Adventures in LDS Gospel Doctrine

Mar 03 2025 110 ep. 62 mins 12
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Join us as we approach the doctrines and teachings found in the Restoration. Taking each volume in scripture, we join the best scholarly and historical information from LDS and non-LDS sources in order to gain a deeper understanding of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This live class is taught by Kevin Hinckley.

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Nauvoo Mormonism and Masonry

Mar 03 2025 32 mins  
In 1842, Joseph Smith joined the Freemasons. Within days, he formed the women's Relief Society and formed the temple endowment, using masonry terms and forms to do so. Why would he do this? Was he just copying freemasonry? And what did the neighboring lodges think of all this--especially inviting women into the endowment? Join us for a great discussion.

The Mercy of God and Baptisms for the Dead

Feb 24 2025 73 mins  
It could be argued the Aug 15th, 1840 is the 2nd most important moment in Christian History. Why is that?

Joseph Smith Goes to the White House

Feb 20 2025 30 mins  
Less than a year after being the Liberty Jail, Joseph smith knocked in the door of the White House in Washington DC- and insulted the President. And impressed the public.

Special Episode: The Elephant in the Chapel. Clashing Doctrinal Views of the Atonement

Feb 08 2025 28 mins  
Two views of the Atonement are running in the church. and they reflect the polarization of the world politically. They are the Sin Narrative versus the Separation (or wounded) narrative. Which way do you lean?

Addressing Dissension in a Peacemaking Church

Jan 27 2025 69 mins  
How do we approach dissenting voices in our midst? How we do it matters a great deal.

Do Fear, Finances and Faith really mix?

Jan 20 2025 72 mins  
In 1837, the country was in a full-fledged financial panic. Kirtland was no different. How people like Parley Pratt and Thomas Marsh responded to that panic says alot about how threat attacks our faith.

The Key to Salvation: The Elevating Eternal Power of Conversations

Jan 19 2025 84 mins  
As it turns out, the Great Plan of Salvation hinges on conversations. Our relationships to God and to one another have a powerful lasting effect on our eternity. Join us in this Single Adult fireside for a discussion on the conversations we have.

Follow the Prophet or my gut? The Panic 0f 1837

Jan 13 2025 32 mins  
In KIrtland in 1837 the bank was failing. Their money was on the line. Could they trust Joseph Smith to solve the problem?

Is the LDS Church True or is it Truth? What of the claims of other churches?

Jan 08 2025 26 mins  
When we declare ourselves the "only true church", that comes with a alot of baggage that can be very offensive to alot of very good people in other churches and traditions. What, exactly, do we believe in our "truth claims'?

Is the Atonement a Reward or The Way We Change?

Jan 03 2025 25 mins  
Culturally, the Atonement of Jesus Christ has been seen as a reward for a life of righteous living. It is the final push to get us over the top and into heaven. However, what if the Atonement, designed to bring us back to our Heavenly Parents, is actually the "change agent", present in our life from our birth. If we are in partnership with Christ, what are we called to do, to be?