Witnessing Christ

Jesus Is Enough: Erik's Story Pt. 2/5

What happens when your view of God is shaped by fear, duty, and distance?In Part 2 of Erik’s story, we journey with a young man navigating personal tragedy, theological hunger, and a growing desire for something more than perfectionism and pretending. After the sudden death of his father, Erik finds himself asking what he calls “the great and terrible questions”—Where did my dad go? Am I doing enough? Can I ever be worthy?Still deeply committed to Mormonism, Erik throws himself into LDS mission work. But an unexpected phone call with a bold Christian shakes his assumptions. When the man says, “That’s my Lord you’re talking about,” Erik begins to wonder: could a relationship with God actually be relational? Could Jesus belong to him, and not just the other way around?What follows is a season of unexpected curiosity. As Erik visits Christian churches, hears historic creeds for the first time, and digs deeper into the Bible, the God he once feared starts to look more like a Father he can know.Be sure to stick around for the end of the episode—you won’t want to miss Mark and Molly Parsons’ commentary. They unpack Erik’s story with insight and encouragement for Christian witnesses, sharing how grief often opens the door to grace, and how simple conversations (even the messy ones) can plant seeds that last.In this episode:What grief taught Erik about eternityHow Mormon views of Heavenly Father mirror earthly relationshipsThe impact of one Christian’s loyalty to JesusWhy biblical creeds and church history intrigued ErikWhat it means to witness with both truth and tendernessShare this podcast with your Christian friends and subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our YouTube channels!Watch Erik's full story here.

Jesus Is Enough: Erik's Story Pt. 1/5

This week, we bring you Part 1 of Erik’s powerful Jesus Is Enough story of growing up in Mormonism—and the unexpected early glimpse he got into grace.Raised by devout Latter-day Saint parents, Erik’s childhood was steeped in the culture, expectations, and structure of Mormon life. But when a classroom “cash” crisis meets his mom’s creative intervention, Erik is introduced to something entirely different: an undeserved gift that he did not—and could not—earn. What seemed at first like a questionable parenting decision turned out to be a vivid parable of the gospel’s scandalous beauty.Alongside Erik’s story, Mark and Molly Parsons offer meaningful reflections for Christian listeners. They invite us to see Erik’s journey not only as a testimony of grace breaking through but as a way to grow in empathy, understanding, and gospel-centered boldness when talking with Mormon friends. You’ll also hear how the LDS church’s increased focus on the Bible is opening unexpected doors—and how a discarded book (The Miracle of Forgiveness) signaled Erik’s growing awareness of the true message of Jesus.This episode is a must-listen for Christians who want to bridge the gap between theological knowledge and a genuine heart for those still trapped in a works-based system.Tune in and be reminded: grace isn’t earned—it’s received.Share this podcast with your Christian friends and subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our YouTube channels!Watch Erik's full story here.

At the Door Idaho Falls 2025 Recap Mark and Molly Parsons

In this episode of Witnessing Christ, Mark and Molly recap the 2025 Idaho Falls mission trip, where over 100 Christian missionaries—including 77 high school and college students—spent a week sharing the gospel in a community where 60% identify as Latter-day Saints.Rather than leading with confrontation, this year’s outreach focused on Jesus’ parable of the Prodigal Son, inviting deep and personal spiritual conversations. Mark and Molly reflect on why this shift in approach opened doors—both literally and figuratively—as they recount stories of Mormons wrestling with perfectionism, questioning their worthiness, or feeling disconnected from God. Many, like “Tom,” a temple-attending man recovering from a heart attack, or “Kara,” who opened the final door after a long afternoon of rejections, found comfort in hearing that their worth comes not from what they do, but what Christ has done for them.The episode also explores the students’ transformation from nervous door knockers to bold gospel witnesses, the cultural shifts in modern Mormonism, and the remarkable receptiveness of a hurting community. You’ll hear how even small questions like “What’s your favorite Bible story?” sparked gospel-centered discussions and led to divine appointments.Whether you supported this trip through prayer, donations, or curiosity, this behind-the-scenes recap will encourage your heart and inspire you to marvel at what God is doing in the hearts of those both inside and outside the LDS faith.Share this podcast with your Christian friends and subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our YouTube channel!Support Truth in Love Ministry here.

Conversations with Former Mormon Authors: Damien Tracy

What happens when the Mormon shelf finally breaks—and Jesus is the one standing in the rubble?In this episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast, we welcome Damien Tracy, author of The Shelf Breaker: How Jesus Drew Our Family Out of Mormonism.Damien vulnerably shares his journey from moral collapse and spiritual exhaustion to the freeing grace of the true gospel. Through legal and personal struggles, Damien attempted to regain worthiness, but the weight of perfectionism ultimately crushed him.What broke Damien’s shelf wasn’t scandal or bitterness. It was the overwhelming love of Christ and the faithfulness of Christian friends who patiently walked beside him. Hear how God used Roy and Mary, a kind Christian couple, to model friendship, plant gospel seeds, and create a safe place for questions.This conversation will equip and inspire Christian witnesses with practical examples of:What cognitive dissonance feels like for MormonsHow to become a trustworthy friend before you become a theological guideWhy patience, presence, and small steps matterHow the gospel transforms not just beliefs, but marriages, families, and identityListen now to see how God uses humble witnesses to reflect the light of Christ to those burdened by works-based religion.For more from Damien, check out our review of his book "The Shelf Breaker: How Jesus Drew Our Family Out of Mormonism."Share this podcast with your Christian friends and subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our YouTube channel!Support Truth in Love Ministry here.

Conversations with Former Mormon Authors: Brandi Bronson

In this episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast, we sit down with Brandi Bronson, author of The Journey to Jesus: Finding Christ After Leaving Mormonism. Brandi shares her powerful story of growing up in a devoted LDS family, her eventual unraveling of deeply rooted beliefs, and how she came to know the true gospel of Christ. With honesty and grace, Brandi opens up about the emotional, cultural, and theological challenges of leaving Mormonism and the radical shift that occurred when she encountered the real Jesus of the Bible.Alongside evangelist intern Calvin, Brandi discusses the pitfalls of relying on feelings as truth, the role of evidence and humility in her conversion, and the importance of asking the right questions when witnessing to Mormons. Brandi's insights will challenge and equip Christians to better understand the LDS mindset and lovingly point others to the sufficiency of Christ's righteousness.Whether you're engaging with someone currently in the LDS church, supporting a questioning friend, or simply wanting to grow in gospel compassion, this conversation is both eye-opening and deeply encouraging.Listen now and share with others seeking to reach Mormons with the true hope of the gospel.