Evidence for the Authenticity of the Book of Mormon? Many people who investigate The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encounter anti-Mormon propaganda. Contrary to what anti-Mormons would have you believe, there IS evidence supporting the authenticity of the Book of Mormon. As is the case of most of the stories of the Bible, the evidence for the Book of Mormon is circumstantial, […] (November 15, 2007, 2 comments)
Interview with a Mormon Teenager. Many who are considering joining the Mormon Church wonder what kind of an impact it will have on their families. In this episode of The Mormon Jungle, I interview Matt G., my 15 year-old Mormon brother. For many, the words Mormon and teenager bring to mind opposite and conflicting ideas, but Matt G. manages to […] (November 13, 2007)
I was raised in the Church and have recently been questionin g many things about the history of the church. I know Joseph Smith had multiple wives, but were any of them married to other men at the same time? Please tell me this is a mistake! (November 10, 2007, 1 comment)
Are Mormons Christian? Many ask the question, “Are Mormons Christian?” In this installment of “The Mormon Jungle Podcast,” Peter priesthood discusses the definition of “Christian” as well as some of the basic differences between Mormon Christianity and the other branches of the Christian tree. Many of the differences between Mormonism and creedal Christianity have their origins in the […] (October 8, 2007)
Why do some in the church feel that somehow if we were livin g the Gospel correctly we would not need modern medicine, in spite of the numerous references to modern medicine playing such an important role in health and healing among the saints and leaders in conjunction with Priesthood blessings? (September 25, 2007, 5 comments)
September Dawn and the Mountain Meadows Massacre. September Dawn, a recent movie by director Christopher Cain, fictionalizes the terrible tragedy known as the Mountain Meadows Massacre. The Arizona Daily Star recently proclaimed, “[September Dawn] can’t shake the implication that it’s some sort of attack piece on the Mormon religion.” In this the first episode of “The Mormon Jungle,” “Peter Priesthood” and “Molly […] (August 31, 2007)
I barely know the basics of the Mormon faith so I apologize for articulating a belief wrong if I do so in my question. I was wondering about the belief that God was a man in a previous life and on a different earth. Did this man become glorified and is now the God of […] (August 17, 2007, 4 comments)
So Grateful. I would like to bear my testimony. I am so thankful for the church and all the oppurtunitys it gives my family and me. I really do wonder what my life would be like without the gospel, ecspecially when we are going through such hard times right now and I pray that others may find […] (January 1, 1970)
I know a Mormon. I know a Mormon and he is extremely friendly and generous. (January 1, 1970)
Singing with the Spirit. While I was at Especially for Youth recently we got taught to sing hymns with your heart. When you sing with your heart, and actually listen to what you are singing, you are praying. Even if you dont sing good, sing loud, you arent trying to impress people around you, you are praying to God. […] (January 1, 1970)
He Lives That I May Conquor Death. I testify that Jesus is the Christ and God is the eternal and Heavenly Father I know that His true church of Jesus Christ has been restored on earth again in these latter days through the prophet Joseph Smith I know the the Book of Mormon is a sacred record of the ancient Americas which […] (January 1, 1970)
If God talks, would you listen? I’m an electronics engineers and look at things in black and white. There is no way that I could believe in things as ridiculous as a God-restored church on earth and the Book of Mormon. But, when I read the Book of Mormon and prayed for the truth, it was given to me. I–a black […] (January 1, 1970)
“Testimony” of a Practicing Catholic. Shane sent AllAboutMormons.com this letter by email, and I publish it here with his permission. It is a perfect example of the type of interfaith solidarity this site hopes to promote.I work for an organization called The Esther Foundation based out of Orem, Utah. It has been my privilege to learn about your wonderful faith […] (January 1, 1970)
Naniniwala ako kay Prophetang Joseph Smith. Naniniwala ako kay prophetang Joseph Smith sa panunumbalik ang totoong simbahan at sa panunumbalik ng totong ebanhelyo ni Jesus Christ dito sa mundo at naniniwala din ako ang aklat ni mormon na pinakatumpak na aklat sa buong mundo at naniniwala ako na may kapangyarihan ang aklat na mormon na makapagbago sa isang tao kung ilagay […] (January 1, 1970)
