We thought it befitting to create a page on Joseph Smith; after all, if it weren’t for him none of this would be necessary!
From false prophecies to lying about his polygamous activities, there’s a lot to learn when it comes to this man. We have two main objectives when it comes to Smith.
1. Expose the lies.
2. Ask Mormons why they have such a strong affinity for this man.
We’re not here to bash Mormons or even Joseph Smith. As a Christian I’m directed by God not to judge Smith’s heart because only the Lord can do that. We are however taught in His word to expose lies. If Smith died as he lived then it’d be safe to say he probably didn’t make it to heaven. If in those last few moments of his violent death he totally changed his mind and repented, then…
To borrow the phrase of many Mormons; “I’ll find out when I get there (meaning heaven)”.
You’ll find info on historical events in Smith’s life from the time he was a young boy to the day he died in a gunfight while awaiting trial in the Carthage Jail. We’ve also collected analyses of how the Church has regarded him since his death.
120 Chronological False Prophecies of Joseph Smith
Angels, Magic, Masonry & the Occult
Angels with Flaming Swords & Joseph Smith
(“Heavenly” beings who threatened to kill Joseph if he didn’t practice polygamy)
Anniversary of Joseph Smith’s Death
(How and why the Church pays homage to Smith’s death)
Apostates Thirst for Joe Smith’s Blood
Do those who’ve left really thirst for Smith’s blood or did he say this to garner sympathy?
Covetous, Extortionary Speculating
Parley Pratt’s accusations against Smith
Did Peter or God Visit Joe Smith?
Discoveries Prove Joseph Smith a True Prophet
Everything in Life Hinges on Joseph Smith
This month the Church employed the use of their many media outlets to broadcast, not only the birth of the Savior, but to remind people of their founder’s great purpose.
(11+ Versions & Eyewitness Testimonies)
First Vision of Joseph Smith by Mark Grote
(Nine Versions)
God Brought Columbus, John the Baptist, and Greatest Servant to America; Joseph the Prophet
Book written for LDS Children with Historically Incorrect Information about America, and Biblical Truths
Golden Plates in Cave at Hill Cumorah
(How Joseph ran through the woods with the plates)
Groves in the Bible, and The ‘Sacred Grove’ of Joseph Smith
Why does the Church celebrate a grove of trees Smith supposedly prayed in, when God condemns this activity in the Bible?
It’s All Because of Joseph Smith
Why did Smith pray to see a manifestation of God in 1823 when he said God appeared to him in 1820?
Joseph Confesses to Tricking Family
Smith confessed he lied to family members and tricked them into believing he had found the golden plates.
Joseph Smith and Harold Camping
(Comparisons of both false prophets’ end of the world proclamations)
Joseph Smith and Jesus Christ Compared
(A look at the arrests of both men & their final week on earth)
Joseph Smith and Jesus Christ Related
Joseph Smith and Warren Jeffs Compared
(Why the Church condemned Jeffs & exalts Smith)
Joe Smith Becomes a Methodist (Almost)
Why did Smith try joining the Methodist church after God told him Christianity was wrong and why did he do this while translating the BoM?
Joseph Smith Born into Non-White Race
Joseph Smith Broke His Own Prophecy
How did Smith see God if he didn’t have the priesthood?
Joseph Smith is the Holy Ghost
A year before his death Smith claimed he was the essence of the Holy Ghost.
Experts and early church observers agree that Smith demonstrated behavior similar to those with Bi-Polar or other mental illnesses.
(Who visited Smith that night?)
Joseph Smith: Personal Journals Were Origin of NT
Smith told people that journals of the original apostles were the origin of the NT and because they lacked discipline in keepint good notes, the Bible suffered from not having all the correct info.
Joseph Smith’s Bankruptcy Fraud
Would a true prophet of God commit fraud?
Joseph Smith’s Character Rivals Those in the Bible – including Jesus!
Really?
(List of Smith’s siblings & his own kids)
Joseph Smith’s Jupiter Talisman; Is There No Help for the Widow’s Son
Joseph Smith’s Liberty Jail Prophecies
Why didn’t any of these prophecies come true?
