Life After Polygamy: The Real-Life Testimony of Jared Larson

[@chipthompson6257]

I moved to Ephraim, UT 7 miles south of Manti in the early 90’s as a Christian missionary to the Mormons. I can tell you that everything Jared discussed is true because we were building a Christian church at the same time Jim Harmston was building the TLC (The True and Living Church of Jesus Christ of Saints of the Latter Days). We praise the Lord for his faithfulness to draw Jared and his family into a personal relationship with Himself. We know and have witnessed to many of the people Jared grew up with. Please pray for us and for those still trapped in this cult. They are dear people who are just lost sheep in need of the true shepherd Jesus Christ. THANK YOU JARED for this testimony it so encouraged our hearts.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Wow, thanks Chip.

[@carriec4443]

Chip, can I contact you? Would love to know your recommendations for witnessing to Mormons. I’ve studied Mormonism and have spoken with many LDS without much obvious success even though they’ve admitted innumerable red flags and discrepancies.

[@maryyexley1434]

I see that so many of these people are sincere. They’re just sincerely wrong. Praise God for Jared’s deliverance!

[@angeltoestats]

Ephraim is north of manti not south

[@brendagifford1707]

Hi Chip...awesome to see this interview and see your comments. I love seeing the fruit of your labor and our prayers!!

[@MB-vg8zy]

He tried hard to be an atheist, but he just couldn’t shake the fact that he was loved by God. Powerful!

[@donnat639]

Takes too much fake-faith to be an atheist. Thankfully he was given real-faith it takes to seek & follow Real Rightful Ruling Jesus. Praise God for calling believers unto Himself. Such testimonies are encouraging & needed for world to hear. Thank you Sean ❤.

[@BlueVelvetBear]

My favourite part of the entire interview was him saying that.

[@landynikole5347]

Came out of Utah mainstream mormonism back in 2005 at age 28. Took me another 15 yrs to find Jesus. Praise the Lord! Loved this testimony!

[@pnwliving4504]

A miracle, praise the Lord!

[@marygreen2672]

Have a blessed day. God is great. Praise the Lord.

[@Dan_Gleebalz]

Too much commitment?

[@Notfromhere347]

Oh my gosh! I am currently still LDS but my awakening came from reading about Martin Luther too! I’m still stuck here because my husband does not agree with me, but thank you for your testimony today. I’m sure there are more of us out there- but your story gives me hope. Thank you for your courage to step away in faith. I hope I can get there someday!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Thank you for your words. Praying for your situation right now. Praise God that He has brought you hope through a story he has written. In Christ alone. Btw, if you ever need someone to talk to, or to help you work through questions, please don't hesitate to get a hold of me. Either Sean can direct you my way, or you can find me on Instagram or Twitter. Praying for you and your family.

[@susanrobinson9805]

We follow a man as he follows Christ.seen by the true fruits of the Holy Spirit.A false leader can be more intelligent and articulate than ourselves but the Lord knows how to save us.

[@faithbelleg7465]

I learned A LOT about LDS from Mike Winger on youtube. I’ll be in prayer that your husband will open his heart & mind for the Truth. I know you’ll have to give up life as you know it but there’s only one way to God the Father and it’s through Jesus (the Way, the Truth, the Life), His one & only Son. Start reading a Christian Bible. The LDS King James Version is not the same. PRAYING for you! 💕

[@pnwliving4504]

Praying for you!

[@sandramelia3765]

Ask Jesus to reveal his Truth and light to you. No one else can show you the truth. No human or prophet. He will answer if you pray with your heart and ask not be deceived by God’s truth, light and grace. Bless you.

[@jennifermay8710]

I loved watching this interview with Jared. I grew up in Snowflake with his family. Our parents were friends. It was nice learning his journey to Jesus Christ.

[@jenndavin]

I grew up in Utah, became a Christian here, and have always loved my LDS neighbors. Pray for them.

