From its inception, the Mormon church has claimed the "fulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ" was restored (past tense) through the prophet Joseph Smith. This includes the doctrine received in the Book of Mormon, as well as the priesthood keys, ordinances, and other teachings provided by Smith. However, Rusty Nel has taken it upon himself to create a new narrative that suggests the restoration is still "ongoing". This message was one of the main themes of the April, 2020 General Conference.
Ever wonder where religion came from to begin with? Where does it come from, and why do people seem to want it? Why do...
The concept of "prosperity preaching" is actually a big part of the LDS church's teachings, as evidenced by its heavy inclusion in the Book...
There's a culture of cop-outs given by leaders and members of the church to address some of life's difficult situations. We discuss some of...