Mormon Discussions
A network of thoughtful LDS-related content—covering everything from history to personal faith. For the engaged, the exploring, and the faith builders. Deep dives for deep thinkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Encore: Faith and Eternal Family Bonds
In this episode, we explore the concept of enduring family relationships beyond death, emphasizing the belief that through Jesus Christ, physical death does not terminate these sacred connections. We discuss how family is central to God's plan and why these bonds are eternal, continuing into heaven.
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Encore: Catholic vs. Latter-day Saint: Prophets Today
In this episode, we explore the theological differences between Catholics and Latter-day Saints, focusing on the concept of modern-day prophets. We also discuss finding truth in all religions and the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and understanding how God speaks to us through the Holy Spirit in a world where distinguishing reality is increasingly difficult.
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Encore: Coffee Part 2: The Wild Card of Addiction
In this episode, we discuss the historical context of coffee consumption within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and how their health code, the Word of Wisdom, views addictive substances like coffee. We explore why coffee, often seen as a harmless daily ritual, is considered a 'wild card' and how reliance on anything other than Jesus Christ can hinder spiritual growth.
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Encore: Mormons and Evangelical Christians: Similarities in Faith
In this episode, we explore the shared beliefs between Latter-day Saint Christians and evangelical Christians, emphasizing their mutual devotion to Jesus Christ and belief in spreading the gospel. We also address the misconception that Latter-day Saints worship a different Jesus, clarifying the speaker's perspective on Christ's role as Savior and the path to salvation within their faith.
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Encore: A Latter-day Saint's Personal Relationship with Jesus Christ
In this episode, we explore what it means for a Latter-day Saint to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, emphasizing core doctrines and practices. We learn about daily habits like scripture reading and prayer, as well as community activities such as church attendance, sacrament partaking, and volunteer service that strengthen this spiritual connection.
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Encore: Understanding the Trinity: A Unified Godhead
In this episode, we simplify the concept of the Trinity, emphasizing unity over complex theological mechanics. We explore how the Bible and other scriptures explain the oneness of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, highlighting the covenantal relationship God desires with us.
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Encore: Evangelical Christians and Mormons: Bridging Beliefs
In this episode, we explore the commonalities and differences between Evangelical Christians and Latter-day Saints, highlighting shared beliefs in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. We discuss prophetic authority, personal revelation, and the concept of salvation by grace, challenging common misconceptions about faith and works in Mormonism.
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Encore: Eternal Marriage and God's Just Plan
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint perspective on marriage, discussing beliefs about fidelity, the possibility of eternal marriage, and the continuation of God's plan for salvation after death. We also touch upon the importance of baptism and the speaker's personal experience with God's nature and miracles.
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Encore: Eternal Families and God's Plan
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in eternal families, emphasizing its centrality to God's plan for our eternal destiny. We discuss how the Atonement of Jesus Christ ensures that death does not permanently sever familial relationships and that through His victory, families can be together forever.
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Encore: Will We Be with Our Families in Heaven?
In this episode, we explore the controversial idea of family relationships in heaven. We question the notion that death erases the bonds God created and discuss why it makes more sense for a perfecting God to restore righteous relationships rather than eliminate them.
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Encore: Evangelicals and Latter-day Saints: Shared Beliefs
In this episode, we explore the significant similarities between Evangelical Christians and members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, focusing on their shared belief in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, the importance of baptism, and the role of personal scripture study. We also touch upon key theological differences such as continuing revelation and temple ordinances for the deceased, inviting listeners to find common ground and understanding.
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Encore: Latter-day Saints and the Importance of the Temple
In this episode, we explore the significance of temples for Latter-day Saints, drawing parallels from biblical accounts like the Old Testament's 2 Chronicles and Noah's Ark. We discuss how these sacred spaces serve as places of refuge and preparation for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, emphasizing their role in modern-day worship and covenants.
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Encore: God Believes in You
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in Jesus Christ as our personal savior and the son of God. We discuss the importance of building a relationship with God and finding peace through Jesus Christ, highlighting that God knows you by your name and loves you unconditionally.
