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Joseph Smith Marries 14 Year Old Girl

Posted in Polygamy, tagged , , , , on 05/31/2018| 5 Comments »

A local news story here in the Seattle area got me to thinking about Joseph Smith the other day. In short, a 39 yr old man was arrested a few days ago for a handful of disgusting deeds, one of which is suspicion of kidnapping. (Keep in mind this suspect is also a convicted child molester.)

It’s no coincidence that a young girl from the Puget Sound is missing right now, and the last time she was seen is from a video surveillance tape where she’s seen with him. She’s a runaway, and sadly, she’s only 15 yrs old. To read more of the story, see KOMOTV.com.

While this ne-er-do-well guy here in Seattle isn’t the polygamist Joe Smith was, his age and the age of the girl he was grooming, have remarkable similarities.

That story, and an e-mail I received from Today in Mormon History, got me to thinking about Mr. Smith’s nefarious deeds. (more…)

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Baptisms for Dead Defies Biblical Salvation

Posted in Witnessing to Mormons, tagged , , on 05/30/2018| Leave a Comment »

1 Corinthians 15:29 “Else what shall they do which are baptized for the dead, if the dead rise not at all? why are they then baptized for the dead?”

Our post today is to request prayer for a Mormon who believes people could have a change of mind about the gospel after death. A friend of Life After responded to our Facebook post on 5/29/2018, and shared the info listed below. You can read the article he responded to (Witnessing Tip No Second Chances), at link provided.

I’ve always been a staunch believer that by sharing quick biblical truths with a Mormon will build the road for them to find salvation. Inundating them with boatloads of info can be overwhelming, and the simplicity of God’s message can be lost in the fray.

Sharing small truths gives them something to think about in their alone time, and at some point they’ll either accept, or reject God’s free gift of salvation. (more…)

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Witnessing Tip of the Day May 30

Posted in May, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged , , , , on 05/30/2018| Leave a Comment »

Witnessing Tip of the Day May01May 30 – James 2:9 – “But if ye have respect to persons, ye commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors.”

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Nephi Plagiarizes King Solomon

Posted in Book of Mormon, tagged , , on 05/29/2018| 2 Comments »

2 Nephi 4:5 “But behold, my sons and my daughters, I cannot go down to my grave save I should leave a blessing upon you; for behold, I know that if ye are brought up in the way ye should go ye will not depart from it.” c. BC 588-570 (more…)

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Witnessing Tip of the Day May 29

Posted in May, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged , , , , on 05/29/2018| Leave a Comment »

Witnessing Tip of the Day May 101May 29 – No Second Chances. Hebrews 9:27; “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment.”

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Ten American Heroes You Should Know (2018)

Posted in Uncategorized, tagged on 05/28/2018| 8 Comments »

Originally published 2017

While putzin’ around looking for images to put in a post commemorating Memorial Day, it occurred to me I should mention some of the people in my personal life who’ve made a huge difference, and contributed to who I am today.

I had never stopped to count the number of men in my life who had served in the military, and each time I thought of someone, another person would come to mind. I’m certain I’m not the only one who can say this, and that’s what makes our country so awesome! Think of all those you personally know that’ve contributed to the freedom we now enjoy! (more…)

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Facts and History of Memorial Day

Posted in Uncategorized, tagged on 05/28/2018| 2 Comments »

‘Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.’ John 15:13

Today we’re taking a brief break from all things Mormon in order to bring attention to a few facts about the important holiday America is acknowledging this weekend: Memorial Day!

Throughout history, people have participated in yearly celebrations honoring deceased loved ones. As early as BC 431, ancient Greeks were bedecking graves in commemoration of those who died, along with military heroes of the day. America’s not alone in her dedications as we see countries all over the world doing the same.

Here are a few quick facts about Memorial Day, and the price America’s paid in the 243 years she’s been in existence – (more…)

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Witnessing Tip of the Day May 28

Posted in May, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged , , , , on 05/28/2018| Leave a Comment »

May 28 – Law v. Grace. James 2:10; “For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles in one point, he has become guilty of all.”

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Whom Did God Promise as a Savior ~ Jesus, or Joseph?

Posted in Bible vs Book of Mormon, tagged , , on 05/27/2018| Leave a Comment »

2 Nephi 3:9 “And he shall be great like unto Moses, whom I have said I would raise up unto you, to deliver my people, O house of Israel.” (more…)

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Witnessing Tip of the Day May 27

Posted in May, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged , , , , on 05/27/2018| 1 Comment »

May 27 – Another Bible. 2 Timothy 3:16; “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.”

