Evidence for the Authenticity of the Book of Mormon? Many people who investigate The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encounter anti-Mormon propaganda. Contrary to what anti-Mormons would have you believe, there IS evidence supporting the authenticity of the Book of Mormon. As is the case of most of the stories of the Bible, the evidence for the Book of Mormon is circumstantial, […] (November 15, 2007, 2 comments)
Interview with a Mormon Teenager. Many who are considering joining the Mormon Church wonder what kind of an impact it will have on their families. In this episode of The Mormon Jungle, I interview Matt G., my 15 year-old Mormon brother. For many, the words Mormon and teenager bring to mind opposite and conflicting ideas, but Matt G. manages to […] (November 13, 2007)
I was raised in the Church and have recently been questionin g many things about the history of the church. I know Joseph Smith had multiple wives, but were any of them married to other men at the same time? Please tell me this is a mistake! (November 10, 2007, 1 comment)
Are Mormons Christian? Many ask the question, “Are Mormons Christian?” In this installment of “The Mormon Jungle Podcast,” Peter priesthood discusses the definition of “Christian” as well as some of the basic differences between Mormon Christianity and the other branches of the Christian tree. Many of the differences between Mormonism and creedal Christianity have their origins in the […] (October 8, 2007)
Why do some in the church feel that somehow if we were livin g the Gospel correctly we would not need modern medicine, in spite of the numerous references to modern medicine playing such an important role in health and healing among the saints and leaders in conjunction with Priesthood blessings? (September 25, 2007, 5 comments)
September Dawn and the Mountain Meadows Massacre. September Dawn, a recent movie by director Christopher Cain, fictionalizes the terrible tragedy known as the Mountain Meadows Massacre. The Arizona Daily Star recently proclaimed, “[September Dawn] can’t shake the implication that it’s some sort of attack piece on the Mormon religion.” In this the first episode of “The Mormon Jungle,” “Peter Priesthood” and “Molly […] (August 31, 2007)
I barely know the basics of the Mormon faith so I apologize for articulating a belief wrong if I do so in my question. I was wondering about the belief that God was a man in a previous life and on a different earth. Did this man become glorified and is now the God of […] (August 17, 2007, 4 comments)
Things I Know to be True. I am Jerry Wayne Anderson and these are some of the things that I know to be absolutely true. I know that Heavenly Father hears all of my prayers and answers every single one. I know that we are all Heavenly Father’s children. I know that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are so close to […] (January 1, 1970)
I’m LDS – but I Wasn’t Always. I’m a Mormon – but I wasn’t always one. I was raised in a home where my parents didn’t think much of religion or Jesus. But when I think about my youth – I can’t remember a time when I didn’t know God. I have always known him. I have always felt his spirit and […] (January 1, 1970, 1 comment)
Why I’m Mormon. I am mormon because I know this is the only true church on earth. I so love this gospel and I’ll do the best I can so that I can become and even stronger person than I was yesterday. I truly say that I will represent Jesus Christ to the fullest. I love my family […] (January 1, 1970)
I Know That Joseph Smith Loved God. I am so grateful to my Heavenly Father for the tesmony of God that the prophet Joseph Smith had, and now I have my testimony, because this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent. I know for sure all what my beloved brother […] (January 1, 1970)
Book of Mormon. I know that the Book of Mormon contains the true gospel of God. I know that if you read and pray carefully, God will answer your question about the truth of the book. The Spirit of God will dwell in you. I give my promise to all people that this sacred book is a blessing. […] (January 1, 1970)
A Prophet’s Testimony. Gordon B. Hinckley bares his testimony of the latter-day work. President Hinckley’s testimony. (January 1, 1970)
None. I believe the Mormon church is wonderful. Others criticize the Mormon church or its beliefs because they can be challenging at times to live. Take, for example, the “word of wisdom,” a mormon scripture that advise that one should not smoke or drink alcohol or coffee or black tea. In this sense, it’s not always […] (January 1, 1970)
