The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) has saturated urban centers with a relentless architectural monotony that’s impossible to ignore—take Salt Lake City, where a staggering 174 meetinghouses sprawl across a mere 10-mile radius, according to the 2023 LDS ward locator, often sitting less than two miles apart in a grid of predictable…
Category: Joseph Smith
Joseph Smith: The Master Weaver of Christian Threads and Fantasy
Joseph Smith: Innovator or Imitator? Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), is celebrated by his followers as a modern prophet who restored the true Christian church. However, upon closer examination, one could argue that Smith’s religious innovations were less about divine revelation and more about a…
The Hypocritical Stance on Seeking Truth: The LDS Church’s Dual Approach to Inquiry
Missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) actively urge people to engage with the Book of Mormon by reading it and praying over its contents. They believe that this practice can lead to a personal revelation of its truth through divine guidance from the Holy Ghost, which is central to…
Mormonism Unveiled: Exploring the Doctrinal Divide from Christianity
Are Mormons Christians? Welcome to a captivating journey into the heart of Mormonism, a faith often misunderstood and sometimes mistakenly lumped together with mainstream Christianity. While sharing some superficial similarities, Mormonism harbors a unique set of doctrines that set it apart from the traditional Christian faith. In this blog series, we’ll embark on a fascinating…
The Case for a Deceptive Translation of the Book of Mormon by Joseph Smith Through Satanic Influence
Case for a Deceptive Translation by Joseph Smith 1. Theological Premise: Satan as Deceiver: The Bible explicitly portrays Satan as the “father of lies” in John 8:44, where Jesus says, “You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does…
The Evolution of the Book of Mormon Introduction: A Response to Digital Scrutiny and Historical Reevaluation
Out with the “Old” … in with the new: God is your Heavenly Father. He loves you, and there is so much He wants to teach you. He wants you to understand the purpose of your life. He wants to guide you back to His presence. Part of His plan for doing all that was…
Acknowledging Senator Mitt Romney’s Service While Addressing Concerns from a Fundamental Christian Perspective
In this article, I aim to express gratitude for Senator Mitt Romney’s commendable service in the U.S. Senate while also exploring the profound theological differences between his faith in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the tenets of fundamental Christianity. This discussion is not about judging character but about understanding how these…
Mark Hofmann and The Mormon Murders Twenty-Five Years later
The Mormon Murders Twenty-Five Years later By Sandra Tanner and Rocky Hulse October, 2010 Fifteen years ago, Sandra Tanner reflected on the events surrounding Mark William Hofmann, a convicted con artist-turned-serial bomber and spree killer who is widely regarded by many as one of the most accomplished forgers in world history. According to criminal investigators,…
Jerald & Sandra Tanner: The Case Against Mormonism, Volume 3
Jerald & Sandra Tanner: The Case Against Mormonism, Volume 3 Scroll down for the PDF, “The Case Against Mormonism,” Volume 3. Volume 1 is available here. Volume 2 is available here. Sandra and Jerald Tanner, both raised as Latter-day Saints with deep roots in the Mormon community, embarked on a journey of faith and discovery…
Jerald & Sandra Tanner: The Case Against Mormonism, Volume 2
Jerald & Sandra Tanner: The Case Against Mormonism, Volume 2 Scroll down for the PDF, “The Case Against Mormonism,” Volume 2. Volume 1 is available here. Volume 3 is available here. Sandra and Jerald Tanner, both raised as Latter-day Saints with deep roots in the Mormon community, embarked on a journey of faith and discovery…