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Saints Unscripted is a show with faithful, hilarious Mormons with different opinions on being Mormon.
In this video, our hosts dive into the world of dating within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, answering your burning questions and sharing personal insights. Whether you're a member of the LDS community or just curious about how dating works in this unique culture, we've got you covered!
We are so grateful to have Tyler join us to share PART 2 of his story of coming back to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and having his blessings restored! Tyler left the church some years ago and then decided to come back. But coming back and having his blessings restored was a long, long waiting process. 0:45 - From Grace to Grace (follow below!!) 1:20 - Recap of Tyler’s journey2:30 - The restoration of blessings 3:57 - Where to start with restoration of blessings 5:46 - Writing a letter to the First Presidency 6:48 - Going to the temple without a recommend 8:04 - Application submitted and the waiting process 9:00 - YES! And going through the temple again11:00 - Going through for the first time vs now 12:52 - Numbered among the saints and repentance 13:37 - Nervousness about not knowing 15:47 - Advice for those going through the process of restoration of blessings 17:30 - Where Tyler is now!FOLLOW TYLER!! https://socials.fromgracetograce.comInstagram: tylerkurtgordon
We recently asked our audience on Instagram for questions they had about being a male in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In this episode, Brett, Wilson, and David respond to the audience-submitted questions!
Today we explore a well-debated question: Can scriptures be allegory and still hold truth? We explore different perspectives on religious texts, examining the balance between literal interpretations and allegorical meanings. We discuss how stories and parables can convey profound truths without being historically factual. While there are lots of thoughts about the Bible, we also talk about whether or not the Book of Mormon relies on literalism. Whether you're a scholar, a believer, or just curious, this conversation promises to challenge and inspire your understanding of spiritual narratives.
The time has come for Saints Unscripted to go through a break up... but don't worry, the OG Saints Unscripted content isn't going ANYWHERE! Keep following Saints Unscripted to see your favorite discussion videos on the doctrine, policies, and practices of the Church. And subscribe to our NEW CHANNEL for conversion stories of all sorts! LATTER-DAY BELIEVERS is the perfect place for videos to give you hope and encouragement as you recommit your life to Jesus Christ. FOLLOW LATTER-DAY BELIEVERS!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latterdaybelieversFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/latterdaybelievers
RYAN MERCER, FRIENDS!! If you've ever been in the comment section on any of our videos, you have seen Ryan's name because he is our MOST FAITHFUL follower. Everyone at Saints Unscripted loves Ryan (you love him too, fellow YouTuber). And we had no idea how incredible and difficult and happy Ryan's conversion story was until we had this conversation with him recently. He talks about witchcraft, Islam, getting baptized, going inactive, finding Saints Unscripted, and recommitting his life to Jesus Christ. 0:00 - Introduction 1:06 - Ryan’s faith background 2:28 - Passing of Ryan’s stepfather3:08 - Witchcraft as religious practice 3:35 - Spiritual Satanism 5:05 - Attending Islam 6:14 - First exposure to Mormonism 7:20 - Requesting a Book of Mormon8:40 - Baptism9:10 - Going inactive10:50 - First General Conference experience11:45 - Medical scare12:50 - Finding Saints Unscripted and reactivating 13:55 - Importance of a patriarchal blessing15:08 - Meeting his wife on mutual17:20 - Becoming fully active18:45 - It just makes sense 21:00 - What the church teaches feels like a complete puzzle 23:34 - Feeling like he had to hide his faith 24:13 - Ryan’s advice
Dana Kimmell joined the church as a Hollywood actress and was immediately faced with tough decisions that would impact her career forever. Because of Dana’s example of dedication and devotion, generations have been blessed. Kyle is the son of Dana and is an example of someone who has been blessed immensely by the life and choices of Dana. 0:00 - Introduction 0:48 - Dana’s belief in Jesus and desire to be an actress 1:30 - Moving to Fresno, California2:20 - Auditioning for a movie and learning that the producer was LDS 3:50 - Los Angeles Visitor’s Center and meeting the missionaries 4:36 - Lyman Dayton answering Dana’s questions 5:12 - Temple Square and Jesus teaching in the Americas 6:10 - Decision to be baptized 6:48 - Very supportive parents 9:04 - Acting in comedies and different pilots9:33 - Friday the 13th Part Three 9:55 - Agent finds Dana a part in The Terminator 11:16 - Asking to remove the inappropriate parts 12:14 - Kyle upset about Dana’s turning down the role 14:05 - Kyle takes a songwriting class with Dan Reynolds 16:10 - Checking Facebook and seeing a post from Dan 18:18 - Post goes viral, significant backlash 19:05 - Response to Kyle’s prayer 20:30 - The legacy of faith that impacts generations 21:22 - It is what it is! 22:22 - God will make everything right 23:25 - True lasting happiness 24:35 - Return to God and repent and be converted to be healed 25:40 - Continuing to act 26:30 - Book about making the decision to leave acting27:54 - Reaching for the Brightest Star READ KYLE'S BOOK:Reaching for the Brightest Star: www.amazon.com/Reaching-Brightest-Star-Kyle-Dane-ebook/dp/B0CW7YG25RFOLLOW KYLE:https://youtube.com/@reachingforthebrighteststar?si=E1wchgSUNJFf5XwlDANA'S JEWELRY COMPANY: GMEERA.com
Maurice and Krispin from Brothaz in the Foyer join us today to discuss how they have reconciled with negative experiences they have had in the church. They talk about being raised by single mothers and the negative experiences they had from leaders and professors. But they choose to stay active in the church. Don't miss this one!! 0:00 - Introduction0:35 - Introduction of Maurice 1:24 - Introduction of Krispin 4:00 - How have you reconciled with negative experiences you’ve had in the church? 4:54 - Only black members of the church 5:30 - Discrimination from youth leaders 7:35 - President Nelson speaking more openly about the negative 9:35 - You can’t be in line with the church if you have ill feelings towards people outside of their character 11:07 - Growing up in a single-parent household 12:30 - Mixed race difficulties 13:20 - Talk by Elder Bednar about choosing not to be offended 14:25 - Discrimination from university professor 16:00 - Why do you stay? 17:15 - When you know something is right, you know it is right FOLLOW BROTHAZ IN THE FOYER!! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brothazinthefoyerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brothazinthefoyer/Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brothaz-in-the-foyer-podcast/id1721438010
Brothaz in the Foyer are back with Isiah and Christian as they discuss how to balance faith with all the other obligations in their life. In today's fast-paced world, finding a balance between faith, religion, and our numerous life obligations can be challenging. In this episode, Isiah and Christian discusses how to integrate your spiritual practices into daily life without feeling overwhelmed.0:00 - Introduction 0:33 - Introduction of Isiah 1:44 - Introduction of Christian2:20 - How to balance faith with all other obligations 3:42 - Faith isn’t just something you believe but something you do4:47 - Growing up in Haiti - going day by day 7:20 - What happens when you become more like Christ 8:50 - Marriage and the gospel 9:39 - Teaching kids the gospel 12:45 - Church with kids FOLLOW BROTHAZ IN THE FOYER! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brothazinthefoyerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brothazinthefoyer/Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brothaz-in-the-foyer-podcast/id1721438010
Brothaz in the Foyer members Raymond and Will join us to share their thoughts on race has impacted their faith in the gospel of Jesus Christ. They share stories and examples from their own life and talk about the importance of their faith.
0:00 - Introduction 1:58 - Race is always a part of the conversation 3:00 - Jesus Christ is the ultimate example 3:20 - Teaching nonmembers about the church as a black member 4:00 - Differences in the Tongan ward and English ward 4:34 - Stake President story 5:42 - Helping ancestors on the other side of the veil 6:25 - Genealogical blessings 7:55 - The culture vs the gospel of Jesus Christ 8:44 - Love thy neighbor as thyself 9:48 - Will seeing his mom as an example 11:42 - Conversion is a daily thing 13:34 - Don’t allow the thoughts of others to jeopardize your eternal salvation
We are elated to be joined by Brothaz in the Foyer! In this episode, we get to hear from Andrew Smith and Isaiah Gray as they share the beginnings of their project, choosing to be members of the church, and maintaining their testimonies of the gospel of Jesus Christ. These men are spiritual powerhouses! 0:00 - Introduction 2:44 - The beginnings of Brothaz in the Foyer 5:29 - Barbershop experience 6:42 - Why choose to be members of the church? 8:15 - Knowing the church is true 10:15 - Joseph Smith going through persecution 11:16 - The power of individual powerful experiences 12:15 - Finding the Church of Jesus Christ 14:00 - The priesthood ban FOLLOW BROTHAZ IN THE FOYER: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brothazinthefoyerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brothazinthefoyer/Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brothaz-in-the-foyer-podcast/id1721438010TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brothazinthefoyer
Chantel shares her story of wanting to go back to church, doing some research, finding lots of negative things about the Church of Jesus Christ, and then meeting with the missionaries of the church. She was baptized in just 24 days! Thanks for sharing your story with us, Chantel! 0:00 - Introduction0:58 - Chantel decides to to back to church 1:20 - Researching the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 1:51 - Seeing the same YouTube ad over and over and meeting with the missionaries3:01 - Hearing from the missionaries changed everything 4:28 - Tenants of the gospel that Chantel loved 5:25 - Reaction of her family 7:30 - Constantly learning8:55 - Words of advice
Martin Evans joins us today to share some incredible findings on the second book of Nephi in the Book of Mormon. He talks about the legal conventions found in 2 Nephi and how these findings have impacted him. 0:00 - Introduction 0:30 - Martin’s Biography 1:47 - Studying more about the characteristics of Nephi 2:30 - 2 Nephi 6:13:25 - Scriptures following legal conventions 4:32 - Importance of sealing the record in a legal context 7:45 - The law of witnesses 9:35 - The 10 commandment tablets are a witness of God 10:50 - Legal evidence that the Savior lives 13:19 - Is Nephi is obsessive? Or is he purposely building a case? 14:26 - Validating/notarizing the deposition 18:15 - Plaintiff statements 21:00 - Words can mean reality 22:55 - The job of the scribes of the Dead Sea Scrolls 25:50 - Why is Nephi acting as a copiest in certain places? 27:50 - Harmonizing the text 30:15 - Nephi makes an oath 32:00 - How has this impacted you? 32:40 - 2 Nephi is a book of prophecy 34:55 - 2 Nephi shows how God works generallyRead Martin's article here!! https://journal.interpreterfoundation.org/second-nephi-as-a-legal-document/
Kristyn Morgan joins us today to talk about living an authentic life and keeping things real. She talks about how people connect with genuine so being genuine is paramount to connection. Thank you so much for joining us on Saints Unscripted, Kristyn! 0:00 - Introduction 1:28 - Kristyn starts posting on Instagram 2:30 - Utah is different :) 3:05 - Wishing for perfection 5:00 - Social media is changing and authenticity is embraced 5:40 - Hate on Instagram 7:50 - How to embrace differences 9:40 - Kaitlyn gets a Subaru; Kristyn talks about her 15-passenger van 11:07 - Fakeness in Utah? 12:34 - People connect with genuine 13:30 - Loneliness in Utah 16:53 - Real friend meet ups 19:00 - Kristyn’s daughter opens up about coming home from her mission 22:25 - How to be more authentic
Uliti of Covenant Captures joined us as a guest on Saints Unscripted to talk about judgment… and his insights are incredible!! This is an episode you don’t want to miss!
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Louisa was baptized while earning her Masters in Theology from Boston University. For as long as she can remember, she has dealt with severe mental health challenges. After joining the church and studying more about church history, she learned that Prophet George Albert Smith suffered significant mental health challenges as well. In our interview with Louisa, she talks about her conversion as well as being a wounded healer, following the example of Jesus Christ.
We are grateful to have Stephen from Mormonism with the Murph back on the show to talk about Book of Mormon evidences!!
In this discussion, Saints Unscripted hosts Kaitlyn, Lauren, and David talk about the afterlife and what heaven might look like for those who are members of the Church of Jesus Christ and those who are not. Their thoughts might surprise you!!
Today Kerry talks about the importance of being separated from God in order to yearn for Him.
KERRY'S BOOK: The Easter Connection: https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html
In this thought-provoking discussion, our hosts come together to share their perspectives on the changes within the Church of Jesus Christ, reflecting on its rich history and embracing the dynamics of adaptation and growth.
We are elated to have Kurt Francom join us on Saints Unscripted to talk about God's grace. Kurt recently wrote a book called "Is God Disappointed In Me?" Kurt's message is one of navigating the "do more" mentality to feel more of God's love and acceptance instead of focusing on our shortcomings.
Today on Saints Unscripted we read some of the most controversial topics in the LDS Church and respond with our opinions on the topics. We discuss things like piercings, energy drinks, garment wearing, the church’s financial situation, and more!!
Why are Mormons (members of the LDS Church) seemingly always happy? Is it possible to be happy all of the time? Dr. Paul Jenkins is known as being 'pathologically positive' and rightly so! However, Dr. Jenkins' life hasn't been perfect -- and certainly has had moments of potential negative reactions. In this episode, Dr. Jenkins shares his thoughts on how to choose positivity. He shares some vulnerable moments in his life where postivity didn't seem natural but how he found value in looking for the good. Free book!! https://drpauljenkins.com/su FOLLOW DR. PAUL!YouTube: http://YouTube.com/liveonpurposetv
How many of us look up to someone in some way and want to be like them? How many of us question our thoughts and beliefs when one of our heroes start to question their beliefs? In this episode, we talk about what to do when our heroes FAIL. We also discuss our thoughts on which influencer we should truly follow.
In this episode, the illustrious Ben Spackman joins us on Saints Unscripted to talk about how science and religion work in similar ways and can work in congruence. He shares his thoughts on the creation theory and how science and religion can support one another. He talks about dinosaurs and the different theories behind dinosaur fossils. Ben, we thank you for sharing your knowledge with us and with the world!
