Ed was a convert to the Mormon Church at age 20. He was a member of the "Holy Melchizedek" priesthood, a "Temple Mormon" and active in many areas of leadership in local LDS churches.

A serious crisis in his life in 1975 led Ed to discover the real love of God in Christ. It was then that Ed gave his life to the real Jesus as revealed in the Bible. Once set free from darkness, Ed dedicated his life to actively bring other Mormons into an understanding of how the law and the prophets ended with the advent of grace through Jesus. It has been his heart’s cry that every Mormon be born again, redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ.

It has been through this calling and ministry that Ed has had the joy of seeing thousands of other Mormons find that same peace in Christ!

Ed is the co-author (with Dave Hunt) of the best selling book, The God Makers, which has become a classic document on the subject of Mormonism. A newly revised, updated and expanded edition has recently been released

He also co-authored the book, Unmasking Mormonism, with Dave. Ed’s book, The Mormon Dilemma, is a fictional novel on the subject and was recently placed within the Harvest House series, Conversations With The Cults, under the title, What You Need to Know About Mormons. Within that same series is Ed’s book, What You Need To Know About Masons. This book is having a tremendous impact on Freemasonry in the family and the church. Ed‘s other book, The Dark Side of Freemasonry, is a deep look under the mask of the lodges.

Ed also co-authored The God Makers II book with Caryl Matrisciana and the best seller, Fast Facts on False Teachings with Dr. Ron Carlson. Following that, he compiled his extensive research files on Mormonism and authored the hard cover encyclopedic work, Decker's Complete Handbook on Mormonism, which not only delineates the differences between LDS doctrine and Christian orthodoxy, but also gives the Christian approach to witnessing.

Ed was the creative force behind the explosive documentary films, The God Makers, The Temple Of The God Makers, The Mormon Dilemma, and worked closely with Jeremiah Films in the creation of the video, The God Makers II.

Ed has carefully researched and authored numerous studies and booklets on Mormonism and other subjects. Two of his most popular booklets are To Moroni, With Love! and The Question of Freemasonry. Saints Alive distributes his many tracts, audio taped teachings and other materials worldwide. The Saints Alive Newsletter is a monthly publication of his ministry.

Ed’s booklet, And The Word Became Flesh, was published by the American Bible Society and is a compilation of scriptures revealing the beauty, power and simplicity of the real gospel.

Ed’s years of research on the subject of Freemasonry have led him to become one of the leading Christian experts on the subject. His books, booklets, and other materials on the subject are widely distributed. His taped teaching to the Church on this subject, Freemasonry and The Christian Church, is a compelling instruction to the whole body of Christ.

Recently, Ed produced two significant teachings he has titled, "The Doctrines of Demons", where he compares the doctrines of Christ and the Apostles to those of Mormonism and Freemasonry. These two messages have taken direct hits on the core errors of both these false systems and laid them bare.

Ed is an extremely active speaker and teacher and has traveled throughout the world teaching on the defense of the faith at churches of every Christian denomination. Ed personally conducts pastor and lay-worker conferences throughout the world. His ministry extends to radio and television and he is a frequent guest on many national Christian talk shows. At home, Ed is a Care Pastor in his local church, going to hospitals and homes to pray for the sick, working in the ministry to the men of the church, counseling and encouraging the body of Christ.

Ed mixes his deep knowledge with inner warmth of Christ’s love, an inner peace that comes from knowing that he is covered by the blood of Jesus Christ shed on the Cross of Calvary. Having once been lost, his zeal for souls is the primary force behind his commitment and life’s work.

If you want to know the real differences between Mormonism and Christianity or the hidden dangers of Freemasonry to the family and Church, spend some time at the Saints Alive Web Site. The invitation is open to all, Christian, Mormon and Freemason alike!