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I’m a Christian “Protester” Outside General Conference
Why do we go out to conference?
The Truth Behind ‘You Are Gods’ in Psalm 82
Why does the Bible say “You are gods”?
MORMONS & CHRISTIANS RESPOND: Does God Have a God?
I asked random Christians & Mormons if God had a God
What Every Christian Needs to Know About Mormonism
What is Mormonism? Who are the Mormons and what do they believe? In this video, I'm going to walk through Latter-day Saints history and beliefs—explaining where Mormonism came from and the core tenants of their faith. Many Christians know a little bit about The Church...
Debunking the MYTH about Christian Denominations
Are Different Christian Denominations Divided? Are there really 40,000 different Christian denominations? And does the fact that there are so many different denominations mean that the Christian Church is in apostasy and needs a Living Prophet (as Latter-day Saints—or...
Christianity’s Doctrine of “Original Sin” EXPLAINED
Is "Original Sin" Biblical? The doctrine of original sin might seem like a minor difference between Mormons & Christians, but it affects much of how we understand salvation. Mormonism and Christianity have differing views on the nature of sin, and disagree whether...
Mormons & Christians Respond: “How Can I Have Eternal Life?”
How can I have Eternal Life? I asked random Latter-day Saints (Mormons) & Evangelical Christians on the street how we can have eternal life. Both Evangelicals and Mormons agree that a proper understanding "eternal life" is critically important! Jesus died so that...
I Visited the ONLY Christian Bookstore in the Salt Lake Area
Visit The Utah Christian Research Center The Utah Christian Research Center is the only Evangelical Christian bookstore and library in the Salt Lake Area (In the Ogden-Provo corridor in Utah). There's nothing else quite like it in the entire state of Utah. Bill...
Phil Johnson’s Thoughts on Mormonism
Phil Johnson on Mormonism Phil Johnson (Executive Director of Grace To You and Pastor/Elder) answers several questions about Mormonism at the 2023 G3 Conference. Mormonism seems like "just another Christian denomination" on the surface—but the beliefs and teachings of...
I Asked Random Mormons & Christians “What Is Eternal Life?”
What is "Eternal Life?" I took to the streets to ask both Latter-day Saints (Mormons) & Evangelical Christians about their definition of eternal life. Understanding a Biblical definition of "eternal life" is critically important. Jesus died so that everyone who...
What is “Faith”?
What is Faith? Both Mormons and Evangelical Christians agree that faith is vitally important to our spiritual lives, but we tend to differ on what faith means. Latter-day Saints believe that true faith includes works as a part of its definition, but Christians believe...
Moroni’s Message: Book of Mormon vs Bible Contradiction
A Book of Mormon vs. Bible Contradiction What is grace? Mormons and Christians both believe in grace. But one verse from the Book of Mormon implies a significant difference between the grace of the New Testament, and grace in LDS theology. Moroni 10:32 (from the Book...
Dr. Renihan Explains 2 Essential Tips for Bible Interpretation
2 Essential Tips for Bible Translation Dr. James Renihan, president of IRBS (International Reformed Baptist Seminary) and professor of historical theology, explains two principles of Bible interpretation which are critical to a right reading of Scripture. Often times,...
Examining Mormon Beliefs: Can Men Become Angels?
Is the Latter-day Saints belief that men can become angels correct?
Mormon Missionary Message: Learning To Dialogue With LDS
Responding the the Mormon Missionary Message What are the best ways for Christians and Mormon Missionaries to interact? How can Christians be prepared to respond to the Mormon Missionary Message if they're ignorant of LDS beliefs and teachings? In this video, we...
The Truth About “Good Intentions”
Will our good intentions actually help us on judgment day?
Problems with the Joseph Smith Translation: Romans 4:5
Why Romans 4:5 poses a problem for the JST
This verse is a problem for the Mormon view of atonement
1 Peter 2 just isn’t compatible with a garden atonement…here’s why:
Does this verse teach polytheism? (1 Corinthians 8:5-6)
Does 1 Corinthians 8:5-6 teach that there are many gods?
Refuting LDS claims: The Great Apostasy in 1 Timothy 4?
Does the Bible give a prophecy of a Great Apostasy?
Romans 6-8 and the Relationship of Faith & Works
Part 2 of our walkthrough of Romans
Does Prophetic Counsel Have A Shelf Life?