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Thomas McConkie, founder of Lower Lights School of Wisdom and author At-One-Ment, joins us today to share his wisdom about learning to love himself and in turn, learning to love those around him. Thomas is an active Latter-day Saint and has nearly 25 years of Buddhist practice. His wisdom in mindfulness, meditation, and mental work is expansive and powerful. In this interview, expect to hear important lessons about finding one-ness and becoming more at peace with yourself and those around you. Thank you, Thomas!! Follow Thomas: Lower Lights: https://lowerlightswisdom.org/At-One-Ment: https://www.amazon.com/At-One-Ment-Human-Divinity-Thomas-Wirthlin-McConkie/dp/1953677169
In this episode, we had the pleasure of listening to Steven Bishop share his story of faith, change, and complete conversion. He talks about the necessity in being spiritually reborn and committing fully to Jesus Christ. Steven shares how he has grown in his testimony of Jesus Christ as he's experienced some intense challenges throughout his life. Steven, thanks for sharing your story with us! Check out this important message by Elder Bednar: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X8itAeHBrhgURK_f4NvYhxfkV9QoDDSW/viewRead Steven's Book! https://www.puttingonchrist.com/
We're back with the two newest hosts of Saints Unscripted! Brett and Wilson share their conversion stories to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church).
We are ELATED to hear Meka Reed's conversion story! Meka is the author of the inspiring book, My Dot Matters. She is one of the most kind, patient, and strong women we have ever met. This is a story you don't want to miss!
READ MEKA'S BOOK! https://mydotmatters.com/
We are ELATED to share this incredible conversation that we had with Devin Supertramp! Devin Graham started his YouTube channel many years ago and didn’t expect the speed at which his channel grew. Today he talks about starting his YouTube channel, facing some conundrums with his channel and his morals, meeting his spiritually strong wife, and dedicating himself to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Devin is a firm believer in the Book of Mormon and explains how his daily reading of the Book of Mormon has transformed his life. He also talks about his happiness in family life, thanks to his dedication to his morals and beliefs. Thank you for joining us and sharing your story, Devin! FOLLOW DEVIN: YouTube: @devinsupertrampInstagram: https://instagram.com/devinsupertrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/devinsupertramp?mibextid=LQQJ4d
In this episode, Lauren interviews Jennifer Roach, a therapist and survivor of sexual abuse from clergy members. Jennifer answers questions about common claims made against the Church of Jesus Christ (the LDS Church) and their response to child abuse among clergy members. Jennifer shares the ways in which we can prevent child abuse and foster a safe environment for children. She shares how the LDS Church prevents child abuse today and what can be done moving forward. READ THE ARTICLES: I Know How to Lower Church Abuse Rates by 75%, by Jennifer Roach: https://publicsquaremag.org/sexuality-family/sexual-abuse/how-reduce-abuse-churches/Understanding Latter-day Saint Abuse Case in Idaho, by Christopher Cunningham: https://publicsquaremag.org/politics-law/legal/a-misguided-crusade-how-mandatory-reporting-fails-our-children/
Today we are joined by Jennifer Finalyson-Fife, one of our favorite teachers! Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is a relationship & sexuality coach with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. She teaches online personal and sexual development courses. Today Jennifer answers our questions about modesty!
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Valiant Jones joined us to share his insights in finding connections between the Book of Mormon and the temple. The connections he has found are so clear and perfect and life-changing as you read and study about the temple and temple covenants. Thank you for joining us, Valiant!
Cheyenne joins us to share her conversion story to the Church of Jesus Christ and YOU GUYS!!! It is SO GOOD!!!
Jake Dalton joins us to share his conversion story and it is SO COOL!! Jake has traveled the world, lived on the beach, and learned some powerful lessons.
We frequently receive questions about how to start a social media account that is focused on faith. Today Ben joins us and shares his experience starting For All the Saints Podcast! He talks about how he knew he needed to start his channel, how he deals with haters, and what his content aims to achieve. His channel is faith promoting, inspiring, and positive. Thanks for joining us, Ben! FOLLOW BEN!! YouTube: @forallthesaintspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forallthesaintspod/Facebook: facebook.com/forallthesaintspodApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-all-the-saints/id1703815271
Wiktoria and Karol are joining us from Poland! We’re so grateful for their stories and their examples. They share their faith journey with us as well as their love story! *Wiktoria and Karol go by Victoria and Charles in English. For the duration of this episode, we use their English names:)
In this heartfelt interview, we dive deep into the power of gratitude with our special guest, Taylor Church 🙏 Taylor shares his inspiring journey of finding gratitude in the simple moments of daily life.In a world that often moves at a rapid pace, Taylor's perspective on gratitude serves as a beacon of positivity and mindfulness. Throughout the conversation, he opens up about the transformative impact of embracing gratitude, even in the midst of life's challenges.Taylor highlights how finding gratitude has become a cornerstone of his daily routine. His insights offer a refreshing reminder to pause, reflect, and express appreciation for the small joys that surround us.FOLLOW TAYLOR: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorchurch44/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylorchurch44Spotify: Of Stone and Clay
We are honored to have Jace Devaux join us on Saints Unscripted to share his incredibly difficult journey through faith, health, and identity. In this interview, Jace shares his story of finding the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church) and how he converted to the faith after hearing from a variety of other faith practices. Years after his conversion, Jace found himself fighting some intense health challenges, such as POTS and EDS type 3. Jace left the church in the midst of these challenges but found himself wanting to return. Jace also shares about journey as a gay member of the LDS Church and as a gay christian. His journey has been powerful and meaningful.
Are you curious about what happens when you meet a Mormon missionary for the first time? In this video, we provide all the details on what to expect during your initial encounter with these dedicated messengers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Lauren is a convert to the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and describes her initial reaction. Sabrina is a returned missionary who explains what it's like to talk to non-members who are interested in the church. Whether you're considering inviting missionaries in for a chat or just want to understand more about their approach, this video will offer valuable insights to make your interaction more comfortable and informative.
Today on Saints Unscripted, Brett Fotheringham joins us to share his experience in hearing from God and learning how God speaks to him. Brett talks about how God talks to people, why God talks to people, and what one can do to hear God speaking to them. Brett, thanks for joining us! And if you loved this episode with Brett, just you wait because we have MANY MORE coming soon!!!
We are elated to hear from Rachel Potts today about her conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! Rachel shares her experience of learning about Donny and Marie Osmond and learning about the Mormon Church. She attended an event with the Osmonds and began feeling the spirit. She felt like God was speaking to her through music. She felt a particular connection to Merrill Osmond who had also experienced mental health challenges like she did. Rachel began reading the Book of Mormon and began a deep conversion to Jesus Christ.
Once again we’re back with an episode in which we respond to your comments!! We love the comments (both positive and negative) that we receive on our channel. We read every comment! In this episode, we chose some comments at random and responded authentically.
Today Brett and Sabrina are joined with Sabrina's dad, Darren, to talk about our missionary experiences. Darren served 37 years ago in New Zealand. How much has changed since then for missionaries? Listen to find out!
We’re so grateful to be hearing from Jake today! 0:41- Jake introduces himself. Jake was raised with different faiths, his parents and grandparents having differing beliefs. 1:30- Jake’s grandfather joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after learning about the church’s emphasis on genealogy, something he really enjoyed. 2:22- It came time for Jake to choose where to attend school. He had two major choices and ended up feeling strongly to choose a catholic school. He took some christianity classes while in school but wasn’t impacted by them. 3:04- Jake received a call that his grandfather had passed away. His bishop spoke at the funeral about life after death, which piqued Jake’s interest but only momentarily. 4:03- Jake went back to school and began noticing his dependance on alcohol. He wanted to remove himself from social situations that would cause his alcoholism to spike so he began to take on more time at one of his job locations called Sub Zero. 5:06- Jake made friends with some new coworkers who seemed very optimistic and happy. He began learning more about what made them different. He learned that they were members of the LDS Church. 6:02- One of his coworkers mentioned to Jake that she was going to get married in the temple of the LDS Church. Jake said that her response caused him to feel the spirit for the first time. 7:35- Tracey invited Jake to church for the first time after receiving her mission call. She also gave Jake a Book of Mormon with passages outlined that would be interesting to Jake. 9:44- Jake hasn’t ever been interested in reading but when he began reading the Book of Mormon, he couldn’t put the book down. He prayed about the book and learned some powerful lessons. 11:09- The missionaries kept trying to meet with Jake but he didn’t seem to have time for all of the lessons. 12:08- Jake quit drinking. He also began going on dates with Tracey, though they both knew she’d be serving a mission in just a few months. 13:00- Jake wondered if he should be baptized and said yes to the invitation from the missionaries to be baptized. And suddenly, people began questioning his intentions. Was it all just for Tracey? Did he really believe? 14:08- Jake opened his scriptures and read a powerful scripture that secured his decision to be baptized. 15:21- Jake was baptized on December 5th, less than 2 weeks before Tracey left on her mission. 16:47- Jake requested his grandfather’s patriarchal blessing and in transcript read that if his grandfather did his family history, his family on this side of the veil would receive the gospel. 18:07- Jake gives some powerful advice!
Daniel shares his story about his mission in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served in New England. Daniel describes his mission as challenging but beautiful. During Daniel's mission he was diagnosed with anxiety and OCD. Daniel always knew that mental health challenges were present in his life but he didn't feel the weight of the challenges until he was serving on his mission.
In this episode, Kaitlyn and Sabrina talk about JOY! How do we find joy? Is joy different than happiness? Can someone be joyful all of the time? What do I do if I'm not joyful?
On this episode of Saints Unscripted, Gustavo shared his incredible conversion story! Gustavo was born and raised in Mexico City. He was also raised in a very religious household. He had many spiritual experiences but struggled with mental health challenges and other difficult life challenges. Gustavo came across a video that attempted to disprove the Church of Jesus Christ. He then began to research the criticisms of the church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and saw lots of personal experiences about how the church had caused harm. He began to feel totally alone. He wasn’t sure if he could ask questions on the church but also didn’t want to leave the church. He felt lost and confused.
We're stoked to be joined by Spencer Schmidt as he shares his musical journey with us! Spencer shares his story of feeling deeply inspired to devote more attention to his musical interests. Spencer comes from a musical household, his dad being Jon Schmidt of the Piano Guys, so music has always been a powerful tool in his life. After losing his sister in a hiking accident, Spencer recalled the music that was of most interest to her and decided it was that genre in which he wanted to pursue his work.
David Douglas shares his story of conversion as a teenager living in Florida. His story is so powerful! David talks about praying to know if God was real. Shortly after his prayer, he fell asleep and had a unique dream. Little did he know that his dream would come back to his mind years later and verify the spirit he was feeling!! At age 15, David wanted to prioritize God in his life. He had attended different churches but finally felt a pull to the LDS Church after speaking with a friend who talked about the priesthood. David's story doesn't end there!
Today on the show, the remarkable Lizzie and Nate Cottrell join us to share their story of pregnancy complications, the death of their child, and the challenges to their faith through it all. In 2019, Lizzie gave birth to twin boys born at 26 weeks gestation. One of the sweet boys died after one day and the surviving son was sent to the NICU for 8 months, being sent home with a tracheostomy at the end of his stay. The challenges continued as Lizzie and Nate learned how to care for their son who was still on a ventilator. Nate and Lizzie share how they were able to keep their faith in Jesus Christ and find strength in him, thanks to the help of those around them.
Today we had the incredible opportunity to talk to Matthew Godfrey about a unique character in LDS church history, John C Bennett. Matthew shares John's fascinating story and explains how he fits in church history. Matthew is a historian for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). He has done extensive research for the Joseph Smith Papers and continues to work with the church in sharing church history. John C Bennett had a variety of professional interests throughout his life including a medical background and military background. He reached out to Joseph Smith to express his disappointment in how Joseph had been treated. He then meets Joseph and joins the young LDS Church. He quickly gains popularity in the church, becoming the mayor in Nauvoo, and an assistant president to the First Presidency of the Church. However, soon John finds himself in the midst of controversy.
Cecilia shares her story of faith, trials, miracles, and happiness. She talks about how she went through many mental health issues and couldn't seem to find a way out of her difficulties. She grew up in very difficult circumstances and constantly found herself falling back into such difficulties. Finally Cecilia decided to pray to God for help. Shortly after, she saw missionaries and knew that God put them in her path for a reason.
Why should I go to church?? Is it necessary to go to the full 2 hours of church? Why is church important? In this episode, we answer these questions and more. Below are some answers we discuss:- Worshiping God is a commandment- The Sacrament helps us remember Jesus- God’s Church relies on you- Church services teach and uplift- God can speak to you
Today we had a very unique opportunity to talk to a service missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Austin is the cream of the crop, as you'll soon see! Austin was called to a service mission in 2019. He always dreamed of serving a mission, particularly a mission on Temple Square in Salt Lake City. In this episode, Austin talks about what a service mission is like and his experience in the LDS Church.
Jon Schmidt, famous pianist and member of The Piano Guys, joined us on Saints Unscripted today to share his experiences with music, faith, and family. Jon talks about his process in writing music, where he generates ideas for his music, what it's like to be a member of the Piano Guys, and how his family has been fundamental to his career. Jon Schmidt is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church) and shares his faith without hesitation on his platforms.
We are elated to sit down with Loren Marks and hear his thoughts on the impact of a home-centered gospel. Loren has been studying the impact of faith on family for decades. In this episode, he discusses the content of his book, Home-Centered Gospel Learning and Living.
Today we are joined by one of our favorite scholars, Gerrit Dirkmaat! Gerrit recently co-authored a book called “Let's Talk About the Translation of the Book of Mormon.” In the book, Gerrit shares his research on how the Book of Mormon was translated, including the common misconceptions and little-known facts.
Today on Saints Unscripted we do a fun activity that is familiar to most members of the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Today we try and relate as many random things to the gospel as we can! Do you know that person who stands up at every Fast and Testimony meeting to share how their weekend adventures made them think about the gospel in some abstract way? Well today we are them!!
Julie and Aaron Bujnowski joined us on Saints Unscripted to share their most recent project and one that has already impacted many people. During the pandemic of 2020, Julie and Aaron began writing down their experiences and feelings pertaining to the Latter-day Saint temple. They were eventually prompted to share their written thoughts with the world through a published book. In their book, they share their many temple insights and how each of us can gain more perspective and love as we study about the temple.
In this episode we are joined by the brilliant and kind Lauren Cassidy! Lauren moved to Utah from New York just a few years ago after she converted to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Lauren joins us to share her conversion story. Lauren grew up knowing about God and did her best to live a good life. However, she wasn't praying to God and wasn't quite sure where religion would fit into her life. During her sophomore year in college, Lauren found a Bible in her dorm and decided to read as much of. the scriptures as she could. She began searching for a community of believers where she could engage with the scriptures with likeminded people. Lauren shares her experience searching for a religion and coming across the Church of Jesus Christ.
