Witnessing Christ

In this episode of Witnessing Christ, Mark is joined by Grace and Charlie to explore Tearing the Veil: A Guide for Sharing Grace with Mormons by Michael Flournoy. This insightful book, written by a former LDS apologist turned Christian, is a practical tool designed to equip Christians to witness effectively to Latter-day Saints. The conversation highlights Flournoy’s unique perspective as a sevent...

In this episode of Witnessing Christ, Mark and Jon delve into The Shelf Breaker: How Jesus Drew Our Family Out of Mormonism by Damien Tracy. This powerful memoir begins with Damien’s traumatic upbringing marked by abuse, leading him into cycles of sin and despair. Despite his earnest efforts to achieve worthiness through Mormon teachings, Damien found himself trapped in guilt, fear, and unworthine...

In this episode of Witnessing Christ , Pastor Mark and Calvin dive deep into The Journey to Jesus: Finding Christ After Leaving Mormonism by Brandy Bronson. This compelling book chronicles Brandy’s faith crisis sparked by doctrinal inconsistencies and historical revelations from LDS sources. As her trust in Mormon teachings unraveled, Brandy embarked on a search for truth that led her to the Bible...

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this installment of our Latter-day Saint book review series, Mark, Molly, and Grace dive into After All We Can Do by Dieter F. Uchtdorf, a prominent LDS apostle whose winsome style and nuanced take on grace has captured attention within and beyond his faith tradition. Uchtdorf attempts to reinterpret 2 Nephi 25:23—“it is by grace that...

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we continue our short series reviewing Latter-day Saint books on grace—this time diving into Grace to Become by Emily Belle Freeman. Mark, Molly, and Grace unpack the second installment in Freeman’s grace-themed trilogy, exploring the LDS concept of “exalting grace” and how it differs significantly from the biblical gosp...

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we begin a short series examining LDS books on grace—starting with Grace Where You Are by popular Mormon author and speaker Emily Belle Freeman. Mark, Molly, and Grace engage in an insightful and honest conversation about the theology behind Freeman’s message. While the book uses familiar Christian language and offers co...

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we wrap up our journey through the Five Pillars of relational evangelism by focusing on the fifth and final pillar: "Proclaim Christ Rather Than Debate Mormonism." Mark, Molly, Grace, Charlie, Jon, and Calvin share thoughtful reflections, personal stories, and practical advice about how to resist the temptation...

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we continue our journey through the Five Pillars of relational evangelism, focusing on the fourth pillar: "Speak the Mormon Language." Mark, Grace, Charlie, Jon, Calvin, and Molly discuss the importance of understanding Mormonism's unique vocabulary and how it differs from biblical Christianity—even when t...

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast ! In this session, we continue our journey through the Five Pillars of relational evangelism, focusing on the third pillar: "Focusing on Mormon Stress Points." Mark, Grace, Charlie, John, and Molly engage in an insightful conversation about the key stress points that weigh heavily on members of the LDS community—worthiness, perf...

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we dive deep into the foundational principles of relational evangelism with a focus on our unique Five Pillars approach for Speaking the Truth in Love." Join us as we unpack the first two pillars of this strategy: "See Mormons as Victims, Not as Enemies" and "Treat Mormons with Genuine Love and Respec...

In this episode, our evangelist interns, Calvin, Charlie, Jon, and Grace, join Pastor Mark to share their experiences from the "At the Door" mission trip to Gilbert and Mesa, Arizona. Focusing on relational evangelism rather than confrontational debates, the team discusses their preparation, individual experiences, and profound interactions with Latter-Day Saints and people of other fait...

In this episode of the Witness in Christ Podcast , we share a sermon from Pastor Mark Parsons based on Luke 15—the story of the Prodigal Son or the Two Lost Sons. This message will be a central focus for our 2025 At the Door mission trips in Gilbert, Arizona, and Idaho Falls, Idaho, as we train Christian witnesses to share this impactful parable with Mormon friends and neighbors. The sermon explor...