[@teri7371]

That is so good and humbling. I really have a hard time with the deaf dumb and blind in these ridiculous cults. I wish I could be more I guess able to love them

[@amylynnhunt55]

Always have. I remember way back in Junior high, meeting a Mormon student, she didn't even know what her church taught. There are two great voices in the more political lane who are *such* good men, doing good things, both are Mormon, & I remember seeing this man who had brought Americans home from Afghanistan, and the comment section was ... awful. You know "You're going to hell! Why are you here?!" No grace. No kindness. I don't think that changes anyone's mind. Prayer does. Thank you so much for the reminder!

[@amylynnhunt55]

​@@teri7371They've been very cleverly lied to. I Imagine being born into a Mormon family, growing up that way, seeing good morals, Family Night, etc. The best lies look so much like truth on the surface. If you cannot yet love them, ask God to help you have compassion for them. I had to start at pitying people I was having trouble praying for. Then I found Wow, it's VERY hard to stay angry at people I'm praying for! So often we have to first be obedient. Then the feelings might come.

[@gardenladyjimenez1257]

Jared and Sean...Wonderful!!! Living in Arizona for 70+ years, I have had many Mormon friends. Before I believed in God, Mormon friends in high school invited me to take their lessons to join their church. In her wisdom, my mom said "OK"-provided the lessons be taught in our own home so she could be a part of them. Again, in her wisdom, she never attacked the young men or their information. She simply asked questions, asking them to further explain Mormon beliefs/practices/history. She didn't prohibit my interest in Mormonism, but she put forward a book for me to read during the summer..."No Man Knows My History." Sean...your ability to form meaningful, searching questions in a charitable way is one of the reasons I follow you. Jared...your journey may be seen as a gift from God, offered because of your desire to know Christ more deeply. And with this gift, perhaps God will open doors for your ministry to people in the LDS faith and the cults tied to them. My own journey to God and Christ was also many years in the making. Time does teach and form us. I will keep you, your wife, and your family on my prayer list.

[@reneehorton1605]

Thank you for sharing your experience. My husband & I also left a cult 25 years ago and our experiences were very, very similar. So thankful for God's amazing, saving grace!! 🙌

[@t.thompson9977]

That’s great what your last name? I know ow many in the TLC

[@Mrsleepy93]

I’m halfway through and can’t wait to hear his salvation story!! So hard not to skip through! God spared this man from so much even though he went through so much.

[@SurvivorC]

That "What If" mentality is similar to what kept me in an emotionally abusive marriage. It's very similar. Many of the patterns are similar. Thank you, Jared for your story & can't wait for your book!! Thanks, Sean!

[@narrowway4626]

We have severel polygamist Mormon compounds up here in North Idaho. I know some of their young women from work and I really feel compassion for them and want to find a way to minister to them.

[@ashleydanielson3222]

I work in North Idaho and haven’t met any. I did see a married man on Facebook dating looking for a second wife though 😂

[@Jesusdaughter59]

Amen.

[@fritula6200]

Narrowway.... Ask God in pray... ask the Holy Spirit in pray how you shld minister to these women: when you get yr answer then it will work, the Holy Spirit will be working in those woman and He will help them thru' you.

[@amandalynne9314]

What an incredibly powerful story! I am so inspired as a person raised Momon, at 14 full fledge into New age esoterism with all that entails, then 24 years later on my death bed exiting my body actually entering hell, God pulled me back, saved my life and therein showed me that Jesus Christ, our Lord is THE WAY THE TRUTH THE LIFE, and the only way to eternal life with our incredible Creator. I so look forward to reading the book. Praise God Almighty 🕊🌺🌲🌊✝️🌊🌲🌺🕊 God bless family ❤

[@gayleboudreau9355]

“If Jesus is perfect, why do we need anything else”? I love this! I would also pose this question to my Roman Catholic family. Why do you need all the traditions and liturgical rules to be considered “saved?” This interview was amazing!!

[@MHen-og1mp]

THANK YOU for having Jared on your show! His story is amazing! Such a testament to God's mercy. Beautiful! I am so encouraged.

[@libertyg4402]

Thank you for sharing your story, Jared! Everything you described about the cult reminded me so much of a Christian church my family was in for years. Charismatic leader, absolute control over his congregants' lives, couldn't question him or his wife, being told that if you left the devil would "get" you. Cults don't always look like what you think they do.

