Category: Latter Day Saints

A Critical Analysis from a Comparative Theological Perspective A Scholarly Examination of LDS Pneumatology in Light of Historic Christian Orthodoxy A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Abstract This article provides a comprehensive scholarly analysis of the pneumatology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), examining, in particular, the LDS teaching…

Photo: Okay, seriously, how many of you are behind the trees? Is there a shuttle bus? A Critical Examination of Latter-day Saint Theology on the Book of Mormon and First Vision from a Comparative Theological Perspective A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Abstract This article examines the foundational historical claims of The Church…

Photo: Lo, the Savior is coming, the prophets declare— The times are fulfilling; O Zion, prepare! The Savior is coming: but where shall he come? Will he find the palace of princes, a home? No! O no, in his temple he’ll surely attend; But O where is the “temple,” where Christ shall descend? The first…

Photo: Adam and Eve politely accepting the new ‘Temple Garments,’ while silently wondering what happened to the promised leather upgrade. Adam: “So these are the famous fig leaves upgrade?” Jesus: “Technically, yes. Also, they’re flame-retardant and have Masonic vibes.” Adam: “We’d like to speak to the manager.” A Comparative Analysis of Baptism and Temple Garments…

Photo: Let’s listen in as our happy LDS couple browses the real estate market of the cosmos: Him: “I’m just saying, the one with the rings has great curb appeal.” Her: “Honey, it’s entirely gas. Where are the kids going to play soccer? We are looking for a nice, terrestrial starter-world with an oxygen atmosphere.”…

Photo: The image of Heavenly Father embracing His mortal son on the throne beautifully captures the LDS vision of exaltation: we’re literal spirit children of divine parents, sharing the same divine essence at different stages of progression—like a family reunion where Dad’s already fully glorified, and the guy’s still got dirt on his jeans from…

The Priesthood of Christ Versus the Priesthoods of Men A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction Few doctrinal matters so decisively distinguish the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from historic Christianity as the theology of priesthood and ecclesiastical authority. While many religious discussions focus on peripheral matters of practice or tradition,…

SCRIPTURE AND AUTHORITY A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction Among the most consequential theological disputes between Latter-day Saint (LDS) theology and orthodox Christianity lies the fundamental question of Scripture and authority. This debate extends far beyond academic curiosity; it touches the very foundation of Christian faith and practice. How we answer questions…

Photo: An LDS infographic illustrating the plan of salvation. A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction to Latter-day Saint Theology on Salvation The doctrine of salvation stands as the central pillar of Christian theology, addressing humanity’s most fundamental questions: How can sinful human beings be reconciled to a holy God? What is required…