Episode 165

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28th Jul 2026

Leanne’s Story, Pt 1: Jesus on the Sidelines

What happens when trying to be worthy becomes an exhausting race you can never finish? After more than 50 years in Mormonism, Leanne shares how religious scrupulosity, fear, and relentless rule-keeping left her anxious and caused Jesus to feel less and less important. In this episode, she opens up about the experiences that shaped her faith, the moment her testimony began to collapse, and how Jesus emerged from the rubble.

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Unveiling Mormonism
Pulling Back the Curtain on the LDS Church
Join Ross Anderson and Bryan Dwyer, pastors with over 50 years of combined ministry experience in Utah, as they take a deep dive on everything Mormon – from theology to history to culture. New topic every Monday.

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