[@fletch2840]

Will definitely buy his book. I could have listened to him all day. Thank you for this interview and thanks to Jared for his willingness to share his story.

[@SeanMcDowell]

It's a great read!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Grateful to God for how he has so radically transformed my life. And with this, I have to ask myself, "How can I not share and testify to what God has done for me and my family?"

[@susanrobinson9805]

​I was reveted to your God story.God directs our path and speaks in the way we can hear,through His Word and faithful witnesses.

[@Laura-ed5kf]

@ 50:44 “That’s Jesus Christ. He’s the only perfect man that ever lived and he loves you.” That hit me hard! Great interview; thank you for just letting him talk, & I REALLY loved where he shared how we should minister to not just LDS, but ANY person w/ a somewhat-skewed perception of Jesus. His explanation here reminded me of Paul at the Areopagus: start w/ common-ground; “seek first to understand, then to be understood” as my son says to me.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Glad this was impactful on your life!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Thank you so much, Laura. Praise God he blessed you through this. Grateful for your comment.

[@jeansohnen3075]

Oh my!!! One of the most powerful testimonies I have ever heard! 😭😭❤️ Jared we are so excited for a book about your life and your testimony…it would be life changing for many! Sean you are one of the most gracious interviewers out there… I appreciate you and this channel so much! Thank You Jesus for your incredible work in the lives of these men…to You alone be all glory and honor Amen!!🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@deechaky6589]

I really enjoyed this interview! I love hearing about God's work in people's lives. I teared up with him as he was telling his road to Damascus moment. Keep up the good work Sean! Your ministry is a blessing to many people.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thank you!

[@rebeccavega6851]

This was a fabulous testimony of salvation. I love it that God used people like CS Lewis, Martin Luther, God is definitely good . I am so glad God sought Jared and found him.

[@megpierce979]

What a testimony! Thank you for sharing.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thanks for watching!

[@darrenmiller6927]

Thank you so much. Forgive me but I get frightened by Mormanism. This was so helpful. I know someone with Mormon influence we are having some struggles with. This was so helpful. This guest was such a joy, what a story!!! Just inspirational and so helpful. He really helped me relax and think practically. Great questions Sean, as usual. Sean is such a great guide at walking through scary stuff. He thinks so practically and is so thoughtful, compassionate, and calm. Thank you for this! I could read this guys book, such a gentle soul. I think that may be the perfect place for me to start learning about our Morman friends and to start facing down my fear. One of the best podcasts on utube. I always learn here. Sean mcdowell is just terrific in my book. Much love.

[@jenniferwallace8161]

I wouldn’t completely equate what he experienced in that cult with Mormonism.

[@trinitycreek01]

Yes!!! I have conveyed that very raw cry to God. I can't take this anymore you must provide the way and I will go. Our broken brains tell us lies and create situations that scare us and keep us from God. I am so thankful for your testimony!! Book yes. Please!!! May God bless you and keep you!!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Thank you so much, Mary. Praise God!

[@valeried7210]

I gotta say that I cried hard when he was talking about his sense of God's love for him and seeing an atheist/evolutionary worldview just doesn't make sense. I really think that those of us who grow up as Christians need the reminder about Christ's righteousness every week. Studying Mormonism is a good way to really search the Bible and understand how it's all about Jesus and what he did and not what we do. It has blessed me. Thank you so much for sharing! I definitely want to read the book.

[@kerstinklenovsky239]

You are 100 % right.

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Thank you, Valerie. I am grateful for your comment. So much of how Jesus challenges who we are in this world, applies just as much to who we are as Christians, as it did to who I was as a Mormon. So many identities we have in this world instinctively try to take hostage our primary identity in Christ. They seek to consume our worldview. But in knowing Jesus and seeing Jesus and remembering who He really is and what He has done, this brings us into a sense that as Christians, we should never be defined by who we are in this world, but by who we are in Him. This is where our self-worth lies, no matter our circumstance. Praise God!

[@valeried7210]

@@jaredlisalarson3565 your reply made me think of "your life is hidden with Christ" - Colossians 3. Thanks for the reply - it is true we always need to remember our identity. Blessings on your career ahead!