Response to a 2023 General Conference talk
A Biblical Case Against LDS Doctrine of “Spirit Children”
Why we’re NOT all children of God
Studying the Bible: What Romans 1-5 Reveals About Mormonism
What does the Book of Romans have to say about Mormonism
7 Verses that Prove the Existence of Hell
Proving that Hell is a Biblical Doctrine
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The Neglected Importance of Preaching [w/ Dr. Ed Romine]
The Neglected Importance of Preaching [w/ Dr. Ed Romine] Do Mormons preach? Dr. Ed Romine contends that Latter-day Saints do not regularly practice "preaching" in their week-to-week dealings. Why? Partially because Latter-day Saints don't have a high view of...
LDS Church Statement about LGBTQ Bill is a PROBLEM for Mormons
This Recent Church Statement is a Problem for Mormons On November 15, 2022, the LDS Church released an official statement saying, “We are grateful for the continuing efforts of those who work to ensure the Respect for Marriage Act includes appropriate religious...
3 Reasons We Don’t Need Modern Prophets
Christians don’t have a modern prophet—and here’s why:
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Why Christians Wear Crosses [Response to Holland’s Conference Talk]
Response to Jeffrey R. Holland’s October 2022 General Conference Talk
Elder Renlund’s Conference Talk Really Surprised Me
I actually AGREE with Renlund’s statement
How Mormon Doctrine Permits Abortion
The LDS Church permits some abortions…here’s why that’s unbiblical:
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Introducing Christianity to Mormons [New Book by Eric Johnson]
Eric Johnson talks about his new book “Introducing Christianity to Mormons”
Christians AGREE with Moroni 8:18, why don’t Mormons?
Modern Mormons agree with Joseph Smith, but disagree with their Scriptures—why?
The Assyrian Conquest: Evidence of a Miracle in Israel
A look at the archaeology of the Assyrian Conquest…
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What Mormonism gets WRONG about God [Study in Isaiah]
Using Isaiah 40-48 to evaluate the teachings of the LDS Church
Can we become gods someday?
Was Lorenzo Snow correct when he said, “As God now is, man may be”?
Be Ye Perfect: Did Jesus teach that we can become gods?
Does Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5 imply that men can become gods?
PART 2: Response to Renlund’s April 2022 Conference Talk
PART 2: Responding to LDS Apostle Dale Renlund’s April 2022 Conference Talk:
The Misplaced Goal of Mormonism
Mormons think eternal family is the best part of heaven, but the Bible disagrees…
Response to Renlund’s “Your Divine Nature & Eternal Destiny” Conference Talk
Responding to a talk from April 2022’s General Conference
Allen’s Testimony: From Mormon Fundamentalism to Christian Pastor
Allen was raised by Mormon Polygamists, and is now a Born-again Christian—here’s his story:
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A Lame Pep-Talk // Jesus’ Self-Existence [Comment Response #2]
Responding to YouTube comments…
Refuting Freemasonry: Why Mormonism has a Masonry Issue
Why does Freemasonry have serious issues with the Bible?
The Surprising Archeology of David & Goliath
Demonstrating that the Bible’s story about David & Goliath is accurate
A “More Noble” Way of Testing Truth Claims
The Bereans are a model for how Christians should test truth claims
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“Why do you hate Mormons so much?” [Responding to Comments]
Respond to comments accusing GLM of hating Mormons
Freemasonry & Mormonism: The Masonic Origins of the LDS Church
Cultish’s Andrew Soncrant join us to discuss freemasonry & Mormonism
Does The Trinity Make God a “God of Confusion?”
Does Trinitarianism necessarily make God the author of confusion?
RESPONSE to LDS Gospel Topics Essay “Are Mormons Christian”
A response to the first Gospel Topics Essay: “Are Mormons Christian?”
Should We Pray to Know if the Book of Mormon is True?
Is it wrong for Christians to pray to discern truth?
Why John 1:1-3 can’t support the LDS view of Jesus
Walking through the start of John’s Gospel verse-by-verse.
Why we can’t call Mormonism “Christian”
Why Christians can’t acknowledge similarities or unity with Mormons:
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Saved By Grace Through Faith: Ephesians 2:1-10 [How To Interpret Scripture]
Practicing Bible Interpretation By Walking Through Ephesians 2:1-10
LDS Temples: Why Veils & Sacrifices Are A Real Problem
Temples are not only unbiblical, but contrary to the Gospel…
Response: Brad Wilcox’s “Worthiness isn’t Flawlessness” Conference Talk
A Biblical Response to Brad Wilcox’s October 2021 General Conference Talk
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We Need Peace With God [Thoughts After G3 Conference]
Some thoughts after attending the G3 Conference in 2021
Understanding & Trusting Bible Translations
Can we trust the Bible despite its numerous different translations?
