Unveiling Mormonism Podcast

In this kickoff episode of the Galatians Challenge for Mormons, we dive into chapter 1 of Paul’s letter to the Galatians—a bold defense of the one true gospel. Paul says even if an angel preaches another message, let him be cursed. Sound familiar? We explore the striking parallels between Paul’s warning and Joseph Smith’s claims about receiving the “fullness of the gospel” from the angel Moroni.

We also examine Paul’s background as a Pharisee, how the early church responded to his conversion, and why that response stands in stark contrast to Joseph Smith’s rejection of all existing churches. This episode challenges listeners to consider: Are you following the gospel revealed by Jesus—or a different one?

📖 Bible Text: Galatians 1

📚 LDS References: Joseph Smith—History 1:19; Moroni’s message (1838 account)

🔍 Key Questions:

• What does Paul say about authority and grace?
• How should we respond to “new” gospels, even from angels?
• Why did the early church praise God for Paul—but Joseph Smith denounced them?

✅ Perfect for:

LDS truth-seekers, former Mormons, and anyone wanting to understand the unchanging gospel of grace.

🔗 Learn more: PursueGOD.org/galatians-mormons

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Welcome to Galatians Challenge for Mormons—a Bible study series for Latter-day Saints who are ready to explore the message of grace straight from Scripture. In this first lesson, we dive into Galatians chapter 1 and confront a question that rocked the early church... and still matters today:

“What is the true gospel?”

Galatians 1:1 (NLT) This letter is from Paul, an apostle. I was not appointed by any group of people or any human authority, but by Jesus Christ himself and by God the Father, who raised Jesus from the dead.

• Paul wastes no time making something clear—his message isn’t secondhand, and it didn’t come from church leaders or tradition. It came straight from Jesus Christ.
• 🧠 Evangelical View:
• True spiritual authority comes from God’s direct calling—not priesthood succession or church offices. Paul's authority didn’t come from Peter or James—it came from Christ alone.
• 👀 Mormon Viewpoint:
• The LDS Church teaches that priesthood authority was lost and restored through Joseph Smith. But Paul says his authority didn't come through men at all—challenging the idea that authority must be passed through earthly hands.
• 🔍 Challenge Question:
• If Paul wasn’t ordained by men, what does that say about the necessity of priesthood succession for gospel authority today?

Galatians 1:2-5 (NLT) 2 All the brothers and sisters here join me in sending this letter to the churches of Galatia.3 May God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace. 4 Jesus gave his life for our sins, just as God our Father planned, in order to rescue us from this evil world in which we live. 5 All glory to God forever and ever! Amen.

• There’s the gospel in simple terms!
• It’s all...

Is salvation truly by grace, or is it grace after all we can do? In this video, we take a deep dive into one of the most debated verses in the Book of Mormon—2 Nephi 25:23—and compare the historical LDS interpretation with the biblical gospel.

🔥 We’ll expose the modern LDS attempt to reinterpret this verse (“in spite of all we can do”) and show:

• What the 1828 Webster’s Dictionary actually says
• How LDS leaders like Spencer W. Kimball, Ezra Taft Benson, and Boyd K. Packer taught this verse
• What the official LDS manual True to the Faith says about it
• A full list of salvation requirements added after this verse in Mormon theology
• The biblical gospel of grace — free, undeserved, and available to all who believe

This is a must-watch for anyone exploring the differences between Mormonism and biblical Christianity.

🗣️ Let’s Talk:

Have you ever wrestled with this verse? Do you think salvation is based on effort or on grace alone? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let’s have a meaningful conversation.

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#Mormonism #GraceVsWorks #2Nephi25 #ChristianApologetics #EvangelicalVsLDS #BookOfMormon #BiblicalGrace #GospelTruth

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The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday.

Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.

Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.

Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.

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Notes

In this episode, Aleck shares her story of coming out of Mormonism and experiencing a real relationship with Jesus.

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The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday.

Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.

Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.

Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.

Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at [email protected].

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Welcome back to the pod! Have you ever wondered how the Bible was written, and how exactly it's structured? Listen to today's episode as we talk about those things, as well as unpacking why it matter to us spiritually.

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The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you’re looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

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Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.

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How the Bible Works

Today we continue our How Stuff Works series with a topic that’s both deeply theological and intensely practical: How the Bible Works. For Christians, the Bible is more than just a religious book—it’s the inspired Word of God. But where did it come from? How is it structured? And how do we read it in a way that transforms our lives?

These are big questions, and this summary explores three essential truths that come from our Bible Basics series:

1. Where Did We Get the Bible?

The Bible didn’t fall from the sky, nor was it just a random collection of human wisdom. Scripture teaches that the Bible was inspired by the Holy Spirit.

2 Timothy 3:16 (NLT) “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.”

“Inspired” literally means “God-breathed.” That means the words of the Bible carry the very breath of God, and He speaks to us through its pages.

Mark 12:36 (NLT) “For David himself, speaking under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, said…”

Jesus affirmed the divine origin of the Old Testament scriptures. The human authors wrote using their own style and voice, but were guided by the Spirit of God.

2 Peter 1:20-21 (NLT) “No prophecy in Scripture ever came from the prophet’s own understanding... those prophets were moved by the Holy Spirit, and they spoke from God.”

Verbal plenary inspiration means that the very words (verbal) and all parts (plenary) of Scripture are inspired by God. Though the original manuscripts were written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek, God has preserved His message through faithful transmission and translation.

Translation Types:

• Word-for-Word (Formal): ESV, NASB
• Thought-for-Thought (Dynamic): NIV, NLT

While only the original manuscripts are infallible, modern translations are trustworthy because of careful preservation, thousands of manuscripts, and the sovereignty of God.

2. What Is the Structure of the Bible?

The Bible is one book made up of 66 individual books, divided into two testaments:

Old Testament (39 Books): Written over 1,000 years and originally part of the Hebrew Bible, it includes:

• Law (Genesis–Deuteronomy)
• History (Joshua–Esther)
• Wisdom/Poetry (Job–Song of...

Most people assume baptism for the dead has ancient roots—but it didn’t even exist in early Mormonism. In this epidsode, we trace the origins of the LDS temple ordinance and compare it to what the Bible really teaches.

We’ll look at:

• The Book of Mormon’s warning against postmortem salvation
• Joseph Smith’s evolving revelations in the 1840s
• Why 1 Corinthians 15:29 is not what the LDS Church claims it is
• And what the Bible says about death, judgment, and salvation

⛔ Don’t miss why this doctrine is more dangerous than it seems.

📖 Scriptures referenced:

• Alma 34:32–35
• 1 Corinthians 15:29
• Hebrews 9:27
• 2 Corinthians 6:2
• Luke 16:19–31
• Doctrine & Covenants 124, 128

✝️ Trust in Christ—not temples or rituals—because eternity starts the moment you die.

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The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday.

Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.

Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.

Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.

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Notes