Category: Evangelism
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10 Reasons Why It Makes Sense To Trust the Bible
10 reasons why we can trust the Bible1. Archaeology supports many of the people, places, and events from biblical sources.2. History supports many of the people and events from biblical sources.
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10 Reasons Why Joseph Smith Should Not Be Considered a True Prophet of God
10 reasons why Joseph Smith should not be considered a true prophet of God1. He was not considered to be trustworthy by the people of his day.2. He taught in a version of God different from the Bible.3. He produced prophecies that didn’t come to pass.
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Isn’t Telling a Latter-Day Saint That Mormonism Is Wrong Judgmental? (Shouldn’t We Just Leave Them Alone?)
We are often asked, “Why are you (at MRM) so judgmental?” Often cited is Matthew 7:1 and Jesus’s instruction “Judge not lest ye be judged.” First of all, please don’t take our position as being antagonistic or hateful toward any individual. We care very much about the LDS people. Indeed, if we “hated” Mormons and yet…
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If I No Longer Believe the Teachings of the Mormon Church, Should I Remain in the Church or Leave It for Good?
A few years ago there seemed to be a movement to encourage those leaving Mormonism for Christianity to remain active in the LDS Church. After all, the rationale goes, wouldn’t there be a better chance for one’s friends and relatives to convert to Christianity if someone (a new Christian) was able to stay in the…
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Taking the Offense without Being Offensive: An Evangelism Strategy
Suppose your favorite NFL team is headed to overtime in a tie game and ends up winning the coin toss. Would you want your team to kick off or receive? It’s a no-brainer. Even the most defensive-minded fan wants his team to have the ball. After all, the team receiving the kickoff can win the…
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When Tomorrow May Be Too Late: An Evangelism Strategy for “We’ll All Find Out in the End”
During a friendly dialogue that I had recently with a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS, Mormon), I made a point that seemed to strike a chord. After a few seconds of awkward silence, the Latter-day Saint said (in a most respectful way), “What you’re showing me appears to be…
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Should Christians (or Mormons) Participate in the Hare Krishna Holi Festival of Colors?
Check out this two-part podcast on The Holi Festival Part 1 Part 2 originally broadcast March 27-28, 2014 On March 26 and 27, 2015, the Viewpoint on Mormonism podcast dealt with the question asked in the title for this article. Go here and here to hear these episodes. The Hare Krishna religion sponsors a popular colorful party near Easter-time…
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You’ve Strengthened My Testimony
You’ve strengthened my testimony By Bill McKeever The following was originally printed in the Nov-Dec 2010 edition of Mormonism Researched. To request a free subscription, please visit here.
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Should We Let People Live a Lie in Mormonism?
A reader asks: Hello, How should one handle their knowledge of the truth of LDS doctrine and history with respect to believers still close to them? Is it wrong to knowingly let someone live a life that is largely controlled by an institution that you know is false? If the overall impacts were smaller I…
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“Why Don’t You Take Your Ministry of Hate…”?
“Why don’t you take your ministry of hate…”? An angry writer believes that MRM is unfair by targeting Mormons rather than other religious groups and demands to know why we run a “ministry of hate.” MRM’s Sharon Lindbloom provides a succinct and gentle answer. This exchange was originally printed in the June 2008 edition of…
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Responding to Those Who Disagree
Responding to Those Who Disagree By Eric Johnson The following was originally printed in the March-April 2009 edition of Mormonism Researched. The original headline was “Mormon apostle encourages silence, not dialogue, with perceived ‘accusers.’” To request a free subscription, please visit here.
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The Miracle of Forgiveness Witnessing Guide
The MRM website on The Miracle of Forgiveness will give a good overview of this book. Use the witnessing guide included as an attachment in this article to help you reference some of the most important quotes found in Spencer W. Kimball’s The Miracle of Forgiveness. In addition, you can listen to a a series on The Miracle…
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80+ Verses to Use in Apologetic Encounters
Have you ever tried to memorize scripture but it was just too hard to remember all the words in a verse? Or have you ever been in a witnessing situation and wanted to use a particular verse–it’s at the tip of your tongue–but you forgot where it was located? (“It’s in the Bible…somewhere.”) Consider learning…
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Dealing with “Contention”
Dealing with “Contention” By Eric Johnson
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Conversation Starters
This is 5-part series was played on Viewpoint on Mormonism in 2011. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5
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Five reasons not to “shut down”
Five reasons not to “shut down” when someone wants to show you evidence that purportedly contradicts what/who you believe: 1. Curiosity. Curiosity is virtuous and healthy, and the only faith worth having is a curious faith. Faith seeks understanding. Faith should increase curiosity, not squelch it. 2. Humility. Humility implies a posture of, “I don’t know all…
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Encountering the Mormon Missionaries – 15 Things They May Be Reluctant to Tell You
Today the number of full-time missionaries sent out by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) numbers in the tens of thousands. Most of these are young men and women in their late teens or early twenties, but the LDS Church also has within its ranks retired people serving as full-time missionaries.…
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There Are Two Fathers in Heaven. Which One Is Yours?
Everyone has a heavenly father. Which one do you have? There are two. One tells you who are here to be tested, the other tells you who are here to love and be loved. One encourages you to eat of the forbidden fruit, the other encourages you to wait and trust. One is the “god…
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“We believe the same thing.”
“We believe the same thing.” They why the need for a restoration? “We believe the same thing.” Then why did you just tell me you believed the exact opposite thing? “We believe the same thing.” How you can be sure, if you haven’t even asked me about what I believe? “We believe the same thing.”…
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“Confrontational Apologetics Versus Grace-Filled Persuasion”: A Confrontational Yet Grace-Filled Response to Dr. Glen G. Scorgie, Bethel Seminary San Diego
“Confrontational Apologetics Versus Grace-Filled Persuasion”: A Confrontational Yet Grace-Filled Response to Dr. Glen G. Scorgie, Bethel Seminary San Diego By Eric Johnson