The Gold Plates: Why Joseph Smith’s Story Isn’t Possible
Why Joseph’s story is riddled with problems (w/ Bill McKeever of MRM.org)
Biblical Canon: Are we missing books in the Bible?
Do we have the right books in our Bibles?
10 Reasons Christians do Evangelism to Mormons
Why do Christians bother to preach the Gospel to Latter-day Saints?
The Altar of Remembrance: Multiple LDS Temples Refuted
How this often forgotten Bible story refutes having multiple temples…
The High Places: Why Having Multiple Temples Is Unbiblical
Mormons have numerous temples around the globe—but the Bible calls this an abomination…
Preservation of the Bible: Manuscripts & Textual Variants
Has the Bible been reliably preserved through the ages?
A Different Gospel: Galatians for Mormons
Why the book of Galatians is incompatible with LDS doctrine:
Does the Book of Mormon Teach Mormonism?
Why Mormonism’s most significant Scripture disproves the LDS Church
Joseph Smith’s Boast: Better than Jesus?
Testing Joseph’s claim to have “more to boast of than any man had,” including Jesus.
Why Jesus’ Baptism Doesn’t DEBUNK The Trinity
Many Latter-day Saints believe that Jesus’ baptism disproves the Trinity – here’s why that’s not true:
Micah Wilder Interview: From LDS Missionary to Christian
Our interview with Micah Wilder: The zealous LDS Missionary who was found by Jesus
How Joseph Smith Contradicts Jesus
Matthew 13 teaches there will be no Great Apostasy…but Joseph disagrees.
The Christian Interpretation of Jeremiah 1:5
Why this preexistence verse isn’t as conclusive as Mormons think:
Response to Uchtdorf’s “God Among Us” Conference Talk
Followers of Jesus are commanded to “test” the prophets…
Where Are Christianity’s Modern Temples?
Many are surprised to find out that Christians do believe in modern temples…
Book of Mormon vs The Bible: 2 Nephi 25:23
2 Nephi 25:23 and Ephesians 2:8-10 are teaching mutually exclusive things, here’s why…
Why Job 38 Teaches There Was No Preexistence
How God’s response to Job tells us that there was no preexistence
How Could Moses See God’s Face If God Has No Body?
If Moses spoke to God face-to-face, how can Christians say that God has no body?
Mormonism, Temples, and the Gospel of John
A conversation with apologist Luke Wayne of CARM.org
Why We Focus on Our Differences: Mormonism & Christianity
Are Mormons just another Christian denomination? Why do we focus on our differences so much?
What is the Gospel?
What is the Gospel of Jesus Christ according to the Bible?
Joseph Smith’s Polygamy: Qualifications for Leaders
Does Joseph Smith’s Polygamy disqualify him from being a leader in Christ’s Church?
Why Did The Jews Kill Jesus?
Why Jesus’ “I AM” statements drove the Jews to try and kill him—and why that matters!
Should Mormons & Christians Debate Scripture?
Is it honoring to God for Christians and Mormons to debate and argue over Biblical interpretations?
How Psalm 110 Disproves LDS view of Jehovah
Why Psalm 110 both disproves the Mormon view of Jesus/Jehovah AND proves the Trinity
Is The Great Apostasy Prophesied in the Bible?
Did Paul teach in 2 Thessalonians 2 that there would be a Great Apostasy?
Do Works Matter If We’re Saved By Faith?
If we are justified by faith, then what role do our works play?
The Problem with Secret Mormon Temple Rituals
Does the Bible teach that we should expect to perform secret Temple rituals and ceremonies?
Why Christians Completely Trust the Bible
Why do Christians completely trust the Bible and believe it to be sufficient for everything we need in our Christian lives?
Idolatry, Murder, and the LDS Church (Part 2)
The sin of idolatry is even worse than the sin of murder. But why? And why does that matter for us?
What Is Idolatry? (Idolatry PART 1)
Why is idolatry so wicked? (Is idolatry worse than murder – PART 1 OF 2)
LDS Prophets, Plausible Deniability, and “Official Doctrine”
Why is it that Christians take issue with teachings that aren’t considered “official”? Should we trust the LDS prophets and apostles?
Problems with the Joseph Smith Translation: John 1
The Joseph Smith Translation (or JST) significantly differs from the traditional Biblical text. Can the JST be trusted?
