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Evangelicalism
Shawn McCraney directs his classic, rebellious analysis of organized religion toward evangelical Christianity. He evaluates what have been manipulations and missteps in the evolution of Christianity as we know it.
The Price of Truth
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Shawn McCraney critiques organized religion, especially Mormonism and Evangelical Christianity, advocating for a direct relationship with God and…
January 1, 2013
A Case for Criticism
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Shawn McCraney's show was canceled due to conflicts over his critiques of religious figures and shift to critiquing…
March 12, 2013
Culture
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Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter" transitions to virtual, critiques Mormon exclusivity, promotes non-legalistic Christianity, personal faith, and…
March 19, 2013
What IS Christianity?
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Shawn McCraney critiques modern churches for neglecting scripture, emphasizing biblical teaching over tradition. He challenges conformity in Mormonism…
March 26, 2013
The Problem with Myth
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Shawn McCraney distinguishes cultural practices from genuine faith, warns against equating traditions with salvation, and advocates for authentic…
April 2, 2013
Faith Healing, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney critiques organized religion, especially Mormonism, for evolving practices. He questions faith healing, emphasizing trust in God's…
April 9, 2013
Faith Healing, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney discusses "Heart of the Matter" expansion, church transformation, pressures on young Mormon men, faith healing scrutiny,…
April 16, 2013
Prosperity Teachings, Part 1
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Shawn critiques prosperity theology, linking it to Mormonism, emphasizing biblical evaluation over systematic theology. He warns against deceptive…
April 23, 2013
Prosperity Teachings, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney reveals LDS leaders' private doubts about church claims, influenced by Grant Palmer's book. Despite doubts, leaders…
April 30, 2013
Prosperity Teachings, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney critiques prosperity gospel, emphasizes faith over feelings, and promotes freewill giving over tithing. He contrasts Biblical…
May 7, 2013
Is Bigger Better?, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney critiques archeological claims of the Book of Mormon, emphasizes critical thinking, small congregations, biblical truth, humility,…
May 14, 2013
Is Bigger Better?, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques wealth pursuit in churches, emphasizes Bible teachings, warns against "three G's" (Girls, Glory, Gold), and…
May 21, 2013
The Best Church Model, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes a biblical church model, critiquing Pope Francis' view on atheists' redemption. He advocates faith-driven goodness,…
May 28, 2013
The Best Church Model, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney advocates for biblical church models, emphasizing faith and grace for salvation, not human traditions. He critiques…
June 4, 2013
The Best Church Model, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney focuses on biblical exegesis, outreach to LDS, critiques superficial church teachings, and discusses salvation's conditional nature,…
June 12, 2013
The Best Church Model, Part 4
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Shawn critiques using films like "Man of Steel" in churches, stresses Bible teaching, warns of Christian persecution, critiques…
June 19, 2013
Music and Worship, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney critiques the LDS Church's shift to digital outreach, contrasts LDS media acceptance with his own struggles,…
June 26, 2013
Music and Worship, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques Evangelicalism, Mormonism, and modern worship practices, advocating for scripture-based faith, traditional marriage norms, and genuine…
July 3, 2013
Time to Change
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Shawn McCraney critiques LDS social media use, contrasts Mormonism with Christianity, emphasizes Jesus' centrality, and critiques church practices,…
July 10, 2013
Introduction to the New Approach
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Shawn critiques Mormon culture's dominance in Utah, faces challenges with Alathea Ministries, emphasizes introducing LDS to Jesus, and…
July 17, 2013
Q & A
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Shawn critiques Mormonism's self-centered doctrines, emphasizing faith in Jesus for salvation. He highlights the need for love over…
July 24, 2013
Doctrine Makes the Man – Introduction
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Shawn critiques Mormonism, emphasizing truth-seeking over myth defense, contrasts LDS and biblical Christianity on salvation, and highlights doctrinal…
July 31, 2013
Love
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's authenticity, highlighting its cultural benefits but lack of true Gospel. He questions LDS tenets,…
August 7, 2013
Testimony of Dianna
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism, contrasts it with Biblical Christianity, and emphasizes personal faith, questioning institutional beliefs, and focusing…
August 14, 2013
Inside the Temple, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney contrasts Mormonism and Biblical Christianity, emphasizing salvation by faith, critiques LDS temple practices, and highlights issues…
August 21, 2013
Inside the Temple, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism, emphasizing biblical study, spiritual truth, and grace over law. He advocates personal faith, critiques…
August 28, 2013
Inside the Temple, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's ties to Freemasonry, emphasizes organic ministry growth, and discusses Christian music's positive spiritual impact.
