Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this installment of our Latter-day Saint book review series, Mark, Molly, and Grace dive into After All We Can Do by Dieter F. Uchtdorf, a prominent LDS apostle whose winsome style and nuanced take on grace has captured attention within and beyond his faith tradition.

Uchtdorf attempts to reinterpret 2 Nephi 25:23—“it is by grace that we are saved, after all we can do”—in a more hopeful and less burdensome light. But does his message reflect biblical grace or reinforce the same exhausting cycle of works righteousness with softer language? Our team engages this question as they thoughtfully explore the book’s high-sounding promises and troubling inconsistencies.

In this episode, you'll hear a critical yet compassionate assessment of the LDS doctrine of “enabling grace,” Uchtdorf’s use of the parable of the prodigal son, and his attempts to merge gratitude-based obedience with conditions for exaltation. Through it all, Mark, Molly, and Grace contrast LDS teachings with the biblical gospel—that salvation is God’s free gift, not a reward for effort, and that hope and righteousness come from Christ alone.

Join us as we examine how to lovingly respond to LDS friends drawn to Uchtdorf’s tone but still burdened by the call to prove their worth. Learn how to point them to the true hope, rest, and rescue found only in Jesus.

Access the Prodigal Son resources we mentioned in the episode:

• Listen to the sermon Pastor Mark preached on Luke 15, along with practical witnessing tips: Witnessing Christ from Luke 15: The Prodigal or Two Lost Sons.
• Share this article with your LDS friends to illustrate both the depth of our sin and the boundless grace of God: The Two Lost Sons: An Invitation to the Father’s Embrace.
• Take the Quiz! Which Son Are You? (Take this with your LDS friends for a good discussion on which of the two sons you most relate to and why.)

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This podcast explores published works written by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, with a particular focus on topics such as grace, salvation, and the character of God. As part of our episodes, we occasionally quote excerpts from these copyrighted materials.

We do so under the Fair Use provisions of U.S. copyright law (17 U.S. Code § 107), which allow limited use of copyrighted content for commentary, criticism, education, and discussion. Our use is transformative, offering biblical responses, theological reflection, and practical witnessing tips to help Christians share the gospel in love and truth.

We want to make it clear: We do not intend to replace or reproduce the original works, nor do we seek to disparage their authors. Instead, our goal is respectful engagement, inviting honest dialogue around eternal questions and the hope found in Jesus Christ. All quoted content remains the property of its respective copyright holders.

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we continue our short series reviewing Latter-day Saint books on grace—this time diving into Grace to Become by Emily Belle Freeman.

Mark, Molly, and Grace unpack the second installment in Freeman’s grace-themed trilogy, exploring the LDS concept of “exalting grace” and how it differs significantly from the biblical gospel. This book builds on the previous volume (Grace Where You Are), shifting the focus from comfort in hardship to striving for godhood through personal effort and divine assistance.

In this episode, the team thoughtfully engages with Freeman’s language of “becoming like God,” her views on motivation and self-improvement, and her portrayal of grace as a ladder we climb rather than a gift we receive. Along the way, they contrast this with the biblical message of grace—God’s unearned favor given to the undeserving, not to enable progress toward exaltation, but to give righteousness, restore relationship, and grant eternal life through Jesus.

Join us as we explore how to speak compassionately and clearly with LDS friends who are overwhelmed by the burden to become, and how to point them to the rest and rescue found only in Christ.

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FAIR USE NOTICE:

This podcast explores published works written by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, with a particular focus on topics such as grace, salvation, and the character of God. As part of our episodes, we occasionally quote excerpts from these copyrighted materials.

We do so under the Fair Use provisions of U.S. copyright law (17 U.S. Code § 107), which allow limited use of copyrighted content for commentary, criticism, education, and discussion. Our use is transformative, offering biblical responses, theological reflection, and practical witnessing tips to help Christians share the gospel in love and truth.

We want to make it clear: We do not intend to replace or reproduce the original works, nor do we seek to disparage their authors. Instead, our goal is respectful engagement, inviting honest dialogue around eternal questions and the hope found in Jesus Christ. All quoted content remains the property of its respective copyright holders.

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we begin a short series examining LDS books on grace—starting with Grace Where You Are by popular Mormon author and speaker Emily Belle Freeman.

Mark, Molly, and Grace engage in an insightful and honest conversation about the theology behind Freeman’s message. While the book uses familiar Christian language and offers comfort to the overwhelmed, the team highlights key doctrinal differences beneath the surface—especially regarding the LDS view of grace, the Fall, the role of Jesus, and what it means to be "enough."

This episode helps listeners understand how grace is often framed as divine assistance to become better rather than God’s unearned gift of righteousness. The team also shares strategies for gently redirecting conversations toward the true gospel, which invites us to come to Jesus with empty hands and receive what only He can give.

Join us as we explore how to meet LDS friends where they are—with clarity, compassion, and confidence in Christ alone.

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FAIR USE NOTICE:

This podcast explores published works written by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, focusing particularly on topics such as grace, salvation, and the character of God. As part of our episodes, we occasionally quote excerpts from these copyrighted materials.

