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Distinctive Christianity158. Machen and MormonismThis week will be some thoughts Skyler shared at the Utah Christian Research Center about how the book Christianity and Liberalism by J. Gresham Machen can aid one in seeing some core similarities between Liberalism and LDS theology, past and present. The question posed by the lecture: Is Mormonism theologically liberal? Many confuse a desire for decorum for core conservative commitments, and the deeper one goes into Mormon history and theology reveals deep progressive commitments that many Christians may miss and/or misunderstand.Slideshow2025-07-071h 31
CultishPart 3: Hermetic Mormonism with Skyler HamiltonIn this episode of Cultish, Andrew Soncrant concludes his conversation with Skyler Hamilton from Distinctive Christianity to explore the hidden world of Hermetic Mormonism. What happens when esoteric traditions, alchemy, and mysticism creep into a religion that already claims divine revelation? Skyler unpacks his story of coming to faith in Christ by unpacking the surprising roots and modern expressions of this strange blend of Hermeticism and Latter-day Saint theology. How deep does the rabbit hole go? And why should Christians be concerned about this growing trend in fringe Mormon circles? Tune in for a f...2025-06-111h 33
CultishPart 2: Hermetic Mormonism with Skyler HamiltonIn this episode of Cultish, Andrew Soncrant and Bradley Campbell (of @GLM) continue their conversation with Skyler Hamilton from Distinctive Christianity to explore the hidden world of Hermetic Mormonism. What happens when esoteric traditions, alchemy, and mysticism creep into a religion that already claims divine revelation? Skyler unpacks his story of coming to faith in Christ by unpacking the surprising roots and modern expressions of this strange blend of Hermeticism and Latter-day Saint theology. How deep does the rabbit hole go? And why should Christians be concerned about this growing trend in fringe Mormon circles? Tu...2025-06-041h 12
CultishPart 1: Hermetic Mormonism with Skyler HamiltonIn this episode of Cultish, Andrew Soncrant and Bradley Campbell (of @GLM )sit down with Skyler Hamilton from Distinctive Christianity to explore the hidden world of Hermetic Mormonism. What happens when esoteric traditions, alchemy, and mysticism creep into a religion that already claims divine revelation? Skyler unpacks his story of coming to faith in Christ by unpacking the surprising roots and modern expressions of this strange blend of Hermeticism and Latter-day Saint theology. How deep does the rabbit hole go? And why should Christians be concerned about this growing trend in fringe Mormon circles? Tune...2025-05-2856 min
Press Play On The Most Immersive Full Audiobook Today!Empower Your Child to Heal by Skyler Hamilton PhDPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/24275to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Empower Your Child to Heal
Author: Skyler Hamilton PhD
Narrator: Dr. Skyler Hamilton
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Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins
Release date: 01-30-25
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Genres: Physical Illness & Disease
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Did you know your thoughts can create disease? The good news is that our thoughts can also heal disease. My book reveals answers for parents raising children with mysterious conditions, and the related devastating consequences, resulting from autoimmune diseases and gastrointestinal disorders. I'm a mind-body psychotherapist, author, researcher and lecturer, with my focus on healing the...2025-01-307h 03
Distinctive Christianity125. Prolegomena: Ancient IsraelIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler continue setting up the context for the coming series on the Nicene Creed. Today, we take a brief and broad tour of Ancient Israel. What is Israel’s story both as Israel – and also relative to the civilizations around them? What are distinctive Israelite beliefs – and what are the patterns to the problems within Israel, and between Israel and their neighbors? This episode mostly starts around the time of the Monarchy, and covers highlights of the historical material all the way up to the rise of King Herod. We star...2025-01-131h 21
Distinctive Christianity124. Miguel Echevarria on the Land Inheritance in PaulIn this episode, Skyler interviews Dr. Miguel Echevarria about his book The Future Inheritance of Land in the Pauline Epistles. Miguel argues that “the promises of Abraham, though related, are distinct” and that the promise of land inheritance is a rich theme in Paul’s epistles. Miguel will help us think through what the apostle Paul teaches regarding God’s promise of blessing, promise of offspring, and promise of inheritance. He may even have a few things to say regarding questions of Pauline authorship. Faculty Page Book: The Future Inheritance of Land in the Pauline...2025-01-061h 00
Distinctive Christianity120. The Casey Cheney Story (Part 3/3)In this series, we interview Casey Cheney on her story coming out of Mormonism. She is a member of First Baptist Church of Provo, and has been a hard-working hero behind the scenes making Distinctive Christianity happen! Listen in and hear her story of conversion to Mormonism, and then her re-committing to the Biblical Jesus and the Triune God of Scripture.Message from Casey:Dear faithful, former, and questioning LDS listeners,I hope one thing you have come to learn through listening to this podcast is how much Pastor Brendon, S...2024-12-161h 00
Distinctive Christianity119. The Casey Cheney Story (Part 2/3)In this series, we interview Casey Cheney on her story coming out of Mormonism. She is a member of First Baptist Church of Provo, and has been a hard-working hero behind the scenes making Distinctive Christianity happen! Listen in and hear her story of conversion to Mormonism, and then her re-committing to the Biblical Jesus and the Triune God of Scripture.Message from Casey:Dear faithful, former, and questioning LDS listeners,I hope one thing you have come to learn through listening to this podcast is how much Pastor Brendon, S...2024-12-121h 16
Distinctive Christianity118. The Casey Cheney Story (Part 1/3)In this series, we interview Casey Cheney on her story coming out of Mormonism. She is a member of First Baptist Church of Provo, and has been a hard-working hero behind the scenes making Distinctive Christianity happen! Listen in and hear her story of conversion to Mormonism, and then her re-committing to the Biblical Jesus and the Triune God of Scripture.Message from Casey:Dear faithful, former, and questioning LDS listeners,I hope one thing you have come to learn through listening to this podcast is how much Pastor Brendon...2024-12-091h 29