Johnny Harris, YouTuber and independent journalist, recently made a video titled "The REAL Story of the Mormon Church." But what do active Mormons (correctly known as Latter-day Saints) think about his video? Does the video portray the real story of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or are there incorrect portrayals of the history of the Mormon Church? Was Joseph Smith a fraud? Are the origins of the Book of Mormon a complete hoax? In this episode, David Snell watches the video by ex-Mormon Johnny Harris and responses as a faithful Latter-day Saint.
Everyone who has served a mission has a crazy story about their mission. Well, we recently came across an article that claimed to have some of the craziest mission stories ever! We wanted to put the stories to the test to see if they really were as crazy as they claimed to be. We’d love to know what you think about these mission stories :) Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are accustomed to seeing 19 and 20 year old men and women leave to different parts of the world to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. During one’s mission, many beautiful and challenging experiences occur— some having to do with theology, some being totally secular. In this episode, we share hilarious stories on the more secular side of the spectrum. Check out Third Hour for more stories like these!
Levi shares his story of growing up with lots of exposure to religion. He realized in high school that based on his life trajectory, he wouldn’t make it past 21 years of age. He decided it was time to look into religion because he became concerned about the afterlife. One night, Levi asked God to send religion to him. The next morning he heard a knock on the door. He began talking with the Jehovah Witnesses for 6 months but became frustrated. Due to some unfortunate experiences, Levi decided to quit his search of religion. His mom, however, had different plans. Watch the video to hear how Levi’s life dramatically changed!
Have you seen the latest photo of Joseph Smith?! If so, you probably have a lot of questions (as did we!). We brought Curtis Weber to the show to talk about his extensive research on the subject and his research is fascinating! Thanks so much for joining us, Curtis!
Today we are joined by Tyler Gordon, one of the kindest people we have had on the show. We chatted with Tyler before this episode about his experiences and the spirit he brought with him was powerful and humble. We are so grateful for his vulnerability in sharing his story! Tyler grew up in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission faithfully and “checked the boxes.” Upon his return home, he was quickly exposed to anti-Mormon content and quickly lost his faith as he dove deeper and deeper into the claims made against his faith. He decided to remove his records and distance himself from the church. Tyler then saw the missionaries outside and asked them for their help in carrying his groceries. He never would have expected what would come next!
Have you ever heard of Pioneer Day, an official holiday in Utah? Many Utahans celebrate the day that Mormon pioneers arrived in Utah before Utah was settled. Many pioneers died on the trek across the plains, though many miracles took place on their journey to Utah. In this episode, we take a quiz to test our knowledge about the Mormon pioneers!
Elizabeth joins us today to share her remarkable story of faith, conversion, excommunication, and regaining her faith. If you watch any Saints Unscripted episode, this is the one to watch!! Elizabeth powerfully shares how she grew up in unfavorable circumstances but remained strong in the faith. Unfortunately, poor relationships and temptations grew and grew until she found herself about to lose her membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Elizabeth didn’t think she’s be excommunicated (now called “withdrawal of membership) until she was. Her bishop said some profound words that impacted her forever. Listen as she shares her journey coming back to the faith!!
We recently had the privilege of hearing Kahlen's story of faith and forgiveness. Today we share his story with you and know you'll find strength from his words! Kahlen grew up in Utah as a non-member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). He joined the church with help from his friend but quickly left after joining. He joined the Marines and experienced many mental health challenges. He talks about a particular event in which he wasn't sure if he should keep suffering. Through the grace of God he found his way back to the church --- and it doesn't stop there!
We love seeing your comments on our YouTube videos, Instagram stories, Facebook posts, and TikTok account! Some of you are kind, some of you are savage, and some of you might just be here to troll -- but we love you for being here and hope we bring some happiness to your day! In this episode, we read some of your comments and respond completely unscripted!
We are elated to hear from Kerry Muhlestein on our channel today! Kerry is an incredible scholar with a great sense of humor. We had a blast hearing from him about the controversial Book of Abraham. Here are some things Kerry addresses in this video: What are some of the most common/ most problematic assumptions that Latter-day Saints and/or non-Latter-day Saints are making (or have made, historically) about the history of the Book of Abraham? What tips can you give us and our viewers to help us learn to recognize (and be confident in) revelation when it comes?Many of your online critics claim that because you believe that Joseph Smith was a prophet -- because that is your starting point -- you have closed yourself off to the possibility of the Book of Abraham being false or fraudulent. The general claim is that this is an academically unsound approach, and that your scholarship is suspect because you're unwilling to consider those conclusions that might challenge your worldview.
Have you ever felt the Holy Ghost or the Holy Spirit? Have you ever wondered what feeling the spirit might feel like? Can I feel the Holy Ghost if I'm not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church)? In this episode, we talk about what it's like to feel the Holy Ghost, how the gift of the Holy Ghost differs from the Holy Ghost, and we read responses from our Instagram audience about their thoughts on the Holy Ghost. Let us know what you learned in the comments below!!
We are elated to have our good friend Stephen Smoot back on Saints Unscripted! Stephen Smoot is one of our favorite scholars (and will soon be yours as well :)). In this episode, we ask Stephen about the authenticity of the Book of Abraham, where to start when trying to understand the facsimiles in the Book of Abraham, and what Stephen has learned from his in-depth study of the Book of Abraham. Stephen discusses the myths and misconceptions about the Book of Abraham. If you have had questions about the Book of Abraham, this video is for you!!
We are stoked to have a conversation with David Boice on the show today! David is the host of 52 Churches in 52 Weeks and today he tells us his story of faith and adventure. David talks about having a falling out with his church and decided to distance himself from churches to focus primarily on spirituality. However, he had a prompting to attend 52 churches in 52 weeks. David says that through his experience of attending different churches, he was humbled to learn how many differences there were in worshiping Jesus Christ. He has now visited over 100 churches! He explains his first experience visiting a LDS Church (otherwise known as a Mormon Church) and how surprised he was in leaning about the people and the teachings. His biggest surprise about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was the emphasis on Jesus Christ.
Michelle's story is one of our favorite stories. Michelle had a great interest in spirituality and religion. She moved to Idaho to learn more about religion and quickly ran into lots of information about Mormons (known as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). Fast forward a little while and Michelle found herself on an airplane sitting next to a cowboy named Merlin. The two instantly had a connection. After their flight, they stayed in communication and Michelle quickly learned that Merlin was a member of the LDS Church. She began doing more research after realizing the many things that resonated with her beliefs. But her friends were worried about her joining the 'Mormon cult'. You HAVE to watch the rest of the episode to hear what happened! Thanks for joining us, Michelle!
Have you ever had questions about LDS priesthood blessings? How does someone with priesthood authority give a blessing? How does a priesthood holder know what to say when giving a blessing? Spencer joins us today to share some powerful findings about priesthood blessings. Spencer conducted over 100 interviews with men who have given priesthood blessings with the purpose of learning more about how the words come to them, how they feel during the blessing, and how the receiver receives the blessing. Listening to Spencer share his knowledge was fascinating. There is so much to be learned from blessings and we're so grateful to have heard from Spencer. Thank you so much for joining us, Spencer!
originally posted on YouTube near Father's Day
We LOVE the good dads in our lives! We are grateful for Father’s Day each year which gives us extra reason to celebrate the father figures in our lives. In this episode, we celebrate dads by sharing our favorite “dad jokes.” Each host shares a joke to the other host in hopes of generating a good ol’ Father’s Day belly laugh. Are the dad jokes good enough to crack the hosts? Let’s see how many laughs we can get! Did you laugh at any of the dad jokes shared in this video? What is your favorite dad joke? Let us know in the comments below!! And happy Father’s Day to the good dads who do so much good for their families!
We are incredibly grateful for the knowledge and insight of Heath Odgen on our show today as he discusses the importace of embracing science as faithful members of the LDS Church (otherwise kwown as the Mormon Church). Heath discusses his interest in evolution and how he reconciles evolution and the theory of Adam and Eve. The theory of evolution doesn't have to contradict believe in the story of Adam and Eve but that both can be supported by each other. Do Mormons believe in evolution? Should Mormons believe in evolution? Both of these questions are explored by Heath in today's episode!!
For many decades, there has been speculation that Joseph Smith (first prophet of the LDS Church) did not practice polygamy. The speculation has ebbed and flowed over the years, though the conspiracy has picked up steam more recently. LDS scholar and friend of Saints Unscripted, Brian Hales, agreed to address the controversy on today’s episode. Brian addresses accounts of polygamy, how different types of scholars navigate history, and how to address specific claims made against Joseph Smith’s polygamy. While the subject of polygamy is uncomfortable and might be happily dismissed altogether, the truth is that Joseph Smith practiced polygamy. We aren’t defending the practice but rather acknowledging true historical events.
Derek and Denise Galanis join us on Saints Unscripted to talk about Derek's conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Derek grew up in a family of crime. Prison and crime were natural parts of his formative years. Derek was convicted in 2001 and then again in 2016 for fraud. Derek talks about reconnecting with Denise, someone he had known earlier in his life, while he was in prison. He and Denise stayed in contact while Derek served his time in some harsh prison conditions. Derek read the Bible and was eventually introduced to the Book of Mormon by Denise. He read the Book of Mormon 4 times while in prison and knew he had to join the church. But joining wouldn't be easy, as he is still on probation for his crime. Watch the video to get the full story!!
Emma Wood is a remarkable new convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! We had the great opportunity of hearing her conversion story. Growing up in Arizona, she knew about members of the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) but didn't have much interest in joining. She decided to go to school in Utah where she began learning more about the Church. She went through some challenging faith crises and had many, many questions about this emerging faith. After years of diligent study, Emma took a huge leap of faith and chose to be baptized. You don't want to miss this episode!!
Ross Richey joins us today to talk about one of the most interesting topics we’ve heard from a guest on Saints Unscripted. He starts with a discussion about ChatGPT and AI. What does that have to do with the gospel of Jesus Christ? Well, Ross focuses on intelligence, something frequently talked about in our scriptures and in our church. David and Sabrina have a moment of expressing their fears about intelligences 😅 and how things might change in our world. Ross then talks about Abraham 3 and its relation to these intelligences. Abraham 3 is quite parallel to what is happening with intelligences in the world, including the need to prove these intelligences to verify their goodness prior to progressing them. 🤯 He discusses the need to determine what is good and give those intelligences choices between good and evil, just as we have been giving commandments and the ability to choose good or evil.
This was released on YouTube around Mother's Day
Today the hosts had NO IDEA what the outline of the episode would be… truly unscripted. They knew the theme would be Mother’s Day but nothing more. We surprised them by having them call a mother figure (in this case, they each chose their mom) and expressing their appreciation for a lesson they were taught by that mother. Kaitlyn talks about her mom’s ability to be calm and steady for her and for everyone around her. Cam talks about his mom’s genuine love for all people, no matter the background.
Talmage served mission for the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Upon his return, Talmage faced a lot of challenges including addiction and pornography issues. He felt worthless and purposeless. However, his family was never going to give up on him, no matter how low he felt. With their faith, he began a long healing process which led him to start an incredible podcast. He talks about what he has learned from the podcast, how he navigates criticism, and how others can get involved in sharing their light.
Filming this episode with Terryl Givens was both humbling and remarkable. Terryl Givens is a leading LDS academic who has written some of our favorite books on many religious topics. Today, Terryl talks about his book, Let’s Talk About Faith and Intellect. Prior to filming this episode, we noted our favorite quotes from his book and asked him to expound on the quotes mentioned. He addresses many topics including the following: - The issue with social media and religion - How people become mad with reason alone (and how faith and intellect are both necessary to thrive) - How logic is found in faith and religion - How the natural world directs us to God Terryl also shares his testimony. He talks about the deep and beauty of the restored gospel. If you haven’t considered the depth of the gospel, try to find those questions in your soul and do the correct research necessary.
On today’s episode, Liz shares her story of growing up in a polygamist family. She and her family moved into a neighborhood of non-polygamists and were quickly judged for their beliefs. But one of the families in the neighborhood truly embraced Liz and her family despite differing beliefs. Liz and her siblings would attend church with this kind-hearted family and Liz eventually wanted to be baptized into their religion- the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (who do not practice polygamy). She was not yet 18 and could not be baptized so as soon as she left for college, she was ready to convert to the Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). But again, she was forced to jump through hoops.
Brooklyn was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). She has fond memories of her childhood, though recognizes how many things could have been experienced more positively. Today she shares how she eventually learned some difficult church history and had poor experiences with church leaders, She felt the need to separate herself from the church which would come with repercussions. Brooklyn talks about how she wishes she was treated by members of the church when she decided to leave. May we all do a better job at respecting and loving our friends and family who choose a different life path than our own!
Dave Dollahite, a good friend of Saints Unscripted, joins us today to talk about his most recent scholarly project, the American Families of Faith Project. David, along with his colleague Loren Marks, have conducted extensive research in the field of families of faith. Their research includes the study of many different families of different religions. Today on Saints Unscripted, Dave specifically answers questions about raising a family in faith, exposing children to different religions, and how to develop holy envy. Thanks so much for joining us, Dave!!
Ben recently joined us to talk about the nature of revelation in the church and has retuned to share some additional gems with us!! Today Ben joins us to talk about implicit context in scriptures. Ben, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the LDS Church) and a historian, shares his thoughts about the importance of understanding content in order to understand context. He discusses how understanding content grants us increased access to the implicit context of the scriptures, thus helping us deepen our interest and love for the scriptures.
Charles knew he had the very best conversion story so he reached out to share with our Saints Unscripted family!! Charles didn't grow up in the church and was actually cautioned from joining the church when he announced his decision to move to Utah. He wasn't planning on joining any religion but quickly began learning more about the gospel and finding friendship in the church. He felt humbled that God would care so much about the details of his life and he found himself seeking Jesus Christ more and more. Thank you so much for joining us, Charles!!
