The interns from Truth in Love Ministry—Caleb, Aaron, Ethan, and Noah—continue their takeover of the Witnessing Christ Podcast with the next episode in their new series, Christ in the Old Testament. As Latter-day Saints work through the Old Testament this year, this series walks alongside those readings to show how every chapter ultimately points to Jesus Christ.

In this episode, the interns turn to Genesis chapters 3–5, exploring the Fall into sin and its devastating consequences. They unpack Satan’s deception in the Garden, humanity’s loss of innocence, and the immediate effects of sin—shame, blame, separation, and death. But at the center of the Fall is not just bad news. In Genesis 3:15, God makes the first gospel promise, revealing that the Seed of the woman will crush the serpent’s head. The interns show how this promise points directly to Jesus, who comes to undo what Adam destroyed.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why the Fall is a tragic rebellion against God—not a necessary or “good” step forward.
• How Genesis 3:15 serves as the first clear promise of Christ in Scripture.
• What Scripture teaches about sin, death, and humanity’s separation from God.
• Key differences between biblical Christianity and LDS theology regarding the Fall.
• How Romans 5 explains Jesus as the Second Adam who reverses the curse of sin.
• Practical ways to use Genesis 3–5 to point LDS friends and family to Christ alone for salvation.

This episode reminds listeners that while humanity fell into sin through Adam, God immediately stepped in with a promise of redemption. From the very beginning, salvation is God’s work—fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who restores what was lost in the Fall.

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The interns from Truth in Love Ministry—Caleb, Aaron, Ethan, and Noah—officially take over the Witnessing Christ Podcast to launch a brand-new series: Christ in the Old Testament. As Latter-day Saints study the Old Testament this year, this series walks alongside those readings to show how every page of Scripture points to Jesus Christ.

In this kickoff episode, the interns dive into Genesis chapters 1 and 2, asking a bold but biblical question: Is Jesus really present in the very beginning? Drawing connections between Genesis and John 1, they show how Christ—the eternal Word—is active in creation, revealing the Triune God at work from the very first verse of the Bible.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why Genesis is not a fairy tale, but God’s true and purposeful beginning.
• How Jesus is present at creation, even though his name isn’t explicitly mentioned.
• What it truly means to be made in the image of God—and how that image is restored in Christ.
• Key differences between biblical Christianity and LDS theology regarding creation, Jesus, and humanity.
• How Genesis 1–2 lays the groundwork for grace, redemption, and the restored creation promised in Revelation.
• Practical ways to use these chapters to guide gospel conversations with LDS friends and family.

This episode sets the foundation for the entire series, reminding listeners that the God who saves in Christ is the same God who spoke the universe into existence—and that the story of redemption begins “In the beginning.”

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In this second and concluding episode on Sinner Saint: A Surprising Primer for the Christian Life, Pastor Mark Parsons is joined again by Molly, Noah, Caleb, Aaron, and Ethan to wrestle with the heart of the Christian life: what it really means to live as someone who is fully forgiven and still deeply flawed.

This episode centers on the often-forgotten doctrine of imputation—the “great exchange” where Christ takes our sin and credits us with His righteousness—and why this truth is essential for assurance, comfort, and faithful witnessing to Latter-day Saints. From there, the conversation expands into sanctification, common myths about Christian growth, and what real transformation actually looks like in the life of a believer.

Key themes include:

• Why imputation is a status, not a process—and how God truly sees us in Christ.
• How the gospel answers objections like “cheap grace” and the fear of “couch-potato Christianity.”
• Why sanctification is God’s work, not a measurable self-improvement project.
• The difference between growing up spiritually and growing down—deeper into reliance on Jesus.
• How compassion, not judgment, should define the church’s response to sin.
• Why wrestling with God, ongoing struggle, and even pain can be signs of spiritual life—not failure.

The episode closes with the comforting reminder that while Christians may be great sinners, we have an even greater Savior—and that Jesus truly is the Friend of sinners.

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In this episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast, Pastor Mark Parsons is joined by Molly, Caleb, Aaron, Noah, and Ethan to discuss Sinner Saint: A Surprising Primer for the Christian Life by Pastor Luke Kjolhaug (or as the interns say—however you pronounce it!). Together, they unpack one of the most honest and freeing truths of the Christian faith: that believers are simultaneously sinners and saints (simul justus et peccator).

Through personal stories, Scripture, and laughter, the group explores:

• Why recognizing our sin and our sainthood at the same time is crucial for understanding grace.
• How Paul’s struggle in Romans 7 captures every Christian’s daily reality.
• Why “progress” in faith isn’t about becoming sinless, but about trusting Christ more deeply.
• The difference between how Latter-day Saints and biblical Christians understand the word saint—and why that difference matters.
• What the lives of Moses, Abraham, David, and Paul teach us about God using deeply flawed people for His glory.
• How a proper view of Law and Gospel helps us rest in what Christ has done, not what we’re trying to prove.