The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 235 - Empower Yourself to Heal with Dr. Skyler HamiltonDecember 3, 2024The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 235 - Empower Yourself to Heal with Dr. Skyler HamiltonThis episode contains adult subject matter and listener discretion is advised.This episode takes a deep dive into the mind-body connection and its incredible potential to heal chronic and complex health conditions. We explore how tapping into the power of the mind can influence the body’s ability to recover from conditions like autoimmune disorders, inflammatory diseases, and brain-gut axis disorders. The conversation sheds light on how we can empower ourselves to take charge of our own healing jou...2024-12-0340 min
Distinctive Christianity115. Justin Peters on Hyper-Charismatic Apostles and their AuthorityOn today’s episode, Skyler and Pastor Ed Romine are joined by Bradley Campbell of God Loves Mormons to interview Justin Peters of Justin Peters Ministries about some of the theology and practice of the extreme charismatic movement. We ask Justin about topics such as charismatic apostles and their claims of authority – as well as examples and patterns of heresy taught by them. These false teachers distort, pervert, and reject essential issues of the Christian faith such as the Trinity, who Jesus Christ is, and the Gospel. Much of this overlaps and rhymes with many of the claims and prio...2024-11-181h 38
Distinctive Christianity114. Kim Riddlebarger on 1 CorinthiansIn this episode, Skyler interviews Dr. Kim Riddlebarger about his commentary First Corinthians. Kim takes us through some of the teachings of Paul in this epistle and how they inform a correct understanding of the Christian Faith. Along the way, we discuss LDS attempts at appropriating their own doctrines and practices from the Epistle - and whether those attempts are, in any way, credible. First Corinthians (2nd edition) in the Lectio Continua Commentary SeriesThe Riddleblog The Blessed Hope Podcast “Man As a Body-Soul Composite” by Kim Ridd...2024-11-111h 36
Distinctive Christianity107. Prolegomena: Alexander the Great and the Harvest of HellenismIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler continue setting up the context for the coming series on the Nicene Creed. Today, we take a brief and broad tour of Alexander the Great and the Harvest of Hellenism. What is Hellenization? We take a look at some of its political and cultural context – and then focus on the philosophical schools of Stoicism and Epicureanism. This will be key to accurately understanding the world of the New Testament, the early church - as well as contemporary debates over Christian theology and apologetics.Correction: The Battle of Tyre occurred in present-day Leb...2024-10-141h 35
Distinctive Christianity102. Prolegomena: The Ancient RomansIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler continue setting up the context for the coming series on the Nicene Creed. Today, we take a brief and broad tour of Ancient Roman civilization. This includes some of the basics of public and private Religion in Roman society, as well as the importance of Roman law, piety, and virtue. The how and the what of the spread of Roman power helps set the stage upon which Christianity entered the scene. This is key to understanding the events that led up to, among other things, the Council of Nicaea. Correction: I me...2024-09-091h 32
Distinctive Christianity101. Red Pilled America on How 'Sound of Freedom' Conned ChristiansIn this episode, Skyler is joined by Patrick Courrielche and Adryana Cortez of Red Pilled America to discuss their recent documentary: “Rescue Ruse – How ‘Sound of Freedom’ Conned Christians”. Patrick and Adryana take us all the way back to a man named W.T. Stead in the 19th century - and show us how there has been a blueprint for men like Tim Ballard to lie and take advantage of Christians’ desire to help with social ills, real and imagined. We get to hear some of the story behind the making of the documentary, the reaction it has received, and why the...2024-09-021h 04
Distinctive Christianity100. Lynn Packer on Investigating Paul H. DunnIn this interview, Skyler interviews distinguished journalist Lynn Packer about his book Lying for the Lord: The Paul H. Dunn Stories. The second most popular LDS General Authority in his time - Paul H. Dunn was in the Presidency of the Seventy, and was famous for his faith-promoting stories. But were those stories true?Following his investigation into the AFCO fraud scandal (of which Elder Dunn was a part) Lynn continued to investigate and found that the lies and fraud went deeper than most are willing to face, even now. Lying for the Lor...2024-08-261h 39
Distinctive Christianity99. Prolegomena: The Ancient GreeksIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler start setting up the context for the coming series on the Nicene Creed. Today, we take a brief and broad tour of Ancient Greek civilization. This includes some of the basics of public and private Religion in Greek society, and some of the influential ideas of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. If it is claimed that Greek ideas corrupted the Christian faith – then it is necessary to be familiar with some of the main ideas to be able to evaluate the claim. We make a few brief comments on contemporary debates over "Christian Platonism" and...2024-08-191h 41
Distinctive Christianity95. President Nelson on Priesthood Keys: A Response (w/ Ed Romine)In this episode, Skyler is joined by Dr. Ed Romine to review and respond to LDS President Russell M. Nelson’s April 2024 General Conference talk “Rejoice in the Gift of Priesthood Keys”. Correction/Clarification: I brought up the 1838 First Vision Account, and then made the comparative point with the other accounts in a way that wasn’t as clear as it should've been. More technically, I should have said JSH-1, which includes the First Vision account. The Elijah portion quoted, which was also placed in D&C 2 in 1876, comes from the “Moroni” visit of JSH-1 (notice: not Nephi), and, s...2024-07-221h 44
