On today’s episodes of Mormon Stories, we interview Dr. Chris Thomas as we discuss his book “A Pentecostal Reads The Book of Mormon.” We begin by discovering Dr. Thomas’ religious background and perspective, then delve into how and why Dr. Thomas decided to apply his perspective to the Mormon faith.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest
06:00 Chris's Childhood and Experiences as a Pentecostal Kid
10:55 Pentecostal Beliefs and Practices, Speaking in Tongues
15:20 The Origin of Pentecostalism and Its Significance
18:05 Role and Importance of Speaking in Tongues in Service
22:08 Examples of the Speaking in Tongues Experience
25:39 Chris's Journey into the Ministry
29:24 Pentecostal Do's and Don'ts, Cultural Boundaries
31:42 Confession and Equivalent of Worthiness Interviews
34:04 Worldview and Authority of Scripture in Pentecostalism
35:08 Music and Arts in the Pentecostal Tradition
36:54 Writing a Christmas Cantata and Musical Pursuits
39:10 Addressing Sensitive Topics like Molestation in Pentecostalism
39:58 Earning Faith and Rites of Passage in Pentecostalism
43:10 Praying for the Sick and Baptism in Water
45:37 Perspectives on Dying without Being Converted
46:30 Views on Satan and Hell in Pentecostalism
47:10 Comparing Pentecostal and Mormon Claims on Authority
50:04 Pentecostal Perspective on Pursuing Higher Education
51:25 Hermeneutics of Suspicion and Historical Criticism
54:08 Learning to Discern and Appreciating Diverse Perspectives
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