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Unveiling Mormonism
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.
Episodes
Unveiling MormonismSkull Rings and Memento Mori: Is It Biblical? - The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
Jonathan Roumie — the actor who plays Jesus in The Chosen — posted a video this week showing skull rings on every finger and calling it "memento mori." The…
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Why Do Mormons Get Into the Spirit World?
What happens when someone leaves Mormonism? For most ex-Latter-day Saints, the destination isn't atheism—it's crystals, tarot cards, and New Age spirituality…
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How Would Jesus Relate to Mormons?
If you live in Utah—or anywhere Mormons are your neighbors—you've probably felt the tension. How do you engage someone whose beliefs look so similar to…
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The Divine Council: Do Mormons Have It Right?
When modern readers open the Old Testament, phrases like "the council of the gods" in Psalm 82 can trigger immediate theological whiplash. In this episode we…
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The Evolution of the LDS Temple Ceremony (1842 vs. Today)
In this episode we take a thoughtful, deep-dive into the history, theology, and evolution of the Latter-day Saint (LDS) temple endowment ceremony. Framed…
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Unpacking the CES Letter
In this episode we explain the CES Letter—an 84-page document detailing major historical, textual, and scientific discrepancies within LDS history. For many…
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Three Keys to Everyday Victory (Pursuit 08) - The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
Tired of treating your spiritual life like a doomed New Year's resolution? In this episode, we break down why the "try harder" cycle of spiritual growth always…
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Jared’s Story: Jesus from Celebrity to God
Growing up Mormon, Jared believed in Jesus—but he describes his relationship with him as feeling more like knowing a celebrity than knowing someone personally…
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What Does the Bible Say about Baptism? (Pursuit 07) - The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
Understanding the shift from receiving God's grace through faith to actively walking out a life that honors Him. While salvation is entirely a free gift, the…
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Audrianna’s Story: The Breadcrumb Trail that Led to Jesus
"A sourdough breadcrumb trail led me right out of Mormonism and straight into the arms of the Bread of Life! It’s the hardest thing I've ever done, and it is…
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How Can I Be Saved? (Pursuit 06) - The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
What is the difference between knowing about Jesus and actually being saved by Him? In this comprehensive episode of the PursueGOD Truth Podcast, Pastor Bryan…
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Kacy’s Story: Jesus and the Checklist
Kacy grew up in a 98% LDS community in Idaho, was baptized at eight, attended BYU-Idaho, married in the temple, and checked nearly every box of a faithful LDS…
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Replay: More Evidence Against the Book of Mormon
Note: Much of the content in this podcast can be found in show participant Ross Anderson’s book Understanding the Book of Mormon The Book of Mormon claims to…
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Replay: Bullet-Proof Evidence Against the Book of Mormon
Note: Much of the content in this podcast can be found in show participant Ross Anderson’s book Understanding the Book of Mormon The Book of Mormon claims to…
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Replay: Polygamy, Racism, and Other Changing Doctrines of Mormonism
Because the LDS Church claims to be led by divine revelation, major changes in doctrine are startling. If LDS prophets are led by God, one might expect current…
Unveiling MormonismRun Away From Lust - Fight Club
We learn how to sharpen your awareness so you can identify lust before it takes hold, use Scripture the way Jesus did in the wilderness, and load your mind…
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Replay: The Sketchy History of Joseph Smith
Latter-day Saints revere Joseph Smith as a prophet of God. His role is absolutely central to the claims of Mormonism. LDS Church President Joseph Fielding…
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Step by Step Guide To Freedom From Lust - Fight Club
Today we go over your step by step guide to finally having freedom from lust Chronological Chapter Timestamps - The Missing Roadmap: Why willpower isn't enough…
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Why Pursue God? (Pursuit 01) - The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
In this opening episode of a 12-week series on The Pursuit, Pastor Bryan Dwyer, Pastor Ross Anderson, and Tracy Dwyer introduce the fundamental truths of…
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Leanne’s Story, Pt 2: Jesus Won the Race
After spending more than 50 years trying to earn God’s approval, Leanne began the difficult journey of leaving Mormonism and learning to trust Jesus instead of…
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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…
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Francis Chan’s Approach to LDS Missionaries
If you sat down with nothing but a Bible, would you ever actually come up with your current belief system? In this episode, Bryan reacts to a classic sermon…
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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…
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Are Mormons Christians?