[@logic8673]

You should not study Mormonism. Study the Bible. There is a lot of doing. Everybody was working. Though by grace you are justified. By obedience you remain righteous.

[@valeried7210]

@@logic8673 studying something else led me to study the Bible more closely on specific topics. We are not righteous by our obedience, but by Christ's.

[@ruthrobertson3723]

I know your family, specifically three of your siblings, and love them a lot. I'm from Monett. I'm glad you're doing well. I've thought about your family a lot over the years and have wondered what happened to them after they left our Christian church.

[@thesavvyrose5453]

My husband and I fell in love meeting/evangelizing the LDS missionaries at our college campus (we were both already Christians lol just were both convicted to share with them about Jesus

[@SeanMcDowell]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@Charity-vm4bt]

@SeanMcDowell And to The Savvy Rose, I would sure like to know how to pray family members out of LDS and what goes on to make them not be able to meet the true Lord. Intervention is needed but I don't know why nor why more Christians don't intervene. It is heart-breaking to know children are raised in this demonic faith and Christians don't seem to care 😢 I would like a short summary of what the do and say to bewitch and beguile others. Is America so messed up that this insanity looks so normal? Sad, sad. LDS is not a game.

[@ethelenehill2818]

Jared was so great in describing his challenges and how GOD protected him and his family. I also will want a copy of his book.

[@sarahpfeuffer1396]

Thank you both for this interview! It was powerful!

[@martellemostert346]

Wonderful interview. Jared is so well spoken, radiates love and the joy of his salvation is so evident. Always amazed at the Father's love for us and the way He draws us by using so many avenues and the bigger body of Christ (even from other eras).

[@donnat639]

Encouraging! Surviving a cult is difficult, painful & obviously humbling. Love how grace-filled Jared is. It is through God’s gifts: grace, mercy, peace, love, long-suffering, joy in knowing & understanding, that keeps families / people together during trials. This was unimaginable; yet, uplifting. Praise be to God for salvation of the Called, the brethren, anointed & appointed church. Amen 🌹

[@chriper77]

It must be traumatising to have to come to terms with accepting what you've been taught all your life could be wrong, and Jared conveyed this agony very well. I really enjoyed this video- so heartfelt and also informative. Sean is a compassionate interviewer, knowing when to listen and when to gently probe. I wish Jared and his family the best and pray the rest of his family will come to know the truth.

[@pearlthackray4416]

Thank you for sharing your story, Jared. Your love for the Lord comes through so clearly. I thank and praise Him for his work in your life. Thank you, Sean, for being such a thoughtful humble and respectful interviewer who truly allowed your guest the space to fully share his responses.

[@ngamendeluxe]

I was crying listening to this powerful testimony. Jesus is SUFFICIENT 🙌🏽 Sean thank you for being a WONDERFUL interviewer!!

[@PatriciaStephens-ou9hf]

Hallelujah! Thank you, Jared, for your wonderful testimony. It is so powerful, and I agree with Dr. McDowell that your book needs to be written. I will be another one who will read it.

[@rubybrauner789]

I’m so relieved your wife is saved as well. May God bless your ministry as well as your family

[@RambleChristianPodcast]

WoW! what a story! So glad to hear him and his wife are both together loving God. what a story, being saved through this. Amen. God if good.

[@rootedinjoy8821]

What a glorious story of The Glory of our Lord Jesus! So very wonderfully shared Mr. Larson…thank you!!!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Amen!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Thank you. Praise God it was a blessing to you!

[@ae_pd]

I don’t know how I missed this video coming out but it is so good! My husband and I often talk about how wonderful of an interviewer you are Sean. It is such a wonderful model for our communications daily and I often think how you would discuss certain topics before opening my mouth 😂

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thanks Amy. This is actually one of my favorites, Jared is a remarkable person.

[@marybeth4355]

I was born into and grew up LDS. I always had doubts and felt it was very cult-ish even as a child. I’m so grateful God lead me out of that church.

[@McKenzieCourtade2022]

So glad you where able to escape ❤

[@mytreasuredcreations]

Praise the Lord, pastor Jared!!! It always amazes me how God orchestrates the lives of His people. 🙌🙌🙌

[@SeanMcDowell]

Amen!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Amen. God is beautiful in the ways He works. Thankful for your comment.