Ben talks about starting with assumptions. He says, “The positions we take follow from the assumptions we make.” Often when we tweak our assumptions first, we’re able to address difficult information with greater understanding. He talks about how we interpret “what scripture says” based on many assumptions, a few of which we would do well to remove or reevaluate. Ben illustrates examples from the Bible and discusses how we might improve our study of scripture and of revelation by focusing on the assumptions we have formulated.
How do I know if I have fully repented? How do I know if God has forgiven me of my sins? In this episode, David and Allex share their thoughts on repentance and about the process of forgiveness. While this topic is complex, we share a basic overview and hope it provides some clarity. But please research do some additional research on your own, as needed!!
Every April and October, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) holds a conference meant for the entire world! The conference is known as General Conference and is cherished by many members of the Church, as it is a time when the prophets and other authorities of the Church share sermons and give prayers. In this episode, we give a recap of our favorite sermons from the General Conference held in April of 2023.
Nicole grew up in Northern Ireland and was raised in the protestant faith. She was discouraged from engaging with people of the catholic faith, as their beliefs contrasted the beliefs she was taught. But she quickly learned that there was goodness everywhere. Around 12 years old, Nicole stopped attending church and prayed infrequently. At age 15, she began to pray more frequently as she was being exposed to many religions but she wasn’t ready to attend any one organized religion. Nicole had many heart wrenching events in her life that caused her to search for God. One of Nicole’s friends had been talking to the Mormons, something that was very surprising to Nicole. So she met the missionaries!!
In this episode, Stephen continues to share his story of leaving the Church of Jesus Christ, determining not to return the Church, and then coming back to the Church. In this episode, he talks about meeting his wife and going through quarantine with an additional faith crisis. His obstacles didn't end with his renewed faith in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Every 6 months (usually the first weekends in April and October), the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) holds a conference for the entire world. It is broadcast all over the internet and accessible to anyone who can access YouTube and LDS.org. In this episode, a host attempts to guess a word written on each card as described by the other host. The words are all General Conference themed! While this episode was meant to be light-hearted, I think you'll all agree that Sabrina was the winner of this General Conference challenge! Let us know how you did on the quiz in the comments below!!
Antonio Movil was 17 years old when he started having a deep interest in learning about christianity. He decided to start studying theology. During his studies, he was required to study about different religions, including about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). He read about the basic doctrine but didn't have much personal experience with members of the Church... until he met a couple at the grocery store! He didn't think much of the encounter and eventually was ordained as a pastor. He was very active as a pastor but always felt like something was missing. The biggest issue for him was the peace that came from the power of the priesthood. He eventually decided to resign as a pastor. Antonio's faith is remarkable! Thanks for sharing your story with us, Antonio!!
Christopher joins us to share his story as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and to give some fascinating insight into his mission. Christopher talks about his formative years in the church and how he came across anti-Mormon material on YouTube very early in his life. He quickly learned some things that made him truly question his beliefs. But with a firm desire to serve a mission, he continued going to church and was called to serve in Farmington, New Mexico, much of which was on an Indian Reservation. He talks about his experience with the Navajo people -- their goodness, their light, and their belief in spirituality. Christopher's experience is one-of-a-kind and we're so grateful to have learned from him!!
Kempton talks about his formative years being distant from the LDS Church, despite much of his extended family having deep roots in the Church. While he was drawn to spiritual things, he wasn't consistently taught about gospel principles. It wasn't until recently that Kempton witnessed a miracle. After praying for a miracle, missionaries stopped by his house and left a note. Kempton knew he couldn't pass up the opportuntiy to learn more about the gospel. He has been on the route to fully integrating himself in the church including receiving his patriarchal blessing.
We are so grateful to hear Jett's story on Saints Unscripted today! Jett was raised in Utah but didn't join the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) until 2014. He had an interesting upbringing and had many difficulties that contributed to his general disinterest in the Church. One day, he went to his friend's sealing in a LDS temple but was unable to enter the temple with his expired temple recommend. This experience prompted him to question his decisions and why he had chosen to distance himself from the Church. Jett then talks about his navigation back to the Church.
We say this often but this conversion story TRULY is one of our favorite conversion stories! Shane grew up being taught very little about God, though he knew some basics from school. He eventually found a path in life that wasn't leading him to much happiness. He felt lost and confused when one day, he met some LDS missionaries at a bus stop. The missionaries began cracking jokes and casually talking to Shane. They got his phone number, address, and set up an appointment to meet with him. Shane immediately went home and told his roommates about his goals to string the Mormon missionaries along. But after joking with his roommates, he had a very strong feeling that he needed to take these missionaries seriously. Shane shared his story about how he was eventually baptized and how he met his wife. In just 7 years, he had completely changed his life around and was recently called as the bishop of his ward.
Our faith is often attacked by those outside of our faith. Members of other religions often have no issue calling "the Mormon Church" a cult. BUT Steve is not one of those people. While he isn't a member of the Church of Jesus Christ and has no interest in joining the church, his respect for our beliefs is incredible. He is well-studied and has read the Book of Mormon with an open heart. He gives Latter-day Saints the opportunity to defend their beliefs and to share, without criticism, their devotion to the Church. We LOVE Steve!! In this episode, we talk about Steve's YouTube channel 'Mormon Book Reviews,' how Steve conducts his interviews, and how Steve decided to start his exploration of the LDS Church.
Today we are elated to hear Alayna's mission story! And no, this isn't just another LDS missionary story... this story is unlike any mission story you've heard. Alayna always knew she would serve a mission AND she always knew she would be called to Spain. When she received her call, that is exactly where she was assigned! She was ready to embark on her new journey but, like many of us, didn't expect the world to be turned upside down when COVID-19 hit. She shares the big changes in mission life and how she finally went home after lots of tears and prayers. She felt like she had failed. She felt like the people in Spain would not forgive her for leaving early. But then a miraculous opportunity came her way...
Stephen, host of Mormonism with the Murph, joins us today to share his conversion story as someone who was raised in the Church. He lived a very normal "Mormon" life growing up but when he was 14 years old, he was going through some challenges. The missionaries prompted him to look more closely at his spiritual life, after which he truly began to gain a testimony of Jesus Christ. He served a mission in Canada and thrived as a missionary. When he returned home, he was still converted but began hearing things about the church that he hadn't heard before. He was eager to prove the critics wrong but slowly began to lose his testimony. He held to his belief in God but rejected Mormon beliefs in December 2018.
Our new friend, Jon Trout, shares his powerful story of going from being non-religious to joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He shares some profound memories of learning about the LDS Church through a friend and curious about the teachings and beliefs. Jon was only 15 years old when he felt a yearning for God and truth. He attended church with his friend and knew that the feeling he felt was something he'd been craving. His new thoughts and decisions were taking him on an incredible journey. Watch the video to find out the rest of Jon's story!!
We are so inspired by the words and example of Jensen, our new friend and inspiration! Jensen had been a member of the the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the LDS Church) but slowly found herself distancing from the Church. She came to a point of feeling the necessity to remove her name from the church, meaning that she would no longer be a member of the Church and would need to be re-baptized if she decided to rejoin. After a series of difficult experiences, Jensen felt a pull back to church and decided to go one Sunday. Her experience was equal parts scary and spiritual!
Martha Hughes Cannon was an ICON in her day and should be celebrated today! Sabrina shares some highlights from the life of female LDS leader Martha Cannon. Martha was a successful doctor, mother, politician, writer, and leader. She dedicated her life to learning and to faith. She was a powerhouse in LDS leadership.
Zach Black, a new friend of Saints Unscripted, shares his story of discovering the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and what it’s like to be in the midst of learning LDS teachings. Zach had many questions about theology after going through a very dark period of his life. He was hesitant about the LDS Church but began reading the Book of Mormon and found answers to his questions. He shares much about his spiritual journey and his hope to becoming a Chaplain to help other people. While Zach isn’t a member of the Church, he has a great respect for the teachings of the Church. We’re so grateful for Zach for sharing his story and for his kindness and openness to new ideas!!
Sequoia knew very little about the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) in her growing up years. She had seen the Book of Mormon but never thought too deeply about it, though she always had a belief in God. Later on, Sequoia was browsing YouTube and learned about Saints Unscripted through a critic's channel. She found herself agreeing with the things that Saints Unscripted was sharing and decided she wanted to form her own opinion. Unfortunately, her curiosity spiked during the pandemic so there weren't many missionaries or church meetings available. But the missionaries finally stopped by her house and she was stoked!!
In the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or Church of Jesus Christ), there are some interesting culture things that we have adopted over the years. Many of the LDS cultural things are just plain funny and today, we talk about those funny cultural things. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ are very close-knit and often adopt the different characteristics of one another, which provides lots of things for us to laugh about, even as faithful members of the Church.
We’ve been in communication with Ida for years and have been desperate to meet her in person. When she said she’d be in Utah for the holidays, we were elated!! Ida joined the church a few years ago, despite having many reasons to go on different paths. While looking into religion, she decided to give the Book of Mormon a chance after being cast in the Book of Mormon Musical. She read the Book of Mormon quickly and knew it was true but was unsure about baptism. We don’t want to spoil the ending but this story is absolutely incredible, full of skepticism, peace, difficulty, and hope. You don’t want to miss this!! Ida is as charismatic and charming as they come. You will love her story!
There are some veryyyyy hilarious things about LDS culture (otherwise known as Mormon culture) that we just can't help but laugh about :) On today's episode, we talk about some of our favorite things to laugh at when it comes to LDS culture. We talk about stake dances, volunteering to pray in hopes of an attractive spouse, and missionary rules that might be a little awkward.
This topic is heartbreaking. Hearing Ethan's story was absolutely devastating but hearing his conclusions from his experiences was inspiring and hopeful. Ethan recently returned home from his mission. In this episode, he shares his story about being bullied by his fellow mission companions. He talks about the insensitivities of the missionaries, the communication with his mission president, and his experience coming home early from his mission. We share Ethan's story with you to illustrate some of the realities for some people who choose to come home early from their missions. If you know someone who has come home early, choose to love them. If you have ever been a victim of bullying, our hearts go out to you. Bullying should never be normal. CHOOSE KINDNESS.
We are honored to hear Orpha's conversion story on our channel today. Orpha grew up Amish and has many fond memories of her time in the Amish community. However, when she was young, her parents secretly joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), which is heavily frowned upon by the Amish community. Her parents wanted to ease in to the process of becoming LDS and introducing their family to the Church. Orpha learned of her parents' conversion and was shocked. She didn't want to believe their story and didn't want her parents to be destined to Hell, which is what was assumed of those who left her faith.
For almost 200 years, modern-day prophets of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have led the church under the direction of Jesus Christ. Over the years, many notable revelations and changes have been ongoing. In this episode, we talk about the accomplishments of the prophets of the LDS Church.
Christopher is a long-time friend of Saints Unscripted and has been on the show many times. In this episode, Christopher talks about the intersection of repentance and therapy — how therapy can sometime negatively impact a person’s need to change, if not used correctly. Christopher talks about how therapy has changed from the idea of going to the doctor to get fixed and instead, going to the gym to get stronger. This is a good change! Therapy is a good thing. But sometimes we can rely on therapy to validate some things about our character that should be changed. This discussion is fascinating and definitely worth pondering.
As you know, we LOVE conversion stories and this one is no exception! Tatiana shares her story of beginning to study about different religions, having a conviction that there was something more after this life. She started learning from the Islam religion and found hope. She still felt like there could be more but knew the 'more' she was seeking could not be from the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Mormons were crazy!! She even read parts of the Book of Mormon and just knew it couldn't be true. It took lots of attending church services, seeking information online, and studying it out in her heart to find answers to some of her deepest questions.
Matthew was raised as a fundamentalist Baptist. His parents were raised in different religions, though his mom took him to church most Sundays while he was growing up. Matthew knew about the church in his teenage years but it wasn’t until he was 17 that he started to seriously consider the LDS Church. Matthew was baptized into the Baptist church but he didn’t have a great understanding of Christ — repentance, change, and strength. He found himself in a state of depression. He felt lonely and miserable. He had a spiritual experience that led him to research more into his faith journey. He started learning more and more about the church and felt a connection with them
We have been BIG fans of Ashly's podcast and Instagram account, Come Back Podcast. We were thrilled when she agreed to come and share her story on Saints Unscripted! Ashly talks about her life being raised in the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Church of Jesus Christ) but finding excitement in other places, leading her to leave the church. She got into drugs and alcohol at an early age and was quickly addicted to heavy drugs. She knew something had to change but doubted her ability to change. She started the reptenace process and felt an overwhelming feeling of joy. Her story is one you don't want to miss! She has now dedicated her time to hearing and sharing the stories of others who have left the church and have returned.
We are so grateful to hear from Stewart today on Saints Unscripted. Stewart shares his mission experience as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When Stewart left to college, he went inactive for nearly 2 years but then decided he wanted to return to the LDS Church and serve a mission. After being in the MTC and serving for 2 transfers, he felt that he wasn't ready to fully serve. He went home for about 18 months before returning again for almost a week, after which he came home for 10 months. Stewart went back on his mission and served for the entire 24 months of his mission. His story is REMARKABLE!! And his conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ is spectacular. Don't miss this episode!!
We are so grateful to hear from David Dollahite, a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a marriage and family expert, and one of the most fun people we've had on the show! David shares his conversion story with us today and it's nothing short of miraculous. David talks about growing up in a Catholic community and being raised in the Episcopalian church. While he was active as a child, his activity waned and he attend church infrequently, though he was always surrounded by people of many faiths. David says that his mom received a Book of Mormon from her friend. Shortly after he saw the book, he was prompted to start reading the book. He began feeling the spirit and couldn't put the Book of Mormon down. The trajectory of his life was about to change significantly! Watch the episode to see what happened :)
Today we're going back to the basics! How does one communicate with God? How do members of the Church of Jesus Christ pray? Is prayer necessary? Does God answer every prayer? Do I need to pray in a specific way? There is a lot that can be said about prayer and this episode is just about the fundamentals. If you haven't prayed before or haven't prayed in awhile, we encourage you to start praying! You have access to God at all times and can communicate with Him whenever you need
Dan Jones was born in Wales, came to the St Louis area, and was a riverboat captain. He started reading anti-Mormon stories in the local newspaper. Dan couldn’t believe that stories shared in the newspaper could actually be true so when he met members of the Church, he heard the gospel message and was quickly baptized. He starts becoming close friends with Joseph Smith, so much so that he is with Joseph the night before the martyrdom of Joseph Smith. Joseph gives Dan his last prophecy— and you’ll have to watch this video to learn what that prophecy was!