Distinctive Christianity93. James Renihan on Divine ImpassibilityIn this episode, Skyler interviews Dr. James Renihan about his book Confessing the Impassible God: The Biblical, Classical, & Confessional Doctrine of Divine Impassibility. The LDS have historically rejected any notion of any god being “without body, parts, or passions.” This teaching was even explicitly identified as a Luciferian deception through the character of a Reformed Minister (called a “hireling of Satan”) in the LDS temple until 1990 (also here). Today, we ask Dr. James Renihan if the doctrine of Divine Impassibility is what the Bible actually teaches, what Christians have historically believed – and why Christianity must confess One God “without...2024-07-081h 16
Distinctive Christianity85. Multiple Mortal Probations (MMP) w/ The Hamilton BoysGiven recent coverage of MMP in the news, including two interviews with historians of Mormonism, Skyler and Colin give their immediate reaction to what they see as PR-Mormonism obfuscating the point and purpose of the doctrine. With all due respect, these historians either should know better - or at least be interested in knowing better!Why would any LDS believe MMP, to begin with? Are there any historical and theological reasons to believe it? Do people believe it in spite of Mormonism, or because of Mormonism? Is it only extreme crazy-people and/or criminals who would believe...2024-05-131h 54
Ella Go PodcastUnveiling the Mind-Body Connection and How Unresolved Emotions Manifest Into Illnesses with Dr. Skyler Hamilton Ep. 162Send us a textHave you ever witnessed the transformation of despair into hope, of sickness into health? Dr. Skyler Hamilton's story is nothing short of a miracle, as she recounts her battle with multiple sclerosis and her incredible journey to remission, guided by the potent mind-body connection. This conversation promises to shift your perspective, revealing how our emotional and physical health are deeply intertwined. From the grief of losing a loved one to the physical manifestation of stress, Dr. Hamilton illustrates the power of the mind in both harming and healing the body.CONNECT...2024-05-0134 min
Heal Your Mind, Heal Your BodyGaslighting Leads to DiseaseFrom seemingly harmless derogatory comments to having your emotions dismissed or met with contempt, when this pattern continues chronically we can begin to mute how we feel, become fearful about how we speak and create distance from our self. This leads to self-doubt, anxiety, depression and ultimately a physical disease related to GI conditions. Gaslighting is a form of chronic invalidation it's particularly harmful, and knowing the antidote becomes critical. Listen/watch as Dr. Skyler unpacks this destructive process. Learn more at drskyler.net and receive "5 Things Every Child Wishes Their Parents Knew."2024-04-1633 minHeal Your Mind, Heal Your BodyThe Emotional Contagion That Threatens SafetyAre your vibes contagious? More than you realize. We can actually "catch" cortisol from stressed individuals around us. Also, through mirror neurons, witnessing someone in a stressful event can increase your cortiscol levels as much as 40%. Not convinced? Think about how yawns are spread. Just seeing someone yawn can make you yawn. The same occurs with stress and emotions. Unfortunately, picking up stress from others can further develop the disease process. For details about Dr. Skyler, go to drskyler.net and receive "5 Things Every Child Wishes Their Parents Knew" upon subscribing.2024-04-0916 minHeal Your Mind, Heal Your BodyThe Phases Of HealingWhen sick with GI or AI conditions, subconsciously we go through phases of healing, and can exhibit any of these phases at any time. Learn about these phases, including the Martyr, Victim, Survivor, Thriver and Warrior, as well as identify some of the 'secondary gains' that benefit the sick. What's the worst thing a parent can do when your child exhibits Victim/Martyr? How can you help them move to Warrior? Find out in this episode of Heal Your Mind, Heal Your Body with Dr. Skyler. For details about Dr. Skyler, go to drskyler.net and receive "5 Things Every...2024-04-0220 minHeal Your Mind, Heal Your BodyWhat Stress Response Are You In?Our brain, specifically the Limbic system, is constantly surveying for trouble to keep us safe. In this episode, Dr. Skyler outlines three stress responses our limbic system uses -- fight, flight and freeze -- to protect us. However, if we get stuck in a chronic stress response, our immune system can be compromised, leading to inflammation, and fuel the disease process. Unfortunately, in today's world we have a multitude of ever-present external and internal stressors that can cause disease, specifically gastrointestinal and autoimmune conditions. Learn about this mind-body connection and what you can do about it in this episode...2024-03-2617 min
Distinctive Christianity76. Jeffrey Holland: LDS Reject the Trinity and are "Christian", too (Part 2/2)In this episode, Brendon and Skyler continue to go through Jeffrey Holland’s October 2007 General Conference address titled “The Only True God and Jesus Christ Whom He Hath Sent”. This continues the analysis of the LDS treatment of the Biblical doctrine of the Trinity and the historic Christian creeds and confessions. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! NOTE: Joseph Fielding Smith defined the Godhead as “the supreme governing council in the heavens”. (Doctrines of Salvation 1:1) Also, notice how i...2024-03-111h 42
Distinctive Christianity75. Jeffrey Holland: LDS Reject the Trinity and are "Christian", too (Part 1/2)In this episode, Brendon and Skyler go through Jeffrey Holland’s October 2007 General Conference address titled “The Only True God and Jesus Christ Whom He Hath Sent”. This continues their analysis of the LDS treatment of the Biblical doctrine of the Trinity and the historic Christian creeds and confessions. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! We love Christ Fellowship Church as well - in the American Fork area.CORRECTION: Muslims actually say "peace be upon him"...2024-03-041h 28
Distinctive Christianity74. Joseph Smith's Last Sermon: The "Sermon in the Grove"In this episode, Brendon and Skyler will go through Joseph Smith’s last public sermon: the “Sermon in the Grove”. They will analyze Smith’s claims and teachings - and highlight his consistent twisting of Scripture, as well as his consistent distrust and aversion to the Christian creeds and confessions. This episode goes along well with the previous series on the King Follett Discourse.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! History of Church 6:473...2024-02-261h 25
