By Their Fruits, Part 3 – Revelation Unsupported by Scripture

LDS Focus on Joseph Smith and the Role of Emotion in Faith

In a recent episode of “Heart of the Matter,” host Shawn McCraney delves into the complex relationship between Mormonism and Christianity, focusing on the persistent promotion of Joseph Smith within the LDS Church. McCraney questions the necessity of elevating Smith to such a high status, suggesting that this focus detracts from the centrality of Jesus Christ in the faith. He challenges the LDS practice of relying on personal feelings to determine the truth of the Book of Mormon, arguing that this method lacks scriptural substantiation and can lead to deception.

McCraney emphasizes the importance of testing religious claims against the Bible, which he describes as a reliable and historically grounded text. He warns against the dangers of emotionalism in religious belief, drawing parallels to historical figures who manipulated emotions for nefarious purposes. The episode encourages listeners to seek truth through reason and scripture rather than subjective feelings.

Listeners are invited to engage with the content through various platforms, including AM 820 The Truth and upcoming events like Burning Heart 08, aimed at fostering dialogue and understanding among those exploring faith.