The Truth about Mormonism: Illumination or Deception?

The Truth about Mormonism: Illumination or Deception?

WHY INVESTIGATE? â€œMormonism must stand or fall on the story of Joseph Smith. He was either a Prophet of God, divinely called, properly appointed and commissioned, or he was one of the biggest frauds this world has ever seen. There is no middle ground. If Joseph was a deceiver who willfully attempted to mislead people, then he should be exposed, his claims should be refuted, and his doctrines shown to be false....â€ â€”Doctrines of SalvaÂtion, 1:188-89 â€”PresiÂdent Joseph Fielding Smith â€¢ 10th President of the LDS Church Such a resolute statement characterizes the faith of one who is prepared to defend its foundations. Indeed, in order to have a reasonable faith (one rooted in historical truth and supported by rational inquiry), a defense of truth requires â€œfull disclosureâ€ of what can be known about a given religion. Historically, the Mormon story is a young one and for that reason alone is relatively easy to investigate. If you believe that the LDS Church is true, you should not fear to investigate it but rather should welcome an examination of facts. Only lies have to be protected and hiddenâ€”and by the proclamation of President Joseph Fielding Smith, they must also be exposed at any cost. â€¢ â€œProve all things; hold fast that which is good.â€ â€”1 Thessalonians 5:21 â€¢ â€œBeloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the worldâ€ â€”1 John 4:1 â€¢ â€œ[The Bereans] . . . searched the scriptures daily [to see] whether those things were so.â€ â€”Acts 17:11

Country	USA
Binding	Paperback
EAN	9781928660637
Edition	3rd
ISBN	1928660630
Label	The Berean Call
Manufacturer	The Berean Call
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	78
PublicationDate	2012-04-01
Publisher	The Berean Call
Studio	The Berean Call
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The Truth about Mormonism: Illumination or Deception?

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