Was David’s Sin Fully Forgiven?
LDS Leaders say David wasn’t fully forgiven, but what does the Bible say?
Why Attending A Christian Church Is Critical
Why attending a local Christian Church should be a significant part of every Christian’s life.
What is the Purpose of Life?
Many people live for their eternal happiness, eternal families, or even for future exaltation. But what is our true purpose in life?
The Priesthood of Jesus
Does the Bible teach that Jesus had both the Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods?
Should we trust Spiritual Experiences?
Does the Bible say we should trust our spiritual experiences?
Justification: The Heart of the Gospel
How can we—guilty, unworthy people—be declared righteous?
Why Christians Celebrate Christmas
Do Mormons and Christians celebrate Christmas for the same reason?
Are Certain Drinks Sinful?
Does the Bible teach that God restricts the consumption of coffee, tea and alcohol?
Proof For The Trinity
Is the Trinity a Biblical doctrine? Or was it invented by the early Christian church?
Are Jehovah and Elohim Different gods?
Are Elohim and Jehovah really two gods merely “united in purpose”?
What is Heaven & Hell?
Are there really three Degrees of Glory? What does the Bible teach about the afterlife?
Can The Father be seen?
Did Joseph Smith physically see the Father during “The First Vision”?
Are Families Forever?
The Bible has a lot to say about family, but does it teach that families are eternal?
What happens to the “Boy on the Island?”
What happens to the boy on the island who dies without ever hearing the Gospel?
Does God Change?
Mormonism teaches that God progressed, but can God change? What does the Bible teach?
Why are there so many different versions of the Bible?
Why are there so many different versions? And should the existence of these multiple translations undermine our trust in the Bible?
Is Baptism for the Dead Biblical?
Is “Baptism for the Dead” really a Biblical practice? A look at 1 Corinthians 15:29.
Why do Christians Pay Pastors?
Should Christians pay their pastors? What does the Bible teach about the issue?
Is Priesthood Authority Biblical?
While “Priesthood Authority” is not something Christians often talk about, what does the Bible have to say about Priesthood Authority?
Does 1 Corinthians 15 teach that there are Three Degrees of Glory?
Is Paul really speaking about heavenly kingdoms in 1 Corinthians 15:40-41?
Are the “Other Sheep” of John 10 ancient Americans?
What did Jesus intended to communicate when He said there were “other sheep not of this fold”?
Changing Doctrines of the LDS Church
Many members struggle to follow a church that modifies even core doctrines for the sake of a shifting culture…
The Uniqueness of Jesus
Does the Bible teach that there are significant differences between us and Jesus?
Did the Atonement happen in the Garden of Gethsemane?
Latter-day Saints believe that the Atonement primarily occurred in the Garden of Gethsemane, but is that what the Bible teaches about the Atonement?
Why did Jesus say “You are gods” in John 10?
Many Latter-day Saints interpret Jesus’ words in John 10 as approval of the LDS teaching on Eternal Progression. So if Eternal Progression is false, as Christians claim, then why does Jesus say, “You are gods” in John 10?
Did God Really Create Everything?
Many Latter-day Saints believe that when God created everything he rearranged already-existing materials to form our world. But the Bible teaches something totally contrary to this.
Was there a Great Apostasy?
The “Great Apostasy” is an essential belief in Mormonism. But did Jesus really fail His mission to establish His church? Or is everything working out exactly as Jesus said it would?
Our Sin Problem
Sin is a universal issue. The Bible tells us that the most devastating effect of sin is that sin separates us from God. But why is sin such a big deal? Won’t God judge our hearts?
Why do Christians Love the Cross?
Many feel uncomfortable about the way that Christians emphasize the cross. It was, after all, a device of torture and death. So why do Christians emphasize the cross as much as they do?
Are Mormons Christians?
The Mormon Church claims to be a Christian church on the basis of its name and beliefs. But are Mormons Christians?
Does Isaiah 2 teach that we should still build Temples today?
Does Isaiah 2 teach that we should still build Temples today?
Does the stick of Joseph in Ezekiel 37 refer to the Book of Mormon?
Does the stick of Joseph really refer to the Book of Mormon?
Does Matthew 22 teach marriage in heaven?
Does the Bible really teach that there will be eternal marriage in heaven?
Does John 3 teach we need baptism to have eternal life?
Does John 3 really teach we need baptism to have eternal life?
Does James 2 teach salvation by works?
Does James 2 really teach we need works to be saved?
Which interpretation is true?
