Heart Of The Matter
Established in 2006, Heart of the Matter is a live call-in show hosted by Shawn McCraney. It began by deconstructing Mormonism through a biblical lens and has since evolved into a broader exploration of personal faith, challenging the systems and doctrines of institutional religion. With thought-provoking topics and open dialogue, HOTM encourages viewers to prioritize their relationship with God over traditions or dogma. Episodes feature Q&A sessions, theological discussions, and deep dives into relevant spiritual issues.
Interview with Delaney McCraney
Shawn McCraney and daughter Delaney discuss her spiritual journey on "Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO," exploring her path in Christianity amidst diverse religious influences.
Interview with Dave Bartosiewicz
Shawn McCraney hosts "Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO!" in Salt Lake City, discussing worship, events, and interviewing Dave Bartosiewitz on his religious journey and ventures.
Interview with Richard Dutcher
Shawn McCraney discusses Richard Dutcher's departure from LDS cinema, emphasizing his trust in God and humor. Highlights Dutcher's critique of shallow Mormon films and Kieth Merrill's initial criticism and later apology.
Interview with Suzanne Puckett
Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO, hosted by Shawn McCraney, focuses on worship in Spirit and Truth, features baptisms, guest appearances, and invites Facebook interaction.
Interview with Warren Puckett
Shawn McCraney hosts Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO in Salt Lake City, featuring Warren Puckett's journey from Mormonism, focusing on faith, transformation, and worship.
Interview with Earl Erskine
Bishop Earl recounts his LDS journey, doubts, and exit, highlighting the "Seventeen Minutes" event, Ex Mormon Files, and offers insights and advice for ex-Mormons seeking faith.
The Reinvention
Shawn McCraney's ministry ends "Heart in the Park" on Aug 21, 2017, shifts to social media, ends "Heart of the Matter" on Oct 24, 2017, and launches a new program on Oct 31, 2017.
Reach and Teach to Support the Few
Shawn McCraney's teachings emphasize inclusive spiritual gatherings, questioning religious norms, focusing on love and forgiveness, and prioritizing genuine discipleship over tradition.
Striking the Root, Part 6
Shawn McCraney reinterprets Satan and Hell, emphasizing Jesus' victory over sin and death, challenging fear-based religious narratives, and advocating personal faith and responsibility.
Striking the Root, Part 5
Shawn McCraney teaches that Christ's victory reconciles all to God, contrasting Old and New Covenants. True faith involves humility, Spirit-led life, rejecting pride and worldly pursuits.
Striking the Root, Part 4
Shawn McCraney advocates for personal, authentic worship, critiques organized religion, emphasizes spiritual growth over materialism, and highlights freedom through Jesus.
Striking the Root, Part 3
Shawn McCraney challenges traditional Trinity views, emphasizing personal faith in God through Christ. He advocates for scriptural understanding, love, and spiritual freedom.
Striking at the Root, Part 2
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's control, promotes individual faith in Jesus, emphasizes genuine love through knowing God, and highlights universal salvation through Christ.
Striking the Root, Part 1
Shawn McCraney stresses Christianity's role in societal peace, critiques institutional religion, promotes personal Bible understanding, and advocates for love over dogma.
Hacking at the Roots, Part 12
Shawn McCraney's teaching contrasts reliance on Christ with self-reliance, critiques institutional religious consumerism, and emphasizes a Spirit-led, individual faith free from legalism.
Interview with Larry Norris
Shawn McCraney discusses First John 4:1-5, stressing discernment of true spirits by acknowledging Jesus Christ's incarnation. He critiques atheism's logic-based beliefs, emphasizing love, humility, and patience over doctrinal superiority. Shawn urges unity in faith, addressing outdated dogmas, and engaging with younger, scientifically-minded generations. He highlights the importance of spiritual principles in youth, introducing Larry Norris as a model of steadfast faith.
Interview with Bryce Blankenagel
Shawn McCraney's episode features Bryce Blankenagel, ex-LDS turned atheist, critiquing Mormonism via his podcast, exploring his journey, church views, and atheism rationale.
Hacking at the Root, Part 11
Shawn McCraney emphasizes personal faith, authenticity, and freedom in Christ, critiques societal and religious conformity, and highlights labor unions' role against exploitation.
Hacking at the Root, Part 10
Shawn McCraney teaches former Mormons to release anger towards LDS, focus on Jesus for peace, critiques Mormonism, emphasizes spiritual over material wealth, and values open faith discussions.
Interview with Joseph Scoma, Part 2
Shawn McCraney emphasizes empathy over judgment, advocating for a personal relationship with Jesus, free from control and manipulation, focusing on love and understanding.
Interview with Joseph Scoma
Shawn McCraney highlights Jesus' transformative power, acceptance of non-opposing paths, love for non-believers, and holistic guidance for ex-Mormons to prevent spiritual emptiness.
Forty-Four Verses
Shawn McCraney's teaching on Mark 12 emphasizes interpreting scripture with spiritual guidance, discerning biases, and prioritizing love and humility over religious pretense.
No More Hacking, Part 8
Shawn McCraney emphasizes radical faith, critiques wealth-driven societal and religious manipulations, and advocates for spiritual empowerment over material wealth.
No More Hacking, Part 7
Shawn McCraney's teaching focuses on concise biblical teachings, universal priesthood, love over indoctrination, Jesus' divine communication, critiques church power, and promotes inclusive redesign.
No More Hacking at the Branches, Part 6
Shawn McCraney critiques institutional religion, advocating for diverse beliefs and a universal priesthood without hierarchy, emphasizing truth and understanding over dogma.
No More Hacking, Part 5
Shawn McCraney teaches peaceful engagement with differing beliefs, emphasizes faith and love over dogma, critiques institutional religion's control, and promotes personal spiritual journeys.
No More Hacking, Part 4
Shawn McCraney guides children to Christianity with love, critiques organized religion's power, promotes personal faith journeys, and advocates for church transparency.