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After Eden, the flood, Babel, Abraham, Sinai, kings, and exile… the story reaches its turning point. God didn't abandon His plan for a human family. He didn't surrender the nations to darkness. And He didn't scrap creation when rebellion kept repeating itself. Instead, He stepped in. In this episode, we trace the arc from Israel's failure to the Incarnation—why God chose to become a man, how the crucifixion blindsided the powers of darkness, and what Paul meant when he said that if the rulers of this age had understood what was happening, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. We also look at Pentecost through a different lens. Those 3,000 believers weren't just converts—they were God's first wave of reclaiming the nations. Scattered among the Gentile world, they became embedded witnesses in territory long held by other gods. The Great Commission wasn't a church program. It was a cosmic invasion. And it's still unfolding. The story isn't over—and neither is your part in it. Scriptures referenced include: Genesis 6; Deuteronomy 32:8–9; Psalm 82; Exodus 19; 1 Corinthians 2:8; Ephesians 2:7; Ephesians 3:10; Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 2. This series follows the broad theological framework popularized by Dr. Michael Heiser in What Does God Want? and Supernatural. For listeners who want to explore these themes more deeply, those books are an excellent place to start.

What does God want? It sounds like a simple question—but the Bible's answer is far bigger, deeper, and more personal than most people realize. In this opening episode of a new teaching series inspired by What Does God Want?, Tracy walks listeners through the opening chapters of Scripture to uncover God's original intention for humanity. Long before religion, rules, or rebellion, God wanted a family—sons and daughters made in His image, created to live in His presence and partner with Him in His work. This episode explores: What it really means to be made "in the image of God" Why God created humanity with freedom—even knowing the cost The role of Eden, identity, and vocation in God's design How rebellion entered the story and fractured God's vision Why evil exists—and why God didn't abandon His plan How all of this connects directly to spiritual warfare and deception today Far from a detached theology lesson, this teaching lays a foundation for understanding who you are, why your life has value, and why the battle for truth has always centered on God's family. This is Part One in a multi-week series. In upcoming episodes, Tracy will explore the second and third rebellions of Scripture—Genesis 6 and the Tower of Babel—and how they shape the world we're living in now. If you've ever wondered who God really is, what He wants from humanity, or why the story of Scripture feels like a war for belonging—this series is for you. This podcast is listener-supported. If you believe in equipping believers to discern truth, leave deception, and stand firm in Christ, you can help carry this mission forward here: 👉 Support the Mission To learn more, visit: TheMormonMatrix.com Your support helps offset podcast hosting, website maintenance, and resource development so these materials can remain freely available to those seeking biblical clarity. Follow & share this episode with someone who needs encouragement.

What happens after your entire belief system falls apart? For those leaving Mormonism—or any deeply embedded religious system—the aftermath can feel disorienting, painful, and deeply personal. It's not just theology that's affected. It's identity, community, purpose, and trust. In this episode, Tracy shares her own journey of walking away from Mormonism and wrestling through the questions that follow: • Can I trust anything again? • How do I know what's true? • Is faith still worth pursuing—or is it all just belief systems? This message explores the process of rebuilding a spiritual life from the ground up—without pressure, without pretense, and without blindly replacing one system with another. You'll hear: • Why faith is inescapable—and why the real question is where you place it • How to evaluate truth beyond feelings, tradition, or group influence • The difference between emotional belief and evidence-based faith • Why spiritual disillusionment can become a prison if we stop seeking truth • How the historical and prophetic foundation of Jesus changed everything If you've experienced spiritual fallout, this episode offers both validation and a path forward—one rooted not in systems, but in truth. If you've ever asked, "What can I trust? What's true? Who am I without my faith system?"—this conversation is for you. For a deeper dive, check out Tracy's revised and expanded book Confessions of an Ex-Mormon: What I Wish I Knew When I Left the Church on Amazon. This podcast is listener-supported. If you believe in equipping believers to discern truth, leave deception, and stand firm in Christ, you can help carry this mission forward here: 👉 Support the Mission To learn more, visit: TheMormonMatrix.com Your support helps offset podcast hosting, website maintenance, and resource development so these materials can remain freely available to those seeking biblical clarity. Follow & share this episode with someone who needs encouragement.

Deception is not random—it follows patterns. In this final episode of the series, Tracy examines the tactics used by the enemy to deceive individuals, churches, and entire systems. From casting doubt on God's Word to promoting extra-biblical revelation and manipulating truth, these strategies are designed to confuse, control, and lead people away from Christ. Tracy outlines key warning signs of deception, including: • Twisting or misusing Scripture • Discouraging questions and independent thinking • Elevating leaders beyond accountability • Promoting feelings or experiences as the measure of truth • Mixing truth with error to create believable lies But recognizing deception is only part of the battle. This episode also provides practical, biblical strategies for standing firm, including cultivating a love for truth, testing everything against Scripture, growing in spiritual maturity, and staying connected to a strong community of believers. In a world filled with competing voices and hidden agendas, discernment is essential. The more we know the truth of God's Word, the easier it becomes to recognize what is false. As Tracy reminds listeners, the goal is not to chase every counterfeit—but to know the truth so well that deception becomes obvious.

We live in a world saturated with deception—but not all deception looks the same. From widely accepted historical myths to modern misinformation and propaganda, false narratives shape the way people think, believe, and make decisions. And if we're not careful, we can be influenced without even realizing it. In this episode, Tracy begins a multi-part series on deception by exploring how it operates across different areas of life. Using familiar examples and real-world illustrations, she explains the difference between misinformation and disinformation and shows how easily false ideas can take root. Tracy also breaks down several key categories of deception, including: • Political deception • Scientific deception • Moral and cultural deception • Intellectual deception Understanding how deception works is the first step toward resisting it. While we may not be able to avoid every instance of deception, we can learn to recognize its patterns and walk in truth. In the next episode, Tracy turns the focus to deception within the religious world and the church.