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The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
The official faith and life podcast for the discipleship resources at pursueGOD.org. Great for families, small groups, and one-on-one mentoring. New sermonlink topics every Friday.
Episodes
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What Does the Bible Say about Abortion?
Every human life, from conception to natural death, is inherently valuable and deserving of protection. Life begins at conception, as this marks the start of a…
The PursueGOD Truth PodcastWho Are the Seventh Day Adventists? - Unveiling Mormonism
Some modern day religions claim to be Christians...but are they really? Go through this series with a small group or mentor, and let's take a closer look at…
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The Four Types of Government and How to Be a Biblical Citizen
Should Christians get involved in politics? Aren’t we supposed to keep church and state separate? What does the Bible say about all of this? In our last lesson…
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Who Are the Jehovah's Witnesses? - Unveiling Mormonism
Some modern day religions claim to be Christians...but are they really? Go through this series with a small group or mentor, and let's take a closer look at…
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Was America Founded on Biblical Principles?
The U.S. Constitution, finalized in 1787, is a cornerstone of governance and liberty. While it does not explicitly mention God, many of its principles align…
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Is Tithing Biblical or Just a Mormon Thing? - Unveiling Mormonism
Tithing isn’t mandated by the New Testament, but Christians should be good stewards of their money by giving regularly, proportionately, and sacrificially. --…
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Conviction v.s. Condemnation
How do we know the difference between conviction and condemnation? -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you’re…
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Mormons (Cultish 02)
Some modern day religions claim to be Christians...but are they really? Go through this series with a small group or mentor, and let's take a closer look at…
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Three Reasons Baby Jesus Came into the World (In His Own Words)
Baby Jesus couldn’t tell us anything about his birth, because he was fully baby. But grown-up Jesus can. In this episode we'll look at three reasons Jesus came…
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Don’t Be Like King Herod
Excerpt -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you’re looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small…
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How Do You Know It’s a Cult? (Cultish 01)
Some modern day religions claim to be Christians...but are they really? Go through this series with a small group or mentor, and let's take a closer look at…
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First Vision Accounts (LDS Gospel Topics) - Unveiling Mormonism
Bryan, Bo and KD talk about the multiple accounts of the First Vision and the article in the Gospel Topics series. -- The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls…
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Who Were the Wise Men, Really?
In response to Jesus, the Wise Men gave him generous gifts while holding nothing back. Join us this week as we discover who these wise men really were! -- The…
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The Masonic Roots of Mormonism (LDS Gospel Topics) - Unveiling Mormonism
The LDS church released a gospel topics essay on Masonry... and the eerily suspicious overlap of Masonic rituals and symbols with the Mormon temple. Then they…
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Does God Care about Nobodies?
The angels declared the birth of the Savior, and they came first to shepherds – showing that God’s good news is for everyone, especially for nobodies. -- The…
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Best of UM: Coming Clean About Polygamy (LDS Gospel Topics) - Unveiling Mormonism
In 2013 the Mormon church released a series of four essays on polygamy (they call it "plural marriage") to try to explain away some of the more difficult…
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Are You Making Room for Jesus?
The innkeeper missed an opportunity to welcome the Savior - not because he was unwilling, but because he was unaware. What about YOU? -- The PursueGOD Truth…
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Best of UM: Becoming Like God (LDS Gospel Topics) - Unveiling Mormonism
Mormons believe in the doctrine of "exaltation"- that worthy Mormons can become gods of their own planets some day. They believe God was once like us, and we…
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Is Your Culture Keeping You from God? (Acts 17)
Welcome back to the podcast! Cultures create an environment for faith or disbelief, so today we'll be looking at the question: is your culture keeping you from…
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Best of UM: Translating the Book of Mormon (LDS Gospel Topics) - Unveiling Mormonism
The LDS Gospel Topics Essays claim that Joseph Smith translated the Book of Mormon and the Book of Abraham "by the gift and power of God". But upon further…
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Are Family Curses (and Blessings) Real? (Acts 16)
Welcome back to the podcast! In today's episode, we'll be talking about family curses...and blessings! Are they still a thing? Listen to find out! -- The…
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Is the Completion of the Bible the End of Spiritual Gifts?