We dare you to watch this video and not think Jarryd is the coolest person you've ever known (or at least in the top 5) :) We had so much fun hearing Jarryd's conversion story and we know you will too! Jarryd shares his experience growing up interested in spiritual things but having a hard time having his questions fully answered by a variety of religions. It wasn't until Jarryd made the move from South Africa to England that his connection to the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the LDS Church) became something that would change the course of his life. Jarryd talks about his not-so-easy path to gaining a testimony and what he does to this day to maintain and build his testimony of the Savior. Jarryd, we love you! Thanks for sharing your story with us!!
We have NEVER had an interview like this one!! Brian Payne is a champlain and talks about his journey to chaplaincy. He didn't originally intend to be a champain but quickly realized that it was the path he was supposed to take. Upon realization, he also discovered how much time it would take to become a chaplain. He talks about the difficulties of the job and the confirmation he has felt in his job. If you know little about chaplaincy, you are not alone! Before Brian came to Saints Unscripted, we were pretty clueless on the topic of chaplains. But after hearing about the work that Brian does, we are so grateful for chaplains! The job seems to be incredibly rewarding and equally difficult.
We are so grateful to hear from Michael Manzur today as he shares his story of being completely healed through Jesus Christ. Michael is from Colombia and is a single father of three children. He loves the temple and has dedicated himself to going to as many temples as possible and sharing his exploration with the wold on his TikTok account. Michael has overcome some incredibly difficult personal issues including homelessness, dropping out of high school, and being a teenage father and husband. Throughout his life, he has always been dedicated to Jesus Christ and has found healing through the power of Jesus Christ and His atonement, despite the opposition that has constantly been present in his life. He talks about how life hasn't been easy and he's made mistakes but his constant effort and choosing the temple has been empowering for him. Thank you so much for joining us, Michael!!
In this episode, we chat with Maya and Rachel about their experience being service missionaries for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We ask Maya and Rachel about their experience being full-time missionaries for the LDS Church and their differing experiences serving in capacities that aren't well-known. Typically, when people think of LDS missionaries, they think of a set of elders or sisters walking down the street knocking on doors to share the gospel. However, there are MANY other types of full-time missionaries that do so much good for the world! We learned a lot from Maya and Rachel about what service missions entail and how we can better treat service missionaries. We are so grateful for the powerful examples of these two service missionaries and for the work they did on their missions and now outside of their missions!
We’re so grateful for Brian Hales, one of our favorite scholars, for sharing his research with us today on the differences in FLDS polygamy and Joseph Smith polygamy.
In this episode, we get to chat with a returned missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ, Aaron Lacey!! Aaron loved his mission and the lessons he learned but also struggled with Pure OCD. It wasn't until he returned home from his mission that he became aware of this diagnosis but it certainly explained why he felt the way he did. Aaron talks about going through OCD as a missionary and how OCD influences one's every day thoughts and reactions. Thank you so much for being vulnerable, Aaron!! We're so grateful for your strength and goodness!
We know we say this often but this truly has to be one of the most fascinating stories that we've heard on Saints Unscripted. Matt Whitaker joins us to share the story of Helmuth Hübener. Helmuth was a 16-year old Latter-day Saint living in Nazi Germany. Helmuth started writing anti-Hitler, anti-Nazi pamphlets in order to spread truth about the horrors of Nazi Germany. He was putting his life at risk by listening to the radio to hear the information and would certainly be executed if he wrote and distributed any anti-Hitler pamphlet. However, as a firm believer in truth, Helmuth chose to risk his life. He was able to hide his cover for awhile but in the end, was caught. Watch the episode to learn what happened next!!
There have recently been serious claims about Joseph Smith's potential use of psychedelic drugs, or "entheogens." We asked Brian Hales, a leading scholar in the life of Joseph Smith, to shed light on the claims and the historical evidence that might disprove the claims. Brian talks about the historical use of psychedelic drugs during the days of the early church and the effects of the drugs.
Today we’re joined by the social media legend, Jasmin Rappleye! Jasmin has provided positive, powerful content on social media for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that can be easily accessed and shared. She shares about the temple, the Book of Mormon, LDS history, and so much more. Her content is insightful, witty, and full of goodness. Today she talks about what she does and the feedback she has been receiving. Truly, learning from Jasmin might be the best decision you make today!!
In this episode, we chat with Brian Stutzman about Eliza Jane Graham. After the death of Joseph Smith, the men accused of killing Joseph Smith were on trial for his murder. The night of the murder, the mob that had killed Joseph Smith went back to their town to a Tavern called the Warsaw House, which was owned by a couple whose niece, Eliza Graham, was a member of the Church or Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The tavern started to fill with many people. The mob began bragging about their murder of Joseph Smith. Fortunately, Eliza was there to hear everything and was able to testify against the mob on the day of the trial.
When Steve came to the studio, we KNEW he was going to be one of our favorite interviewees! Show Steve some love in the comments below. Steve Morin shares his conversion story to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He talks about being mostly agnostic growing up and wondering why anyone would believe in any organized religion. Two missionaries asked him to abide by some guidelines in his study, to which Steve agreed and was certain he knew the outcome of the studies. He did the homework provided and continued to meet with the missionaries. Watch the episode to find out what happened next!
Watch this video and tell us that Tautai Fano isn't the nicest person in the universe. We loved having Tautai on Saints Unscripted to share his experience being a missionary in the social media era! He served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and spent time sharing his testimony online. Tautai has a large TikTok presence (he's even called Elder TIkTok!) and shares incredible uplifting content. Today we talk with him about his experience on TikTok, his mission experience, and his plans moving forward. Tautai, thanks so much for joining us! Your light is contagious!
As members of the Church of Jesus Christ, we've been told the story of Joseph Smith's death for many, many years. But could there be some pieces that historians have missed? Or maybe the common story isn't as accurate as it should be told? Today on Saints Unscripted, Brian Stutzman joins us to talk about the death of Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons). Joseph Smith was killed by an angry mob while he was still quite young. We know he died a martyr but who killed Joseph Smith?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints holds a semi-annual General Conference. This last General Conference was the first weekend in October of 2022 and was held in Salt Lake City. Each General Conference is broadcast worldwide and accessible for free (link below). In this episode, we respond to the talks and announcements from the most recent General Conference. We talk about the temples that were announced, the talks that we loved, and the sweet spirit of our beloved prophet, Russell M Nelson. What did you learn from General Conference?
Today we are eager to hear from Kurt Francom of Leading Saints. Kurt is one of the most genuine, kind people we have met and his words (particularly in this episode) are fundamentally important. In this episode, Kurt talks about how no one can run away from Jesus and that all the chairs will be filled in Heaven. He talks about how, when someone leaves the Church, we need to know how to respond to their choice to leave and how we can support them. He talks about validating the perspective of the person who leaves, loving the person who leaves, and giving the problems to Jesus.
Today on Saints Unscripted, we talk to the fabulous Emily Baker about motherhood, divine motherhood, and femininity. Emily is a mother of 3 and an advocate for mothers. She talks about how motherhood is an integral part of us as women, regardless of whether or not we have children. Emily talks about how Jesus Christ knows who we are and who we are destined to become. She talks about how Heavenly Mother can be learned through Jesus Christ and his example in the Garden of Gethsemane, in his trials, in his love, and so much more.
OPINION EPISODE! *Before you hate on us, remember that this is an opinion episode. This episode discusses the "gray area" of a topic that can be controversial. So listen to the thoughts of the hosts and decide for yourself (and doing further research) what you believe in regards to gambling and addiction. In this episode, we talk all about gambling. As is commonly agreed upon, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) believe in steering clear from destructive addictions such as gambling. We talk about what prophets have said about gambling and how we interpret their words. We also discuss our own thoughts on the gray area where things might not be as clear. Examples include: investing in the stock market, social media giveaways, betting on things without money, etc.
Today we are joined by the wonderful Jeff McCollough, Pastor and YouTuber (Hello Saints). Jeff talks about how he slowly became interested in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and eventually decided to dedicate a YouTube channel to exploring the LDS Church as a non-member of the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Pastor Jeffs says that on his channel, Hello Saints, his purpose is to explore the church but that as an active member of his faith and in his beliefs, he will definitely raise concerns about the LDS Church as he has them but he thinks that the most productive way to speak about concerns is to engage with other people in a productive manner. We just love Jeff so much and are so glad he could join us on Saints Unscripted!!
We’re stoked to have Leo Winegar back on the show to talk about prophet fallibility. Leo talks about the importance of recognizing that prophets are fallible— they are far from perfect and may make mistakes. While the church is lead by God, the prophet is a mouthpiece and won’t always deliver or interpret things perfectly. As Sabrina says, if God wanted the church to be absolutely perfect, He likely wouldn’t have chosen imperfect humans to lead the church. President Nelson has recently been emphasizing the importance of personal revelation, something that will help us to interpret the words of the prophets in a way that connects us with heaven. Leo then talks about the need for us to avoid “congratulating” or “praising” those who are in leadership positions in the church. We can thank each other for rendering service but we need to remember that each person should have the intention of serving God, not of attaining any kind of glorious accomplishment. Leo shares a personal vision that he has had and it is INCREDIBLE
In this episode, Leo Winegar joins us for another episode of Saints Unscripted to talk about the power of love. Leo has been a guest on the show many times and we love the things he shares each time he comes. Leo responds to a book written by Steve Young called “The Law of Love.” Leo responds to a quote from Steve Young, wondering what it means for God to expect us to follow certain laws. Does God expect certain things or does he expect nothing? Does God heal us while also expecting nothing in return? We talk about how God’s grace abounds and that while He may expect things of us, we need to do our very best and God has covered all of the need for healing. Leo explains the importance of doing things because of a love for God, not necessarily for a checked box on the checklist of things to do.
Bridger Coburn, a LDS TikTok legend, accepted our invitation to share his story on Saints Unscripted. Bridger grew up as an orthodox member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a strong conviction of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He eventually joined TikTok and started following all kinds of ex-Mormon content creators and was just about ready to leave the church. He went to church the following Sunday with his wife and felt like he should do some more research into church history. You will never believe what he found!
While we love all LDS conversion stories, Arantza’s story has to be one of the most compelling, unique, and hopeful stories we have ever heard. Arantza talks about meeting her husband and eventually learning about the Church of Jesus Christ through her husband’s family. She became curious and learned as much as she could. But her story doesn’t come without many hurdles! Truly, this is a story you don’t want to miss!
Recently, the Associated Press released an article that outlined how Momron leaders allowed 7 years of child abuse, due to the poor reporting system implemnted by the Church of Jesus Christ. In this episode, we talk with Jennifer Roach, a survivor of ecclesiatical abuse, a recent convert of the LDS Church, and a therapist. Jennifer answers a variety of questions that have been circulating the internet after the AP article was released.
We live in very divisive and polarizing times full of anger, hate, and malice. Jesus Christ also lived in such a world yet showed us how we ought to communicate with one another, especially with those we disagree with. Join us with Jaxon as we have an important discussion on the ever-growing need of Christlike communication!
We are thrilled to have Cody Hawes, a licensed therapsit and one of the kindest souls around, share his thoughts about navigating doubt thorugh recognizing your emotional responses to doubt. It's important, he says, to recognize the emotions that you feel when you come across doubt and decide to process the doubt with a whole-brained mindset, not just emotion. He talks about relying on God through grief and looking to God for those answers. Vilianizing doubt is unproductive and causes emotional responses. The gospel is healing and can help you through doubt.
A few times each year, we respond to some of the comments on our YouTube channel. We choose comments that are kind, upsetting, witty, and wild. Many comments are uplifting but many others are aggressive and WOAH, we love reading them! In this episode, we talk about the history of the church, Under the Banner of Heaven, and so much more! Please know that we are grateful for your comments and grateful for this fantastic community.
We have been dreaming of the day we could have Hannah come on Saints Unscripted to share her conversion story. We connected with Hannah way back when we were called 3 Mormons and have loved learning from her. We were elated at the opportunity to have her on our channel to share her conversion story -- a story of diligence, faith, and YouTube :) Hannah was raised in the Bible Belt so her experience with the LDS Church was limited. She had many questions from the faith traditions she would study and she finally saw some videos that were an answer to prayer. This is an episode you don't want to miss!!
It's not often we have guests who are so familiar with the Chruch of Jesus Christ (known as the Mormon Church) in many different parts of the world. So today, we are thrilled to talk with Luis about his experience with the LDS Church in Utah as well as in his home country of Colombia. We talk about the cultural differences, the gospel consistency, and everything inbetween. Luis is as cool as they come! Thanks for joining us today, Luis!
Batchlor is one of the coolest people we have ever had on Saints Unscripted and you'll soon see why (for real... we were stoked to watch this video immediately after filming, as we learned so much from him). Batchlor is active on TikTok and Instagram where he shares his faith, his worship, and incredible insights to scriptures and life challenges. While it hasn't been all rainbows and butterflies for Batchlor throughout his faith journey in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), he has found strength in progression and commitment to God. If you need some extra happiness, extra gospel, and extra strength in your life, watch this video then follow Batchlor on Instagram and TikTok.
Paul is one of the most dedicated converts we have ever met and we are stoked to share his conversion story with you! Paul shares his story of not knowing much about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) to learning about the missionaries and to finding peace and hope through the gospel of Jesus Christ. Paul had many questions prior to joining the church and felt a sense of loss, not knowing he’d get the answers he needed to some of life’s most important questions. The hope he now feels has motivated him to serve a mission and share his light with others!
Today on Saints Unscripted, we are talking to Frasier Perez, an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and an early return missionary. Frasier is full of goodness and light, as you'll see from this interview. Despite having been through so many mental health challenges, he remains strong in his conviction of God and maintains so much courage to do what's best for him. Frasier talks about going on his full-time mission for the LDS Church and then coming home due to depression and anxiety, something that changed in different ways throughout his journey during and after his mission.
Today we present to you JOE METRO, a man with incredible character and charisma!! We had so much fun hearing his story and learning from his example of determination and diligence. Joe grew up in Southern California where he met Scott, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Scott invited him to mutual, asked him to take the discussions, and finally asked his mom if he would be able to join the church. His story is humorous, faith-filled, and full of miracles.