Distinctive Christianity68. Interview with Colin Hamilton (The Hamilton Boys, Part 2/2)In this episode, Skyler sits down with his brother, Colin Hamilton, about his “Mormon Story”. Colin's story ended not in agnosticism/atheism or in "new age", but in Creedal Christian belief.Skyler and Colin discuss their mutual (shared, though distinct) journey – while landing on several of Colin’s stories that may help the listener understand the Mormon worldview, and the Mormon experience for someone who (as a Mormon) actually cared about doctrine, and not just fuzzy experience. Colin's story includes bits of previously-believed Mormon theology, and currently-believed Christian theology, along the way.Skyler and Colin Hamilton...2024-01-221h 18
Distinctive Christianity67. Interview with Colin Hamilton (The Hamilton Boys, Part 1/2)In this episode, Skyler sits down with his brother, Colin Hamilton, about his “Mormon Story”. Colin's story ended not in agnosticism/atheism or in "new age", but in Creedal Christian belief.Skyler and Colin discuss their mutual (shared, though distinct) journey – while landing on several of Colin’s stories that may help the listener understand the Mormon worldview, and the Mormon experience for someone who (as a Mormon) actually cared about doctrine, and not just fuzzy experience. Colin's story includes bits of previously-believed Mormon theology, and currently-believed Christian theology, along the way.Skyler and Colin Hamilton...2024-01-151h 30
Distinctive Christianity66. E. G. Romine on Charles Spurgeon, “The Prince of Preachers” (Part 2/2)In this episode, Skyler interviews Dr. Ed Romine about his book The Booming Baritone Bell of England: The Pedagogy and Practice of Charles Haddon Spurgeon’s Open-Air Preaching. The interview will cover Spurgeon's basic biography, including chapters such as the Downgrade Controversy - and will include any comments Spurgeon had about Mormonism. Toward the end, we will also cover some of Ed’s story and how he came to be an Elder at FBC Provo. An example of an Ed Romine sermon can be found here and here.Other Resources: Ten Essentia...2024-01-081h 08
Distinctive Christianity65. E. G. Romine on Charles Spurgeon, “The Prince of Preachers” (Part 1/2)In this episode, Skyler interviews Dr. Ed Romine about his book The Booming Baritone Bell of England: The Pedagogy and Practice of Charles Haddon Spurgeon’s Open-Air Preaching. The interview will cover Spurgeon's basic biography, including chapters such as the Downgrade Controversy - and will include any comments Spurgeon had about Mormonism. Toward the end, we will also cover some of Ed’s story and how he came to be an Elder at FBC Provo. An example of an Ed Romine sermon can be found here and here.Other Resources: Ten Ess...2024-01-011h 24
Distinctive Christianity64. CFM: Revelation 15-22Original title: "Final" Judgment(s); The Universalist-impulse, Exaltation(s), and the sons of perditionIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the fifty-second lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (December 25-31) is titled “He that Overcometh Shall Inherit All Things” and covers Revelation 15-22. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Semi...2023-12-251h 21
Distinctive Christianity63. Last Recap of the Year: Wilford Woodruff's Vision, and the LDS debate over ScriptureIn this episode, Skyler goes over a few loose ends from previous episodes. This includes Wilford Woodruff’s vision of, and temple work for the “founding fathers” - some aspects of the LDS version of the fundamentalist v. modernist debate to keep in mind (so as to not put Boyd K. Packer and J. Gresham Machen on the same side of the divide) - J. Reuben Clark’s impact on LDS church education, and two book recommendations to read on biblical canon. D&C 98; D&C 101; Wilford Woodruff: JD 19:229 Temples of the Most High...2023-12-211h 25
Distinctive Christianity62. CFM: ChristmasIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the fifty-second lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (December 18-24) is titled “Good Tidings of Great Joy” and covers Christmas. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Individuals and Families Gospel Principles ; here and here Statements of the LDS First Presidency compiled by Gary Be...2023-12-181h 09
Distinctive Christianity60. CFM: Revelation 6-14Original title: The War in Heaven; Agency as theological "Liberal-tarianism"In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the fiftieth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (December 11-17) is titled “They Overcame...,by the Blood of the Lamb” and covers Revelation 6-14. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Seminary...2023-12-111h 43
Distinctive Christianity59. CFM: Revelation 1-5Original title: Revelation(s): Do we worship the same Jesus?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-ninth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (December 4-10) is titled “Glory, and Power, Be Unto...the Lamb for Ever” and covers Revelation 1-5. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Seminary...2023-12-041h 32
Distinctive Christianity58. CFM: 1-3 John and JudeOriginal title: Is God Love or Is God Loving? - Nelson's "Divine Love" of the GodsIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-ninth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (November 27-December 3) is titled “God Is Love” and covers 1-3 John and Jude. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Pastor E...2023-11-271h 34
Distinctive Christianity57. CFM: 1 and 2 PeterOriginal title: Eternal Progression and the Spirit World; "They" have a Divine Nature - and so do you!In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-eighth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (November 20-26) is titled “Rejoice with Joy Unspeakable and Full of Glory” and covers 1 and 2 Peter. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or...2023-11-201h 33
Distinctive Christianity56. CFM: JamesOriginal title: First Vision(s), and which "Faith" Without Works Is Dead?; Contradiction or Complement?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-seventh lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (November 13-19) is titled “Be Ye Doers of the Word, and Not Hearers Only” and covers James. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. 2023-11-131h 29
Distinctive Christianity55. CFM: Hebrews 7-13Original title: Power Grab and Double Standards: Lost Patriarchs to Semi-lost "Doctrine"In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-sixth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Nov.6-12) is titled “An High Priest of Good Things to Come” and covers Hebrews 7-13. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Sem...2023-11-061h 09
