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LDS Discussions
by LDS Discussions
In-depth explorations of LDS history, beliefs, and current questions. Thoughtful, research-based episodes for those seeking clarity and truth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Encore: The LDS Perspective on Eternal Families
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in eternal families and how this concept brings joy and peace, seeing it as part of God's plan for us to experience joy and eternal relationships. We discuss the powerful role of women in the Church and how salvation is framed in the…
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Why Don't Mormons Drink Coffee? "Word of Wisdom"
In this episode, we explore why members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints abstain from coffee, alcohol, and drugs, and how these practices are rooted in a 'Word of Wisdom' health code. We also discuss how living by these principles is believed to contribute to a longer, healthier...
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The Church of Jesus Christ's Stance on Same-Sex Marriage
In this episode, we explore the Church of Jesus Christ's perspective on same-sex marriage, emphasizing their belief in eternal gender and marriage between a man and a woman as God's best plan. We also discuss their welcoming approach to all individuals, encouraging personal prayer and…
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A Jamaican Man's Journey to Faith
In this episode, we hear Andre's story of how he found his way to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after a chance encounter with missionaries. He shares how this new community has helped him through difficult times and brought about personal growth and a deeper connection to his...
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Eternal Families and God's Plan
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in eternal families, emphasizing its centrality to God's plan for our eternal destiny. We discuss how the Atonement of Jesus Christ ensures that death does not permanently sever familial relationships and that through His victory, families…
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Encore: Mormons and Polygamy: Separating Fact from Fiction
In this episode, we address the common misconception that Mormons practice polygamy, clarifying its historical context within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We discuss Joseph Smith's initial reluctance to embrace the practice, its biblical precedents, and how it differs from...
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Encore: The Book of Mormon: A Second Witness of Jesus Christ
In this episode, we explore the Book of Mormon as a profound testament to Jesus Christ, emphasizing its role in guiding individuals back to Heavenly Father through a personal relationship with the Savior. We discuss how it stands as an additional witness, complementing the Bible, and why…
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Eternal Families and Salvation in Latter-day Saint Beliefs
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in eternal families, emphasizing its centrality to God's plan and the role of Jesus Christ's atonement in ensuring family unity beyond death. We discuss how covenant relationships with God empower individuals to help loved ones return and…
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Family Life in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
In this episode, we explore the unique practices and daily life within a Latter-day Saint household, focusing on how faith shapes family dynamics and choices like device usage and TV consumption. We also discuss the importance of prayer, healing anointing, fostering a peaceful environment, and...
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The Church of Jesus Christ's Stance on Same-Sex Marriage
In this episode, we explore the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ regarding same-sex marriage, emphasizing their belief in eternal identity and God's plan for marriage between a man and a woman. We also discuss the church's open invitation to all individuals, encouraging personal prayer and...
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Encore: What do Mormons Believe About Sex? A Covenant with God
In this episode, we explore the Mormon perspective on sex, focusing on the sanctity of marriage and the commitment to chastity before marriage. We discuss how members of the Church of Jesus Christ view the marriage covenant, purity, and the transformative power of Jesus Christ's atonement in...
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Encore: Temple Garments: Meaning and Purpose
In this episode, we explore the sacred significance of temple garments within the speaker's faith. We discuss their symbolic representation of Jesus Christ, their connection to biblical practices, and why they are worn as a personal reminder of covenants and devotion. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Will We Be with Our Families in Heaven?
In this episode, we explore the controversial idea of family relationships in heaven. We question the notion that death erases the bonds God created and discuss why it makes more sense for a perfecting God to restore righteous relationships rather than eliminate them. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Encore: Why God Wants You to Wait for Sex
In this episode, we share personal experiences and biblical perspectives on why abstaining from sex before marriage is a commandment from God. We discuss the spiritual and physical blessings that come from waiting, emphasizing the importance of chastity and the sanctity of the body as a temple....
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Can You Be Christian and Mormon?
In this episode, we address misconceptions about Latter-day Saints and clarify their beliefs. We discuss the significance of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, highlighting their distinct views from mainstream Christianity, such as the...
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What Are Mormon Garments? Temple Clothing
In this episode, we discuss the significance of temple garments in the Latter-day Saint faith, explaining their symbolic meaning as protective clothing representing Jesus Christ. We also explore how sacred clothing is a practice seen in various religions throughout history, emphasizing respect…
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Unpacking New Testament Truths in the Church of Jesus Christ
In this episode, we explore 10 features of the New Testament that align with the practices and beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We discuss the role of apostles and prophets, the non-paid ministry, baptism by immersion, and the gifts of the Holy Ghost, highlighting how...