We do so under the Fair Use provisions of U.S. copyright law (17 U.S. Code § 107), which allow limited use of copyrighted content for commentary, criticism, education, and discussion. Our use is transformative, offering biblical responses, theological reflection, and practical witnessing tips to help Christians share the gospel in love and truth.

We want to make it clear: We do not intend to replace or reproduce the original works, nor do we seek to disparage their authors. Instead, our goal is respectful engagement, inviting honest dialogue around eternal questions and the hope found in Jesus Christ. All quoted content remains the property of its respective copyright holders.

Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we wrap up our journey through the Five Pillars of relational evangelism by focusing on the fifth and final pillar: "Proclaim Christ Rather Than Debate Mormonism."

Mark, Molly, Grace, Charlie, Jon, and Calvin share thoughtful reflections, personal stories, and practical advice about how to resist the temptation to win arguments and instead point people to Jesus. It's easy to get caught in endless back-and-forths about Joseph Smith, modern prophets, or doctrinal differences—but what changes hearts isn’t debate; it’s the gospel.

Together, the team explores how to listen for deeper spiritual needs, redirect conversations toward Christ, and trust in the power of God’s word to break through even the hardest hearts. From real-life examples to Scripture-based encouragement, this episode helps equip you to be a witness—not a lawyer—and to proclaim the sufficiency of Jesus with clarity and love.

For more on TILM's Five Pillars, visit tilm.org/our-witnessing-approach.

To watch and listen to Pastor Mark's sermon on the Woman at the Well, please visit https://youtu.be/kp-TLWRDLW0.

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Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we continue our journey through the Five Pillars of relational evangelism, focusing on the fourth pillar: "Speak the Mormon Language."

Mark, Grace, Charlie, Jon, Calvin, and Molly discuss the importance of understanding Mormonism's unique vocabulary and how it differs from biblical Christianity—even when the same words are used. Words like grace, faith, heaven, salvation, atonement, and repentance carry different meanings in an LDS context. This episode equips listeners to recognize those differences and offers practical ways to communicate biblical truths clearly and compassionately.

Learn how to define terms thoughtfully, ask better questions, and avoid misunderstandings that can derail conversations. Whether you're talking about eternal life, the gospel, or who Jesus is, this episode helps you speak in a way that your Mormon friends can truly understand.

For more on TILM's Five Pillars, visit tilm.org/our-witnessing-approach.

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Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we continue our journey through the Five Pillars of relational evangelism, focusing on the third pillar: "Focusing on Mormon Stress Points."

Mark, Grace, Charlie, John, and Molly engage in an insightful conversation about the key stress points that weigh heavily on members of the LDS community—worthiness, perfection, forgiveness, repentance, and exaltation. Rather than debating theological differences, this approach encourages us to listen with empathy and guide conversations toward the true rest found in Christ.

This episode offers real-life witnessing experiences, scriptural insights, and practical advice on how to gently point our Mormon friends and loved ones to the sufficiency of Jesus. Join us as we explore how to turn moments of spiritual struggle into opportunities for gospel hope.

For more on TILM's Five Pillars, visit tilm.org/our-witnessing-approach.

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Welcome to another episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast! In this session, we dive deep into the foundational principles of relational evangelism with a focus on our unique Five Pillars approach for Speaking the Truth in Love." Join us as we unpack the first two pillars of this strategy: "See Mormons as Victims, Not as Enemies" and "Treat Mormons with Genuine Love and Respect."

Mark, Grace, Calvin, John, Charlie, and Molly engage in a rich dialogue about the challenges and transformative experiences of witnessing to the Mormon community. This episode offers insightful stories from the field, personal reflections, and scriptural discussions that illuminate the importance of approaching evangelism with empathy, understanding, and a steadfast commitment to sharing the gospel truth. Tune in to learn how these pillars not only guide our interactions but also deepen our faith and understanding of Christ's love and grace.

For more on TILM's Five Pillars, check out tilm.org/our-witnessing-approach.

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In this episode, our evangelist interns, Calvin, Charlie, Jon, and Grace, join Pastor Mark to share their experiences from the "At the Door" mission trip to Gilbert and Mesa, Arizona. Focusing on relational evangelism rather than confrontational debates, the team discusses their preparation, individual experiences, and profound interactions with Latter-Day Saints and people of other faiths.

The team explored the nuances of using the parable of the prodigal son as a conversation starter. This approach contrasts with previous mission trips that focused on more doctrinal discussions around Matthew 5:48. It allowed for deeper, more personal exchanges about faith, illustrating how the gospel resonates across different beliefs.

Throughout the episode, listeners will hear vivid accounts of how the interns navigated their conversations, from dealing with the challenges of door-to-door evangelism to the unique opportunities of engaging with LDS missionaries. The interns reflect on these interactions' emotional and spiritual impacts, emphasizing the importance of compassion and genuine curiosity about others' beliefs.

Key Takeaway: Storytelling has a profound power in evangelism. It allows believers to connect on a human level, fosters understanding, and plants seeds of faith that resonate deeply with those they encounter.

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