Mormonism: Making A Covenant with Death, Part 2

As followers of Yeshua, termed "Yeshuans," we emphasize a direct, personal connection with Him, free from traditional or denominational labels that might dilute this relationship, and we advocate for responsible submission to earthly authorities where societal structure demands it, viewing such compliance as a reflection of respect for established laws. This perspective allows us to maintain our spiritual autonomy under the ultimate authority of Yeshua, whom we revere above all others, with a name grounded in historical authenticity rather than later adaptations.

Shawn emphasizes the belief that individuals falsely claiming religious authority or acting as intermediaries between God and humans are not granted such authority and should not be respected as such. He argues that due to Yeshua's sacrifice, everyone has the right to approach God directly without intermediaries, marking a stance of "Christian Anarchism" that challenges traditional religious hierarchies and endorses a personal, unmediated relationship with God.

Shawn emphasizes that individuals who leave the LDS Church often continue to dwell on their grievances against Mormonism, which can trap them in a cycle of negativity until they replace these feelings with something more fulfilling and liberating. He encourages former Mormons to focus on cultivating a personal relationship with God through faith, relinquishing their animosity, and engaging with biblical teachings rather than clinging to past hurts or criticizers who perpetuate their connection to Mormonism.

In Shawn's teaching, he emphasizes that former members of the LDS Church should not define their lives through anti-Mormon sentiments or negative affiliations. Instead, he strongly advocates for pursuing a personal relationship with God through Christ, which offers a genuine and transformative path beyond the confines of formal religion.

To truly liberate the human soul, it's essential to pursue a personal, direct relationship with God through faith, free from the constraints and intermediaries of organized religion, which often replicate the same restrictions they claim to escape. Despite the appeal of community and fellowship offered by religious institutions, these can be experienced without external mandates, encouraging former Latter-Day Saints and others to embrace a more fulfilling spiritual journey.

Seek a church that focuses on agape love and biblical principles without imposing strict doctrinal demands or claiming authority over your life, avoiding institutions that endorse Reformed or Five Point Calvinism which are criticized for their rigid and harsh stances, exemplified by Pastor Jeff Durbin’s views on abortion and capital punishment. Exiting LDS members are encouraged to navigate their faith journey by fostering love and devotion to God and avoiding entanglement in other dogmatic religious structures that perpetuate control and resentment.

Shawn discusses the spectrum of belief systems stemming from Mormonism, highlighting that both belief and non-belief in religious teachings are personal choices influenced by individual interpretation of evidence. He emphasizes that atheism and agnosticism are personal decisions as valid as faith, and encourages respect for these choices while promising to reveal insights for those seeking a relationship with God beyond organized religion.