Resources for the Battle To Reach Mormons
Brandon Cannon
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Resources for the Battle To Reach Mormons

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Introduction

Question: What resources would you recommend for someone coming out of the Mormon religion and for those wanting to start conversions for those are currently Mormon?

Answer: I respect the passion Mormons have for their religion. I wish Christians would go on a year long mission to reach others with the Gospel. That being said, they are a cult and they are not Christians. So, Let’s do this! Read below.

Here are some resources from a Christian worldview that address and critique the Book of Mormon, focusing on theological, historical, and textual concerns:

Testimony Videos

Books

  1. “Unveiling Grace: The Story of How We Found Our Way Out of the Mormon Church” by Lynn K. Wilder
    • Written by a former Brigham Young University professor and devout Mormon, this book examines theological inconsistencies in Mormonism, including the Book of Mormon, from a Christian perspective.
  1. “The Bible vs. The Book of Mormon” by Richard Abanes
    • This book offers a comparative analysis of the Bible’s historical and archaeological accuracy versus the Book of Mormon.
  1. “Is the Mormon My Brother? Discerning the Differences Between Mormonism and Christianity” by James R. White
    • White analyzes key theological differences between Mormonism and Christianity, including the Book of Mormon’s claims about God, Jesus, and salvation.4.
  1. “Answering Mormons’ Questions” by Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson
    • A practical resource for engaging in discussions with Mormons, this book critiques the Book of Mormon’s teachings through biblical theology.

Websites and Articles

  1. Christian Research Institute (CRI)

Website: www.equip.org

    • Articles like “Does Archaeology Support the Book of Mormon?” critique the lack of archaeological evidence for Book of Mormon events and locations.
  1. CARM (Christian Apologetics and Research Ministry)

Website: www.carm.org

    • Offers multiple articles that evaluate the historical and theological claims of the Book of Mormon.
  1. Mormon Research Ministry

Website: www.mrm.org

    • This ministry focuses specifically on Mormonism and includes articles critiquing the Book of Mormon.
  1. Rationale Faith Ministries

Website: rationalfaiths.com

    • Explores the lack of historical and scientific evidence supporting Book of Mormon claims.

Videos and Documentaries

  1. “The Bible vs. The Book of Mormon” (Documentary by Living Hope Ministries)
    • This film examines archaeological and historical evidence for the Bible compared to the Book of Mormon and critiques its claims.
  1. YouTube Channels
    • Melissa Dougherty: A former New Ager turned Christian apologist who discusses Mormonism and Christianity.
    • Apologia Studios: They frequently discuss the theological differences between Christianity and Mormonism.

Key Christian Critiques of the Book of Mormon

  1. Historical and Archaeological Inaccuracy:
    • Unlike the Bible, the Book of Mormon lacks evidence for its described civilizations, events, and locations.
  1. Textual Borrowing:
    • Critics note similarities between the Book of Mormon and contemporary 19th-century sources, such as the King James Bible, View of the Hebrews by Ethan Smith, and others.
  1. Contradictions with the Bible:
    • The Book of Mormon contains teachings that conflict with biblical doctrines about God, salvation, and Jesus Christ.
  1. Anachronisms:
    • The Book of Mormon mentions items (e.g., steel, horses, and wheat) that were not present in pre-Columbian Americas.
  1. Theological Concerns:
    • The concept of God (e.g., “God was once a man”) in Mormon theology is contrary to the Bible’s view of an eternal and unchanging God (Malachi 3:6; Psalm 90:2).

Action Plan for Study

  1. Compare Core Doctrines: Study how the Bible and the Book of Mormon differ in teachings about God, salvation, and Jesus Christ.
  2. Focus on Archaeological Evidence: Research credible sources that address the historical evidence for biblical versus Book of Mormon claims.
  3. Engage in Dialogue: Use resources like James White’s books to prepare for respectful discussions with Mormon believers.
  4. Rely on Scripture: Ground your critiques in Scripture, emphasizing verses that refute Mormon theological claims (e.g., Isaiah 43:10, Galatians 1:8-9).

Hope for those with friends and family who are Mormons: Don’t forget the Holy Spirit is always working. Do your best, be kind, pray like crazy. God is moving and will lead them home.

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