Ex-Mormon Researchers Share Experiences in Mormon Ministry

In this inspiring discussion, Christian authors and researchers Charles Larson, Marvin Cowin, Chip Thompson, Christy Darlington, Marshall Almarode, and Terry share how God called them into ministry to reach those trapped in the deception of Mormonism with the life-changing truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Each of these servants of Christ has spent years studying LDS doctrine and history — not to condemn, but to lovingly help Mormons see how their teachings differ from the Word of God. Their books, including By His Own Hand Upon the Papyrus (Larson), Mormon Claims Answered (Cowin), Witness to Mormons in Love (Thompson), and Misguided by Mormonism (Darlington), have guided countless seekers to measure Mormon claims against the Bible, following the example of the Bereans who “examined the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so” (Acts 17:11).

As these researchers share their experiences, one message rings clear: salvation cannot be earned through works, ordinances, or temple worthiness — it comes only through faith in Jesus Christ. The Bible proclaims, “For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God — not of works, so that no one may boast” (Ephesians 2:8–9).

They’ve witnessed many former Mormons find freedom and peace as they come to know the true Jesus of Scripture — the eternal Son of God who took on flesh (John 1:1, 14), paid for sin once, for all, on the cross (Hebrews 10:10–14), and offers eternal life to all who believe (John 3:16).

This conversation is a testimony to God’s grace and truth — a reminder that even in places of deep spiritual deception, the light of Christ still breaks through: “You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:32)

These faithful servants remind us that God’s Word never returns void (Isaiah 55:11) and that the light of Christ continues to shine even in places where deception once reigned.