September 4, 2013
Inside the Temple, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism, emphasizing truth and integrity in faith. He contrasts LDS temple practices with biblical teachings,…
September 11, 2013
Inside the Temple, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney contrasts Mormonism with biblical Christianity, advocating personal faith without mediation. His ministry focuses on scripture, personal…
September 18, 2013
Inside the Temple, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism and Christian dogma, emphasizing biblical accuracy over myths. He advocates open theological dialogue, focusing…
September 25, 2013
Mormonism and Five Point Calvinism, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney stresses faith, Bible engagement, and core Christian tenets, critiques Mormonism's focus on worldly achievements, and promotes…
October 2, 2013
Mormonism and Five Point Calvinism, Part 2
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Shawn critiques LDS leaders, contrasts Joseph and Chuck Smith's teachings, challenges Calvinism, and discusses Protestant reformers, emphasizing Christ's…
October 9, 2013
Response to Uchtdorf’s General Conference Speech
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Shawn McCraney critiques LDS growth claims, emphasizing true Gospel focus on Jesus, not institutional practices. He highlights issues…
October 16, 2013
Mormonism and Five Point Calvinism, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes Christian love, Bible study, and music in spiritual growth. He critiques Calvinism vs. Mormonism, promotes…
October 23, 2013
Goodbye Yellowbrick Road
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Shawn McCraney distinguishes between Mormons and Mormonism, promotes true worship in spirit and truth, aids Born-Again Mormons, and…
October 29, 2013
Mormonism and Five Point Calvinism, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney contrasts grace-based Christianity with works-based systems like Mormonism, critiques Calvinism's predestination, and discusses free will in…
November 5, 2013
Mormonism and Five Point Calvinism, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney analyzes the influence of Swedenborg on Joseph Smith, contrasting Calvinist and LDS views on atonement, and…
November 12, 2013
Mormonism and Five Point Calvinism, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney advocates for biblical alignment in Christian beliefs, critiques religious constructs, emphasizes liberty and love in faith,…
November 19, 2013
Mormonism and Five Point Calvinism, Part 7
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes openness to change in religious beliefs, contrasts Jesus' teachings of humility with Calvinism's predestination, and…
November 26, 2013
A Biblical Response, Part 1
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Shawn challenges traditional soteriology, emphasizing God's omnipotence, mercy, and human free will. He views eternal punishment as restorative,…
December 3, 2013
A Biblical Response, Part 2
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Shawn's teachings focus on accountability to God, biblical interpretation, and independence from external influences. He emphasizes truth over…
December 10, 2013
An Advance or Another Obfuscation
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Shawn McCraney launches a Christian TV network, critiques Mormon racial history, and emphasizes Jesus' identity through five witnesses,…
December 17, 2013
A Biblical Response, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney advocates for church-state separation, critiques LDS polygamy, promotes Total Reconciliation, and emphasizes faith unity over doctrinal…
December 24, 2013
A Biblical Response, Part 4
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The teaching critiques modern church movements, challenges traditional eternal punishment views, and emphasizes God's reconciliation and love, proposing…
December 31, 2013
Where Mormonism Meets Biblical Christianity Face to Face
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Shawn McCraney teaches that true spiritual life comes from internalizing Jesus' teachings, not rituals. He critiques Mormonism and…
January 7, 2014
Doug Bundy Sets the Stage
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Heart of the Matter contrasts Mormonism with Biblical Christianity, critiques Calvinism, launches KPDR 19.3, and hosts open discussions…
January 14, 2014
Doug Bundy, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques LDS doctrines, focusing on skin color, plural marriage, godhood, and salvation. He renounces LDS ties,…
January 21, 2014
The Year 2014 Explained
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Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter" bridges Mormonism and Christianity, promoting faith-based salvation, open dialogue, and love over…
January 28, 2014
God, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney advocates for worshiping God "in Spirit and in Truth," challenging traditional doctrines like the Trinity, emphasizing…
February 4, 2014
God, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques public Christian debates, preferring individual exploration over rhetorical confrontations. He questions the Trinity's origins, suggesting…
February 11, 2014
Silence
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Shawn McCraney faces backlash for his unconventional beliefs on the Trinity, eternal punishment, and scriptural fallibility, challenging traditional…
February 18, 2014
Robert M. Bowman Jr. – Director of Research, IRR
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Shawn critiques celebrity worship in religion, stresses humility, and focuses on love over rigid theology. Rob Bowman explores…
February 25, 2014
God, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney reconciles Mormonism and Biblical Christianity by challenging traditional Trinitarian views, emphasizing Jesus as "Light of the…
March 4, 2014
Christian Artists
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Heart of the Matter TV, hosted by Shawn McCraney, bridges Mormonism and Biblical Christianity, promoting unity, diverse views,…
March 11, 2014
It All Starts with “X”
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Shawn McCraney teaches that true Christianity is about love and charity, not rituals. He advises ex-Mormons to seek…
