Introducing Christianity to Mormons

In my library are several books authored or coauthored by Eric Johnson. His newest effort, Introducing Christianity to Mormons, is a welcomed addition to his already impressive collection of informative works. Eric effectively lays out a clear and undeniable case for the orthodox Christian faith while juxtaposing it with the convoluted gospel of Mormonism. This book is an essential addition to anyone’s library.

In the apostle Peter’s first letter to the church, he encourages the saints of God, “In your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect” (1 Peter 3:15). The significance of this exhortation cannot be understated: As Christians, we are to defend the gospel, but to do so gently and respectfully. In the more than a decade that I have had the honor of knowing Eric Johnson, he has epitomized this scriptural appeal in his apologetic approach to unbelievers.

Since the inception of our continued friendship, I have been greatly encouraged by Eric’s passion for the gospel of Christ and burden for reaching the Mormon people with truth. I am humbled by those whom God has called to be missionaries to the LDS people—because I myself am a former Latter-day Saint. To the glory of God, my life was radically transformed by the power of God’s Word that was delivered to me through faithful Christian missionaries who stepped out of their comfort zone and shared the good news of Jesus with me. At that time of my life, I had no reason to consider any truth outside of my religious construct, but by the grace of God, seeds were planted in my heart that ultimately came to fruition.
 
All too often, Christians have the perception that Mormons— among others—are unreachable. It’s easy to assume they are too entrenched into their religious beliefs, and this creates in some people a hesitancy to share the gospel with them. “What’s the point?” I have heard many ask. “They will never change.” Yes, they can. I am evidence of that. But as Scripture says, “How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching?” (Romans 10:14).

I thank God for Eric’s faithfulness to the Mormon people, and for the love and compassion he displays in every facet of his ministry. It is my prayer that this book will 1) encourage Christians to lovingly share their faith with Latter-day Saints, and 2) challenge Latter-day Saints to investigate their own faith and discover the sufficiency of Jesus alone for salvation.
—Micah Wilder, author of Passport to Heaven: The True Story of a Zealous Mormon Missionary Who Discovers the Jesus He Never Knew