Distinctive Christianity54. Jason Wallace on The Failure of Eastern Orthodoxy (Part 2/2)Today’s episode is with Pastor Jason Wallace on his recent video The Failure of Eastern Orthodoxy.We discussed his motivation for making the video, his thoughts about the importance of its content, as well as some of the criticism the video has received. Along the way, we focus on topics such as the work of John of Damascus, the authenticity and validity of The Protoevangelium of James, and the doctrine of theosis.An Earnest Plea to Roman CatholicsInstitutes of the Christian Religion by John CalvinThe Coura...2023-11-021h 47
Distinctive Christianity53. CFM: Hebrews 1-6Original title: The Passable Mormon-Jesus: From New Age Seances to Loving ExecutionsIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-fifth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Oct. 30 – Nov. 5) is titled “Jesus Christ, ‘the Author of Eternal Salvation’” and covers Hebrews 1-6. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Correction (of a silly mistak...2023-10-301h 23
Distinctive Christianity52. Jason Wallace on The Failure of Eastern Orthodoxy (Part 1/2)Today’s episode is with Pastor Jason Wallace on his recent video The Failure of Eastern Orthodoxy.We discussed his motivation for making the video, his thoughts about the importance of its content, as well as some of the criticism the video has received. Along the way, we focus on topics such as the work of John of Damascus, the authenticity and validity of The Protoevangelium of James, and the doctrine of theosis.An Earnest Plea to Roman CatholicsInstitutes of the Christian Religion by John CalvinThe Cou...2023-10-261h 29
Distinctive Christianity51. CFM: 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon(?)Original title: What is Mormon Doctrine?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-fourth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Oct. 23-29) is titled “Be Thou an Example of the Believers” and covers 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus - and they mention the name of the book Philemon on the title page. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found h...2023-10-231h 21
Distinctive Christianity50. John Kauer on The Imputation ApproachIn this episode, we interview the one and only John Kauer. Many will know him - and the rest of you soon will. He's been a staple here in Utah for many years!The chapter discussed comes from the book Sharing the Good News with Mormons: Practical Strategies for Getting the Conversation Started, edited by Eric Johnson and Sean McDowell. John authored chapter 23: "Are You Considered As Good As Jesus? The Imputation-Approach"1689 London Baptist Confession, chapter 11Institutes of the Christian Religion by John CalvinRedemption...2023-10-191h 44
Distinctive Christianity49. CFM: 1 and 2 ThessaloniansOriginal title: The Great Apostasy: How flexible is the Mormon narrative?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-third lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Oct. 16-22) is titled “Perfect That Which Is Lacking in Your Faith” and covers 1 and 2 Thessalonians. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Correction: Skyler misspoke...2023-10-161h 30
Distinctive Christianity48. CFM: Philippians and ColossiansOriginal title: The Only God Incarnate: The One and Only True Christ JesusIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-second lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Oct. 9-15) is titled “I Can Do All Things Through Christ Which Strengtheneth Me” and covers Philippians and Colossians. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. 2023-10-091h 16
Distinctive Christianity47. CFM: EphesiansOriginal title: Who is Sovereign? Man's Foreseen Use of Agency vs. God's Predestining ElectionIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-first lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Oct. 2-8) is titled “For the Perfecting of the Saints” and covers Ephesians. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Seminary...2023-10-021h 07
Distinctive Christianity46. CFM: GalatiansOriginal title: There Is No Other GospelIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the fortieth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (September 25-October 1) is titled “Walk in the Spirit” and covers Galatians. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Correction: Paul doesn't use the word "heresy", here - but the concept...2023-09-251h 18
Distinctive Christianity45. CFM: 2 Corinthians 8-13Original title: Church Finances, Testing Apostles, and the Gap between Claim and ResultsIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-ninth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (September 18-24) is titled “God Loveth a Cheerful Giver” and covers 2 Corinthians 8-13. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Correction: Skyler overstated a point on "tit...2023-09-181h 29
Distinctive Christianity44. CFM: 2 Corinthians 1-7Original title: Reconciliation: a Gift Received from God, or a Goal to Earn as one?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-eighth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (September 11-17) is titled "Be Ye Reconciled to God” and covers 2 Corinthians 1-7. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Seminary Man...2023-09-111h 26
Distinctive Christianity43. CFM: 1 Corinthians 14-16Original title: Baptisms for the Dead: Hell(?), Trichotomy, and the CelestialsIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-seventh lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (September 4-10) is titled “God Is Not the Author of Confusion, but of Peace” and covers 1 Corinthians 14-16. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Semin...2023-09-041h 22
Distinctive Christianity42. CFM: 1 Corinthians 8-13Original title: Ignore the Shema, Rewrite the Scripture, and Earn More GiftsIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-sixth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (August 28-September 3) is titled “Ye Are the Body of Christ” and covers 1 Corinthians 8-13. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here. Seminary Manual: here, here, here and here 2023-08-281h 12
Distinctive Christianity41. CFM: 1 Corinthians 1-7Original title: Unity and Epistemology; Are feelings and experience enough?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-fifth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Aug. 21-27) is titled “Be Perfectly Joined Together” and covers 1 Corinthians 1-7. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here. Correction: The George Albert Smith quote was from Elder Georg...2023-08-211h 07
