Speaking to an ex-mormon about what makes Christianity different!
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Recent debate in the US over the classification of Latter-day Saints in the military has renewed questions about whether Mormonism is part of historic Christianity. Michael Thomas spent 14 years as a Mormon before becoming a Christian in 1986 and now chairs Reachout Trust, a charity that evangelises to different religious groups. He spoke to Mal Pope to explain what's similar and what's very different.
Released on 26 Jun 2026
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