In this eye-opening video, former Mormon Marvin Cowan shares the pivotal question that transformed his life: Is salvation found in a religious organization, or in Jesus Christ alone? For many in the LDS Church, joining the Church and participating in its ordinances is taught as essential for eternal life. But the Bible tells a different story: salvation is a gift of God’s grace, received through faith in Christ—not through membership in any church. “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast” (Ephesians 2:8–9).
Marvin recounts his journey of leaving the LDS Church, realizing that no temple ordinance, priesthood authority, or church program can add to the finished work of Christ on the cross. As the Bible declares, “It is finished” (John 19:30), and “By one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified” (Hebrews 10:14). Salvation comes not through human effort or church membership, but through trusting Jesus alone.
He also introduces his book, Mormon Claims Answered, a valuable resource that examines the core teachings of Mormonism in light of Scripture, showing how the gospel of Jesus Christ differs from man-made religious systems. The Bible warns, “Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat” (Matthew 7:13), emphasizing that following human traditions without Christ is not the path to eternal life.
This video offers clarity, compassion, and biblical insight for anyone seeking truth or with loved ones in the LDS Church. It underscores the biblical truth that salvation is found in Christ alone, not in church membership, works, or rituals: “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved” (Acts 4:12).