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Encore: Why Temples Are Essential for God's Presence
In this episode, we explore the significance of temples as dwelling places for God, connecting them to scriptural prophecies and the return of Jesus Christ. We also discuss how temples serve as sacred spaces for making covenants and uniting families for eternity.
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Encore: Mormons on Sex: A Conversation with My Daughter's Friend Yazzie
In this episode, we discuss the Latter-day Saint perspective on sex, focusing on the importance of the marriage covenant and chastity before marriage. We also explore the idea of our bodies as temples and the transformative power of Jesus Christ's atonement in overcoming past mistakes.
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Encore: Temples: Sacred Spaces for the Living and the Dead
In this episode, we explore the significance of temples as sacred spaces and the belief in performing baptisms for the dead, allowing everyone an opportunity to accept Jesus Christ. We also discuss the profound feelings of peace, light, and joy experienced within the temple and the empowering covenants made there.
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Encore: Unpacking the Latter-day Saint Belief in Eternal Families
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief that families can be together forever, highlighting the joy and peace found within these families and the community support for them. We also discuss how salvation is framed in family language, the powerful role of women in the Church, and the covenantal relationship with our Heavenly Father.
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Encore: Mormons and Polygamy: Separating Fact from Fiction
In this episode, we address the common misconception that Mormons practice polygamy, clarifying its historical context within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We discuss Joseph Smith's initial reluctance to embrace the practice, its biblical precedents, and how it differs from casual relationships, emphasizing that current members believe in monogamous marriage.
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Encore: Eternal Marriage & Families in God's Plan
In this episode, we explore the doctrine of eternal marriage and families within the Church of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that these relationships can continue beyond this life. We discuss the sacred covenants made in holy temples and the belief that Jesus Christ's sacrifice enables families to be together forever.
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Encore: Can People See God and Live?
In this episode, we explore biblical accounts of individuals who saw God, including Moses, Isaiah, and Stephen, despite scriptures suggesting that no one can see God and live. We discuss how these seemingly contradictory passages point to the idea that God reveals himself to whomever he chooses, often requiring a spiritual transformation to endure his presence.
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Encore: Eternal Families and God's Plan of Happiness
In this episode, we explore the belief in eternal families as central to God's plan of happiness and discuss how Christ's triumph over death extends to marital covenants. We also touch upon the sacred nature of temple sealings and scriptural evidence supporting everlasting family relationships.
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Encore: Unpacking Joseph Smith's Spiritual Encounters
In this episode, we explore the four different accounts of Joseph Smith's spiritual encounter, highlighting the varying details he shared in each narrative. We also discuss the establishment of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the unique doctrines, like eternal families, that were revealed to him.
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Encore: Biblical Case For Continuing Families In Heaven
In this episode, we explore the biblical foundations for why family relationships endure beyond death and continue into heaven. We discuss how God's creation of marriage and family in the Garden of Eden, combined with the eternal nature of God's covenants and Christ's victory over death, suggests that our loved ones will remain with us in the afterlife.
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Eternal Marriage in the Church of Jesus Christ
In this episode, we explore why Latter-day Saints believe families are eternal and central to God's plan of happiness. We discuss how marriage, instituted by God with Adam and Eve, was designed to be an everlasting covenant that death cannot destroy.
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The Importance of Prophets and Apostles Today
In this episode, we explore the historical pattern of God communicating through prophets and apostles, as well as the significance of having living prophets in modern times. We discuss the biblical basis for prophets and apostles, distinguish the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from other Christian faiths, and emphasize the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and helping one another.
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Eternal Families: Scriptural Basis for Everlasting Bonds
In this episode, we explore the scriptural foundation for eternal families, examining why the concept of family unity extends beyond earthly life. We discuss passages from the Bible that suggest family relationships continue after death and consider why this doctrine offers comfort and meaning.