Today on Saints Unscripted, Quinn joins us to talk about her conversion story from being a Quaker to a Latter-day Saint! Quinn's story is incredible and one of our favorite LDS conversion stories of all time. She talks about her experience growing up with different religious and spiritual thought, dealing with some past trauma, going through mental health challenges, and coming to learn about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Quinn, we LOVED hearing your story and know you will do amazing things!!
In this episode, we talk about the translation of the Book of Mormon since it's the anniversary of the translation! We share our experience with the Book of Mormon, what the process of translation was like, and some fun facts. What does the Book of Mormon mean to you?
Once upon a time, we came across an article on Latter-day Saint Mag that was powerful, magical, and humbly told. We reached out to the author, Steve Kenny, who so happened to respond to our message and join us for an interview about his conversion story! Steve is a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Steve is from Ireland, where he was taught Irish legends and history that helped him in his journey to joining the church. His story is beautiful and simple and everything we hoped it would be. This is an episode you don't want to miss!!
It's not often that we have a scholar on the life of Joseph Smith join us to talk about our founder and first prophet. We are so grateful to hear from Casey Griffiths about the last moments of Joseph Smith's life. Joseph Smith was shot and killed on June 27th, 1844. In this episode, you'll hear Casey mention some important doctrines, dates, and events, many of which we have talked about in previous videos.
We could NOT be more stoked to share this episode with you because, well, our guest today might be the most accomplished person we know 😅😳 David Roskelley climbed to the top of Mount Everest with his Book of Mormon. Yes, you read that right. But he gets cooler. He also is the first American to summit the volcanic 7 summits. And it gets even cooler. He has also climbed each of the highest mountains on each continent.
We have officially watched the entire season of Under the Banner of Heaven and have MANY thoughts about the last few episodes 😬 The Hulu series 'Under the Banner of Heaven' is based on a book written by Jon Krakauer. The series depicts the story of the Lafferty murders and focuses heavily on their faith as once members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Both the writer of the book and the director of the series (and those involved with the show) are not members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
If you are new to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or haven't fully grasped how the LDS Church is organized, this episode is for you! In this episode, we give a very brief explanation of the ways in which members of the LDS Church are organized. You may have heard some confusing terms in the Church such as "ward," "branch president," and "stake." But what do these terms mean and how do they fit within the organization of the church?
Today on Saints Unscripted, we have the fabulous opportunity to hear from special guest Benjamin Lee. Benjamin recently wrote a book about pride and humility, after going through a grueling process of learning about his personal pride and his search for true humility. Benjamin is currently pursuing his law degree from Harvard Law School and is a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ. His story is focused on Jesus Christ and learning about humility through the characteristics of Jesus Christ. This is an episode you don't want to miss!!
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We're stoked to share this conversion story with you! Jaxon is witty, humble, kind, and a firm believer of Jesus Christ. Jaxon grew up as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and had many wonderful experiences in the church growing up. However, it wasn't until a severe accident occurred that Jaxon began searching for forgiveness, not knowing if he would make it out of his surgery. His experience, along with his mission experience, might be very relatable to your own experiences. This is an episode you don't want to miss!!
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After almost 6 years of videos, we present to you SEASON TWO of Saints Unscripted!!!
We’ve gone through set changes, host transitions, a name change, and so much more over the past 6 years and we’re stoked to bring you a brand new (and improved) season of Saints Unscripted!
On this channel, we share all-things LDS in a faith-promoting way. We talk about history, culture, opinion, and conversion stories. In this next season, expect to see more episodes with guests and more doctrine on our Faith and Beliefs segment.
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Under the Banner of Heaven, a miniseries on Hulu based on the book by John Krakauer, was recently released. We filmed our reaction to the first and second episodes in a previous video. We recently watched episodes 3 and 4 and have decided they warranted a reaction!! As active and practicing members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), we talk about the depiction of our sacred temple ceremonies, the reference to previous church history events, and more.
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Under the Banner of Heaven, a miniseries on Hulu based on the book by John Krakauer, was released this last weekend. We watched the first two episodes on the day of the release and, as active and practicing members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), we filmed our reactions! We talk about what we liked, what we had questions about, and where we felt the first few episodes had incorrectly depicted the true LDS experience (from our experience).
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Today on Hulu, a miniseries called Under the Banner of Heaven was released. This series focuses on the Lafferty murders that occurred in 1984. The Lafferty brothers who committed the murders were raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For today's episode, we had the incredible opportunity to talk with the sergeant during the Lafferty case, Mike Pientka. Mike was in direct contact with Dan Lafferty almost every single day for a year. He talks about Dan's character, his change in demeanor, and the overall experience being close with a murderer. You don't want to miss this episode!!
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If you’re familiar with “Mormon TikTok” (the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is often referred to as the Mormon Church, though it is not the correct term), you’ve probably heard of Emmademmadoo_, as she’s been a very active pro-faith TikToker. TikTok has been growing rapidly and has been a social media platform for many opinions about the LDS Church, both positive and negative. Emma has decided to share her voice on TikTok despite all the negative voices.
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We are finally hearing the conversion story of one of the incredible hosts for Saints Unscripted, Kaitlyn Fotheringham! Kaitlyn has been a part of Saints Unscripted for some time and has such an incredible testimony of Jesus Christ. In this episode, she shares the story of her conversion in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). She talks about moving to Utah, experiencing the new culture, and finding her own testimony. She talks about her decision to serve a mission and how, because of her decision, she has seen many miracles. You don't want to miss this episode!! Let us know your conversion story by sending us a message on Instagram!!
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We are so grateful to the amazing Lynzi Clyde for joining us today to discuss her reason for staying in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and for her project in hearing other voices who have also chosen to stay. When we met Lynzi shortly before filming this episode, we immediately felt of her goodness and light, as you'll quickly see in this episode. She discusses how she finds light and how she maintains such a light. Thanks for joining us, Lynzi!!
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It's true. Some of you truly are savage here on YouTube... BUT WE LOVE YOU! As a religion-based YouTube channel (particularly speaking about the Church of Jesus Christ), many comments we receive are positive and respectful while others are negative and angry. And most of the comments could be justified, right? Either way, we love reading your comments! Today, we respond to comments for the eleventh time and it's just as fun as the first time we responded live to your comments. Thank you for messaging us and for being here on Saints Unscripted. We know that some things won't be in line with what you believe but we hope we can each be gracious and accepting towards other faiths and beliefs.
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Today on Saints Unscripted, we get to talk to Daniel Smith, religious scholar and Jesus guru. Daniel shared some powerful thoughts about Holy Week and Passover, two of the most important subjects in the life of Jesus Christ. Daniel runs a YouTube page called Messages of Christ that goes into incredible detail in the life of Jesus Christ. As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the final week of Jesus’ life is incredibly important to us, as the most important acts of the Savior were preformed during that momentous week.
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April 2022 General Conference (a semi-annual conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) was remarkable for many people and today, we're going to talk about it :) We talk about YOUR thoughts from Instagram (follow us on Instagram to express your opinions on our stories) and about our favorite talks, speakers, and announcements.
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If you have been to a Church meeting in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, you have probably heard the word "sustain" used rather frequently. So what does it mean to "sustain" someone in the Church? Do I need to constantly be aware of the person's needs and responsibilities? Do I need to agree with everything a Church leaders says and does in order to fully "sustain" the person? What if I sustain someone but don't agree with them? Is that possible? Today, we talk all about sustaining leaders. What do you think it means to sustain your leaders?
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We are so grateful to have Siggi and Alex join us today for an episode story of conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Siggi talks about how he was living a life of little purpose and dependence on alcohol. Alex was serving a mission during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic when he reached out to Siggi on Facebook. Siggi had little idea of the message of the "Mormons" but listened to what Alex and his mission companion had to say.
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This episode is a must-watch!! Today we are joined by McArthur Krishna, an author, speaker, and good friend. McArthur is witty, kind, humble, and intelligent -- all of which you'll notice very quickly in this episode! She talks about Heavenly Mother through the lens of the Gospel Topics Essay written on Heavenly Mother. McAthur talks about how she came to crave a knowledge about her Mother in Heaven and how such desire helped her to educate others on the topic.
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Today on Saints Unscripted, we discuss a question that many people have wondered, oftentimes in the most difficult moments of life. Are there times when God has forgotten me? What about when I need God to step in but He seems to be absent? Has He forgotten me? We talk about God's power to redeem and the importance of hope.
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ver the past few years, we've had many different accusations concerning our purpose as a Latter-day Saint YouTube channel. We've been told that we are running a particular political agenda, that we are perpetuating a certain narrative in relation to the Church of Jesus Christ, and more. So why did Saints Unscripted start? Does Saints Unscripted have a political agenda? What is the purpose of Saints Unscripted? Is Saints Unscripted trying to cause controversy? Well, we want to answer all of these questions so we're going to get REAL in this episode today.
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We don't typically record videos addressing the content from Come Follow Me, but we just felt like the topic of having a "soft heart" from this week (Come Follow Me, March 14th-20th) was a necessity. When you think of someone that has a soft heart, who do you think of? What are their characteristics? Are they a person that inspires you? Today, the hosts talk about the characteristics of a soft heart and why having a soft heart is fundamental to our becoming like Jesus Christ
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While it’s common knowledge that forgiveness is generally good, do we have to forgive every person in every situation? What is the purpose of forgiveness? How can we be more forgiving? Today on Saints Unscripted, we talk all about forgiveness. Jesus Christ taught us to forgive, even when it’s difficult. Why do you choose to forgive?
Today we invited Mauli to come back on Saints Unscripted and respond to the comments on his first video with us all about Black members of the LDS Church and the priesthood ban. If you aren't familiar with the priesthood ban, watch this playlist for more information: https://bit.ly/3pK3pWt Mauli responds to questions about an apology from the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), what the LDS Church should do moving forward, and why he isn't planning on leaving the church anytime soon.
We are thrilled to have Wain on the show today! Wain Myers wrote a remarkable book (linked below) and was a stellar leader of Genesis Group. Today he joins us to talk about how leaders of the LDS Church (and members at-large) can change the environment toward greater inclusion for Black members of the Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Wain has seen much pain and struggle among his fellow Black members of the church but says such pain isn't new and should be addressed immediately. He also talks about the importance of taking care of the people closest to you first (such as the Black members IN the church) before trying to build connections when your home isn't stable. His thoughts are equally powerful and hopeful. From this episode, we hope you gain insight as to what you can do to better build relationships with those around you and address the difficult thing right as they come up. Check out Wain's book! From Baptist Preacher to Mormon Teacher https://www.amazon.com/dp/1462117023/...
Today on Saints Unscripted, we ask David and Allex some of the MOST important questions about the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) that they have ever been asked in their LIVES. (Okay, maybe not, I'll verify with them and get back to you...) Today we play the classic game of ""Would You Rather"" where we ask the hosts which of two options they'd prefer. We ask questions about jello, Elder Uchtdorf, Joseph Smith, Star Wars, and more!
We LOVE conversion stories, if you haven’t noticed already ;) Today’s interview with Taylor was so touching and happy. Taylor shared her conversion story to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon church) and how her mental health has been while she embarks on this new journey. When Taylor was young, she didn’t have much religious background. One summer, she decided to visit her cousins (who were members of the LDS Church) and began talking to the missionaries. She told the missionaries she didn’t want to get baptized but then something changed. Watch the video to learn more!! Taylor also shares how mental health challenges have affected her during her life, to which Justin relates. Together, they talk about why they choose to go to church despite many difficulties that may come.
On today's episode, we talk about why you should attend the temple more frequently :) Attending the temple during a pandemic can be very complicated, as many temples have attendance restrictions. But we are so grateful that many are open and available to attend, even if doing so must be scheduled in advance. Caleb and Kaitlyn discuss the importance of attending the temple, especially for the peace that they feel when they attend frequently. What are your temple goals for 2022?
In this second part of the two part series with Paul Reeve on Blacks and the Priesthood, Paul talks about the things that happened after the priesthood ban. He discusses the following: - Did God endorse the priesthood ban? - Was the priesthood ban God's will? - Did the LDS Church believe that certain races should be left out from the gospel? - What was the history of the ending of the priesthood ban? - Were there Black Latter-day Saints during the priesthood ban? - And more!! We know this is a very difficult topic and it can be hard to digest but we need to acknowledge the history and strive for more equality.
Correction: The image at 8:20 is not William Appleby, it is B. H. Roberts. Our mistake.
Paul Reeve has joined us for today's episode. He is the author of the book "Religion of a Different Color" and he is the Simmons Chair of Mormon Studies at the University of Utah. He has done a lot of research on this topic and has so many great insights and answers. Some of the questions he addresses include: - Did the priesthood ban start with Joseph Smith or Brigham Young? - Was there a fear or race mixing and was that a common issue throughout the United States at the time? - Was there any pushback between other leaders of the Church and Brigham Young? - What is the curse of Canaan?
There will be a part two with Paul Reeve so stay tuned!
Today we have the amazing opportunity to hear from one of the kindest, most genuine people you will ever meet. Mauli Bonner joins us to talk about his experience with the LDS priesthood ban. (If you are unfamiliar with the priesthood ban and would like some historical context, check out the link below.) What was the Latter-day Saint Black priesthood ban? https://youtu.be/KvWPmLLV3Jw Mauli shares his experience growing up as a black member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and how he was affected by the priesthood ban. The experiences that Mauli shares are authentic and his own. They may or may not reflect the experiences of other people who have been hurt by the priesthood ban. If you would like to share your story, please DM us on Instagram or Facebook.
We are so excited today to talk about MOTHERHOOD! We love the mothers in our lives and their examples of dedication and sacrifice. Today Allex and Kaitlyn talk about their journeys into motherhood-- Kaitlyn being a new mother and Allex about-to-give-birth. Allex talks about the advice people give her about motherhood, as she is about to have her baby, and Kaitlyn talks about what mother is like as a brand new mother. Kaitlyn says that it's hard and remarkable and everything in-between. We are grateful for all the mothers who have done so much for us and for humanity. WE LOVE YOU, MOMS!