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Doctrines Christians Admire About Latter-day Saints
In this episode, we explore ten doctrines found within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that resonate with many evangelicals and Christians. We discuss the profound focus on Jesus Christ as the sole source of salvation and the emphasis on repentance and life change, aligning with...
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Encore: Mormons on Sex: A Conversation with My Daughter's Friend Yazzie
In this episode, we discuss the Latter-day Saint perspective on sex, focusing on the importance of the marriage covenant and chastity before marriage. We also explore the idea of our bodies as temples and the transformative power of Jesus Christ's atonement in overcoming past mistakes. Hosted on...
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Encore: What do Mormons Believe About Sex? A Covenant with God
In this episode, we explore the Mormon perspective on sex, focusing on the sanctity of marriage and the commitment to chastity before marriage. We discuss how members of the Church of Jesus Christ view the marriage covenant, purity, and the transformative power of Jesus Christ's atonement in...
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Evangelical Christians and Mormons: Bridging Beliefs
In this episode, we explore the commonalities and differences between Evangelical Christians and Latter-day Saints, highlighting shared beliefs in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. We discuss prophetic authority, personal revelation, and the concept of salvation by grace, challenging common...
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Can People See God and Live?
In this episode, we explore biblical accounts of individuals who saw God, addressing apparent contradictions in scripture. We discuss the concept of transfiguration or a change in state necessary to endure God's presence, highlighting that God can reveal himself to whomever he chooses. Hosted on...
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Can People See God and Live?
In this episode, we explore biblical accounts of individuals who saw God, including Moses, Isaiah, and Stephen, despite scriptures suggesting that no one can see God and live. We discuss how these seemingly contradictory passages point to the idea that God reveals himself to whomever he chooses,...
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Encore: Are Mormons Normal?
In this episode, we address common misconceptions about members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, emphasizing their normalcy and diverse roles in society. We also explore the church's global reach, its volunteer-based ministry, charitable efforts, and beliefs regarding…
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Biblical Case For Continuing Families In Heaven
In this episode, we explore the biblical foundations for why family relationships endure beyond death and continue into heaven. We discuss how God's creation of marriage and family in the Garden of Eden, combined with the eternal nature of God's covenants and Christ's victory over death, suggests...
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Will We Be with Family in Heaven?
In this episode, we tackle the controversial question of whether family relationships, including marriage, persist in heaven. We also explore the idea that since Jesus Christ conquered death, it shouldn't have the power to permanently end the relationships God created and called very good. Hosted...
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Encore: Mormons and Polygamy: Separating Fact from Fiction
In this episode, we address the common misconception that Mormons practice polygamy, clarifying its historical context within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We discuss Joseph Smith's initial reluctance to embrace the practice, its biblical precedents, and how it differs from...
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Encore: Eternal Families and God's Plan
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in eternal families, emphasizing its centrality to God's plan for our eternal destiny. We discuss how the Atonement of Jesus Christ ensures that death does not permanently sever familial relationships and that through His victory, families…
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Encore: Do we stay with our family after we die?
In this episode, we explore the belief that families can be eternal, connecting this idea to the concept of the Abrahamic Covenant and the sealing power of the priesthood. We discuss how God's original design for family, untouched by sin and death, implies its everlasting nature, and how Jesus...
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Eternal Progression and Becoming Like God
In this episode, we explore the concept of eternal progression, discussing how as God's children, we are meant to grow and become more like Him, just as children grow to be like their parents. We also examine biblical verses that support this idea of continuous growth and development towards a…
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Encore: The LDS Perspective on Eternal Families
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint belief in eternal families and how this concept brings joy and peace, seeing it as part of God's plan for us to experience joy and eternal relationships. We discuss the powerful role of women in the Church and how salvation is framed in the…
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Understanding the Trinity: One in Purpose
In this episode, we explore the Christian concept of the Trinity, explaining the Latter-day Saint perspective that God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost are three separate beings united in one divine purpose. We discuss the importance of Jesus Christ's atonement, the role of the Holy...
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Eternal Progression and Becoming Like God
In this episode, we explore the concept of eternal progression, discussing how as God's children, we are meant to grow and become more like Him, just as children grow to be like their parents. We also examine biblical verses that support this idea of continuous growth and development towards a…
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My Experience with Jesus Christ, Miracles, and Personal Relationship
In this episode, we explore the speaker's personal experience with Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of a daily renewed religious commitment rather than a checklist approach. We also discuss the speaker's faith in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Book of Mormon as...