In this episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast , we conclude our four-part series on the interconnected biblical concepts of sin, grace, faith, and works. Pastor Mark, Calvin, Charlie, and Jon explore the proper place of good works in the Christian life, contrasting the biblical teaching with the Latter-day Saint (LDS) perspective. The team examines how LDS doctrine distinguishes between "s...

In this episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast , Calvin, Charlie, and Jon explore the concept of faith, contrasting its meaning in biblical Christianity with Latter-day Saint (LDS) teachings. They highlight how, in Scripture, faith is a gift from God—an instrument through which we receive grace by trusting in Christ's finished work. In contrast, LDS doctrine often views faith as an “action...

In this episode of Witnessing Christ , Mark Parsons is joined by our three evangelist interns, Calvin, Charlie, and Jon. We begin a four-part series unpacking four interconnected foundational biblical concepts: sin, grace, faith, and works. This discussion starts by exploring sin, highlighting key differences between the Christian and Mormon perspectives. While many Latter-day Saints view sin as o...

In this episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast , Mark and the evangelist interns—Charlie, Calvin, and Jon—continue their series on the four foundational concepts of sin, grace, faith, and works, focusing this time on grace. The discussion explores the stark contrast between the biblical and LDS understandings of grace. In Latter-day Saint theology, grace is often seen as an “enabling power” that...

This week on the show, we have part three of Jake’s story. Overwhelmed by the contradictions in his Mormon faith, Jake considers the consequences of leaving the only faith-family has ever known. Is it worth it? Will he find much-needed community elsewhere? This season of the Witnessing Christ podcast features segments from our Jesus Is Enough docuseries. These are crafted to equip you to share Chr...

This week on the show, we have part two of Jake’s story. As contradictions in his faith continue, Jake finds himself reeling. While his foundation crumbles, Jake enters a dark season. Then, when he least expects it, someone enters his life and changes everything. This season of the Witnessing Christ podcast features segments from our Jesus Is Enough docuseries. These are crafted to equip you to sh...

This week on the show, we have part one of Jake’s story. Growing up in an LDS family, Jake had been surrounded by Mormon traditions and expectations his entire life. But when a chance encounter at a Christian concert offers an intriguing alternative message, he begins an unexpected journey to find the truth. This season of the Witnessing Christ podcast features segments from our Jesus Is Enough do...

In this episode, Mark, Calvin, Jon, and Charlie share their reactions to the October 2024 General Conference of the LDS Church. They explore the conference's production quality, its impact on viewers, and the content of key talks. The group reflects on the importance of personal experiences in faith development and how these often carry more weight than scriptural teachings for many LDS membe...

In this podcast episode, Pastor Mark Parsons and evangelist interns Jon, Calvin, and Charlie discuss six articles from the October 2024 edition of Liahona . They focus on themes of unity, obedience, and personal testimony in the LDS faith, contrasting them with Christian teachings that emphasize shared faith in Christ. The conversation explores empathy, agency, and covenants, examining how the LDS...

This week on the show, we have part three of Cari’s story. Realizing she is at a turning point, Cari makes a big decision regarding her faith–impacting both her and her family. Will her family be receptive? Will she finally find the peace she has been seeking? Will she realize Jesus is Enough? Find out in part three of Cari’s story. Thanks for listening! This season of the Witnessing Christ podcas...

This week on the show, we have part two of Cari’s story. Feeling invigorated by a strange but powerful church experience in Germany, Cari begins her journey to discover the truth. Through careful, detailed research and a growing desire to learn more, Cari notices several glaring contradictions in the Book of Mormon. As the list of questions grows and more flaws are found, Cari reaches a turning po...

This week on the show, we have part one of Cari’s story. Cari, a lifelong Mormon whose heritage was firmly rooted in the church, begins to question the very teachings her family was founded upon. With mounting pressure to perform and constant feelings of inadequacy, Cari experiences a breakthrough moment in an unexpected place.  This season of the Witnessing Christ podcast features segments from o...

In this week's episode, Mark Parsons and the evangelist interns discuss their initial experiences witnessing to Mormon missionaries.  Share this podcast with your Christian friends and subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our YouTube channels! If you have not yet registered for the Truth in Love Online Community, enroll now to gain...