Welcome to the podcast! This week, we're looking at some "fan mail" and we'll be answering the question: is the completion of the Bible the end of Spiritual…
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Are Mormons Christians? (LDS Gospel Topics) - Unveiling Mormonism
The LDS Church's "Gospel Topics Essays" released in 2013. These essays were written by Mormon experts in an attempt to explain away some of the difficult…
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Should Serious Christians Ever Compromise? (Acts 15)
Welcome back to the podcast! Today's world is full of conflicting thoughts, ideas, and problems. In this episode, we'll be answering the question: should…
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What Happens to People Who Have Never Heard the Gospel? - Unveiling Mormonism
In today's episode Pastor Bryan answers a listener's question about people who have never heard the gospel. -- The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the…
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How to Be a Biblical Missionary (Acts 14)
Welcome back to the podcast! Today we’re going to spend some time studying Paul’s first missionary journey, answering the question: What are the marks of a…
The PursueGOD Truth PodcastShould a Christian Vote for the Lesser of Two Evils? - The Men's Podcast
Welcome back to the podcast, men! We’re going to take a break from our Stormproof series this week to talk about the upcoming election and answer the question…
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Cane Ridge Revival, Church of Christ, and Mormonism - Unveiling Mormonism
In this episode Pastor Bryan does a deep dive on the historical context in which Mormonism was born. -- The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain…
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Why Should Christians Fast Today? (Acts 13)
Welcome back to the podcast, today we're talking about fasting as we continue our study in Acts chapter 13. -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button”…
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Mormon Questions: Will I Go to Outer Darkness if I Leave Mormonism? - Unveiling Mormonism
When someone leaves the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), one of the most pressing and emotionally challenging concerns is the fear of going…
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If You Keep Knocking, Will God Open the Door? (Acts 12)
Welcome back to the podcast! This week we're continuing in Acts to clarify what Jesus meant when, Matthew 7:8, he said: "For everyone who asks, receives…
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Mormon Questions: What If I Felt a Burning in My Bosom? - Unveiling Mormonism
One of the central experiences many members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), commonly known as Mormons, testify to is a feeling…
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The Trademark Qualities of an Encourager (Acts 11)
Welcome back to the podcast! Today we’ll examine a certain kind of person we see in Acts - so profound, his name still carries a reputation: Barnabas. -- The…
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Mormon Questions: Are Families Forever in Heaven? - Unveiling Mormonism
The question of whether families are forever in heaven is a central tenet of Mormon theology, but how does this idea align with the Bible? The Church of Jesus…
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Did God Change How Salvation Works? (Acts 10)
Welcome back to the podcast! Today, we're going to answer this question: Did God change how salvation works? -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy…
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Mormon Questions: Did Humans Exist Before Conception? - Unveiling Mormonism
The concept of pre-mortal existence—that humans existed before their earthly life—is a theological doctrine central to Mormonism (The Church of Jesus Christ of…
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How Can You Know If You’re Really Saved? (Acts 9:20-31)
Welcome to part three in our Salvation 101 mini-series! Today we'll be asking and answering the question: How can you know if you’re really saved? -- The…
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Mormon Questions: Do Mormons Hold the Keys to the Kingdom? - Unveiling Mormonism
In this episode, Pastor Bryan takes a deep into the Bible to answer the question "Do Mormons Hold the Keys to the Kingdom?". -- The Unveiling Mormonism podcast…
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How Does Spiritual Conversion Actually Work? (Acts 9: 1-19)
Excerpt -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you’re looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small…
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Is Anyone Too Far Gone for God? (Acts 8:26-40)
Welcome back to the podcast as we continue our journey through the bool of Acts. Today we’re starting a 4-week mini-series on salvation, and we'll be answering…
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What Are the Church’s Greatest Threats? (Acts 8:1-25)
Today we’ll look at the first part of Acts chapter 8. We’ll do a “threat assessment” on the early church as we answer this question: What Are the Church’s…