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Today, David talks about the final judgment of God. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes referred to as “Mormons”) believe that after we die, we will have the opportunity to stand before God and be judged for our actions and intentions during our life on earth. Some questions David addresses include: How will we know that God’s judgments are just? Will judgment be done individually or in groups? Should we be afraid of the final judgment? How can we know if we have repented fully?
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During the pandemic when staying at home was encouraged, many churches made Sunday services available to view online. There was even a time when members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes referred to as “Mormons”) held “at-home church”. Even though watching church at home in your pajamas sounds pretty comfortable, the hosts discuss why physically going to church is so important.
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In this episode, we play a game where we 'translate' text from different resources, hoping for as much accuracy as possible, using a somewhat similar processes that Joseph Smith used when translating the Book of Mormon. We understand that there are significant differences in our process and the process that Joseph Smith used, especially because the two eras are totally different, but we had a fun time in our efforts to understand the difficulty in translating the Book of Mormon. We strongly encourage you to watch the other episodes we have about the Book of Mormon!
*Not sure how well this episode will work in a podcast form so feel free to check it out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/M7_iy61px_U
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Ben Spackman joins us again to talk about a somewhat controversial Old Testament topic— Noah and the flood. We’re stoked to have Ben here to share his thoughts on this subject. If you haven’t watched our previous episodes with him, be sure to check them out!
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Today we welcome back one of our favorite guests, Christopher Cunningham! If you've been on our channel before, it's likely that you've seen Christopher guest on Saints Unscripted to share different ways of thinking about basic gospel principles, cultural issues, and personal experiences. In this episode, Christopher talks about the love of God. How do I know that God loves me? Why do I feel the love of God? Why don't I feel the love of God? What is the love of God? Christopher shares a personal experience of being pulled over by a police officer on a remote freeway and how he learned about the love of God from his experience.
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Dealing with grief in any form can be a really difficult thing to go through. Throughout His life, Jesus taught the principle of mourning with those who mourn. When members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon church) are baptized, they make a promise to be there for others who are struggling.
In this episode the hosts talk about things that we should and maybe shouldn’t do when trying to mourn with those who are mourning. They look at a list from Time Magazine article. Some of the ideas on this list include: - Don’t put a positive spin on what they are saying - Don’t compare it to your experience, unless it really is a fitting comparison - Listen
David shares how this isn’t something that comes easy to him unless he’s been through a similar experience before. Allex also shares a powerful example of this principle from the Disney Pixar movie, Inside Out.
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It's not often we see David fanboy over a guest to Saints Unscripted so this episode is extra special! Ben Spackman is a leading scholar in Latter-day Saint history and so fun to talk to. He is a fountain of fascinating information. We couldn't be more grateful for his time with us (and you will see more of him this month)!! On this episode, Ben talks about evolution and its relation to Christianity -- does evolution fit into Christianity? Do Christians believe in evolution? What can scriptures tell us about evolution? This is a question that we get asked a lot and that is complex in nature. But Ben articulates the response so well, we can't wait for you to watch the episode!
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If you don't know Dennis Schleicher, you are missing out! Dennis is a well-known speaker and writer in the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church). Dennis shares his story of being very much against the LDS Church to becoming a stalwart member and strong believer of Jesus Christ. Dennis talks about how Jesus' love isn't limited to just those who have an easy life, though it may often feel that way. More than anything, we believe you will love to feel Dennis' energy and desire to follow Jesus Christ. Thanks for joining us, Dennis!!
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Brooke Snow has been one of the most requested guests (BY YOU!) on Saints Unscripted. We are so grateful she joined us today to talk about unlocking ones full potential with the power of Jesus Christ! This subject is probably one we all need to understand a little more fully and who better to talk about it than the queen of unlocking potential?? Brooke shares how we, like seeds, have so much potential to grow and be something amazing. But how? This is an episode you don't want to miss!
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We have the fantastic philosopher Jim Faulconer joining us on Saints Unscripted to talk about things that the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ emphasizes about Jesus Christ. While many things we know about Jesus Christ are shared in beliefs other faiths, there are a few very important facts to which the restoration contributes.
Jim Faulconer is an American philosopher, a former Richard L. Evans Professor of Philosophy at Brigham Young University, the former director of BYU's London Centre, a Fellow at the Wheatley Institution (and its former associate director), and a Senior Research Fellow at the Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship.
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Today Gale joins us to talk about Jesus through the lens of a Jewish background. Whether or not you have a Jewish background, this episode is a must-watch, as the history, fun facts, and fascinating stories will captivate you. Let us know what you learned in the comments below!!
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Today, Pastor Logan joins us to talk about forgiveness. He shares his experiences with forgiveness and how he has learned some very deep and profound lessons throughout his life (even as the knowledgeable pastor that he is-- there is always so much to learn about Jesus!!).
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Jeff Bennion joins us on Saints Unscripted today to talk about how trials bring us closer to Jesus. We are SO GRATEFUL that he has joined us on the show to share his experience of a gift he didn't want to receive but that has shaped his life for the better. He is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is a founder of North Star, and a loving husband and father. He talks about being a gay member of the church and how he came to know the Savior through his difficulties. Don't miss this episode!!!
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Today we chat with the intelligent, kind, and masterful teacher, Carrie Skarda. Carrie joins us today to talk about mindfulness and Jesus Christ. Did Jesus practice mindfulness? What about Jesus and meditation? How can we improve our lives by practicing mindfulness and drawing closer to Jesus Christ through mindfulness? Carrie, a well-known therapist, answers these questions and more for this special episode during our Month of Jesus.
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We are so excited to have some of our favorite, most intelligent scholars on the life of Jesus Christ :) The coolest kids on the block share the birth story of Jesus Christ, answer who is Jesus Christ, and the miracles of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ means everything to us, as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church). We love the gospel of Jesus Christ and all that it entails for our families, as you'll hear mentioned from our guests today :) Thanks for watching!
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We are stoked to welcome Lis Malmgren to the show to kick off our Month of Jesus! Lis is a fantastic writer, thinker, and interviewee (as you'll see in the video). Today she joins us to talk about the atonement of Jesus Christ with a Buddhism slant. This topic was new to us but it certainly helped us learn more about the atonement of Jesus Christ.
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We are so excited that Christopher Cunningham is joining us for the FOURTH time on Saints Unscripted!! Every time Christopher has come, we have learned something new and this time is no different. Today, Christopher talks about expressive individualism. Expressive individualism talks a lot about the self-- being ourselves, finding ourselves, being true to ourselves. Does expressive individualism fit in the context of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? Does this world view deny the teachings of the church or can the two coincide? Christopher shares his beliefs on the topic and we're certain you will learn something new!
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Okay, this might be the most difficult quiz we have EVER done! So if you haven't watched this episode yet, we challenge you to take the quiz with us! Today we take a quiz on our knowledge about the women in the scriptures.
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Wyatt is BACK! And we are stoked to hear about him and his take on finding the truthfulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ as found in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church). Wyatt has studied long and hard about the LDS Church, as he was raised without the teachings of the gospel in his life.
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In all of our hundreds and hundreds of episodes, we have never had the privilege of interviewing mission presidents. So today is a spectacular day where we get to sit down with President and Sister Leimer, former mission presidents of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mission presidents typically serve for a period of 3 years anywhere around the world that they are assigned. They receive a call from LDS Church Headquarters and then can accept or deny the call to dedicate 3 years of their life serving the Lord and helping LDS missionaries accomplish the work of the Lord. You will love this interview with two spectacular missionaries!
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We are stoked to have Wyatt back on the show! If you haven’t watched his conversion story, watch it then come back to this one:) Wyatt’s Conversion: https://youtu.be/VF19o2xcWt4 In this episode, Wyatt shares his story of leaving on his mission for the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church), coming home early due to severe anxiety, and discovering his true mission. He received a beautiful confirmation from God in the most simple way. You are going to have to watch it to find out what that confirmation was!
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First of all, we want to introduce Sabrina! Sabrina might be a new face on our YouTube channel but she's not new to Saints Unscripted. In fact, chances are high that if you messaged us on Instagram, you were talking to Sabrina :) Also, you might recognize her from a few stories and Reels from our Instagram account. You are going to LOVE hearing from her on this channel!
Today we are talking all about judgment. Is judging people okay? Am I judging people too frequently? What can I do to withhold judgment and judge righteously? We talk about all this and more in this episode!
We're back with Leif for part three of his three-part conversion story! Leif grew up in Utah around many members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Unfortunately, he experienced quite a bit of bullying from the community and didn't explore the doctrine of the LDS Church until later in his life. You will LOVE THIS episode!
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Leif talks about how, after growing up around members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons), he decided to pray for the first time to see what he should do in regards to his religious practices. He received an overwhelming feeling of love and happiness but the answer might not be what you expect! Watch the episode to hear what he learned!
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We are sooooo grateful for the opportunity to hear Leif’s story in-person! Leif sent us his full conversion story many months ago and we were so intrigued. His full story is heartbreaking, breathtaking, exciting, and hopeful. But in this part (part one of three), it has some painful bullying events that should never happen to anyone. We were shocked and disappointed in the characters in the story but the ending is so sweet (stay tuned for part three). You’ll have to watch all three parts!!
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Today we have the privilege of chatting with our new Instagram friends, "Why We Stay" :) Grace, TJ, and Talon started their Instagram account only recently and have done phenomenally! They decided to start the account after hearing so many stories of people leaving the church. They wanted to speak up about why they choose to stay as active members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons). Their stories are remarkable and best of all, TJ shares a surprise at the end that you don't want to miss!!
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Today we are talking about the different branches of Mormonism. While the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is formally called such, it is often referred to as Mormonism. We ask to be called by the proper name, though we know that we've long been known as Mormons. Our religion started with Joseph Smith but then many different sects broke off from the original church (many claiming to be the original church). We certainly believe in freedom of religion, including different sects of Mormonism, but we also don't support all the different beliefs found within the different sects of Mormonism.
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We're STOKED to have Tommy Johnson join us on the show today! The second we saw Tommy's viral Instagram videos, we knew we had to meet him and get to know his story. Tommy is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). He is is supportive and sympathetic to the many different faith journeys that people go through, whether they remain active members of the church or not. With humor and compassion, he addresses the nuances that often occur in the church, as you'll see on his Instagram account.
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It's been a little while since we've responded to your comments in one of these videos so WE'RE BACK with our Responding to Comments series! We love reading your comments, both positive and negative (though the positive ones are certainly more fun to read ;)). So thank you, thank you for commenting on our channel and sharing your thoughts with us. In this episode, we respond to the positive and the negative -- and David even gets a little bit heated at one point! You don't want to miss it!
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It's finally GENERAL CONFERENCE SEASON!! Okay, the semi-annual General Conference actually happened last weekend... but it's so important to reflect on, no matter how much time has passed :) In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), leaders address the entire world from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. The talks (sermons) are transmitted via internet and can be viewed on YouTube or the LDS Church website. Today we are recapping our thoughts on the October 2021 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ. If you haven't listened to the talks already, check them out online! What was your favorite talk?
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We are SO EXCITED to be reunited with Mimi! Mimi was a host for Saints Unscripted and was such a blessing to have on the show. We were stoked when we learned that she was back in Utah and available to film about her experience being on set of the Book of Mormon shows being filmed this last summer. Her experiences are remarkable and beautiful and you will LOVE this episode. The Book of Mormon videos have been in production for a few years now and many have already been released. If you haven't watched them, check them out on the LDS Church website.
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If you've been with Saints Unscripted for awhile, you've seen some episodes on our channel about the topic of sabbath day observance in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Members of the LDS Church usually treat Sundays as a day dedicated to the Lord -- that it's not like a normal day. But every member of the church treats the sabbath day a little bit different.
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Whether you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or have been to the LDS church a time or two, you very likely have noticed that members often repeat the same phrases in their prayers— many of which have been around for a longgggg time!! Today we talk about some common phrases you’ll hear about and discuss how we can better our prayers day-to-day to truly communicate with God. We, as faithful members of the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) LOVE hearing the prayers of those in other faiths because it helps us to focus more on how we communicate with God intentionally.
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Today we talk to The King and Queen of Country Swing! It was SO FUN to get to know Shalee and Grant and learn from their experience sharing the gospel (and their love for dance) on social media. Shalee and Grant use their Instagram page to showcase their latest stunts and they are SO GOOD. But one extra unique thing about Grant and Shalee is their natural ability to fearlessly share the gospel, despite the critiques they might receive. Sometimes it can be scary but these two thrive!
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In this episode, we get to chat with Stephen Fleming, a well-known historian of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a bishop in California. Today Stephen shares a story that you veryyyyy likely have NEVER HEARD from the history of the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Speaking of LDS history, we (as a church) focus on some key locations where the church grew but we rarely talk about the more remote places where the church also existed and thrived. Today, Stephen talks about the history of the church in those lesser-spoken-of places, such as New Jersey and Delaware. And the stories he shares are FASCINATING!!
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Kaitlyn's baby is coming SO SOON and we are STOKED! While we are very excited for Kaitlyn to be a mom, we're almost as excited to find out what the baby will be named ;) If you know much about Utah or members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons), you probably know about the wild names that parents in these groups name their children. While it's not the case that everyone has unique names, many do. And today, we're going to read the top baby names in Idaho and NAME KAITLYN'S BABY!
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Today we are so excited to release our exclusive interview with Latter-day Saints scholar, Royal Skousen! Royal has been researching Book of Mormon text for decades and decades. He knows A LOT about the Book of Mormon and has a lot of powerful information to share! Did Joseph Smith make up the Book of Mormon text? Was he inspired? Why were there so many mistakes in the Book of Mormon? Royal speaks to all of this and more! What did you learn from Royal?
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In this episode, we play the famous 5 Second Rule Game but with a unique spin! The hosts have 5 seconds to name 3 things pertaining to the LDS topic. This game is one of our favorites and the first time we play it on Saints Unscripted! Which answers did you get correct?
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Is it logical to believe in God? Can one really be logical and spiritual at the same time or are the two mutually exclusive? In this episode, Wyatt joins us to share his jaw-dropping story of growing up in a small town, being baptized seemingly unknowingly, experiencing drugs and alcohol in his early teenage years, suicidal thoughts and near-actions, going through every piece of material contrary to the church, and finally joining the church, employing logic and spirituality. If you have ever questioned God's existence, this episode will help you in your journey to learning more about Him.