Christians believe the Bible to be God’s written testimony to mankind. Because of this, we consider it to be our final authority on faith and life. And while each passage in the Bible is important to us, they are not all equally clear. This is why it is...
Is the Pre-existence true?
Every religion seeks to answer the question: “Where did we all come from?” The LDS Church teaches that all people preexisted in heaven with the Father before we were born on earth. But the Bible teaches something very different. First, the Bible teaches us...
Do we still need a Temple?
Do we still need Mormon Temples? One of the most notable differences between Mormonism and Christianity is the way we view temples. Latter-day Saints often wonder why Christians don’t participate in Mormon temple practices today. The Bible addresses this exact issue....
Is God a Super-Man?
The Bible tells us that mankind was created in the image and likeness of God. That means that God has shared some of His characteristics with us who bear His “image”. God has designed the nature of all people to have qualities, that while limited, point to...
Is Baptism required for Eternal Life?
Baptism is a central part of both Mormonism and Christianity. And while the way baptism is performed in each of these religions may appear the same, the REASON is very different. The simple difference? The Bible teaches that baptism is NOT required for eternal life....
Why is the Trinity so Confusing?
The Bible teaches us that there is only one God who exists in three persons who are each equal and yet distinct from one another. The Father, Son and Spirit are all FULLY God, but NOT each other. Some people say, “One in three? Three in one? That doesn’t...
Misconceptions: The Trinity
One of the most common misconceptions Mormons have about Christianity is in regards to the Trinity. It is often thought that Christians believe in one God that operates in three different modes. Kind of like a man who has three different jobs: One day he works as a...
Can our works save us?
In explaining how we can have eternal life, many Mormon’s use the “Life Preserver analogy”. The analogy goes like this: A man decides to go swimming in a pool, and dives into the deep end. Only after he has hit the water, does he realize that he cannot swim. He tries...
Do we still need Prophets?
The Old Testament teaches that God had a special and unique relationship with certain individuals who held the office of “prophet”. Men like Moses, Isaiah, and Daniel had uncommon access to God due to their positions. Amos 3:7 says, “For the Lord GOD...
Can we trust our feelings to determine truth?
Many people assume that because they feel or believe something that it must be true. Some people may even have legitimate experiences that seem to validate those beliefs. But is this really a trustworthy way to determine what is true? Can we trust our feelings...
Are Mormon Temples Biblical?
The LDS church claims that its temples and temple practices are patterned after God’s instructions, as given to the Israelites in the Bible. But contrary to what many Mormons believe, Modern LDS temples bear little, if any resemblance to the Temple in the Bible....
Does God Have a Body?
The LDS Church teaches that God has a physical body, and that we are essentially the same substance as God in a different phase of development. But what does the Bible teach about this? The Bible teaches us that: God is a “Creator” we are...
What Does The Bible Say About False Prophets?
The Bible has a lot to say about “false prophets”. It warns that these leaders will deceive people into thinking that they “know the truth”, when in fact, someone has lied to them. So, what does the Bible teach about “false prophets”? First: There will be MANY false...
How Many Gods Are There?
Both Mormons and Christians claim to worship only ONE God. But what we believe about the nature of the God we worship is one of the most fundamental differences between Mormons and Christians. The LDS Church teaches that Heavenly Father, Christ and the Holy Ghost are...
Has the Bible Been Changed?
It is commonly assumed that the Bible has been corrupted over time in at least two ways: by unintentional errors, or by intentional changes. But these assumptions are historically untrue. So how can we know that the Bible we have today, is what was originally written?
Are all denominations divided?
A common concern that Mormons have about Christianity centers on the many denominations of Christian churches. It is often assumed that each of the different Christian denominations are divided. So why are there so many denominations? Most denominations are not...
Polygamy and Joseph Smith
Many people (both LDS and Non-LDS) find Joseph Smith’s polygamous lifestyle objectionable. And yet, if you’ve ever read through the Old Testament, you have probably noticed that several of Israel’s prominent leaders had more than one wife. So why is Joseph Smith’s...
Is Everyone a Child of God?
The Bible regularly refers to God as our “Heavenly Father”. It teaches us that He is the creator of everything that exists, and that He loves and cares for us. Likewise, the Bible teaches us of the great blessing of being considered a “child of...
The Gospel
What is the Biblical Gospel? The word “Gospel” is in the Bible nearly 100 times. Literally translated, the word gospel means good news. But, sadly, many people have never actually heard this good news. This is the Gospel according to the Bible: There has only ever...