Joseph Smith’s Polygamy and His Run For US President
The ministry’s good friend, Lee Baker, asked LDS leadership why Joe lied about being a polygamist when he ran for US President. A year later (2016) he still hasn’t heard back from them.
Joseph Smith’s Priesthood Problems
How did an un-baptized Joe Smith baptize Oliver Cowdery if he didn’t hold the priesthood and how did he see the face of God if he didn’t hold the priesthood?
Smith said he’d stand for a ‘true principle’, but what is that? If you’re unaware, a true principle in Mormonism, is their own version of the Mormon gospel which includes polygamy, misogyny, racism, and polytheism.
Joseph Smith’s Problem with the Word of Wisdom
The LDS dietary law known as the Word of Wisdom is strictly followed by LDS members so we’re wondering what they think of their first prophet’s issue with his revelation and why he couldn’t obey his own rules.
Joseph Smith’s Violent Behavior
A chronological look at Smith’s behavior and the way he acted out over the years.
Joseph Smith’s Witchcraft, Scrying & Arrest 1820-1827
Just what was Smith doing from his 1st vision to the time he received the plates? Is his story reliable?
The LDS Meridian Magazine’s article on “Joseph the Translator” written by an LDS Church education writer is looked at and compared with the word of God. The article lists several reasons why God only speaks to man through Joseph and no one else and why Joseph Smith was far and away the best translator and author of scripture than anyone else who’s ever lived.
LDS: Anchor of Faith Should be Jesus, not Joseph
Mormon Doctrine Defines Joe Smith as a Liar
Bruce McConkie defined adulterers as liars. Smith married 40+ women while still married to first wife Emma. McConkie’s definition certainly fit Smith’s life!
Mormonism & Joseph Smith’s Martyrdom
Thought of the Day on what Smith’s martyrdom did for those in the Church.
Mormonism Depends on Joe Smith’s Testimony
No Other Name So Widespread as that of Joseph Smith
Polygamy & Mormon Church Leaders – Joseph Smith, Jr
Salem Witch Trials & Joseph Smith’s Family
Did you know that Smith’s family testified against 2 innocent women at the trials? Why is his family always associated with witchcraft?
Smith’s Scheme to Purchase Fake Plates
If the plates were real why would Smith need to purchase fake plates to convince people his story was true?
Smith’s Seer Stone Retained by LDS Church
Why does the Church hold onto Smith’s seer stone?
We examined a Christmas devotional at LDS Business College and asking why they’re venerating Joe Smith instead of Jesus during the Christmas Season.
The Descriptions of Joseph Smith, pt 1
The Descriptions of Joseph Smith, pt 2
The Occult in Mormonism & the Life of Joseph Smith
Joe Smith’s life shows a track record of witchcraft, Satanism, Astrology, and other occult practices. Is his life a picture of a man called of God or …?
(77 Descriptions of Smith + questions for Mormons on commemoration of Smith’s death)
The Village Magician & Retrofitting LDS History
Was Joseph Smith Killed for Being Virtuous?
What It Means to be a Follower of Joseph Smith
Which Prophet is the Greatest?
The Church claims that Smith is greater than Isaiah and even Moses! Is this true?
Why Joseph Smith Hated the Word of God
Will the Real Joseph Smith Please Stand Up?
Don’t Believe ANYTHING that is posted here!!!! go to lds.org!
Delanie –
As I’ve stated before when you commented on another article, we give references for all our resources in each and every article and all those references are from lds.org
What is it that’s upset you so? Why shouldn’t anyone believe the things we’ve posted here?
Your reaction is much like that of the majority of Mormons who come to our site. They accuse us of something we’ve not done and yet they won’t give any specific reasons of what the infraction is.
I was just like you are now Delanie. 30+ years ago I screamed and pitched fits if anyone questioned my beloved prophet Joseph or said anything negative about Mormonism.
Then after awhile I tired of always being in a raunchy mood and wanted to be articulate enough to carry on an adult conversation with those who opposed my views. Taking a debate class in college really helped as well.
What I found out was that I was the one in the wrong, thus the website.
We’re praying for you Delanie and hope to hear from you again.
With Love in Christ;
Michelle
1 Cor 1:18
U crazy…
There are thing that u talk about that a crazy, you don’t know what you are talking about… U gotta investigate more bro.