Distinctive Christianity40. CFM: Romans 7-16Original title: New Perspective(s): Justification(s), adoption(s) - and "then shall they be gods"In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-fourth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Aug. 14-20) is titled "Overcome Evil With Good" and covers Romans 7-16.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here.*Correction - - at 32:04, Skyler...2023-08-141h 36
Distinctive Christianity39. CFM: Romans 1-6Original title: When "grace" is natural, the Cross ignored, and exaltation is a ladderIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-third lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Aug. 7-13) is titled "The Power of God unto Salvation" and covers Romans 1-6.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here.Seminary Manual...2023-08-071h 27
Distinctive Christianity38. CFM: Acts 22-28Original title: LDS Testimony: From Prophets to Follow and Laity who FollowIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-second lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (July 31-August 6) is titled "A Minister and a Witness" and covers Acts 22-28.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here.Seminary Manual: here and here2023-07-311h 12
Distinctive Christianity37. CFM: Acts 16-21Original title: "We are His Offspring": Distinguishing Universal Image-Status from Particular Adoption-StatusIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-first lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (July 24-30) is titled "The Lord Had Called Us for to Preach the Gospel" and covers Acts 16-21.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!"I Am A Child of God" LDS Hymn #301The F...2023-07-241h 20
Distinctive Christianity36. CFM: Acts 10-15Original title: Racism: Cultural or Doctrinal?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirtieth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (July 17-23) is titled "The Word of God Grew and Multiplied" and covers Acts 10-15.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Pastor Brendon's sermon on Colossians 1.9-14Seminary Manual2 Nephi 5.21, Alma 3. 6-9, Abraham 1. 24-27The N...2023-07-171h 00
Distinctive Christianity35. CFM: Acts 6-9Original title: Jesus Standing *as* the Right Hand of the One GodIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-ninth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (July 10-16) is titled "What Wilt Thou Have Me Do?" and covers Acts 6-9.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Salt Lake School of TheologyFor a concise summary of what Christians would mean when we say...2023-07-101h 08
Distinctive Christianity34. CFM: Acts 1-5Original title: Restoration as Surrealism; precise past-event, or vague forward-focus?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-eighth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (July 3-9) is titled "Ye Shall Be Witnesses unto Me" and covers Acts 1-5.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Sunday School: here, here, here and hereIndividuals and FamiliesG...2023-07-031h 32
Distinctive Christianity33. CFM: Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24, and John 20-21Original title: ResurrectionIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-seventh lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (June 25-July 2) is titled "He Is Risen" and covers Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24, and John 20-21.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Seminary: here, here, and hereMosiah 11, 16, Alma 11D&C 19, 29, 45, 63, 76. 77, 88, 93, 101, 132; Moses 3 2023-06-261h 10Distinctive Christianity32. CFM: Matthew 27, Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19Original title: The Cross: Repugnant and Taboo, or Definitive Symbol?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-sixth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (June 19-25) is titled "It Is Finished" and covers Matthew 27, Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Brendon's sermon series can be found here; and here's one on Ezra 4.Sources:D&C...2023-06-191h 16
Distinctive Christianity31. CFM: Luke 22 and John 18Original title: Christ in the Garden - and you should, too!In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-fifth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (June 12-18) is titled "Not My Will, but Thine, Be Done" and covers Luke 22, and John 18.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Brendon's sermon series can be found here; and here's one on Ezra 4.Sou...2023-06-121h 23
Distinctive Christianity30. CFM: John 14-17Original title: One means One, Way means Way, and the Gospel is not LawIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-fourth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Jun 5-11) is titled "Continue Ye in My Love" and covers John 14-17.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Seminary Manual: here, here, and hereD&C 76, 88, 130 and 131; John 14 (and her...2023-06-051h 00
Distinctive Christianity29. CFM: Matthew 26, Mark 14, and John 13Original title: Is there One Signified? Wine vs. "Liquid"In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-third lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (May 29-Jun 4) is titled "In Remembrance" and covers Matthew 26, Mark 14, and John 13.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!CORRECTION: Dante's The Divine Comedy has three major sections called canticles - Inferno, Purgatory, and Paradise. These are made u...2023-05-291h 25
Distinctive Christianity28. CFM: JS-Matthew 1, Mark 12-13, and Luke 21Original title: ...And there are also False Prophecies!In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-second lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (May 22-28) is titled "The Son of Man Shall Come" and covers Joseph Smith-Matthew 1, Mark 12-13, and Luke 21.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!CORRECTION: The JST, when compared with his KJV equivalent - has only 118 changes in Romans. There were 1...2023-05-221h 04
Distinctive Christianity27. CFM: Matthew 21-23, Mark 11, Luke 19-20, and John 12Original title: No Shema - No Christianity; and King means KingIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-first lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (May 15-21) is titled "Behold, Thy King Cometh", and covers Matthew 21-23, Mark 11, Luke 19-20, and John 12.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Sources:D&C 98; D&C 132; Abraham 2Seminary Manual...2023-05-151h 24
