Mormon Stories Podcast

Lost My Pentecostal Faith Studying Mormonism - Anna Schreyer and the Assemblies of God | Ep. 1993

Feb 17, 2025
Anna Schreyer, who grew up in a Pentecostal family in Utah and spent time as a missionary in Mozambique, shares her transformative journey of faith. She discusses navigating the complexities of high-demand religious environments, detailing her questioning of beliefs as she was shaped by both Assemblies of God and the pervasive influence of Mormon culture. Anna reflects on the emotional challenges of leaving a strict faith, exploring themes of healing, identity, and the quest for authenticity in the aftermath.
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ANECDOTE

Demonic Cancer and Divine Intervention

  • Anna's family believed demonic forces in Utah attacked her with cancer.
  • They sought divine healing in Toronto, but doctors ultimately intervened successfully.
INSIGHT

Mormonism and Christianity

  • Mainstream Christians don't view Mormons as Christian due to differing views on Jesus.
  • Mormons see Jesus as created and becoming God, while others believe he has always been divine.
ANECDOTE

Sibling Rebellion and Faith Commitment

  • Anna's teenage sibling caused heartbreak by rebelling, deepening her commitment to faith.
  • She vowed never to hurt her parents similarly, reinforcing her religious devotion.
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