Seeing and Hearing

Shawn's teaching addresses how contributions can be made to their ministry, now recognized as a tax-exempt non-profit organization, and includes deciphering Mormon history by exploring Joseph Smith's translation of the Book of Mormon using "spectacles" and a seer stone. Shawn also poses a weekly question to his audience on Mormon topics while highlighting biblical verses about spiritual awareness and understanding.

Spiritual blindness is caused by remaining in darkness and sin, which prevents individuals from seeing, hearing, and understanding the truth, leading to lack of spiritual conversion and healing. True enlightenment and transformation begin when individuals open their eyes and ears to Christ, enabling them to understand with their hearts, become converted, and be healed, as highlighted through the teachings of Jesus and the contrast between living in darkness and walking in the light of Christ.

Embracing the light of Jesus requires individuals to renounce spiritual darkness through rebirth and repentance, acknowledging that even outward piety can mislead individuals away from true spiritual enlightenment. Satan's tactics to maintain darkness include appealing to pride, accomplishments, and religious arrogance, which effectively blinds individuals from recognizing their need for true faith in Christ.

Shawn's teaching critiques the construction of an imposing religious system, represented as a building that imposes conformity and an illusion of freedom, contrasted with the genuine liberty found in following Christ outside its walls. Emphasizing Galatians 3:3, the message encourages believers to move beyond the confines of institutionalized religion and embrace a personal and liberating faith in Christ.