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How Do Missions Work in The LDS Church?
In this episode, we explore how missionary work operates within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including the calling process, self-funding, and the spiritual experiences of missionaries. We also discuss the lifelong commitment to ministry and discipleship, emphasizing the core...
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Eternal Marriage and God's Just Plan
In this episode, we explore the Latter-day Saint perspective on marriage, discussing beliefs about fidelity, the possibility of eternal marriage, and the continuation of God's plan for salvation after death. We also touch upon the importance of baptism and the speaker's personal experience with...
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Encore: Can You Be Christian and Mormon?
In this episode, we address misconceptions about Latter-day Saints and clarify their beliefs. We discuss the significance of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, highlighting their distinct views from mainstream Christianity, such as the...
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What Happens Inside a Mormon Temple?
In this episode, we explore the sacred spaces and practices within a Latter-day Saint temple. We discuss the significance of ordinances like baptisms for the dead, the power of collective prayer, and the eternal nature of family sealings, providing a comprehensive understanding of the temple's…
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Encore: Will We Be with Our Families in Heaven?
In this episode, we explore the controversial idea of family relationships in heaven. We question the notion that death erases the bonds God created and discuss why it makes more sense for a perfecting God to restore righteous relationships rather than eliminate them. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Encore: Biblical Case For Continuing Families In Heaven
In this episode, we explore the biblical foundations for why family relationships endure beyond death and continue into heaven. We discuss how God's creation of marriage and family in the Garden of Eden, combined with the eternal nature of God's covenants and Christ's victory over death, suggests...
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Evangelical Christians vs. Evangelical Mormons
In this episode, we explore the key differences between Evangelical Christians and Evangelical Mormons, focusing on their understanding of Jesus Christ and the role of baptism. We also discuss the Latter-day Saint belief in a spirit world and post-mortal opportunities for salvation, highlighting...
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Encore: Can People See God and Live?
In this episode, we explore biblical accounts of individuals who saw God, addressing apparent contradictions in scripture. We discuss the concept of transfiguration or a change in state necessary to endure God's presence, highlighting that God can reveal himself to whomever he chooses. Hosted on...
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Latter-day Saints and Mainstream Christianity: Exploring Commonalities
In this episode, we explore the shared beliefs and practices between Latter-day Saints and mainstream Christians, highlighting their common faith in Jesus Christ, missionary work, and community service. We also touch upon distinctions like the concept of the Trinity and the Latter-day Saint…
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Joseph Smith's First Vision and the Foundations of Faith
In this episode, we explore the spiritual journey of Joseph Smith, who, as a 14-year-old, sought religious clarity and experienced a profound vision of God the Father and Jesus Christ. We discuss how this experience, drawn from multiple accounts combined into one narrative, became the cornerstone...
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Encore: Do we stay with our family after we die?
In this episode, we explore the belief that families can be eternal, connecting this idea to the concept of the Abrahamic Covenant and the sealing power of the priesthood. We discuss how God's original design for family, untouched by sin and death, implies its everlasting nature, and how Jesus...
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10 Doctrines Evangelicals Admire About Latter-day Saints
In this episode, we explore ten doctrines that evangelicals and other Christians admire about members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, often called Mormons, focusing on the strong emphasis on Jesus Christ and the importance of repentance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
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Encore: Eternal Progression and Becoming Like God
In this episode, we explore the concept of eternal progression, discussing how as God's children, we are meant to grow and become more like Him, just as children grow to be like their parents. We also examine biblical verses that support this idea of continuous growth and development towards a…
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Evangelical Christians and Mormons: Bridging the Divide
In this episode, we explore the commonalities and differences between Evangelical Christians and Latter-day Saints, particularly focusing on the role of prophetic authority and the path to salvation. We learn that both faiths emphasize a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and salvation by...
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10 Similarities Between Latter-day Saints and Christians
In this episode, we explore ten common beliefs and practices shared by Latter-day Saints and Christians, focusing on their shared faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. We discuss the importance of repentance, the centrality of family, and the commitment to living a moral life, including...
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Similarities: Catholics and Latter-day Saints
In this episode, we explore the shared beliefs and practices between Catholicism and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We discuss their common ground on morality, the law of chastity, the importance of family, and belief in a literal resurrection and sacred buildings of worship....
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In-depth explorations of LDS history, beliefs, and current questions. Thoughtful, research-based episodes for those seeking clarity and truth.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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