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S1.E26: What Most People Get Wrong About Joseph Smith | with church historian Ronald Barney.

from Be Faithful · host Lauren Rose

What really happens when you spend decades studying Joseph Smith?In this episode of Be Faithful, I sit down with historian Ron Barney, who has dedicated nearly 50 years to researching the life and teachings of Joseph Smith—including his work on the Joseph Smith Papers Project.We dive deep into some of the most asked (and often misunderstood) questions:Did studying Joseph Smith ever challenge his faith?What is the truth about polygamy and early Church history?How should we approach difficult or controversial topics?Can you study everything—and still believe?I learned so much in this conversation, I am so excited to share it with you. Ron's testimony and knowledge is refreshing and faith strengthening.Music from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/thriveLicense code: GUAIQORRXYRBTJ19https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/To contact me email [email protected]

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