Tag Archives: King Follett Discourse

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 →

Posted in Authority and Doctrine, Early Mormonism, General Conference, God the Father, Joseph Smith, King Follett Discourse, LDS Church, Mormon History, Mormon Leaders, Nature of God, Nature of Man, Nauvoo, Prophets | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 26 Comments

In 1912 some Mormon leaders doubted both the content and reliability of The King Follett Sermon

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Aaron Shafovaloff

In 1912 some Mormon leaders doubted both the content and reliability of The King Follett Sermon. Mormon apostle George Albert Smith wrote: “Sometime ago I received an invitation, mailed from the Liahona office, to contribute to a fund for the … Continue reading →

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“The Lord is God; there is no other.”

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Sharon Lindbloom

“Let your heart therefore be wholly true to the LORD our God,” said the wise King Solomon (1 Kings 8:60-61). But for our hearts to be wholly true to the one true God, we must know who He is: Holy. … Continue reading →

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“It is the voice of a god, not of a man”

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Aaron Shafovaloff

How early Mormon leader Joseph Fielding and other Mormons responded to the King Follett discourse (April 7, 1844): “I never felt more delighted with his discourse than at this time. They said at his oration, it is the voice of … Continue reading →

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“The fulness of his kingdom” – Mormons becoming like God

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Sharon Lindbloom

On February 25th (2014) the Mormon Church posted a new article in its Gospel Topics section: “Becoming Like God.” Deseret News says this essay accomplishes “explaining the faith’s doctrine” on the topic, and the Salt Lake Tribune likewise says it … Continue reading →

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The Teachings of Joseph Smith and His Apostles

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Sharon Lindbloom

The following illustration is found in the Instructor’s Guide for the current Mormon Institute manual, “The Life and Teachings of Jesus and His Apostles, (Rel 211-12)” [The posted scan is from the print edition, page 110]. Found in a section … Continue reading →

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Moroni 8:18 — Things Have Changed for Mormons

Posted on August 18, 2013 by Aaron Shafovaloff
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“Theological Cowards and Liars”

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Sharon Lindbloom

Mormon blogger Mark Paredes does not like the fact that Evangelical Christians educate one another on the doctrines of Mormonism. In an article published earlier this week at the Jewish Journal Mr. Paredes complimented the Evangelicals “in the pew” saying … Continue reading →

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The Peculiar Splendors of Mormonism

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Sharon Lindbloom

Near the middle of September (2012) The New York Times posted an online commentary titled, “Why I Love Mormonism.” In it, author and professor Simon Critchley chronicled his experience with Mormonism (as a non-Mormon) that has spanned about 30 years … Continue reading →

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Mormons are taught how to “keep the faith”

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Sharon Lindbloom

How do Mormons keep faith in Mormonism “in a world of confusion”? Mormon Bishop Gérald Caussé (First Counselor in the Presiding Bishopric) counseled Latter-days Saints on this topic in the August 2012 Ensign magazine (26-29). His advice included: Seek the … Continue reading →

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