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What do Mormons Believe About Sex? A Covenant with God
In this episode, we explore the Mormon perspective on sex, focusing on the sanctity of marriage and the commitment to chastity before marriage. We discuss how members of the Church of Jesus Christ view the marriage covenant, purity, and the transformative power of Jesus Christ's atonement in overcoming past mistakes.
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The LDS Perspective on Eternal Families
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in eternal families and how this concept brings joy and peace, seeing it as part of God's plan for us to experience joy and eternal relationships. We discuss the powerful role of women in the Church and how salvation is framed in the language of family relationships, extending beyond this life.
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Do we stay with our family after we die?
In this episode, we explore the belief that families can be eternal, connecting this idea to the concept of the Abrahamic Covenant and the sealing power of the priesthood. We discuss how God's original design for family, untouched by sin and death, implies its everlasting nature, and how Jesus Christ's victory over death makes eternal family relationships possible.
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What Are Mormon Garments? Temple Clothing
In this episode, we discuss the significance of temple garments in the Latter-day Saint faith, explaining their symbolic meaning as protective clothing representing Jesus Christ. We also explore how sacred clothing is a practice seen in various religions throughout history, emphasizing respect for diverse beliefs.
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Eternal Families and Salvation in Latter-day Saint Beliefs
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in eternal families, emphasizing its centrality to God's plan and the role of Jesus Christ's atonement in ensuring family unity beyond death. We discuss how covenant relationships with God empower individuals to help loved ones return and the assurance that while salvation is individual, God desires all families to be reunited in Heaven, perfected through Christ's triumph over death.
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Will We Be with Family in Heaven?
In this episode, we tackle the controversial question of whether family relationships, including marriage, persist in heaven. We also explore the idea that since Jesus Christ conquered death, it shouldn't have the power to permanently end the relationships God created and called very good.
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The Church of Jesus Christ's Stance on Same-Sex Marriage
In this episode, we explore the Church of Jesus Christ's perspective on same-sex marriage, emphasizing their belief in eternal gender and marriage between a man and a woman as God's best plan. We also discuss their welcoming approach to all individuals, encouraging personal prayer and understanding of one's divine identity.
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Can People See God and Live?
In this episode, we explore biblical accounts of individuals who saw God, addressing apparent contradictions in scripture. We discuss the concept of transfiguration or a change in state necessary to endure God's presence, highlighting that God can reveal himself to whomever he chooses.
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Evangelical Christians and Mormons: Bridging the Divide
In this episode, we explore the commonalities and differences between Evangelical Christians and Latter-day Saints, particularly focusing on the role of prophetic authority and the path to salvation. We learn that both faiths emphasize a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and salvation by grace, though interpretations of works and ongoing revelation diverge.
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Eternal Marriage and God's Plan for Everyone
In this episode, we explore the concept of eternal marriage and the beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints regarding relationships and salvation beyond this life. We discuss how God's plan offers opportunities for all, including those who don't marry on Earth, don't know about Jesus Christ, or experience loss, emphasizing God's justice and love.
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God Believes in You: Understanding Latter-day Saint Beliefs
In this episode, we explore the core Latter-day Saint belief about Jesus Christ, emphasizing His divine sonship and role as personal savior. We also highlight the importance of developing a personal relationship with God to experience profound peace.
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Family Continues in Heaven: A Biblical Case
In this episode, we explore the biblical basis for why family relationships continue beyond death, emphasizing God's original creation of marriage and family as 'very good'. We discuss how eternal love, as described in scripture, means that these foundational bonds are not severed by death but rather perfected in heaven through Christ's victory over death.
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Catholic Church vs. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
In this episode, we explore the primary differences between Catholicism and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, focusing on their understanding of God's nature and scriptural canon. We gain insight into the historical formation of the Nicene Creed and the Latter-day Saint belief in continuing revelation through additional scriptures.
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Why Temples Are Essential in the Last Days
In this episode, we explore why members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have temples, believing they are a vital part of God's restoration plan before the second coming of Jesus Christ. We discuss how temples serve as a sacred space for all people to seek God, representing divine order and stability amidst declining morals, and highlighting their role in uniting families for eternity through sacred covenants.
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