I'm confused-J. Smith as a kid refuses liquor for his leg surgery but then drinks wine the night he is killed as an adult ??

Disappointed that church is not speaking up

Was Joseph Smith drunk when he was murdered?

"On my mission, I was forced to 'gain a testimony' of the first vision and translation of the Book of Mormon via J. Smith & the urim and thummin, but now the church says those things aren't true. Are they responsible now for my mental health issues?"

The more I think about it, baptising kids at age 8 is really not fair. They are still basically small children. What 8 year old is old enough to really understand what it means to join the church??

I visited Mayan ruins in Mexico this winter. It is insulting when LDS tell these people they are the descendants from a made up book.

Do most members think it is okay to punish other members who criticize leaders or past policies or doctrines?

The 1st Presidency & Quorum of the 12 call themselves "honest men". But we know they've lied about at least one big thing---speaking to God.

The 1st Presidency & Quorum of the 12 call themselves "honest men". But we know they've lied about at least one big thing---speaking to God.

Challenge your bishop: Confessing sexual sins to a priesthood leader is degrading and dangerous. Your sins are between you and God.

When challenges and trials come in life, that’s not the time to leave, said President Jeffrey R. Holland “Do not abandon the ship when the waves are a little high,” “Stay in the Boat.” I think this is great counsel for those who are questioning their faith when they come across church history issues

Why won't the church change the name of Brigham Young university?

Podcast Idea - "Defending The Faith"

Why did Joseph Smith lie to his wife Emma about polygamy?

Uchtdorf's Temple Recommend Signed By Current First Presidency

Truth doesn't need constant defending. The apologists and LDS leaders know they are fighting a losing battle.

"I didn't lose my faith in God or the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I lost my trust in the LDS church and it's leaders. Too many lies, too many mistakes, too many excuses.".

Anyone descended from Strangites or know someone who is? Even a resident of beaver island. I would love to know some stories or experiences.

The Great Apostasy - Talmage

Blue stone miracle at Saratoga Springs temple - as damning as much as it is inspiring.

Skin of blackness

Dallin H. Oaks named as possible supreme court justice (from 1970s)-- is there any information on this in the public realm?

Just curious: Has anyone heard of/participated in a Bible reading challenge?

Why are there so many Mormon/LDS youtubers?

Are bishops legally covered when speaking to minor females or males about sexual stuff?