Category Archives: Mormon Scripture

Mormonism “fell a heap of ruins.”

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Sharon Lindbloom

Stephen Burnett became a Mormon in November of 1830. In 1831 he was ordained to the office of High Priest, and in 1832 he became a Mormon missionary. He was a faithful Mormon for many years, but what he witnessed … Continue reading →

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The Smithsonian Institution and the Book of Mormon

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Sharon Lindbloom

I recently came across an undated online Q&A wherein Mormon Robert Starling at the Book of Mormon Archeological Forum responded to a question regarding the Smithsonian Institution’s position on the Book of Mormon (Mr. Starling’s response is undated, but content … Continue reading →

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Mormons and the Bible

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Sharon Lindbloom

In a discussion with an older Mormon missionary, Sister G learned that I had prayerfully read the Book of Mormon but had not found it to be the word of God. In her effort to discover what obstacle stood between … Continue reading →

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Understanding James 2:26

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Sharon Lindbloom

In the course of a study on Ephesians, Tabletalk magazine discusses the relationship between a person’s good works and his justification before God. Examining James 2:14-26 (“faith without works is dead”), the magazine offers good insight into James’ teaching. Since … Continue reading →

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The Book of Mormon: The Keystone of Mormon Doctrine

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Sharon Lindbloom

The October 2011 Ensign magazine was a special issue, dedicated entirely to the topic of the Book of Mormon. LDS apostle Todd Christofferson’s article explained how to study the Book of Mormon and quoted past LDS prophet Ezra Taft Benson’s … Continue reading →

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The “genius” of the Book of Mormon

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Sharon Lindbloom

During a General Conference talk on October 2 (2011) LDS General Authority Tad Callister spoke about the Book of Mormon being “A Book from God.” Church News reports: “The genius of the Book of Mormon is there is no middle … Continue reading →

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Why I’m Not a Mormon
Today’s Top 10 List (from LDS Scripture)
Part 2 of 2

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Sharon Lindbloom

Continued… “…if ye shall deny yourselves of all ungodliness, and love God with all your might, mind and strength, then is his grace sufficient for you…” The Bible calls God’s grace a gift; but Mormonism claims it must be merited: … Continue reading →

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Why I’m Not a Mormon
Today’s Top 10 List (from LDS Scripture)
Part 1 of 2

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Sharon Lindbloom

“…king Mosiah had a gift from God…” (current edition); “…king Benjamin had a gift from God…” (1830 edition). This illustrates just one of many substantial changes made to the original Book of Mormon (the original was said to have been … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 8 and the Mormon doctrine of pre-existence

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Sharon Lindbloom

Don and Rayola Larson are Latter-day Saints who have served in various leadership roles in the Mormon Church. They have been teachers at two Church-owned and operated schools, and completed two proselyting missions. Of their mission to England, they write, … Continue reading →

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The Great Secret of The Book of Mormon

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Aaron Shafovaloff

My corny and melodramatic way of getting the word out on Moroni 8:18. Don’t forget about the first explanation video. Enjoy. I’m also releasing the new Moroni 8:18 four-step tract, which you can download here. Print it double-sided, fold it … Continue reading →

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