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BoM Absurdities: Chopped Off Arms Carried Back to the King

Posted in Book of Mormon, tagged , , on 05/26/2018| 5 Comments »

Alma 17:36-39; “But Ammon stood forth and began to cast stones at them with his sling; yea, with mighty power he did sling stones amongst them; and thus he slew a certain number of them insomuch that they began to be astonished at his power; nevertheless they were angry because of the slain of their brethren, and they were determined that he should fall; therefore, seeing that they could not hit him with their stones, they came forth with clubs to slay him. 37 But behold, every man that lifted his club to smite Ammon, he smote off their arms with his sword; for he did withstand their blows by smiting their arms with the edge of his sword, insomuch that they began to be astonished, and began to flee before him; yea, and they were not few in number; and he caused them to flee by the strength of his arm. 38 Now six of them had fallen by the sling, but he slew none save it were their leader with his sword; and he smote off as many of their arms as were lifted against him, and they were not a few. 39 And when he had driven them afar off, he returned and they watered their flocks and returned them to the pasture of the king, and then went in unto the king, bearing the arms which had been smitten off by the sword of Ammon, of those who sought to slay him; and they were carried in unto the king for a testimony of the things which they had done.” (more…)

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Witnessing Tip of the Day May 26

Posted in May, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged , , , on 05/26/2018| Leave a Comment »

May 26 – The Bible Saves. Colossians 3:16; “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

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Holy Ghost: A Man, and Son of God

Posted in Holy Spirit, tagged , on 05/25/2018| Leave a Comment »

Journal of Discourses, 5:179; “Well, let me tell you, the Holy Ghost is a man; he is one of the sons of our Father and our God; and he is that man that stood next to Jesus Christ, just as I stand by brother Brigham.” –  Heber C. Kimball, Great Salt Lake City, August 23, 1857 (more…)

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Witnessing Tip of the Day May 25

Posted in May, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged , , , on 05/25/2018| Leave a Comment »

May 25 – Is God’s Canon Full? Revelation 22:18-19; “For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book: 19 And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.”

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Mormon Gods Excludes Holy Ghost

Posted in Holy Spirit, tagged , on 05/24/2018| 3 Comments »

Today we’re looking at excerpts from a member of the early LDS Church; George Laub. He was a devoted follower, and his loyalty to Smith’s ideologies is unfortunately, all too apparent. You can find this excerpt at the link below, and also at George Laub’s Journal, Book of Abraham Project (BOAP), pp.16-17.

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The Words of Joseph Smith, p. 382; “George Laub Journal. The Scripture Say I and my father are one & again that the father son & holy ghost are one I John 5 ch. 7 vers But these three agree in the Same thing & did the Saviour pray to the father.

I pray not for the world but those [w]home he gave me out of the world that we might be one, or to Say be of one mind in the unity of the faith but Every one being a diffrent or Seperate person & So is god & is god & Jesus Christ & the holy ghost. Seperate persons. but the all agree in one or the Self Same thing (more…)

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Witnessing Tip of the Day May 24

Posted in May, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged , , , on 05/24/2018| Leave a Comment »

Witnessing Tip of the Day May01May 24 – Christ’s Crucifixion. Deuteronomy 21:23; “His body shall not remain all night upon the tree, but thou shalt in any wise bury him that day; (for he that is hanged is accursed of God;) that thy land be not defiled, which the LORD thy God giveth thee for an inheritance.”

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No Salvation Without Revelation

Posted in salvation, tagged on 05/23/2018| Leave a Comment »

Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p. 160; “Salvation cannot come without revelation; it is in vain for anyone to minister without it. No man is a minister of Jesus Christ without being a Prophet. No man can be a minister of Jesus Christ except he has the testimony of Jesus; and this is the spirit of prophecy. Whenever salvation has been administered, it has been by testimony. Men of the present time testify of heaven and hell, and have never seen either; and I will say that no man knows these things without this.” (more…)

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Witnessing Tip of the Day May 23

Posted in May, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged , , , on 05/23/2018| 2 Comments »

Witnessing Tip of the Day May 101May 23 – All have Sinned. Romans 5:12; “Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned.”

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Original 12 LDS Apostles

Posted in 12 apostles, 8th Article of Faith, Numbers Game, tagged , , on 05/22/2018| 1 Comment »

Just a simple reminder of how Joe Smith’s church began in 1830. This was originally posted July 2015.

History of the Church 6:73, 78; “Letter to James Arlington Bennett, Nauvoo, Illinois, November 13, 1843…I combat the errors of ages; I meet the violence of mobs; I cope with illegal proceedings from executive authority; I cut the Gordian knot of powers, and I solve mathematical problems of universities, with truth— diamond truth; and God is my “right hand man.”” (more…)

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