Episode 163

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14th Jul 2026

What Can Christians Learn from the Mormon Church?

What Can Christians Learn from the Mormon Church?

It might seem strange to ask this on a podcast usually dedicated to exposing the doctrinal and historical flaws of Mormonism. But while we remain uncompromising on biblical truth, we have to ask: Are there things the LDS Church simply does better than many Christian churches?

Drawing from 27 years of ministry in Utah, pastor and host Bryan breaks down 4 powerful principles that ministry leaders and churchgoers can glean from their Mormon neighbors. From creating a "high bar" culture to relentlessly prioritizing the family, we explore how to elevate our commitment to Christ without falling into the trap of legalism.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The High Bar Culture: Why lowering the bar makes it too easy for people to walk away from the church.
  • Prioritizing the Family: Shifting the spiritual burden from church programs back to the home.
  • Proactive Community Support: Building a structural safety net so no one falls through the cracks.
  • Shared Identity: Overcoming Christian infighting to build a unified front for the gospel.

Read the full article and get the group discussion guide at pursueGOD.org: What Can Christians Learn from the Mormon Church?

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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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