Episode 67: Breaking Free: Life After Mormonism and Embracing Christ
In this episode of the Abundant Life Podcast, hosts Ben Arellano and Saso Mendez sit down with Cody Bentley, who shares his deeply personal testimony of leaving the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormonism) and discovering the true Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Raised in a devoted Mormon household, Cody walks through the inner doubts, scriptural inconsistencies, and spiritual emptiness that eventually drove him to search for the truth. That search led him not just away from religion—but into a relationship with the real Jesus.
This conversation dives into:
- The emotional and doctrinal struggles within Mormonism
- The powerful influence of Scripture and the Holy Spirit in Cody’s awakening
- Why grace, not works, is the foundation of true salvation
- How Cody’s life has changed since surrendering to Christ
Whether you’re questioning your faith background, walking alongside someone who is, or simply love hearing stories of God’s redemptive power—this episode will strengthen your heart.
Key Verse:
I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.Galatians 1:6-8
Topics Covered:
- The impact of generational faith through a praying grandmother
- Growing up with brokenness and a distorted view of God
- Addiction, recovery, and the struggle for identity
- The love of family and the importance of godly influence
- How God transforms our view of ourselves and others
- What it truly means to be a child of God