Category Archives: Early Mormonism

Beware of false prophets.

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

In this short video (4:45) Ritch Sandford provides a solid overview of what the Bible says about false prophets. At the end of the video Mr. Sandford cites Matthew 7:15-16 where Jesus says, “Beware of false prophets…You will recognize them … Continue reading →

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This is a Test: Joseph Smith and Deuteronomy 13

Posted on November 12, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

It had been a long forty years of wandering in the wilderness. God’s people Israel were finally nearing their Promised Land. Moses’ life was drawing to a close and the people were about to enter a new way of life … Continue reading →

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Mormonism and Blood Sacrifice

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

A local TV station in Indianapolis ran a story earlier this month (16 October 2015) headlined, “Suspect harrassing Mormon Church elder allegedly had goal of blood sacrifice.” Journalist Derrik Thomas explained, “A prominent local attorney, who is an elder in … Continue reading →

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Early Mormonism in Missouri

Posted on October 19, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

In 1838 the headquarters of the Mormon Church was located in western Missouri. Mormons began arriving in this state in the early 1830s settling in Jackson County, around the city of Independence. However, trouble erupted between the Mormons and the … Continue reading →

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General Conference: Mormons told to get past Joseph Smith’s history and move forward.

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

During last weekend’s General Conference of the LDS Church (3-4 October 2015), Mormon apostle Neil L. Andersen spoke on the topic of faith, and the importance of keeping it burning brightly. He said that faith does not come by chance, … Continue reading →

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Nauvoo’s Bloody Autumn of 1845

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

Nauvoo, Illinois, the city the Mormons built, was thriving and growing in the 1840s. The population was such that Nauvoo rivaled Chicago for “biggest city in Illinois.” Most visitors to today’s restoration of historic Nauvoo will learn that fact, perhaps … Continue reading →

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Sexual Morality in Old Mormon Nauvoo

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

Sexual morality in early 1840s Nauvoo, Illinois, the City of Joseph [Smith], was enough to make most people blush. John C. Bennett, who had for 18 months been a member of Joseph Smith’s inner circle and close confidante, left the … Continue reading →

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Joseph Smith’s Gold Plates

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

Joseph Smith, the first Mormon Prophet, claimed he was divinely guided to a set of gold plates that were buried near his home in the state of New York. After taking possession of these plates, according to the official LDS … Continue reading →

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The Wives of Joseph Smith Visit Manti

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

The annual Christian outreach at the Mormon Miracle Pageant in Manti, Utah concluded about 2 weeks ago. During this year’s outreach, 34 women, dressed in pioneer clothing, each took on the identity of a wife of Joseph Smith. This was … Continue reading →

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Why Mormon Art Sometimes Misrepresents Mormon History

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

Assistant BYU professor, author, and artist Anthony Sweat created the “feature image” for a new book (From Darkness Unto Light, by Michael Hubbard MacKay and Gerrit J. Dirkmaat) that depicts the translation of the Book of Mormon. His painting includes … Continue reading →

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