Distinctive Christianity26. CFM: Matthew 19-20, Mark 10, and Luke 18Original title: The Family - A Proclamation: Ambiguity, Idolatry, and EunuchsIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twentieth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (May 8-14) is titled "What Lack I Yet?", and covers Matthew 19-20, Mark 10, and Luke 18.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!*Fanny Alger was seventeen years old! It was Helen Mar Kimball who was fourteen years old.S...2023-05-081h 31
Distinctive Christianity25. CFM: Luke 12-17 and John 11Original title: Does man seek God? or does God seek man?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the nineteenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (May 1-7) is titled "Rejoice with Me; for I Have Found My Sheep Which Was Lost", and covers Luke 12-17 and John 11.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Kyler T. Wakefield; Native American Voting Rights...2023-05-011h 12
Distinctive Christianity24. CFM: John 7-10Original title: Is Jesus the Way - or an example of one who followed it?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the eighteenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Apr. 24-30) is titled "I Am the Good Shepard", and covers John 7-10.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Sources:JSH 1; D&C 88; D&C 89; D&C 93; Moses 1.39; Article...2023-04-241h 16
Distinctive Christianity23. Less Recap and Many ThingsIn this episode, Skyler flies solo and covers a bunch of things that could've been covered in the lesson material for three past episodes, and yet could be covered in much more detail than even in this episode.Please bear with the lack of editing on this one!1) Seminary Manual: Matt 8; Luke 7:11-17Words of the Prophet Joseph Smith, pp. 59-60; compare with Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p.180 -181 - where, for example, Joseph Fielding Smith leaves out the fact that Joseph Smith said that John C. Bennett...2023-04-201h 39
Distinctive Christianity22. CFM: Matthew 18 and Luke 10Original title: What Shall I do to Inherit Eternal Life?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the seventeenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Apr. 17-23) is titled "What Shall I Do to Inherit Eternal Life?", and covers Matthew 18 and Luke 10.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Correction: Not KSL, but Fox 13.LDS Sources:Matthew 18:11-14; Lu...2023-04-171h 12
Distinctive Christianity21. Antithesis, Common Grace, and Joseph Smith's "Jesus"Skyler is flying solo today, based on the essay "Antithesis, Common Grace, and Plato's View of the Soul" by William D. Dennison. The essay can be found in the book In Defense of the Eschaton: Essays in Reformed Apologetics. Bill is a great scholar and always worth reading! (also here)2023-04-1356 min
Distinctive Christianity20. CFM: Matthew 15-17 and Mark 7-9Original title: Keys to the Kingdom, PriesthoodIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the sixteenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Apr. 10-16) is titled "Thou Art the Christ", and covers Matthew 15-17 and Mark 7-9.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Note 1: in the official LDS church e-mail for this Holy Week (2023) literally has as the subject line - "Rise above your cha...2023-04-101h 07
Distinctive Christianity19. CFM: EasterOriginal title: Easter, Fall and AtonementIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the fifteenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Apr. 3-9) is titled "Easter: O Grave, Where is Thy Victory?"We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Note: in the official LDS church e-mail for this Holy Week (2023) literally has as the subject line - "Rise above your challenges".LD...2023-04-031h 17
Distinctive Christianity18. CFM: Matthew 14, Mark 6, and John 5-6Original title: Dealing with DoubtIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the fourteenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Mar. 27-Apr. 2) covers Matthew 14, Mark 6, and John 5-6 - and is titled "Be Not Afraid".We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Note the difference: The LDS seminary manual asks: "How can focusing on your faith in Jesus Christ and His power and love for yo...2023-03-271h 19
Distinctive Christianity17. CFM: Matthew 13 and Luke 8, 13Original title: ParablesIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirteenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Mar. 20-26) covers Matthew 13, Luke 8 and 13 - and is titled "Who Hath Ears, Let Him Hear".We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!LDS Sources:Individuals and Families; Sunday SchoolThe Parable of the Sower (Dallin Oaks)The Ne...2023-03-201h 13
Distinctive Christianity16. CFM: Matthew 11-12 and Luke 11Original title: "I will give you"...more work!; Self-reliance or Christ-reliance?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twelfth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Mar. 13-19) covers Matthew 11-12, and Luke 11 - and is titled "I Will Give You Rest".We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Note 1: Scholar R.T. France notes that animal yokes are to be distinguished from human yokes...2023-03-131h 10
Distinctive Christianity15. CFM: Matthew 9-10, Mark 5, and Luke 9Original title: Modern Day Apostles and Prophets?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the eleventh lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Mar. 6-12) covers Matthew 9-10, Mark 5, and Luke 9 - and is titled "These Twelve Jesus Sent Forth".We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Note 1: There are two prophet-presidents of the LDS church named Joseph Fielding Smith; one (Sr.) is typically called Joseph...2023-03-061h 21
Distinctive Christianity14. CFM: Matthew 8, Mark 2-4, and Luke 7Original title: MiraclesIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the tenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Feb. 20-26) covers Matthew 8, Mark 2-4, and Luke 7 - and is titled "Thy Faith Hath Saved Thee".We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Correction: Skyler accidentally said "Orson Pratt" when he was actually citing George Q. Cannon (citation below)LDS Source...2023-02-271h 13
Distinctive Christianity13. Recap and Four Things: BOM and the Trinity, Elias and Elijah, Jacob's Ladder, and FaithIn this episode, Skyler flies solo and goes over a few things that had stood out to him in the curriculum so far (Jan-Feb) - which had not yet made it into the standard episodes.The table of contents for the Come, Follow Me manual.Some resources:Reformed Dogmatics by Geerhardus VosSermon by Pastor Ed Romine on Mark 11) Does the Book of Mormon (BOM) teach the Trinity?No. Joseph Smith went from teaching the heresy of modalism in the BOM...2023-02-231h 07