This episode reminds us that being a Christian isn’t about looking perfect—it’s about being honest about our brokenness and clinging to the One who calls us righteous.

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In this episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast, Pastor Mark Parsons reunites with Molly, Caleb, Noah, Ethan, and Aaron to dive into the Gospel half of Law & Gospel—moving from God’s “alien work” (law) to his “proper work” (good news about a Person). Together they explore how the gospel is not advice or a checklist, but news—objective, finished, and for you.

They unpack:

• Gospel as News (not advice): The message comes from outside us and announces what Christ has already done.
• Gospel as Person: Jesus isn’t mainly an example; he’s the Substitute who fulfilled the law, bled, died, and rose.
• Gospel as Gift: Why unconditional grace offends our need for control—and why that’s exactly what sets us free.
• What the Gospel Gives: Forgiveness that’s paid for, justification that’s declared, and comfort that’s objective (not based on feelings).
• Fruits of the Gospel (not the law): Humility, receptivity, gratitude, love, spontaneity, humor, and real freedom—produced by the Spirit, not by white-knuckled effort.
• Witnessing to Latter-day Saints: Clear contrasts between “laws of the gospel” and the Bible’s announcement that “It is finished.”

Come for the theology; stay for the freedom that lets you stop performing and start resting in Christ—and then love your neighbor with joy.

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In this episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast, host Pastor Mark Parsons is joined by Molly, Caleb, Noah, Ethan, and Aaron to explore one of Christianity’s most important distinctions — the difference between God’s Law and His Gospel — and how properly understanding that difference changes everything, from personal faith to witnessing to Latter-day Saints.

The team explores:

• How the Law exposes our sin and our illusion of control, showing that “we can’t — and that’s the point.”
• The “Big L” Law (God’s commands) vs. the “little l” laws of culture, performance, and perfectionism.
• Why even good things (like Bible reading or moral behavior) can become crushing when turned into metrics of worth.
• How the Law always accuses — even when we think we’re “pulling it off.”
• Why recognizing our deadness is not bad news but the very thing that prepares us for life in Christ.

Using humor, personal stories, and deep biblical insight, the interns discuss how the Law leaves us desperate — not to destroy us, but to drive us to the One who brings life.

Next week, they’ll continue the conversation with the Gospel section — the “good news from across the sea.”

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In this follow-up episode of the Witnessing Christ Podcast, host Pastor Parsons continues the conversation with evangelist interns Noah, Caleb, Aaron, and Ethan as they conclude their discussion on Keep Showing Up: A Utah Pastor’s Journey by Pastor Scott McKinney.

Picking up from Part 1, the group explores the final chapters of McKinney’s ministry story—where theology meets compassion and the call to “keep showing up” becomes both personal and practical. Centered on Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4), this episode dives deep into how that story parallels gospel work among Latter-day Saints today.

Together they discuss:

• The cost of leaving Mormonism and the deep relational ties that make it so difficult.
• Why truth and love must always go hand in hand in witnessing—and the danger of falling into either ditch.
• How Jesus’ example in Samaria teaches us to show up, settle in, reach out, and share the good news with humility and courage.
• “Pork chop theology” and why the gospel is the satisfying feast every soul truly craves.
• Practical encouragement for anyone planting gospel seeds in difficult soil: your labor in the Lord is never in vain.

This thoughtful conclusion reminds listeners that mission work is rarely quick or easy—but every conversation, every act of love, and every prayer matters. Through Jesus’ example and Pastor McKinney’s story, we learn that faithful ministry in Mormon culture (and anywhere else) starts with showing up… and never giving up.

📘 Get the book: https://www.amazon.in/Keep-Showing-Up-Pastors-Journey/dp/1737032503

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When Every Mouth Is Silenced

In this week’s podcast episode, Missionary Mark Parsons shares a message inspired by his time at the 1517 Conference, Free Will Is Fiction, commemorating 500 years since Martin Luther’s The Bondage of the Will. Luther’s work reminds us that our will is not free when it comes to salvation—we are bound in sin and unable to reach up to God. Yet the gospel tells a far better story: God, in mercy, reaches down to us.

This sermon is based on Paul’s incredible words in Romans 3:19–28, where every mouth is silenced and the whole world is held accountable before God. In that silence, the righteousness of God is revealed apart from the law—a righteousness given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe.

Mark’s sermon, When Every Mouth Is Silenced, explores the futility of self-righteousness and the peace that comes when every excuse is quieted—not by condemnation, but by mercy. It’s a message for anyone weary of trying to prove their worth or earn God’s favor, offering rest in the grace of the One whose will alone brings life.

It’s also a gentle invitation for those from a Latter-day Saint background wrestling with ideas of agency, worthiness, and grace. This message isn’t confrontational—it’s freeing.

Listen now and be reminded that when every mouth is silenced, every heart can finally hear the voice of mercy.

Read the accompanying blog: When Every Mouth Is Silenced.

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