Are Mormons Christians? In a recent viral interview, Christian and cultural commentator Allie Beth Stuckey sat down with Latter-day Saint (LDS) apologist Jacob…
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Rinsley’s Story: Hyrum Smith’s Great Great Granddaughter
Rinsley grew up with deep roots in Mormonism—even tracing her family line back to Hyrum Smith and Brigham Young’s brother. But despite her devotion, she was…
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Marie’s Story: 100 Pounds Later
In this episode, Marie shares her powerful story of how God transformed her life—from depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and hopelessness to a completely…
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"The Mormonism I Was Raised In" Feat. Brandi Bronson
In this episode, Bryan and Brandi Bronson take a closer look at the growing divide between “old Mormonism” and “new Mormonism,” exploring how teachings on…
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New Mormonism Feat. Brandi Bronson
Has Mormonism changed? That’s the question at the heart of this conversation. For many former Latter-day Saints, the answer is an emphatic yes. What they were…
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The Truth About Enduring to the End (Hebrews 12)
Have you ever felt spiritually exhausted, constantly wondering if you’ve done enough for God? In this episode, we unpack Hebrews 12 and explore the difference…
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Faith Beyond Feelings and Burning Bosoms (Hebrews 11)
In this episode, we explore Hebrews 11 and discover that real faith is not built on visible proof, emotional experiences, or religious performance—but on…
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Why We Don’t Need Modern Temples (Hebrews 7)
The New Covenant isn't a restoration of ancient temple rituals or a performance-based "covenant path," but a relationship with the person of Jesus who already…
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Beyond the Veil: Accessing God Without a Middleman (Hebrews 6)
In this episode, we look at chapter 6 in Hebrews to discover how Jesus serves as the ultimate High Priest, retiring human gatekeepers and removing every ladder…
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The Permission to Grow: Leaving Spiritual Infancy Behind (Hebrews 5)
In this episode, we explore the shift from a system where the thinking is done for you to the "solid food" of studying the Bible for yourself. Drawing from…
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Soul Surgery: Letting the Word of God Heal Your Hidden Heart (Hebrews 4)
In a culture often focused on maintaining a perfect outward appearance, the Word of God serves as a precise scalpel that penetrates past our masks to expose…
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Why Jesus Is The G.O.A.T. (Hebrews 3)
-- The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to…
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Why Did Jesus Have to Become Human? (Hebrews 2)
In this episode, we unpack seven powerful reasons for the incarnation, showing how Jesus didn’t just make salvation possible—He came down to accomplish it. --…
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Is Jesus Enough? (Hebrews 1)
In this powerful series premiere, we kick off a nine-week deep dive into the Book of Hebrews—a text that serves as "ground zero" for anyone standing at the…
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Blood Atonement and the Prophet’s Authority
In this episode, AJ and Brandi return to the studio to dive into one of the most jarring and controversial chapters of Mormon history: the Doctrine of Blood…
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American Quran: The Surprising Parallels Between Joseph Smith and Muhammad
In this episode, Bryan unpacks the striking parallels between Mormonism and Islam to show how both systems ultimately shift the focus away from the finished…
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Mormon Danites: Secret Society, Blood Oaths
This episode uncovers the history of the secretive Danite group in early Mormonism and contrasts their use of intimidation and violence with the radically…
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James and Madi’s Story: Mormon Siblings Find Jesus
In this episode, Bryan sits down with two siblings who grew up on an ostrich farm in a strict Mormon home. Their stories took very different paths—one running…
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The Priesthood—Restoration or Reinvention?