[@rebeccahayhurst442]

Such a powerful story from Jered, how God delivered him, his wife and family from this cult. It truly is heartbreaking to hear how devastating being in a cult like that is. It struck me that in his doubts, he couldn’t get away from the reality of experiencing love coming from God and contrasting that with Dawkins and other peoples materials about Atheism and seeing the idea of Gods love was not there. It was really helpful for me hearing his understanding about Jesus, from a Mormon perspective, that they see him in perfection and how to use that idea to reach out to Mormon friends. As a Christian It was really emphasized to me how the Jesus that the Mormons believe in, is not the true Jesus., which is very much is true theologically, but to also understand that God is working in their lives with the understanding that they do have and how using that common point, can help open doors to more conversation instead of dismissing the reality of God working in their lives within their understanding. Great conversation. God bless Jered and his family and bring healing and restoration to all of them.

[@lancescole]

Thank you Jared for your testimony. This was one of the most powerful testimonies I’ve heard in a long time.

[@SeanMcDowell]

He was great!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Praise God.

[@drewgrant3128]

​@@jaredlisalarson3565, what a blessing your testimony is. It's amazing what a powerful influence the words and life of a good wife can be. Jared, your persistence in the search for truth is evidence of God's great faithfulness, and His love and perfection, as He worked in your life. Thanks for sharing your testimony.

[@t.thompson9977]

I knew James Well. I’ve met Jared and his family. The group is still functioning on some level but most have gone

[@alicialara17]

Spiritual warfare against evil is something we all must face. Jared, you have blessed me with your testimony. Thanks so much! See you in heaven!

[@godsgospelgirl]

Wow. It is amazing to see how God reached out to them for so long and so lovingly. This was an amazing interview to listen to.

[@BigLivingNow]

Luther's commentary on Galatians was written way before 100 years ago. Praise God for God leading you out of darkness to the true light of the gospel and the true Jesus. Thankyou.

[@SeanMcDowell]

It’s pretty cool he found that commentary written centuries ago!!!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Sure was! Thank you for your comment!

[@susanrobinson9805]

Luther is profoundly deep teacher but even Lutherns agree Luther wrote and did wrong to the Jews.We can judge prejudice words now so not to fall into that trap.Blessings to all who believe in Jesus name.

[@JG13212]

Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places

[@rockyridgeranch8075]

Thank you for sharing this was so good. Spiritual abuse is so real and not talked about enough. I was raised in a Christian home but there was no love of Jesus. I had to move and relearn the Bible. I got a mentor who taught truths, I was brain washed and mislead in so many ways in my Dads church growing up.

[@kimmcnatt6301]

Wonderful interview and story! I can’t wait for your book to come out. God is so good and you are so faithful. 🙏

[@SeanMcDowell]

If you're talking about me it already came out! Check out my website for it.

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Thank you, Kim. I am so grateful for the faithfulness of God. The way He has guided us through the last two decades, from doubt and fear into faith in Him alone, absolutely magnifies his faithfulness to me. It's because of witnessing his absolute faithfulness, that I am compelled to speak in faithfulness to His abiding work of love in my life. It's not by my doing, but by His alone. Praise God!

[@kimmcnatt6301]

@@SeanMcDowell thanks but I was speaking about Jared’s book. Haha

[@kelsey1728]

This was so powerful. Thank you so much for this interview! Wow!!! I love the focus on Jesus!!!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@denisegregory2307]

Such an interesting and inspiring interview! Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@meganotofthisworld]

What a wonderful testimony! Thank you for this video. God bless you all.

[@SeanMcDowell]

It's a great testimony

[@phyllislovelace8151]

Thank you so much for sharing your testimony with us and to you Dr Sean for drawing this to our attention. Bless you both.

[@glendatuling2123]

Wow! Great testimony! Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to the book.

[@evelynmcclure9199]

Sean I absolutely love your channel and your interviews. You are an elegant interviewer and add so much value when you speak in between questions . Thank you for all you do! You’re a great teacher!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thank you! I'm glad you watch and enjoy the videos!