Church is 100% TRUE. I have walked the path where Jesus went and have felt his pain and suffering, and now have a stronger bond and love for Him. Please fill your home with faith pictures and hyms as it will keep the spirit of the Lord in your homes. I was one of the lucky ones as I […] (January 1, 1970)
Hear my Pronography Addiction Story! How has your church life helped you to avoid such things as pornography and immorality? Being a member of the church or knowing the gospel of Jesus Christ is true has never gotten rid of all my problems. Some people believe, that is exactly what God will do for you when you believe in him […] (January 1, 1970, 2 comments)
Weirdness in Class. In social studies we are working on a project on symbolism in churches. Well I of course recommend the church. It was weird when all my fellow classmates came at me with shocked faces saying, “your mormon?” Then we started to reasearch the church and a lot of things came up about how our church […] (January 1, 1970)
Receiving the Priesthood. The other day I saw something more remarkable then anything you could possibly imagine. I both saw people receive and received myself the holy Aaronic priesthood not long ago. When I was there it was like I was staring into the face of an angel. I had my eyes closed, but it was like there […] (January 1, 1970, 1 comment)
Mormons make good Neighbors. I live in St Louis and began meeting Mormon families when the LDS Temple was built and dedicated here. Without fail, every single Mormon family I have met were “good folks.” Friendly, kind, and concerned about others. All families have problems and challenges, but it seems the Mormon families have the spiritual resources to keep […] (January 1, 1970)
So Grateful. I would like to bear my testimony. I am so thankful for the church and all the oppurtunitys it gives my family and me. I really do wonder what my life would be like without the gospel, ecspecially when we are going through such hard times right now and I pray that others may find […] (January 1, 1970)
I know a Mormon. I know a Mormon and he is extremely friendly and generous. (January 1, 1970)
Singing with the Spirit. While I was at Especially for Youth recently we got taught to sing hymns with your heart. When you sing with your heart, and actually listen to what you are singing, you are praying. Even if you dont sing good, sing loud, you arent trying to impress people around you, you are praying to God. […] (January 1, 1970)
He Lives That I May Conquor Death. I testify that Jesus is the Christ and God is the eternal and Heavenly Father I know that His true church of Jesus Christ has been restored on earth again in these latter days through the prophet Joseph Smith I know the the Book of Mormon is a sacred record of the ancient Americas which […] (January 1, 1970)
If God talks, would you listen? I’m an electronics engineers and look at things in black and white. There is no way that I could believe in things as ridiculous as a God-restored church on earth and the Book of Mormon. But, when I read the Book of Mormon and prayed for the truth, it was given to me. I–a black […] (January 1, 1970)
“Testimony” of a Practicing Catholic. Shane sent AllAboutMormons.com this letter by email, and I publish it here with his permission. It is a perfect example of the type of interfaith solidarity this site hopes to promote.I work for an organization called The Esther Foundation based out of Orem, Utah. It has been my privilege to learn about your wonderful faith […] (January 1, 1970)
Naniniwala ako kay Prophetang Joseph Smith. Naniniwala ako kay prophetang Joseph Smith sa panunumbalik ang totoong simbahan at sa panunumbalik ng totong ebanhelyo ni Jesus Christ dito sa mundo at naniniwala din ako ang aklat ni mormon na pinakatumpak na aklat sa buong mundo at naniniwala ako na may kapangyarihan ang aklat na mormon na makapagbago sa isang tao kung ilagay […] (January 1, 1970)
I’m Alive. I have a very strong testimony of the truthfulness of the gospel. I know that my Heavenly Father lives, I know that Jesus is the Christ & I know that the teachings we have learned are from them. I know that the priesthood that is held now by worthy male members is from Christ. I […] (January 1, 1970)
We don’t have 6 Wives! One thing I want to tell every one about mormons is that we dont have 6 wives. People get it into ur heads we dont have 6 wives. We respect others religion and dont care if people go to a different church all we are is another religion get that we are not that different […] (January 1, 1970, 1 comment)