Distinctive Christianity12. CFM: Matthew 6-7Original title: Magic, Manipulating God(?), and The Lord's PrayerIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the ninth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Feb. 20-26) covers Matthew 6-7, and is titled "He taught them as one having authority".We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Note: Russell Nelson taught that: "The Lord prefaced His prayer by first asking His followers to avoid 'vain repetit...2023-02-201h 43
Distinctive Christianity11. CFM: Matthew 5 and Luke 6Original title: Be Perfect and the BeatitudesIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the eighth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Feb. 13-19) covers Matthew 5 and Luke 6 - and is titled "Blessed Are Ye".If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!LDS Sources:Individuals and FamiliesB...2023-02-131h 22
Distinctive Christianity10. Pastor Jason Wallace Interview (Part 2/2)On this episode, we interview Pastor Jason Wallace - an OPC Pastor who will have been evangelizing in Utah for 25 years, as of May 2023.If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Jason's Youtube Channel is Ancient Paths TVTemples Made With Hands?Sandra Tanner Playlist; also see the indispensable Mormonism - Shadow or Reality? by Sandra and Jerald TannerAn Earnes...2023-02-091h 35
Distinctive Christianity9. CFM: John 2-4Original Title: Marriage and God is SpiritIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the seventh lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Feb. 6-12) covers John ch.'s 2-4 and is titled "Ye Must Be Born Again".If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!LDS Sources:Individuals and Fa...2023-02-061h 10
Distinctive Christianity8. Pastor Jason Wallace Interview (Part 1/2)On this episode, we interview Pastor Jason Wallace - an OPC Pastor who will have been evangelizing in Utah for 25 years, as of May 2023.If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Jason's Youtube Channel is Ancient Paths TVSandra Tanner Playlist; also see the indispensable Mormonism - Shadow or Reality? by Sandra and Jerald TannerAn Earnest Plea to Latter-day SaintsWas the Burning in Y...2023-02-021h 46
Distinctive Christianity7. CFM: Matthew 4 and Luke 4-5Original Title: Jesus and TemptationIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the sixth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Jan. 30-Feb. 5) covers Matthew 4 and Luke 4-5 - and is titled "The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me".If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!LDS Sources mentioned:JS...2023-01-301h 28
Distinctive Christianity6. CFM: Matthew 3, Mark 1, and Luke 3Original title: RepentanceIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the fifth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (January 23-29) covers Matthew 3, Mark 1, and Luke 3 - and is titled "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord".If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!LDS Sources mentioned:Luke 3. 7-142023-01-241h 15
Hypnotize MeHM259 Quantum Biology and Healing with Dr. Skyler HamiltonDr. Skyler Hamilton is interviewed by Dr. Liz for an update about how she healed her Multiple Sclerosis (MS) as well as her work as a psychotherapist in Quantum biology and healing with hypnosis. She wows us with her explanation of quantum healing and how combined with hypnosis can change cellular pathways, people’s health, and ultimately their lives. She gives an easy way to begin this process at home for yourself. Her original episode recorded in 2017, re-aired on 01/13/2023 (episode HM258 Best Of Decrease Symptoms of MS and Side-Effects of Chemotherapy with Dr. Skyler Hamilton). Pl...2023-01-2045 min
Distinctive Christianity5. CFM: John 1Original title: In the Beginning: Premortal Existence, Creation Out of Nothing, and TrinityIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the fourth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (January 16-22) covers John 1 - and is titled "We Have Found the Messiah".If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!On NT...2023-01-181h 29
Distinctive Christianity4. CFM: Matthew 2 and Luke 2Original title: The "Why" of WorshipIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the third lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (January 9-15) covers Matthew 2 and Luke 2 - and is titled "We Have Come To Worship Him."CORRECTION: Brendon mentioned the Dead Sea Scroll discovery had "multiple full Isaiah scrolls." The correct information is that the findings included one full Isaiah scroll, with a few small damaged spots, and several more fragments of Isaiah in addition to the full scroll. The point stands that scholars recovered...2023-01-131h 05
Hypnotize MeHM258 Best of Decrease Symptoms of MS and Side Effects of Chemotherapy with Dr. Skyler HamiltonPlease note that this interview was done before Dr. Hamilton had completed her PhD. Her update about her MS and the work she is doing now airs 01/20/2023 in episode HM259 “Quantum Biology and Healing with Dr. Skyler Hamilton.” Dr. Skyler Hamilton is interviewed by Dr. Liz about how she healed her Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and how her husband used hypnosis to reduce side-effects of chemotherapy to the point where he was able to run 3 miles a day during his treatments and not miss a day of work. Please note that hypnosis is not a cure for...2023-01-1359 min
Distinctive Christianity3. CFM: Matthew 1 and Luke 1Original title: Born of a VirginIn this episode, Skyler and Brendon discuss distinctions in Mormon and Creedal Christian thinking on the doctrine of the virgin birth. Our discussion springboards off of the "Come, Follow Me" Sunday School manual used by the LDS church, which covers Matthew 1 and Luke 1. This lesson is called: "Be it unto Me According to Thy Word"Some LDS/Mormon sources cited:The Virgin Birth according to LDS leaders (Sandra Tanner)JD 1: 46-53 : Brigham YoungJD 4:218 : Brigham YoungJD 11:268 : Brigham YoungThe Seer, p. 158-159: Orson PrattJesus The Christ (ch. 7...2023-01-101h 22
Distinctive Christianity2. Come, Follow Me (CFM): We Are Responsible For Our Own LearningOriginally title: Approaching the Word of GodIn this podcast, Skyler and Brendon discuss the first lesson in the LDS, Come, Follow Me curriculum: We Are Responsible for Our Own Learning. The discussion centers on distinctions in how Creedal Christians and Latter-day Saints approach the Word of God.LDS materials:D&C 9Ideas to Improve Your Scripture StudyThere are highlights of several of the LDS General Authorities (prophets and apostles) teaching D&C 9 in the first few minutes of...2023-01-041h 11