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Jun 71 min read

Video: Navigating the Journey

Have you left a cult of Christianity like Mormonism, the Jehovah's Witnesses, or any other high-control religious group that claims to be...

The Evidential Foundation of Faith in Hebrews 11:1 and Christianity

Mario Espinosa

Jun 46 min read

The Evidential Foundation of Faith in Hebrews 11:1 and Christianity

A couple of years ago I watched an interview with a former pastor who now identifies as an agnostic atheist. During the interview, he...

Supporting Ex-Cult Members: A Christian Church Initiative

Mario Espinosa

May 265 min read

Supporting Ex-Cult Members: A Christian Church Initiative

For a couple of years after exiting a cult of Christianity, I felt like I was walking through the "Wild West of Christianity". The church...

Navigating the Journey After Exiting a Cult of Christianity: A Couple’s Hand in Hand Odyssey

Mario Espinosa

May 105 min read

Navigating the Journey After Exiting a Cult of Christianity: A Couple’s Hand in Hand Odyssey

My Christian journey began in a Roman Catholic yet “Culturally Christian” or “Christian by label only” household, and with occasional...

Reimagining Christian Liturgical Feasts: Embracing Biblical Roots and Jewish Heritage

Mario Espinosa

Mar 293 min read

Reimagining Christian Liturgical Feasts: Embracing Biblical Roots and Jewish Heritage

In the annals of Christian history, the establishment of liturgical feasts and holy days has been a pivotal moment, shaping the rhythm of...

Colossians 2:16-17: What Does it Really Mean? Let's Discuss!

Mario Espinosa

Mar 104 min read

Colossians 2:16-17: What Does it Really Mean? Let's Discuss!

Have you ever wondered about Colossians 2:16-17? The passage reads: "Therefore let no one pass judgment on you in questions of food and...

"He Gets Us," BUT Do we "Get" Him? A Reflection on the "Foot Washing" Super Bowl Ad

Mario Espinosa

Feb 132 min read

"He Gets Us," BUT Do we "Get" Him? A Reflection on the "Foot Washing" Super Bowl Ad

During a recent Super Bowl commercial break on Sunday, February 11, 2024, a faith-based organization named "He Gets Us" captured...

Unveiling the Tactics: Armstrongism's Approach to Mainstream Christianity

Mario Espinosa

Dec 313 min read

Unveiling the Tactics: Armstrongism's Approach to Mainstream Christianity

In the vast landscape of religious beliefs, diversity is inevitable. However, within this diversity, there are instances where certain...

Navigating Through Misinterpretations: A Rebuttal of Armstrongism's Perspective on John 3:16

Mario Espinosa

Dec 5, 202311 min read

Navigating Through Misinterpretations: A Rebuttal of Armstrongism's Perspective on John 3:16

This blog post is a critical summary and rebuttal of the booklet titled “John 3:16 | Hidden Truths of the Golden Verse” written by Gerald...

Unveiling the Truth: Debunking Armstrongism's Flawed Doctrine of Jesus

Mario Espinosa

Dec 3, 202311 min read

Unveiling the Truth: Debunking Armstrongism's Flawed Doctrine of Jesus

In the realm of Christian denominations, Armstrongism stands out for its unique interpretation of Jesus Christ. Unlike traditional...

Isaiah 66, Food Laws, and the New Covenant

Mario Espinosa

Nov 30, 202310 min read

Isaiah 66, Food Laws, and the New Covenant

Does Isaiah 66:1-4 and Isaiah 66:15-17 plainly state that the judgment of God will fall on those who ignore and reject the dietary laws...

The Passover Connection: Why "Pascha" or "Passover" Trumps "Easter" in Christian Tradition

Mario Espinosa

Oct 26, 20234 min read

The Passover Connection: Why "Pascha" or "Passover" Trumps "Easter" in Christian Tradition

In the realm of Christian terminology, the word "Easter" has long held sway in describing the most significant event in Christian...

How Armstrongism Distorts the History of the Waldensians

Mario Espinosa

Oct 22, 20235 min read

How Armstrongism Distorts the History of the Waldensians

In the realm of religious history, claims of an unbroken lineage tracing back to the 12 apostles have been used to assert religious...

From Confusion to Clarity: Christian Books and Videos That Helped Me

Mario Espinosa

Oct 16, 20238 min read

From Confusion to Clarity: Christian Books and Videos That Helped Me

In 2018, I submitted a post on social media regarding resources that helped me gain much-needed clarity with Christian Theology and...

Mario Espinosa

Jan 21, 20231 min read

Armstrongism Exposed: The Playlist

I made a playlist of all the videos I think best address the subjects of Armstrongism, the Worldwide Church of God, and Herbert W....

Podcast Review: Worldwide - The Unchosen Church

Mario Espinosa

Aug 12, 20221 min read

Podcast Review: Worldwide - The Unchosen Church

This video is my review of a recent podcast series that ran from May 2022 to Aug. 2022. The podcast was created and narrated by a former...

Interview of a Former WCG/Armstrongism Pastor

Mario Espinosa

May 29, 20223 min read

Interview of a Former WCG/Armstrongism Pastor

In this video, host Dawn Blue & co-host Marc Cebrian interview 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐞𝐡𝐥 who was a former minister of 𝑻𝒉𝒆...

Mario Espinosa

Jan 16, 20222 min read

A Moment of Gratitude

I would like to share this moment of gratitude. In October of 2020, my and many of my colleague's jobs were eliminated due to the impact...

The Nature of the Godhead: Armstrongism vs Trinitarianism

Mario Espinosa

Apr 25, 20211 min read

The Nature of the Godhead: Armstrongism vs Trinitarianism

The Holy Bible was written to reveal the Creator of the universe, however, many people today do not understand what and who God is nor...

Sunday | “The Lord’s day”: God’s Teaching or Men’s Tradition?

Mario Espinosa

Jan 20, 20218 min read

Sunday | “The Lord’s day”: God’s Teaching or Men’s Tradition?

Who decided that the Christians and the Christian Church should gather to worship on Sunday? Was it God that decided that or was it men?...