Nothing to Fear Q&A

Shawn McCraney contrasts Mormonism's focus on works with Christianity's faith-based approach, emphasizing humility, forgiveness, and gratitude as key Christian virtues.
Published: July 14, 2020
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Episode Description:

In this teaching, Shawn McCraney contrasts Mormonism with Christianity by emphasizing that Mormonism focuses on actions and works to earn favor with God, while Christianity centers on faith and allowing God to work through individuals by the Spirit. He encourages believers to focus on a direct relationship with Jesus and suggests resources like TalkingToMormons.com, ExMormonFiles.com, and CheckMyChurch.org to help those transitioning from Mormonism or seeking to deepen their faith in Jesus beyond institutionalized religion.

Emulating Christ's humility, particularly as He forgave those who crucified Him, is vital for Christians today who should learn to seek divine forgiveness for those who wrong them, despite personal grievances. This message underscores the importance of humility in the Christian faith, a trait exemplified by Jesus, emphasizing the call for praying for forgiveness for offenders, even amidst suffering or adversity, which remains a distinctive element of Christian doctrine.

The teaching emphasizes the importance of humility in the Christian life, illustrating that Jesus consistently chose humility by prioritizing God's will over his own desires and by enduring suffering without retaliation. Believers are encouraged to follow this example by humbling themselves, valuing others over themselves, and exercising mercy, as this aligns with God's call for grace and uplifting those who embody humility.

Embrace humility and gratitude as pathways to inner peace and strength, especially when facing challenges like attack and injustice; by continuously choosing humility in these situations, you align yourself with the teachings of Christ, which fosters a spirit of gratitude for the blessings in your life. Gratitude shifts focus from what is lacking to appreciating what God has provided, helping to counteract anger and bitterness.