In this provocative episode of Unveiling Mormonism, Pastor Bryan challenges the very bedrock of the LDS faith: the necessity of a modern priesthood. By…
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Understanding Biblical Interpretation: Exegesis and Hermeneutics - The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
In this episode Pastor Bryan challenges the popular but dangerous habit of "narcissistic" Bible reading—treating the Scriptures like a mirror to validate our…
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Michael’s Story: Mormon Apologist Finds Jesus
In this episode, former Mormon apologist Michael Flournoy shares how debating Christians and studying Scripture to defend Mormonism unexpectedly led him to the…
Unveiling MormonismHebrews: Soul Surgery - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
Welcome back to the podcast! Soul Surgery: When God’s Word Cuts to Heal Text: Hebrews 4:12–13 (NLT) Big Idea: God’s Word isn’t just a book to be read; it’s a…
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PursueGOD 2026 Update - The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
Welcome back to the podcast! Join us this week for a special episode, highlighting the updates to our website in 2026! -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the…
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Mormonism’s Cover Up Culture
In this episode Bryan connects the dots between modern prophetic scandals and early Mormonism, exposing how unchecked authority and “new revelation” can lead…
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Hebrews: Greater Than The G.O.A.T. - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
Greater Than the G.O.A.T. Hebrews 3:1–6 Who’s the Greatest of All Time? In football, fans argue over quarterbacks. In basketball, it’s Jordan or LeBron. In…
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The Bible with an Asterisk?
When a Latter-day Saint (Mormon) says they believe the Bible is the Word of God, they aren't lying—but they are using a different dictionary. In this episode…
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Hebrews: Why did Jesus Have to Become Human? - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
WHY DID JESUS HAVE TO BECOME HUMAN? (CHRISTOLOGY 2) Last week, we began our journey through Hebrews by focusing on Christ’s divine nature. In just four verses…
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Brandi and AJ’s Story: Mormon to Atheist to Christian
In this episode, Brandi and AJ share how unanswered questions, painful discovery, and an honest search for truth led them from “grinding for godhood” in…
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Hebrews: The Seven Attributes of Jesus - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
The Seven Attributes of Jesus (Christology 1) Big Idea: Jesus Christ is not just a chapter in the story of God; He is the Author, the Hero, and the Ending…
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Brandi and AJ’s Story: BYU Mormons Grinding for Godhood
In this episode, Bryan sits down with Brandi and AJ to hear how a lifetime of devotion to Mormon exaltation turned into what they call “grinding for godhood”—a…
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The Holy Spirit: More than a Feeling
In this episode, Bryan and Layne show why the Holy Spirit isn’t a reward you earn or a feeling you chase—but God’s personal presence given to everyone who…
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The Holy Spirit: Better than a Prophet
In this episode, Bryan and Layne show from Acts and the Old Testament that Jesus didn’t set up His church to be led by “one guy,” but by the Holy Spirit—giving…
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The Torn Veil: How It Changed Everything
In this episode, Bryan and Layne explore how the Bible teaches direct access to God through Jesus, not through prophets or religious institutions, using the…
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David and the Comparison Trap - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
Comparison is the silent killer of joy. It steals your confidence, shifts your focus, and leaves you spiritually drained. In this episode, we dive into 1…
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David: The Making of a Man of God - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
In this episode of the PursueGOD podcast, we dive into the life of David to discover a fundamental truth: God’s promises always come with a process. Long…
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David: A Heart After God | The Story of Saul - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
In this episode, we kick off a 6-week series exploring the life of David, one of the most significant figures in the Bible. But to understand the king David…
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The Year-End Episode - The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
In this episode, Bryan wraps up 2025 and gives us a clear snapshot of what God has been doing through PursueGOD—and what’s coming next in 2026. -- The…