March 18, 2014
God, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney's teaching integrates faith into all life aspects, critiques legal actions against religious groups, and emphasizes respectful…
April 1, 2014
No April Fools
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The teachings emphasize internalizing God's laws, shifting from external practices to personal faith, questioning the need for leaders,…
April 1, 2014
God, Part 5
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The teaching emphasizes God's oneness, Jesus as mediator, and the Holy Spirit as God's presence, not a separate…
April 8, 2014
God, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney focuses on worship in Spirit and Truth, rejects social media, critiques traditional Trinity views, and promotes…
April 22, 2014
God, Part 7
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Shawn critiques myths in religion, promotes critical examination, and argues the Holy Spirit is God's power, not a…
April 29, 2014
Salvation, Part 1
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Shawn critiques Mormon love for the Bible, challenges Trinitarian baptism, argues early baptisms were in Jesus' name, and…
May 6, 2014
Salvation, Part 2
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Shawn critiques LDS views on spiritual rebirth, contrasting them with Christian beliefs. His ministry promotes Bible study, questioning…
May 13, 2014
Salvation, Part 3
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Shawn teaches a personal relationship with God, critiques organized religion, emphasizes faith over doctrine, and challenges LDS practices,…
May 20, 2014
Salvation – Soteriology, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney contrasts LDS and Christian views on Jesus, explores Calvinism vs. Arminianism, critiques tithing, and emphasizes faith…
May 27, 2014
Salvation – Soteriology, Part 5
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Shawn warns against equating popularity with spiritual growth, emphasizing true maturation involves challenges. He advocates for personal relationships…
June 3, 2014
Salvation, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney guides former Mormons to biblical nourishment, avoiding new religious demands. He promotes personal faith in Jesus…
June 10, 2014
On Being Christian, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's view of God, contrasts it with traditional Christianity, and emphasizes love over religious systems.…
June 24, 2014
On Being Christian, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes humility in Christianity, the significance of small actions for God, and humans reflecting God's image…
July 1, 2014
The Bible, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney's conference "Sunday’s Best" clarifies Christian doctrines for ex-LDS, contrasting Mormonism's view of the Bible with mainstream…
July 8, 2014
The Bible, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney's conference "Sunday’s Best" invites diverse denominations to share faith, emphasizing spiritual connection over doctrine, critiquing human…
July 15, 2014
The Bible, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney critiques Trinitarianism, advocating for a singular God view. He emphasizes biblical unity, subjective faith, and reevaluating…
July 22, 2014
Intro to Christian Subjectivism
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Shawn McCraney advocates for personal faith over organized religion, challenges traditional doctrines, and emphasizes spiritual growth, claiming Jesus…
July 29, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes Christ's presence through historical events, advocates disengagement from political reform, and interprets Revelation as immediate…
August 5, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 2
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Christianity emphasizes a personal relationship with God through Jesus, free from organized religion's authority. It stresses historical context…
August 12, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney interprets Matthew 24, focusing on the Greek term "mello" to argue that events like wars are…
August 19, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney critiques traditional and non-denominational churches for ritual emphasis and social focus, respectively. He links historical events…
August 26, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney teaches a biblical Christianity focused on spiritual fulfillment over material success, interpreting Matthew 24 as historical,…
September 2, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney critiques LDS teachings on the Gospel's global spread before Christ's return, emphasizing historical context of "last…
September 9, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 7
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The teaching asserts Jesus' judgment came in AD 70 with Jerusalem's fall, fulfilling prophecy. It challenges Trinitarian views,…
September 16, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 8
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Shawn teaches the "end of the world" is a mistranslation, meaning "end of the age," specifically the Jewish…
September 23, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 9
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Shawn critiques hysteria over Christ's return, urging focus on biblical truth over sensationalism, highlighting wasted resources on end-time…
October 7, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 10
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Shawn McCraney's ministry critiques Mormonism and Evangelicalism, claiming Jesus' Second Coming and judgment occurred in 70 AD. He…
October 14, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 11
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Shawn McCraney teaches that pre-crucifixion, souls went to Sheol; post-crucifixion, Jesus preached to spirits, altering the afterlife. He…
October 21, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 12
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Shawn McCraney challenges traditional views on Jesus' return, emphasizing early Christian beliefs in an imminent Second Coming. He…
October 28, 2014
Has Jesus Returned?, Part 13
