4:20 Are Mormons saved Christians? 18:49 Was Zaccheus a Jew or a Gentile? 25:49 Was Zaccheus already saved before he invited Jesus to his home? 30:30 Is cremation biblical? 39:36 How were King David's sons priests? 43:35 Does the Jewish family line get traced from the maternal or paternal side? 45:33 How do I surrender to Jesus?

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 04/28/2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: [email protected], Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: A Discussion of Col. 1./Understanding "The Now and The Not Yet"/ Did God Test Abraham's Faith?/ How Could A Samaritan Women Call Jacob, "Her Father?"/ A Quick Primer on Faith and Works/ What About The Book of Enoch?/The Ethiopian Bible?/ Is There a Protocol for Preaching at Funerals?/ Is There Really a "Need" for One to Go To Church?/ Blacks, Native Americans, and The False Teachings of some Mormon History/ April 28, 2026

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 04/23/2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: [email protected], Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Talks with Eric Johnson of Mormon Research Ministry About an Upcoming Tour to Europe/ A Caller Asks About the Mission Field and Organizations that Witness to the Unchurched/ A Caller is Experiencing Difficulties in his Walk with God, and Wants Advice/ Is Acupuncture OK?/ Matt Discusses a New Article on Mormonism/A Look at the Illogic of Mormonism/ April 23, 2026

The sermon, centered on Matthew 7:15–23, delivers a prophetic warning against false prophets who deceive by appearing as harmless sheep while harboring destructive doctrines, emphasizing that their true nature is revealed by their corrupt teachings—what Scripture calls 'evil fruit.' The preacher contrasts the Mormon Church's foundational beliefs—such as the divinity of Adam, the equality of the Book of Mormon with Scripture, the possibility of human deification, and salvation through works and proxy baptisms—with the clear biblical truths of God's eternal nature, salvation by grace alone through faith in Christ alone, and the sufficiency of Christ's atoning blood. The message underscores that true discipleship is marked not by religious performance but by a personal, transformative faith in Jesus, and that eternal destiny is determined by one's relationship with Christ, not by merit or ritual, affirming that the Bible stands as the final, inspired, and sufficient authority for all matters of faith and practice.

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 04/21/2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: [email protected], Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Mormonism's Heretical View of The Fall of Mankind/ A New Mormon Temple Near Cincinatti, Ohio?/A Discussion of Mormon Practices/Matt's Experiences Witnessing to Mormons/ Mormonism and Baptism for the Dead/ What is Pentecost?/Communion?/ April 21, 2026

Evangelical Christians and Latter-day Saints use the exact same vocabulary, words like God, Jesus, grace, and salvation, but mean something startlingly and profoundly different by every single one of them. This episode cuts beneath the shared language to reveal two completely irreconcilable theological universes, showing that the differences are not minor variations on the same theme but a fundamental disagreement about the true God, the true Jesus, and the true gospel. If you have ever wondered why conversations with LDS friends and neighbors seem to talk past each other, or if you simply want to understand what Mormonism actually teaches compared to the biblical gospel, this is the conversation you need to hear. The stakes could not be higher, because getting these three things right is not a matter of denominational preference but of eternal life itself. (This AI generated podcast is based on sermons and teachings provided by Pastor John Samson)

Was joined by Aaron Shafovaloff of Mormonism Research Ministry (mrm.org) to discuss developments in Mormonism and to review a clip of a recent LDS discussion wherein the historic view of God is questioned by Blake Ostler, an ostensibly LDS philosopher and attorney, and others in the "New Mormonism" movement. If you have LDS friends and neighbors, you will want to listen to this one!

The sermon delivers a pastoral yet urgent warning against religious cults, particularly Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormons, emphasizing that their teachings are fundamentally deceptive due to their denial of Christ's divinity and their promotion of salvation by works. Drawing from Matthew 7:15–23, it underscores the danger of false prophets who appear harmless but are inwardly destructive, identified not by their outward appearance but by their corrupt fruit and false doctrines. The speaker highlights how these groups, despite outward religiosity and missionary zeal, ultimately reject the biblical truth that salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone, not by human effort or adherence to religious rituals. The message calls believers to remain grounded in Scripture, to discern false teachings by their fruits and their view of Christ, and to consistently point others to Jesus rather than to any human leader or system. Ultimately, the sermon affirms the centrality of Christ's deity and the sufficiency of His grace as the only foundation for true faith.

Spent the program responding to the craziness that has developed after the debate in Ogden, working through all the details. Good opportunity to discuss debates, integrity, proper use of sources, form of argumentation, etc. Also gave us a chance to discuss the rise of "Neo-Mormonism" in contrast with historic LDS orthodoxy.

The impact of the resurrection of Jesus Christ The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not merely a historical event but the foundation of Christian faith, transforming death from an end into a transition and affirming the reality of eternal life. The sermon emphasizes that the resurrection is both a fact and a profound challenge, revealing that Christ's victory over death guarantees a future bodily resurrection for believers, a coming judgment, and the ultimate triumph of life over sin and death. It underscores that faith in Christ's atoning death and resurrection is the only way to escape eternal condemnation, as the gospel—centered on Christ's substitutionary sacrifice—offers forgiveness and eternal life to all who believe. The message calls listeners to confront the uncomfortable truth of their spiritual condition, urging a personal decision to trust in Christ alone for salvation, with the assurance that His resurrection secures both present hope and future glory.