Author Archives: Sharon Lindbloom

About Sharon Lindbloom

Sharon surrendered her life to the Lord Jesus Christ in 1979. Deeply passionate about Truth, Sharon loves serving as a full-time volunteer research associate with Mormonism Research Ministry. Sharon and her husband live in Minnesota.

Elizabeth Smart’s Courage Within the Tragedy of Mormonism

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

Elizabeth Smart was kidnapped when she was 14-years-old. She was held captive for nine months by Brian David Mitchell, a man who believed 1) that he was a true prophet of God, and 2) that Elizabeth was to become his … Continue reading →

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Sin entered, blood formed.

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

The Mormon Church recently released an updated edition of its scriptures. One of the resources that underwent some change is the Bible Dictionary, found in the back of the LDS edition of the KJV Bible (print editions). In reviewing some … Continue reading →

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Finding Emma

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

Last week Jana Riess (Flunking Sainthood) wrote about “The Mormon Reinvention of Emma Smith.” Recapping a recent lecture by Emma Smith’s biographer Linda King Newell (co-author with Valeen Tippets Avery, Mormon Enigma: Emma Hale Smith, 1984), Ms. Riess noted that … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Joseph Smith’s First Vision

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

At the October 1961 general conference of the Mormon Church Gordon B. Hinckley said, “I would like to say that this cause is either true or false. Either this is the kingdom of God, or it is a sham and … Continue reading →

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Do Mormon Apostles Believe in the Restoration?

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

A little over a week ago (on April 6, 2013) Christopher Ralph at the Journey of Loyal Dissent blog posted a controversial memorandum written by author and historian Grant H. Palmer. The memo recounts details from Mr. Palmer’s “Three Meetings … Continue reading →

Posted in Book of Mormon, Joseph Smith, Mormon Leaders, Prophets, Truth, Honesty, Prayer, and Inquiry | Tagged , , , , | 87 Comments

Tithing Necessary for Mormon Spiritual Health and Welfare

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

On March 4th 2013 the U.S. Tax Court ruled that Mormon plaintiff George Thompson would not be allowed to consider his church tithe a “necessary expense” in regards to paying back taxes owed to the government. Mr. Thompson owes $883,000 … Continue reading →

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Did the Sun Rise?

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

The wind blew on Friday and snuffed the lamp out. The wind blew. The earth shook. Darkness settled down like a heavy, suffocating pall. Wailing and mourning and oppressive grief filled every fold. Go home. Light the fire. Think of … Continue reading →

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The Dying Christ

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

As we approach Good Friday, the Cross of Christ is on our hearts and minds. The cross, the great symbol of the Christian faith — the symbol of our hope and assurance — is not embraced by all as an … Continue reading →

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From the Mailbag (Heavenly Grandfathers)

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

Dear Sharon, Some critics say that Mormons believe that when they become gods they will have glory equal with Father. But that is simply a lie. I know that our Father will be always our GOD and we will worship … Continue reading →

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Living by the Scriptures

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

For many years the LDS Church-owned newspaper Church News included a column called “Living by the Scriptures.” This weekly column was described by the newspaper in this way: “‘Living by the Scriptures’ is another in a series of Church News … Continue reading →

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