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Shawn McCraney teaches that Paul believed Jesus' return was imminent in his lifetime, critiques modern prophecy interpretations, and…
November 4, 2014
Eternal Punishment, Part 1
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Eternal punishment shapes views on God's nature. Mormons and Christians differ on afterlife. God is all-knowing, all-powerful, yet…
November 11, 2014
Eternal Punishment, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques Calvinism and Arminianism, questioning eternal punishment and advocating for total reconciliation, emphasizing God's love, omnipotence,…
November 25, 2014
Eternal Punishment, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney's teaching divides humanity into "saved" and "unsaved," emphasizes individual faith in Christ, challenges traditional views on…
December 2, 2014
Eternal Punishment, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney critiques LDS doctrine, introduces "Total Reconciliation," emphasizing God's love and foreknowledge. God's will ensures eventual reconciliation,…
December 9, 2014
Eternal Punishment, Part 5
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Shawn critiques polarized views on hell and the Lake of Fire, urging biblical study over tradition. He distinguishes…
December 16, 2014
Eternal Punishment, Part 6
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Religious show by Shawn McCraney questions eternal punishment, suggests finite torment, highlights translation issues, and emphasizes God's ultimate…
December 23, 2014
Eternal Punishment, Part 7
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Shawn McCraney critiques eternal punishment, focusing on biblical Christianity over personal views. He emphasizes God's justice as transformative,…
December 30, 2014
Introduction to 2015
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Shawn McCraney's teaching critiques organized Christianity, advocating for a personal faith with Christ, questioning traditional doctrines, and addressing…
January 6, 2015
The Bible, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney critiques traditional Christian doctrines, emphasizing faith in Christ and love. He advocates for critical, open Bible…
January 13, 2015
The Bible, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques religious influence in politics, emphasizes Bible context, challenges end-times views, and controversially suggests "International Castration…
January 20, 2015
The Bible, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney critiques misguided religious zeal, advocating for devotion rooted in love and knowledge. He emphasizes spiritual over…
January 27, 2015
The Bible, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney advocates for a subjective, love-centered Christianity, rejecting rigid orthodoxy and denominationalism. He emphasizes personal interpretation, foundational…
February 10, 2015
The Bible, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney advocates for examining Christian truth-claims through the Bible's context, rejecting conflicting traditions, promoting unity, and emphasizing…
February 17, 2015
The Bible, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter" critiques Christian traditions, promotes unity, challenges authority claims, and emphasizes individual scripture…
February 24, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney advocates for scrutinizing Christian teachings against the Bible, prioritizing spiritual values, subjective faith, and universal reconciliation,…
March 3, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes Spirit-led Christianity over Sola Scriptura, prioritizing the Holy Spirit and love. Critiques Faith Christian Church's…
March 10, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney critiques Sola Scriptura, advocating for Spirit-led guidance over strict doctrines. He emphasizes spiritual unity, love, and…
March 17, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 4
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Shawn's teaching emphasizes contextual scripture understanding, critiques Sola Scriptura, promotes Spirit-led guidance, and encourages diverse interpretations for unity.
March 24, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney's teachings prioritize the Holy Spirit over scripture, advocating for love, unity, and spiritual discernment, challenging traditional…
March 31, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney critiques Calvinism, "Blood Moons," and religious authority, advocating for subjective Christianity, preterist eschatology, and individual faith…
April 7, 2015
A Night of Principles
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Shawn's teaching urges authentic truth-seeking in Christianity, challenging traditional methods, emphasizing spiritual growth, and highlighting unity in Christ…
April 14, 2015
The Dating of Revelation
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes understanding Christianity in historical context, advocating a pre-70 AD dating of Revelation, supporting a preterist…
April 21, 2015
Preaching the Gospel – Teaching the Word
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes grace, love, and faith in Jesus for salvation, focusing on the Gospel's simplicity. He contrasts…
April 28, 2015
Total Depravity with Matt Slick, Part 1
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The teaching critiques Calvinism's "Total Inability," arguing humans can choose good and respond to God, challenging the idea…
May 5, 2015
Unconditional Election with Matt Slick, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques Calvinist predestination, promotes unity in Gospel, emphasizes salvation for all, and aids those leaving Mormonism…
May 12, 2015
Limited Atonement with Matt Slick, Part 3
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Shawn teaches unlimited atonement, opposing Calvinist limited atonement. He uses scripture to argue Christ's sacrifice is for all,…
May 19, 2015
Perseverance of the Saints with Matt Slick, Part 5
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Shawn challenges "Once Saved Always Saved," emphasizing salvation as a future promise dependent on continued faith. He critiques…
June 2, 2015
Catching Our Breath
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Shawn McCraney invites Calvary Chapel attendees to a September event with Don K. Preston to challenge futurist eschatology,…
June 9, 2015
Is it Truly Good News?
