Sharing the gospel with anyone who does not know Christ can feel intimidating, especially the first time. Questions often arise: How do I begin a conversation? What if I don’t know how to answer objections? What if I offend them? These concerns are real — but Jesus has already given us both the message and the example.
When speaking to Mormons (or anyone), one technique is to directly contrast their beliefs with biblical truth. At times, this may offend. But Jesus Himself said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me” (John 14:6). Truth is exclusive, and exclusivity often offends. In fact, Jesus regularly confronted falsehoods, even when it cost Him followers (John 6:60–66). He cared more about people knowing the truth than about sparing their feelings. As He declared, “Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32).
Marshall Almarode discovered this firsthand while witnessing to Mormons. At one point, he began handing out facsimile copies of the original 1830 edition of the Book of Mormon. An elderly Mormon woman compared the 1830 text with her current edition and discovered that changes and corrections had been made. She later came back to Marshall and confirmed the errors. This realization shook her trust in the reliability of the LDS scriptures.
That experience underscores an important principle: the Word of God never changes, but man-made “scriptures” do. God promises, “The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever” (Isaiah 40:8). Jesus also affirmed the permanence of God’s Word: “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away” (Matthew 24:35).
When witnessing to Mormons, Christians can use these kinds of tools — comparing editions, highlighting contradictions, and gently asking questions — to show that the LDS church is built on shifting sand. But we must never stop at exposing error. Our ultimate goal is to point them to Jesus Christ as revealed in the Bible. Paul wrote, “For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified” (1 Corinthians 2:2).
Practical witnessing techniques include:
- Start with questions (Acts 17:2). Paul reasoned with people from the Scriptures, asking and answering questions.
- Expose inconsistencies graciously (Ephesians 4:15). Speak the truth in love, not in pride.
- Always return to the gospel (Romans 1:16). It is the power of God for salvation, not clever arguments.
Evangelism may feel risky, and yes, it may offend — but truth is worth it. As Paul reminded the Galatians, “Am I therefore become your enemy, because I tell you the truth?” (Galatians 4:16). When we speak God’s Word faithfully, He uses it to convict, correct, and ultimately save.