[@Chenzo-sb6zu]

Thanks Sean and Jared for a very interesting discussion.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@ArmOr_of_the_Alpha_and_Omega]

That was the first time I felt engaged enough to sit through over an hour of speaking. Truly inspirational testimony. Thank you for sharing. I definitely want to read that book.

[@Mercurychyld1]

What an awesome story, wow. Please have him back on. God bless! 😌🌹🙏🏽

[@SeanMcDowell]

I might have to!

[@crownpoint9]

Praise God that He drew you out. And good for you staying true to what you did know. I love CSLewis. The books that helped me were: The Great Divorce, The Abolition of Man, That Hideous Strength. You inspire me to dig deeper.

[@lisawyatt6397]

This was a really good testimony, I wouldn't have minded if ya'll went for another hour.

[@SeanMcDowell]

We might have to do it again!

[@elaineferguson6525]

I sure agree with the others who expressed appreciation for the fact that you, Sean, (as the interviewer) let Jared speak without continual interruptions! Thank you for this!

[@termar3000]

Thank you for stepping out and sharing. I appreciated your advice on how to reach those in the LDS church. I am in the Midwest working with many staff that are in the LDS church, a couple of them directly on my team. I struggle with knowing how to best reach them in love and share truth without offending them.

[@nancylee1625]

Jared you have a powerful testimony and a beautiful spirit. Thank you for sharing your life and the change Jesus Christ made is obvious. I give the Lord praise for your conversion. Blessings to you and your family.

[@mandwandwe73]

What a captivating testimony of a man seeking God.

[@informationaboutgod3114]

Great story. Thanks for posting.

[@kristencobb230]

What a lovely, strong man. So inspiring ❤️🙏🏻

[@iw9338]

My goodness so much they go through.😮 Praying for all LDS. 🙏🙏

[@letuwa]

Part 2 please!!

[@SeanMcDowell]

I've gotten a couple of these, I might have to do that in the future.

[@grannysquareswagonwheels2604]

Very interesting, thank you to Jared for sharing his story.

[@SeanMcDowell]

He was a great guest to have

[@nancywatson9084]

Yes! I want to hear Part 2 of Jared’s beautiful journey. Thank you for this amazing interview. God bless you all.

[@ritastevenson5639]

So many similarities in how I felt as a Jehovah's Witnesses (from 9 yrs old till 43) living with the End "right around the corner"! I think Jared is spot on about how to approach Mormons but ALSO JWs. If you can have common ground about Christ then show them who he is and what he did (full atonement), it will crush the need for their hierarchy (the Governing Body) bc who could be better than Jesus?? Will definitely try this and teach it to those in my church. Please pray for current JWs all over to be given hearts of flesh and come out of that darkness. 🙏🏻

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

I love this. I am so grateful you can relate and understand where I am coming from. Thank you, Rita.

[@susanrobinson9805]

Mormans and jw come to the door.I try to speak kindly what the Holy Spirit wants me to say because I know they have been taught rebuttals against every opposing scripture.Our witness and words have to be true to ever make a difference.

[@SpanishwithNeena]

This was amazing! Praise God for His unchanging love.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Amen!

[@biddiemutter3481]

Thank you Pastor Larson, and congratulations!

[@michelle_c2345]

Sean thanks for doing this very interesting interview. And of course you’re a wealth of biblical knowledge too. But i spend most times listing to sermons so this is a nice change. Thanks for not talking too much like other interviewers do to their guests lol. You were perfect! God bless you.

[@ChildofGod98765]

Amen! God is always testing us his purpose is to prove that our faith is real. Even though I’m struggling I will keep faith, Since covid I fell on a terrible hardship. I lost my job for declining the vaccine. I declined due to my health conditions. I suffer from lupus, and heart disease. I’m now waitressing but not making nearly enough to get by. I’m a single mom, my husband died suddenly years ago. I’m all alone. My children are autistic and non verbal, I’m overwhelmed. I recently started homeschooling them because they were having so many issues in school including bullying. Please pray for me. I’m struggling to pay rent, struggling to buying groceries, struggling to afford the tools I need to homeschool my sons. I WANT TO GIVE UP! But I TRUST in you JESUS. Even as I struggle providing for my children. I will keep faith in God. Faith over fear. Lord hear my prayers. I don’t understand why I’m going through this hardship for so long but I trust you LORD!