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Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on personal scripture interpretation, unity in faith, love over knowledge, and universal salvation through…
June 16, 2015
A Case Using Baptism
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Shawn McCraney highlights the subjective interpretation of the Bible, focusing on baptism's varied practices and beliefs, advocating for…
June 23, 2015
Comprehending the Paradox
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Shawn McCraney's teaching highlights biblical paradoxes, encourages faith over dogma, and promotes personal interpretation and open dialogue among…
June 30, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 7
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Shawn McCraney critiques religious traditions, stresses love in Christianity, questions Sola Scriptura, and explores early church complexities and…
July 7, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 8
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Shawn McCraney critiques LDS views on Acts 2:5, stresses historical Bible context, challenges "sola Scriptura," and highlights Erasmus's…
July 14, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 9
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Subjective Christianity emphasizes personal faith, love, and unity over rigid dogma. Erasmus critiqued formalism, advocating scripture and reasoned…
July 21, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 10
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Subjective Christianity promotes unity by accepting all faith professions, emphasizing love over doctrine. It critiques Sola Scriptura, advocating…
July 28, 2015
Sola Scriptura, Part 11
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Shawn McCraney discusses Preterism, subjective Christianity, and freedom in Christ, critiquing rigid doctrines. He emphasizes love, unity, and…
August 4, 2015
Refuting the Insanity
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Shawn McCraney teaches that true Christian faith is personal, independent of church authority, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.…
August 11, 2015
Freedom, Part 1
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The teaching highlights the paradox of freedom, urging personal responsibility in choosing liberation from self-imposed chains, emphasizing serving…
August 18, 2015
Potpourri
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Shawn McCraney encourages ex-LDS to explore biblical context, emphasizes love over doctrine, unity in diversity, spiritual solutions for…
August 25, 2015
Deconstruction
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Shawn McCraney advocates for a subjective, spiritual approach to Christianity, emphasizing unity, love, and deconstructing institutionalized religion, focusing…
September 1, 2015
The Keystone
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Shawn McCraney's teaching emphasizes unity in faith, worshiping in Spirit and Truth, personal responsibility in faith, and love…
September 8, 2015
Full Circle
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Shawn McCraney's event emphasized open dialogue over debate on Jesus' return, supporting preterism, unity in faith, and critiquing…
September 15, 2015
Back to the LDS
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Shawn McCraney's ministry critiques religious institutions, promotes non-authoritarian Christianity, emphasizes personal faith in Jesus, and challenges traditional doctrines.
September 22, 2015
Perhaps a Wrong Approach
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Shawn McCraney critiques failed 2015 prophecies, promotes Preterism, and advocates for personal spirituality over organized religion, focusing on…
September 29, 2015
Ontology of God, Part 1
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Focus on Jesus, critique of church bureaucracy, grassroots change needed, salvation through faith, critique of divisions, Joseph Smith's…
October 6, 2015
Ontology of God, Part 2
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Shawn emphasizes sincere worship, adaptation to evidence-based changes, and core Christian principles of faith and love. He critiques…
October 13, 2015
Ontology of God, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney critiques religious practices, focusing on LDS culture's demand for obedience, contrasts with subjective Christianity, and discusses…
October 20, 2015
Ontology of God, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney advocates moving from rigid dogma to embodying love through Christ, inspired by Sundar Singh's transformative journey,…
October 27, 2015
Ontology of God, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney advocates for a personal connection with God, critiques institutional religion, emphasizes mercy over judgment, and encourages…
December 1, 2015
Ontology of God, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney teaches a personal relationship with God, love over doctrine, angels' role in creation, and faith in…
December 8, 2015
Ontology of God, Part 7
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Shawn McCraney critiques modern Christianity's misplaced hopes, contrasts views of God, emphasizes Jesus' unity with God, and challenges…
December 15, 2015
End of the Year 2015
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Shawn McCraney critiques institutional religion, advocating for spiritual worship over material structures. He emphasizes a direct relationship with…
December 29, 2015
Beginning of the Year 2016
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Shawn McCraney teaches that post-70 AD, Christianity shifted from material to spiritual, emphasizing personal faith, spiritual growth, and…
January 5, 2016
The End of Material Religion, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney promotes a shift from organized religion to personal spiritual faith, advocating unity, individual liberty, and compassion,…
February 2, 2016
Jesus Christ, Part 1
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Proficient Christianity is shown by love, not just faith or knowledge. Shawn McCraney highlights love's importance over doctrine.…
