Strategy for reaching Mormons: question the reliability of the 'burning in the bosom' as a source of truth, then lead them toward evidence-based epistemology.
Mike describes his personal approach to engaging Mormons who are emotionally committed to their 'testimony.'
Mike asks Mormons: 'Could this burning in your bosom be from yourself or from Satan? Is it possible?' If they admit it's possible, he then asks 'How would you know?' — leading them toward asking what evidence-based criteria they would use to validate their spiritual experience. From there, the conversation can move to scripture or the history of Joseph Smith and Brigham Young.
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Commentary: Naming as Epistemology, Not Authority
Ardavanis says: > "Adam is given the responsibility of naming Eve, providing indication of God's design of the male operating in leadership with responsibility." The text gives its own stated purpos
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