[@nobodysbaby5048]

One suggestion, you might check w any local autism organizations for any suggestions/support available to you. Do your best.

[@Cool-Aid5564]

Just take good care of those little lives in your hands as well as you can. God will be a blessing to you I'm sure. Go to your neighborhood church and get your children involved.

[@kathycasey9521]

As a widow with 2 autistic children, you should be eligible for help from the government. If you haven’t pursued that option, please contact the social security agency today! Please know I am praying for you today they God will help you with all your needs. My heart goes out to you….

[@alisonwestermann1875]

Fascinating podcast, thank you for sharing.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Of course glad you enjoyed

[@scottfranson4215]

Dr.Sean Your family & Friends must be very Proud of You. Great interview`s.

[@kimo2021]

Amazing story! Thanks so much for sharing this!

[@heidifritz3053]

What a compelling story! It’s wonderful to hear how Tolkien and CS Lewis and Martin Luther made a huge on your spiritual transformation, in conjunction with the word of God. It seems to be the trend lately to deconstruct, to leave religion all together so it’s encouraging the you were compelled to seek God's guidance through all of this. I will read your book!!

[@mugglescakesniffer3943]

This was a great video I had fun discoursing in the live chat.

[@SeanMcDowell]

That's good to hear!

[@northshore1000]

This man’s story is unbelievable. Lord bless him!

[@wiltedblonde]

Thank you so very much for telling your story and for speaking God’s Word!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Of course glad you enjoyed!

[@joyceelmer131]

Most excellent interview. God bless him and his family❤🙏🏻✝️

[@bonnielucas3244]

I studied all of this fundamental Mormon stuff for 8 years. The people believe they are working for God, so they will do just about anything. Same convictions as with other cults. I heard again and again during my "interest years" that at manti, many families were breaking up. The mind develops a strong "drug" of conviction and fear which allows them to endure the craziness. This is in every cult to one degree or another, just different requirements

[@jeffrodrequez]

Reminds me a of a show on Hulu called Under the Banner of Heaven (based on a book), centered around a cult in Mormonism that followed similar rules. Very interesting interview, thanks for doing it Sean. Love your channel!

[@Selahsmum]

What a beautiful testomony of God's goodness. May the Lord continue to bless Jared and his family and ministry.

[@falynns.974]

This was so interesting & just such a testimony to God’s power. Thoroughly enjoyed it, thanks Sean!

[@PaDutchRunner]

Literally the same haircut! Well done!

[@SeanMcDowell]

That’s wasn’t planned, but I noticed that too 😂😜

[@ellenchapman9981]

Thank you for this! God’s grace is amazing!

[@Mr.biggstrength]

Thank you for sharing this man's story

[@SeanMcDowell]

Yep! He's got quite a wild story!

[@yourstruly9448]

Wow, powerful testimony thanks for sharing Jared!

[@ritaklassen5203]

What a wonderful story of hope and God’s redemptive grace! Yes God can!!!

[@deevanderheiden]

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. This is the Best story of faith. I love your smile. God's love truly shines through you. I love how you left in love. Thank you for specifics on how to spread the truth of Jesus.

[@pilarskifamily899]

Thank you Jared and Sean. ❤

[@Indorm]

What a beautiful story, thank you!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thanks!

[@deion312]

Great video!!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@deion312]

@@SeanMcDowell Sean!!! Thanks

[@nildameers3772]

Amazing! Jesus only is the cornerstone, the Truth the way and light to the father!

[@jaredlisalarson3565]

Amen. Thank you.

[@ChristianCareerJoy]

Wow, thank you for sharing your testimony, please do write your book honouring God!

[@ruthrose2555]

He brought you through because of your yearning and wanting the truth. Great reminder of allowing God to work in our life but with His timing while searching scripture with prayer.

[@janicephillips6813]

We live in a muslim place and what Jared said about Jesus and building bridges with people over the perfection of Jesus stood out to me as the appeal to Muslims as well. Islam teaches that Jesus was perfect, born of a virgin and will come again. Building on what we have in common seems so wise. Thank you.