February 9, 2016
Jesus Christ, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormon doctrines, praises Joseph Smith's questioning of biblical texts, and argues for authentic spirituality over…
February 16, 2016
Jesus Christ, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney advocates for mature, open-minded Christianity, critiques traditional interpretations, and emphasizes Jesus' role as appointed at resurrection,…
February 23, 2016
Jesus Christ, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on faith in Jesus' sacrifice freeing believers from fear, sin, and death, emphasizing spiritual…
March 1, 2016
Jesus Christ, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney's teaching critiques LDS views on "Only Begotten," emphasizing Jesus' unique divine nature and eternal relationship with…
March 8, 2016
Jesus Christ, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes agape love over structured church roles, critiques LDS views on Jesus' origins, and promotes unity…
March 15, 2016
Jesus Christ, Part 7
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes financial transparency, patience in suffering, and honoring all people. He critiques LDS doctrines, promotes personal…
March 22, 2016
Jesus Christ, Part 8
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Shawn McCraney teaches believers to embody Christ-like attributes, endure suffering, and live sacrificially, following Jesus' example, emphasizing spiritual…
March 29, 2016
The Holy Spirit, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney critiques organized religion's dogmatism, advocates personal faith over institutions, and explores the evolving understanding of the…
April 5, 2016
The Holy Spirit, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on love as a doctrine test, critique Trinitarian dogma, explore LDS Holy Spirit evolution,…
April 12, 2016
The Holy Spirit, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney advocates for a personal, heart-based faith over traditional institutions, redefines hell as absence of God's light,…
April 19, 2016
The Holy Spirit, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism and Calvinism, highlighting their theological inconsistencies. He emphasizes living by the Spirit, exploring the…
April 26, 2016
Satan, Part 1
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Shawn critiques Sola Scriptura, emphasizes the Holy Spirit over tradition, explores Genesis 3's allegory, and challenges traditional views,…
May 3, 2016
Satan, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney's teaching highlights spiritual growth through the Holy Spirit, contrasts LDS and Christian views on Satan, and…
May 10, 2016
Shawn McCraney and Matt Slick
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes love over doctrine, prioritizes the Spirit over the Bible, questions traditional interpretations, and promotes unity…
May 17, 2016
A Necessary Look Backward
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Shawn McCraney questions the hypostatic union, urging love over doctrine. He critiques faith's commercialization, advocating for genuine spiritual…
May 24, 2016
Satan, Part 3
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Jesus' death as necessary for redemption, critiques Sola Scriptura, emphasizes self-sacrifice, explores Satan's evolution, and urges focus on…
May 31, 2016
Emails from Around the World
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Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter" celebrates 500 episodes, focusing on truth, love (1 Corinthians 13), Jesus' sacrifice,…
June 7, 2016
Pre-Existence, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney's teaching contrasts LDS pre-mortal existence beliefs with traditional views, emphasizing individual scripture interpretation and the impact…
June 14, 2016
Pre-Existence, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney contrasts Objective Religion with Subjective Relationships, critiques Mormonism and Evangelicalism, and promotes personal faith exploration without…
June 21, 2016
Pre-Mortal Existence, Part 3
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Salvation is entering God's pool through faith; being a Christian is staying in it with faith-driven love. LDS…
June 28, 2016
Pre-Mortal Existence, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney discusses "aionios" as age-specific, respect for leaders, prioritizing Christ over national identity, NGO skepticism, pre-mortal existence,…
July 5, 2016
Mother in Heaven
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Shawn McCraney discusses religious diversity, emphasizing love over judgment, the LDS belief in a Heavenly Mother, and the…
July 12, 2016
Creation, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on contextualizing Jesus' messages to Jews, challenging traditional biblical interpretations, exploring creation doctrines, and…
July 19, 2016
Creation, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney teaches finding solace in Jesus, critiques LDS beliefs, supports Christian art, questions traditional doctrines, and challenges…
July 26, 2016
Creation, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes ongoing faith for eternal life, critiques religious rituals, explores Christian doctrines, contrasts biblical and Mormon…
August 2, 2016
Streaming Consciousness
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Shawn McCraney promotes open theological discussions with love, empathy, and acceptance, valuing diverse beliefs and personal spiritual paths…
August 9, 2016
Creation, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney critiques emotional manipulation in religion, advocates Spirit-led faith over rigid systems, and discusses LDS influence on…
August 16, 2016
Creation, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes the Bible's relevance, contrasts secular wisdom with scripture, highlights empathy in chaos, and promotes unity…
August 23, 2016
Creation, Part 6
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Genesis creation is symbolic, not literal; "yom" means longer periods. Emphasizes personal faith, free will, and critical examination…
August 30, 2016
City of Refuge
