Interview with McKenna Denson, Part 2
Shawn McCraney previews a major announcement on Oct 30, 2018, during HOTM 2.0’s anniversary, aiming to deepen understanding of Christianity, with mixed expected reactions.
Forced Faith
Reformed Theology stresses God’s will in salvation, denying free will, while scriptural teachings and free will emphasize personal choice and autonomy in faith.
1 Corinthians 12:27-31 Bible Teaching
Shawn’s teaching focuses on transformation through the Spirit and God’s Word, promoting love and unity in the Christian community, inspired by Paul’s teachings on spiritual gifts and the New Covenant.
2 Corinthians 3:7-16 Bible Teaching
Shawn’s teaching on 2 Corinthians 3:7-16 contrasts the old law’s “ministration of death” with the New Covenant’s Spirit-led life, emphasizing internal transformation and surpassing glory.
Interview with McKenna Denson, Part 1
Shawn interviews McKenna Denson on her activism in Mormonism, covering her background, LDS Church experiences, personal disclosures, and current views, with audience Q&A.
The Stance on Women Speaking in Church
Paul’s message in 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 sparks debate on women’s silence in church, with views ranging from strict adherence to adaptable, Spirit-led interpretations.
1 Corinthians 12:12-26 Bible Teaching
Unity and interdependence in the Body of Christ, diverse gifts from the Spirit, spiritual baptism as unifying force, love as foundational, and valuing all members equally.
2 Corinthians 3:1-11 Bible Teaching
Paul emphasizes spiritual transformation over written commendations, highlighting believers as “living epistles” with God’s laws inscribed on their hearts by the Spirit.
Christian Attitudes
Shawn McCraney critiques religious manipulation, promotes individual biblical interpretation, emphasizes faith over works, and advocates for love and equality in Christianity.
No Shame
Shawn contrasts good faith, grounded in evidence and belief in a creator, with bad faith, like belief in Santa. He notes atheists have faith in no creator, urging confident faith.
1 Corinthians 12:7-11 Bible Teaching
The teaching summary highlights spiritual gifts from 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, emphasizing their role in manifesting God’s presence and love. It discusses the importance of embodying truth and love, the state of one’s heart, and the New Testament’s identification of spiritual gifts. The Holy Spirit distributes these gifts for mutual benefit, encouraging believers to use them for the greater good.
2 Corinthians 2:12 – End Bible Teaching
Paul’s journey to Troas, concern for Corinth, gratitude for ministry success, gospel as fragrant incense, ministers’ faithfulness, voluntary gospel acceptance, transformative power, warning against corruption.
Five Points of Calvinism Fellowship: Ficken Serious
Shawn McCraney emphasizes engaging diverse views, critiques misuse of scripture, challenges Sola Scriptura, and views Christianity as an art form, not just doctrine.
The Human Being
Shawn uses a flower metaphor to explain human development, contrasting rigid religious views with a modern, inclusive approach emphasizing universal redemption through Jesus.
1 Corinthians 12:1-7 Bible Teaching
Paul in 1 Corinthians 12 highlights spiritual gifts from God, warns against misuse, and stresses love. Cessationists and continuationists debate their current relevance.
2 Corinthians 2:5-11 Bible Teaching
Paul’s teachings in Corinthians focus on addressing sin, promoting forgiveness, and restoring repentant individuals to maintain church unity. He emphasizes compassion, discretion, and the importance of God’s presence to counteract spiritual darkness.
A Discussion About ChristiAnarchy with Steve Utley
Christian Anarchy blends spiritual independence from intermediaries with political anarchy in faith. It prioritizes spiritual focus over political ties, urging critical examination of actions like Bonhoeffer’s.
2 Corinthians 1:16 – End Bible Teaching
Paul emphasizes divine anointing and sealing by the Holy Spirit, urging forgiveness and restoration within the church. Shawn highlights the Spirit’s role as a pledge of salvation, advocating for faith through love and reason, not authority.
1 Corinthians 11:27-34 Bible Teaching
Shawn teaches that Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 11:27-34 emphasizes reverence, self-examination, and community unity in Communion, warning against unworthy participation.