John Steed Survived the FLDS. Then He Lost His Wife. Then He Left. #23

You can follow/be friends with John right here: https://www.facebook.com/share/16f4uv2QEe/?mibextid=wwXIfrSupport me by subscribing to my substack! ❤️ https://jadenjeffs.substack.com/In this episode of the Jaden Jeffs Podcast, host Jaden converses with John Steed about his life within and eventual departure from the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS). John shares compelling stories about growing up in Short Creek, his experiences with enforced polygamy, the challenges of working under extreme conditions, and the impact of Warren Jeffs' leadership on the community. They discuss the stark changes in the community, the injustices faced by FLDS members, John's personal struggles with the church's evolving doctrines, and his journey towards finding peace outside the FLDS. This intimate and revealing dialogue sheds light on the complexities and transformations within the FLDS community.01:33 John Steed's Family Background02:16 Childhood Memories in Short Creek03:26 Marriage and Life Changes05:57 Warren Jeffs' Influence and Community Changes07:41 Work and Community Dynamics27:34 The United Order and Its Impact39:54 Personal Reflections and Challenges46:18 Internet Restrictions and Questioning Leadership49:09 The First Men Sent Away in 200449:36 The Monument Incident and Priesthood Loss50:34 Community Shock and Family Displacement53:34 Confessions and Arbitrary Judgments58:15 Warren Jeffs' Influence and Questioning Faith01:04:12 Personal Reflections on Religion and Belief01:16:05 Touring the Community and Personal Memories01:24:33 Admiration for Johnny Harris01:24:43 Understanding FLDS and Mormonism01:25:54 Family Background and Choir Leadership01:26:24 Lawrence Steed's Current Status01:26:47 Winston Blackmore and Idaho Group01:28:32 COVID-19 and Personal Loss01:30:04 Reflections on Monogamy and Religion01:31:08 Leaving the FLDS Community01:32:56 Warren Jeffs' Influence and Teachings01:35:20 Sexual Abuse Allegations and Realizations01:48:18 Texas Raid and Legal Battles02:01:55 Reflections on Religion and Authority