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Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on biblical interpretation, emphasizing freedom in Christ, inclusivity, and spiritual growth. He critiques LDS…
September 6, 2016
Follow Up to James the Caller
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Shawn McCraney teaches that salvation is through faith in Jesus, not sinlessness. He challenges traditional church authority, emphasizes…
September 13, 2016
For God So Loved the World – Atonement
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Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on exploring diverse Christian beliefs, emphasizing a personal relationship with God post-70 AD, contrasting…
September 20, 2016
Atonement, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques religious authority, emphasizes God's ultimate authority, promotes love and selflessness, and contrasts faith-based salvation with…
September 27, 2016
The Good News
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King David laments the wicked's exploitation of the poor, urging divine intervention. Shawn finds fulfillment in Jesus, emphasizing…
October 4, 2016
Adams Road
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism, promotes personal faith in Jesus, and emphasizes living God's love. He encourages questioning religious…
October 11, 2016
Narcissistic Supply
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Shawn McCraney challenges traditional Evangelical views, critiques LDS tactics, explores Christian Preterism, and emphasizes overcoming narcissism through faith…
October 18, 2016
Discussion with Matt Slick
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Shawn McCraney and Matt Slick debate Christianity, contrasting Shawn's inclusive, non-dogmatic approach with Matt's traditional Calvinist view, focusing…
October 25, 2016
Follow Up to Brother Matt Slick
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Shawn McCraney's teaching focuses on a personal relationship with God, avoiding idolatry, and embracing a subjective faith centered…
November 1, 2016
Time Capsule
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Shawn McCraney teaches that Christianity prioritizes allegiance to Christ over politics, emphasizes unconditional love, spiritual rebirth, and personal…
November 8, 2016
Free Will?, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney aids ex-Mormons in understanding Christianity, focusing on God's nature and faith without constraints. He promotes unity,…
November 15, 2016
Free Will?, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney teaches selfless love from 1 Corinthians 13, contrasts monergism and synergism, emphasizes free will, moral accountability,…
November 22, 2016
Free Will?, Part 3
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Christian theology encourages believers to deepen understanding of God through scripture and the Holy Spirit. Doctrine should not…
November 29, 2016
Bartles and James
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Shawn McCraney critiques the idealized view of the Bible, urging a balanced, spiritual understanding. He contrasts Bart Ehrman's…
December 6, 2016
The Christian Walk, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney's teaching emphasizes spiritual growth through faith in Christ, moving beyond strict adherence to religious laws, and…
December 20, 2016
The Christian Walk, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on gratitude, personal responsibility, liberation from religious tradition, spiritual growth, and the transformative power…
December 27, 2016
No More Hacking at the Branches
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Shawn McCraney advocates for personal spirituality over institutional religion, emphasizing direct relationships with God and Jesus, creative expression,…
January 3, 2017
No More Hacking, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney contrasts Christian maturity with worldly control, critiques religious institutions, and emphasizes personal spiritual growth over institutional…
January 10, 2017
Two Wheelbarrows
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Shawn McCraney teaches biblical principles through stories, emphasizes trust in God over human strength, and highlights transformation through…
January 24, 2017
Interview with Special Guest Brian
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Shawn McCraney promotes "Subjective Christianity," focusing on personal belief over institutional control. Emphasizes personal repentance, direct relationship with…
January 31, 2017
No More Hacking, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney guides children to Christianity with love, critiques organized religion's power, promotes personal faith journeys, and advocates…
February 7, 2017
No More Hacking, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney teaches peaceful engagement with differing beliefs, emphasizes faith and love over dogma, critiques institutional religion's control,…
February 14, 2017
No More Hacking at the Branches, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney critiques institutional religion, advocating for diverse beliefs and a universal priesthood without hierarchy, emphasizing truth and…
February 21, 2017
No More Hacking, Part 7
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Shawn McCraney's teaching focuses on concise biblical teachings, universal priesthood, love over indoctrination, Jesus' divine communication, critiques church…
February 28, 2017
No More Hacking, Part 8
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes radical faith, critiques wealth-driven societal and religious manipulations, and advocates for spiritual empowerment over material…
March 7, 2017
Forty-Four Verses
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Shawn McCraney's teaching on Mark 12 emphasizes interpreting scripture with spiritual guidance, discerning biases, and prioritizing love and…
March 14, 2017
Interview with Joseph Scoma
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Shawn McCraney highlights Jesus' transformative power, acceptance of non-opposing paths, love for non-believers, and holistic guidance for ex-Mormons…
March 21, 2017
Interview with Joseph Scoma, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes empathy over judgment, advocating for a personal relationship with Jesus, free from control and manipulation,…