I’m Alive. I have a very strong testimony of the truthfulness of the gospel. I know that my Heavenly Father lives, I know that Jesus is the Christ & I know that the teachings we have learned are from them. I know that the priesthood that is held now by worthy male members is from Christ. I […] (January 1, 1970)
We don’t have 6 Wives! One thing I want to tell every one about mormons is that we dont have 6 wives. People get it into ur heads we dont have 6 wives. We respect others religion and dont care if people go to a different church all we are is another religion get that we are not that different […] (January 1, 1970, 1 comment)
My Testimony Grows When I Search the Scriptures. I have a testimony that started when I was a young girl. I have felt the Spirit when I am reading my scriptures, attending church and living with regaurds to the teaching of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I have seen the unhappiness that comes by leaving the church. I have good […] (January 1, 1970)
My Testimony. Let me start by saying that I like others know this Church is true, that we have the fullness of the gospel, that the Book Of Mormon is true, that Joseph Smith is a true prophet Of God, and that he did translate the Book Of Mormon. Let me start from the begging. I have […] (January 1, 1970)
He Blesses me so Much. I have strong faith in my Redeemer, the Lord Jesus Christ. I’m not one of the Utah-Mormons, so called. I live at the other side of the planet. Over here, Mormons are very rare, and not many know about us. Christians are not so popular over here. One reason is that there has been a […] (January 1, 1970)
Joseph Smith. In 1820, Joseph Smith had a vision of God the Father and Jesus Christ. They instructed him to restore Christs ancient church in modern times. I cannot say that I have a specific moment when I have known that Joseph Smith was a prophet, but a lifetime of answered prayers has built that testimony for […] (January 1, 1970, 1 comment)
The Feeling of Certainty. I recently joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and I can assure you that it was by far the best decision regarding religion I believe I have ever made. It is just the feeling of certainty that I have while being inside the church its like God is telling me that it […] (January 1, 1970)
An Amazing Person. I know a Mormon and he is an amazing person. It is so obvious in him how much good his beliefs have brought to him. He is an example to other people. God has blessed him. (January 1, 1970)
Into the Light. I was baptized as a teenager at the urging of a friend who was preparing for a mission. I said ok, though I really hadn’t changed my life or repented of past wrongs. As a result, I was never active in the church. I returned to the same course of life that I had been […] (January 1, 1970, 1 comment)
I Know. I know with every fiber of my being that this is the true church. The strongest testimony I have is that of priesthood blessings. I recently had a bad situation with extended family and I really needed a blessing. One of the brethren in our ward gave me a blessing saying that God had never […] (January 1, 1970)
My Testimony. I truly have a testimony of Jesus Christ and his gospel. I KNOW it to be true. It is my firm foundation. It is the way to true happiness. It is a light in the dark. It is my everything! With out it I am lost and alone. I know that Christ loves me because […] (January 1, 1970)
Atheist Finds Truth. I was born in the covenant and raised a member of the church. I was pretty strong in the church until I ran into anti-mormon literature before I served an church mission to Mexico city. I read just about every anti-mormon book, site, info, group, you can think of. It tore my soul and my […] (January 1, 1970)
I Love my Mormon Life… I am Mormon because I believe in God and in his son Jesus-Christ and I know they love me… I am a Mormon because I love the gospel of God and I want to be with my husband and my family for eternity… I’m Mormon because it was the best choice I’ve ever make… This […] (January 1, 1970)
The Lord Knows Best. How has your experience in speaking in church helped you address large public groups? I can’t begin to say how much church has increased my confidenc in speaking in large groups. From teaching in Relief Society to conducting the ward choir and the sacrament meeting music, the Lord seems to be consistently putting me in […] (January 1, 1970)