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How Did This Make It Into the LDS Articles of Faith?! - Unveiling Mormonism
In this conversation, Bryan and Bo discuss the final three Articles of Faith in the LDS Church. They touch on the changing doctrines and teachings within…
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What Do You Do When the Truth Challenges Tradition? (Acts 6:8-7:60)
Today we’re covering Acts 7, the story of the first Christian martyr. We were going to ask the question, “Do Christians still get stoned?" (haha), but instead…
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Is There a Right Way to Organize a Church? (Acts 6:1-7)
Today we're beginning a new chapter in our Acts book series, as we uncover what chapter 6 has to say about organizing a church. -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast…
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What Do Mormons Believe about the Literal Gathering of Israel? - Unveiling Mormonism
In this episode, Bryan and Bo discuss the concept of the gathering of Israel in Mormonism and compare it to the Christian view of dispensationalism. They…
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How Does Divine Intervention Work Today? (Acts 5:12-42)
We read about the way that God intervened in human affairs in the Bible. Does he still do that today? And if not, Why not? That’s what we’ll look at in our…
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Mormon Stories: The Couple Who Came for Community - Unveiling Mormonism
Chris and Beck share their journey of leaving the Mormon Church after facing the questions and doubts they had. If you came to Mormonism because of the social…
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What Is the Fear of the Lord? (Acts 4:32-5:11)
The story of Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 4:32-5:11) offends the modern reader, but it should help us to answer a timeless question: What is the fear of the…
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A Pastoral Response to the Olympic Last Supper Sketch (Acts 4:23-31)
The world as we know it is against Jesus. Because of this, we might face hard questions, attacks, and more that challenge our faith. In today's episode, we…
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When Should You Reject Spiritual Authority? (Acts 4:1-22)
Today we’ll answer the question: When should you reject spiritual authority? It was required a few times in Christian history, and it all started with Peter…
The PursueGOD Truth PodcastThe 5 Traits of an Emotionally Intelligent Marriage - The Family Podcast
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is crucial for successful relationships, including marriage. EQ is different from IQ and focuses on understanding and managing…
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Can Christians Really “Name It and Claim It”? (Acts 3)
Have you ever heard of the “name it and claim it” movement? It encourages people to “speak into existence” whatever they want, and if they really believe it…
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Take the Selfishness Test for Your Marriage - The Family Podcast
In this conversation, Bryan and Tracy discuss the topic of selfishness in marriage. They explore five areas where selfish attitudes and behaviors tend to…
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How Do You Grow a Church? (Acts 2:42)
In today’s lesson, we're finishing up our study of Acts chapter 2. We’ll look to the early church’s example to answer the question: How do you grow a church?…
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Personality Types in Marriage - The Family Podcast
In this conversation, Bryan and Tracy discuss the importance of understanding personality types in marriage and parenting. They focus on the Myers-Briggs Type…
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Do You Have to Get Baptized to Be Saved? (Acts 2:37-41)
Today as we continue in our study of the book of Acts we look at a passage that is both encouraging for its simplicity but also confusing because of how some…
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Mormon Stories: Growing Up Non-LDS in Utah - Unveiling Mormonism
In this episode, Bryan and Tracy interview their own young adult children on growing up in Utah as non-LDS! -- The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the…
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What Is the Real Gospel? (Acts 2:22-36)
Today we’ll answer a basic, yet important question: What is the real gospel? The true gospel has been hijacked by televangelists, secularist, and political…
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How do we Honor our Parents in Different Seasons of Life? - The Men's Podcast
Honoring your father and mother is more than just obedience when you’re a child. What does it look like to honor our parents in the different seasons of life?…
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Priests, Prophets, and Apostles Explained - Unveiling Mormonism
Mormons believe in one Prophet and 12 Apostles, and they think they've got 'em. And the priesthood is their thing to pass along to boys as young as 12 years…