March 28, 2017
Hacking at the Root, Part 10
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Shawn McCraney teaches former Mormons to release anger towards LDS, focus on Jesus for peace, critiques Mormonism, emphasizes…
April 4, 2017
Hacking at the Root, Part 11
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Shawn McCraney emphasizes personal faith, authenticity, and freedom in Christ, critiques societal and religious conformity, and highlights labor…
April 11, 2017
Interview with Bryce Blankenagel
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Shawn McCraney's episode features Bryce Blankenagel, ex-LDS turned atheist, critiquing Mormonism via his podcast, exploring his journey, church…
April 18, 2017
Interview with Larry Norris
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Shawn McCraney discusses First John 4:1-5, stressing discernment of true spirits by acknowledging Jesus Christ's incarnation. He critiques…
April 25, 2017
Hacking at the Roots, Part 12
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Shawn McCraney's teaching contrasts reliance on Christ with self-reliance, critiques institutional religious consumerism, and emphasizes a Spirit-led, individual…
May 2, 2017
Striking the Root, Part 1
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Shawn McCraney stresses Christianity's role in societal peace, critiques institutional religion, promotes personal Bible understanding, and advocates for…
May 16, 2017
Striking at the Root, Part 2
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Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's control, promotes individual faith in Jesus, emphasizes genuine love through knowing God, and highlights…
May 23, 2017
Striking the Root, Part 3
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Shawn McCraney challenges traditional Trinity views, emphasizing personal faith in God through Christ. He advocates for scriptural understanding,…
May 30, 2017
Striking the Root, Part 4
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Shawn McCraney advocates for personal, authentic worship, critiques organized religion, emphasizes spiritual growth over materialism, and highlights freedom…
June 6, 2017
Striking the Root, Part 5
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Shawn McCraney teaches that Christ's victory reconciles all to God, contrasting Old and New Covenants. True faith involves…
June 13, 2017
Striking the Root, Part 6
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Shawn McCraney reinterprets Satan and Hell, emphasizing Jesus' victory over sin and death, challenging fear-based religious narratives, and…
June 20, 2017
Reach and Teach to Support the Few
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Shawn McCraney's teachings emphasize inclusive spiritual gatherings, questioning religious norms, focusing on love and forgiveness, and prioritizing genuine…
June 27, 2017
The Reinvention
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Shawn McCraney's ministry ends "Heart in the Park" on Aug 21, 2017, shifts to social media, ends "Heart…
July 11, 2017
Interview with Earl Erskine
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Bishop Earl recounts his LDS journey, doubts, and exit, highlighting the "Seventeen Minutes" event, Ex Mormon Files, and…
July 18, 2017
Interview with Warren Puckett
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Shawn McCraney hosts Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO in Salt Lake City, featuring Warren Puckett's journey from Mormonism,…
July 25, 2017
Interview with Suzanne Puckett
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Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO, hosted by Shawn McCraney, focuses on worship in Spirit and Truth, features baptisms,…
August 1, 2017
Interview with Richard Dutcher
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Shawn McCraney discusses Richard Dutcher's departure from LDS cinema, emphasizing his trust in God and humor. Highlights Dutcher's…
August 8, 2017
Interview with Dave Bartosiewicz
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Shawn McCraney hosts "Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO!" in Salt Lake City, discussing worship, events, and interviewing Dave…
August 15, 2017
Interview with Delaney McCraney
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Shawn McCraney and daughter Delaney discuss her spiritual journey on "Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO," exploring her path…
August 22, 2017
Interview with Mark Payzant
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Leaving Mormonism requires courage and life changes; seek truth in Christ, not unstable religious foundations, for true spiritual…
September 5, 2017
Interview with Jason Rapich
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Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO! with Shawn McCraney focuses on authentic worship, featuring guest Jason Rapich, a new…
September 12, 2017
Interview with Shawn’s Mom, Lu McCraney
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Shawn McCraney concludes his show by interviewing his parents on their faith journeys, highlighting his mother's strong LDS…
September 26, 2017
Interview with Shawn’s Dad, Ed McCraney
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Shawn McCraney argues that personal needs, not doctrine, often guide church choice. God values heart and qualities like…
October 3, 2017
Interview with Cassidy McCraney
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Shawn McCraney shares his journey in fatherhood, relationships, and spirituality, highlighting his bond with daughter Cassidy and launching…
October 10, 2017
Interview with Mallory McCraney
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Shawn McCraney critiques harmful religious practices, advocates transparency, reflects on past parenting, and emphasizes love and understanding over…
October 17, 2017
Interview with Danny Larsen
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Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter 1.0" critiqued Mormonism; "HOTM 2.0" will explore beneficial and harmful elements in…
October 24, 2017