Tag Archives: Discernment

Beware of false prophets.

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

In this short video (4:45) Ritch Sandford provides a solid overview of what the Bible says about false prophets. At the end of the video Mr. Sandford cites Matthew 7:15-16 where Jesus says, “Beware of false prophets…You will recognize them … Continue reading →

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From the Mailbag (17 Points of the True Church)

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

Please pray for me as i am trying to leave mormonism. My husband is very active in church and he sent me this. What do you think. Thank you. Connie FROM THE BIBLE: 17 Points of the True Church of … Continue reading →

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Mormon Leadership Not Appropriate at a Christian Event

Posted on March 12, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

In a blog post on Monday (March 9, 2015) Jana Riess told readers about the recent cancellation of a Christian retreat at which Dr. Riess was scheduled to speak. The reason the retreat was cancelled: Christian church leaders deemed that, … Continue reading →

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Mormon Missionaries Do Not Teach the Gospel

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Sharon Lindbloom

The Mormon-themed Meridian Magazine posted an article last week titled, “Baptized Too Soon?” In it, author Joni Hilton confessed her proclivity toward blaming the missionaries when new Mormon converts fall away, wondering if “…the missionaries were too hasty, and scheduled … Continue reading →

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Liberty University and the Glenn Beck saga (Part 1)

Posted on May 26, 2014 by Eric Johnson

Let me state upfront that, besides wearing my apologetic hat, I am a parent of a Liberty University (LU) graduate. My oldest daughter graduated on May 10, 2014, and we’re very proud of her accomplishment. I’m sure you don’t want … Continue reading →

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Mormonism: A Religion Only Understood by Its Own?

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Eric Johnson

I was speaking to somebody recently about ministry in Utah. This man, a professional clergy member who recently moved to Utah, told me proudly, “Our church will never host any class teaching about Mormonism. After all, it not only could … Continue reading →

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Living by the Scriptures

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

For many years the LDS Church-owned newspaper Church News included a column called “Living by the Scriptures.” This weekly column was described by the newspaper in this way: “‘Living by the Scriptures’ is another in a series of Church News … Continue reading →

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Mormons are taught how to “keep the faith”

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Sharon Lindbloom

How do Mormons keep faith in Mormonism “in a world of confusion”? Mormon Bishop Gérald Caussé (First Counselor in the Presiding Bishopric) counseled Latter-days Saints on this topic in the August 2012 Ensign magazine (26-29). His advice included: Seek the … Continue reading →

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The Deception and Fall of Apostle Albert Carrington

Posted on October 6, 2011 by grindael

In a Note I recently wrote for my Facebook Page Mormon & LDS Facts, I detail what I’ve called “The deception and fall of Mormon Apostle Albert Carrington.” The Note can be found in its entirety here. (Update: This Note … Continue reading →

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Feelings surpass everything?

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Eric Johnson

I’m in the Holy Land this week with 48 people—the majority are teens—as another apologist and I lead them on a trip they will never forget. Last week I asked a Mormon friend about a particular site in Israel that … Continue reading →

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