When I first began researching counter-cult apologetics, many of my sources came from ministries and scholars with far more authority on these issues than I’ll ever have. One such ministry was the Mormonism Research Ministry (MRM), whose printable tract, We Agree with Moroni 8:18, left a lasting impression on me.

I was blown away by the facts it presented, the clarity of its argument, and the simplicity of its core statement—we agree with Moroni 8:18. As you can probably tell, this message has shaped my own ministry.

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Before I add my own two penn'orth, I encourage readers to explore other ministries dedicated to helping those trapped in the LDS system find true faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Whether it be the works of the late Dr. Walter Martin, Pastor Ed Decker, MRM, or others, each provides invaluable insights. These ministries come in all shapes and sizes—some focus on historical evidence, others on biblical doctrine, and some on personal testimonies—but the goal remains the same: to point people to the true Christ of Scripture.

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My ministry is primarily focused on teaching the Christian alternative to Mormonism, rather than simply naming and shaming every deception and contradiction within LDS theology (though, on occasion, I will pull up a chair and have a good go at it). That being said, some topics must be tackled head-on, as they strike at the very root of LDS doctrine and have a direct impact on one’s salvation.

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When engaging in apologetics, I often use the phrase "Doctrines & Discussion", which categorizes theological issues into two distinct groups:

• Doctrines: Essential Christian beliefs that the universal Church—whether Roman Catholic, Protestant, Baptist, Methodist, etc.—has historically agreed upon and must never compromise.

• Discussion: Topics that are less clear in Scripture, open to debate among believers, and (so long as we don’t resort to medieval-style duels) don’t affect one’s salvation.

For example:

• Doctrine: The Second Coming of Christ (agreed upon as an essential tenet of the faith).

• Discussion: The timing of the Rapture (pre/mid/post-tribulation), which has been hotly debated for centuries but doesn’t determine salvation.

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My hope is that all who read this—whether Jew or Gentile, Mormon or Jehovah’s Witness—will see the sincerity of what I write. I don’t claim to be a prophet or seer, nor am I receiving new revelations on golden plates, but I do know this:

I write what is true, because—as the old school song says—

"The Bible tells me so."

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