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Vaccines have been a BIG topic of conversation lately (particularly the COVID-19 vaccine) and many have wondered what members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe about vaccines, blood transfusions, and organ donation. Can Mormons donate blood? Can Mormons be organ donors? Do Mormons get vaccinated? In this episode, we talk about the beliefs of LDS when it comes to vaccines, blood transfusions, and organ donation. We share thoughts from LDS leaders and give our opinions. See why David thinks Taylor should just donate blood already by watching the video ;)
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In this episode, Leo talks about how to reconstruct your faith after it is deconstructed. Going through a deconstruction of faith (or a breaking down of certain things you thought you believed) is very, very difficult. But it is certainly possible (and a valuable experience) to learn how to reconstruct your faith! Leo breaks down how reconstruction looks and how to navigate the reconstruction phase.
In this episode, we give our advice when it comes to receiving your endowment, making covenants with God, and how to best remember the covenants you have made. What we say in this episode is mostly our opinions but we'd love to read yours!
Joseph’s story is probably the most unique conversion story we’ve had on Saints Unscripted (but we’ll let you be the judge of that!). Joseph tells his conversion story of joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) from his previous and well-studied faith in witchcraft. He talks about the transition from his previous faith to the LDS church (spoiler alert: it wasn’t easy!) and how he navigated the years following his conversion. You don’t want to miss this story!
Recently, there has been a lot of talk in the media about LDS garments (sometimes referred to as “Mormon underwear” or “magic Mormon underwear”). The recent focus comes mostly from members of the Church of Jesus Christ but also from non-members of the LDS Church. Many members have opinions about the frequency in which one should wear the temple garment, the material of a temple garment, and more. This episode addresses the host’s opinions about the garment. Should the garment be worn all the time? Is the garment magic? Should the garment be removed for specific activities?
Andrew’s story is nothing short of REMARKABLE and we’re so honored he shared his words with us on Saints Unscripted! Andrew grew up with a few different faith backgrounds and eventually doubted the existence of God. He was at a place of despair and just needed to know if God was there. Not only that but Andrew wanted to truly know God— he wanted to void in his life to finally be filled. You’ll never believe how Andrew ended up meeting the missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and learning about the restored gospel!
We've done plenty of "Responding to Comments" episodes but have never done an episode where we strictly answer your questions (either from direct message on Instagram, Facebook, or questions in the YouTube comments). We LOVE hearing from you and reading your comments!! In this episode, we answer questions about when to get baptized, what to do if you're doubting your faith, if we think you should go to college, etc. The answers are all strictly the opinions of the hosts but we think they are prettyyyy solid words of advice :)
Have you ever pronounced a word wrong and not known you were wrong until you were corrected? Have you ever ‘filled in’ the words to a song without actually knowing what was being said? Words are important. Using and understanding words are important.
In this episode, Leo Winegar joins us to talk about a specific, important word: Deconstruction. Destruction is a neutral term and is a way to describe the breaking down and evaluating of one’s religion (or faith). Unfortunately, often when we see someone who is going through destruction, we assume they are crossing over a metaphorical bridge that is ‘against’ us, as faithful members. Also, when someone is experiencing deconstruction, they might assume their life is crumbling rather than evaluating and being able to move forward.
In this episode, Kaitlyn, David, and Justin talk about their experiences upon coming home from serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church). They talk about the mental health challenges that sometimes occur upon returning home from a mission and how they were able to navigate such challenges. Kaitlyn talks about her heightened anxiety and how it took medical professionals to help her overcome such challenges.
How do I communicate with God? How do I build a better relationship with God? How do I learn from God if I can't hear Him? These are some of the most commonly asked questions from the Saints Unscripted audience and we totally understand where you are coming from! It's not easy to figure out how God speaks to you. While we aren't experts, we have some experiences that we want to share, as well as thoughts from others about how best to build your relationship with God. How do you learn about God and build your relationship with Him?
Being positive, being optimistic, and being hopeful can be very difficult. While some may have a more difficult time than others with the prospect of maintaining a hopeful outlook on life, it can still be a challenge for everyone. In this episode, the Saints Unscripted hosts talk about how they have chosen positivity and hope, despite the challenges in life. None of the hosts claim to be life coaches, therapists, or other professionals but they have some awesome advice that could be beneficial for the average person who hopes to find more good in their life.
If you have been a long-time follower of our channel, you've seen Allex in a couple of episodes but haven't had a full introduction. In this episode, Allex shares her conversion story which she considers simple, but that we consider powerful. Whether or not you were born into a family of members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, chances are high that you had to have your own conversion experience to remain a member of the LDS Church. In this episode, Allex shares her story of growing up in the church and finding her own testimony of the church.
You are going to be BLOWN AWAY with this story! Treyeshua joins us today to share his story about finding Jesus. In Treyeshua’s early adulthood, he found financial success very quickly. He lived a life of luxury and seeming ease, but he was depressed and knew there had to be something more to life. He spent the next 30+ years searching for Jesus. Treyeshua talks about his journey, having to go through all kinds of trials and fallbacks, but how he eventually learned about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. You don’t want to miss this story!
If you grew up in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the mid-90's and early-2000's, you've likely seen the infamous Mormon Ads produced by the Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). The graphic design is awesome, though sometimes a little far-fetched (as we'll discuss in today's episode). The reactions of the hosts may be similar to your reactions but we want to read about your reactions so don't forget to comment with your thoughts on the Mormon Ads!! Also, if there are other Mormon Ads that you LOVE that we missed, DM us on Instagram and we'll include the picture in our next reaction video :)
Today we’re at Camp Floyd, Utah! This is where 1/3 of the United States army came for the Utah War (which has A LOT do with LDS History (otherwise known as Mormon History)) and we’re in the full costumes to set the mood to share this true story with YOU!
You might recognize Marc from a previous episode we filmed with him (see below) but what you might not have realized is that the Utah War is a passion for Marc so we eagerly jumped at the opportunity to film this episode with him! We talk polygamy, civil war, guns, artifacts from the war, etc.
Jacob Herring has been a long-time fan of Saints Unscripted (in fact, he's been an avid watcher since episode ONE) so we are stoked to hear him tell his story on the show! Jacob talks about his journey in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), as well as his faith journey through other religions. Jacob was once Pentecostal and loved the practice but felt like he still had many questions. He wasn't sure where to go next so he began searching about others religions. He talks about how he came across the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, how he found Saints Unscripted, and the long journey to baptism.
Today is a somber day for Saints Unscripted. Today we say goodbye to an amazing host of Saints Unscripted, Samantha. Sam has done SO. MUCH. GOOD. for so many people who have watched the channel, as well as for the entire Saints Unscripted team. She spoke to many women issues, all of which were vital discussions which generated a lot of love (as well as some heated comments, which were indicative of an important topic!). Sam is equally witty, intelligent, and kind. We are so lucky to have had the chance to work with her!! Good luck to you, Sam!!
For those of you celebrating this weekend, happy 4th of July! We recognize that many of you live outside of the United States of America so it's not often that we make videos that are specific to the USA. However, because this weekend is the 4th of July, we decided to quiz each other on knowledge of quotes by some presidents of the United States. You will probably be SHOCKED at which quotes are from the US presidents and which are from LDS prophets!!
In this episode, we had the remarkable opportunity to speak with some missionaries directly from Carthage Jail. For those who are new to the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon church), Carthage Jail was the place where Joseph Smith, Jr, the first latter-day prophet in the LDS Church, was killed. He was in jail awaiting trial when a mob of angry men broke through the door and shot both Joseph and Hyrum, Joseph's brother. The sister missionaries that joined us today talk about their experience as missionaries serving on such sacred ground. What did you learn from the missionaries? Let us know in the comments below! Error: At 18:48 David mentions the room where John Taylor hid the wounded Willard Richards. It was actually Willard Richards hiding a wounded John Taylor. He mixed up the names.
Today's episode covers a variety of important topics, all of which have been seldom discussed on this channel. Needless to say, we are ELATED to share this interview with you!! Jake Berry joins us on the show to talk about bullying, LGBTQ, coming home early from a mission, disabilities, and more. Jake was born with cerebral palsy and was consequently bullied all throughout his life. He talks about his treatment after coming home early from his mission as well as his life following his mission and how it's ok living in the unknown just like he is now. As he shares his experience, he urges all people to learn to be more accepting and loving, which is a message we could all use.
Today's episode is coming at you all the way from POLAND! Jan joins us to talk about his conversion story and starting his YouTube channel, Mormonolog. Jan is a theologian, becoming passionate about religion when he was quite young. While he learned about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a teen, he didn't begin his true relationship with the religion until his second year of his theology studies. You HAVE to hear his story, it's fascinating and not one you want to miss!
Jan says, "...If our faith is identical for each person (each Church member), it is no longer faith, it is no longer authentic – it has nothing to do with religion. It becomes an empty ideology. A religion that requires its followers to think and behave and feel about things in the very same way – is not a religion, but a totalitarian regime. The 'God' of such religion is not a Parent but an egotistic dictator, who is unable to care for those he called his children. And for me the Lord's Church is different in this respect. It appreciates its members for what they already are. In the Church we are not a commodity – we are an asset. The Lord wants us to know it!"
Hey millennials! Today’s episode on Saints Unscripted is especially for YOU!! Today Justin sits down with Brynne Nelson, long-time writer/recently published author and mom of 4 beautiful children. We’re not sure how she does it all but somehow, she pulls it off with grace and happiness. Today Brynne talks to us about her book, “The Tuesday Morning Principle.” In her book, Brynne talks about applying the gospel into everyday life and overcoming the intimidation of studying gospel topics.
We're back with our good friend, Drew Young! Drew appeared in previous episodes on both Saints Unscripted and The Middle (both episodes are linked below). We are always uplifted and inspired by him so we are STOKED to have him back on the show! In this episode, Drew touches on a topic that we seldom address on this channel but that we know is important and impacts so many lives. Drew talks about his experience being bullied while growing up, both verbally and physically. He discusses both his experiences and how he's been able to confront the bullies in his life. Whether or not you've been bullied, this topic is vital to understand, as we can all learn to be a little kinder to one another.
We're so excited to be talking about one of our favorite topics today! It's very likely that you've heard people casually refer to something positive as "a blessing." But what does the term mean in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? While members of the Church of Jesus Christ use 'blessings' as a term for something positive that God has given, it also refers to the laying on of hands using the authority of the priesthood to heal the sick, help those in need, and perform ordinances like the giving the gift of the Holy Ghost and so forth.
Today we’re talking with Frank about how to treat people who have left the Church. Frank has experience with loved ones leaving the church and while he feels a little sad at times, he loves his people so very much. This interview is perfect for those who are struggling with family members leaving the church or for people who have left the church.
Casper has a remarkable story and we are honored to have him on our channel to share his story with you! Casper shares about growing up with a friend who was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and who seemed to have it all together. He didn't think much about his friend's religious affiliation until after his friend served a mission. He started playing basketball with his friend and continued to learn from each other. But it wasn't until Casper's dad had undergone some economic turmoil for him to really begin thinking about the Church (and even then, his parents were the first to really look into the Church). The rest of the story is AMAZING!!
In this episode, Sam and Justin compete in a never-before-seen challenge on Saints Unscripted :) Justin and Sam are given a list of accomplishments/facts about the prophets of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and are deciding which fact applies to which prophet. Join along in the challenge! And tell us other fun facts about prophets that we may have missed.
We are so grateful to have Dallas Jenkins, director of The Chosen, join us again to talk about Jesus :) We always love hearing from Dallas! In this episode, Dallas shares a fantastic story about how he was able to secure the location for filming The Chosen by getting permission from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
Today we met a remarkable recent convert of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her story is so fulfilling, though it isn’t void of some difficulties, as you’ll hear from her story. Hannah was baptized in September of 2020, though her knowledge of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) started much earlier. Hannah has close connections to congregational leaders in other denominations and thus, has dabbled in religion throughout her life. However, she always felt that something was missing. Hannah’s boyfriend taught her about the Church and when he mentioned a specific doctrine, she knew it was the answer to prayer. Listen to hear what Hannah learned and how her life has changed since joining the Church!
We are STOKED for you to hear the episode from our new friend, Charlie! Charlie has a remarkable story about joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He talks about his learning of the Church and attendance since 2018, having a really cool dream about the temple, and deciding to be baptized in August 2020. His story is powerful and beautiful and we are humbled to have interviewed him to share the story with all of you!
This episode was a BLAST! We had the very unique and exciting opportunity to interview a Freemason and Mormon, Brandon! The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Saints has some distant history of freemasonry and ties within the LDS temple to freemasonry. Though not many members of the church are Freemasons, Brandon happens to be one and has an incredible story to tell. He talks about how both his religion and his association in Freemasonry go hand-in-hand.
Some argue that members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) don’t believe in Jesus Christ. There are arguments as to which version of Jesus Christ we believe in so we thought we’d chat about the Jesus Christ who is our Savior. We talk about basic facts about His life, His teachings, and more.
Oliver’s conversion story is absolutely fascinating, as you’ll soon learn. Oliver has a riveting background of searching for true christianity in different religions and finally deciding to disprove the religions he believed to be false. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon church) proved to him to be a false church and one that he needed to investigate in order to save. Through his research, he decided to go to a church meeting and decided that, indeed, the church was very strange. How did Oliver end up joining the religion he believed to be false? Watch the episode to find out!!
Portia Louder was sent to prison for many years due to real estate fraud. Her story of being sentenced to prison in front of her husband and children is incredibly heart-wrenching, as you will see from this video. We wanted to interview Portia to hear why she has decided to vocalize her experience behind bars, specifically as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Portia shares the real stories of life in prison as well as how her relationship with God has evolved over time. This is an episode you don't want to miss!!
Zachary struggled with pornography for years and none of the “traditional” methods of addiction recovery seemed to help him…until he finally figured out what really worked. For good! He is now a self mastery coach who helps hundreds of people yearly to finally be free from unwanted habits.
The principles he teaches are universal and can help us overcome all types of unwanted habits whether it’s with pornography or excessive video gaming. He aligns his approach with the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes known as the Mormon Church of LDS Church).
Zach is such an incredible speaker, and we loved having him on the show and learning from him about agency and achieving self mastery!
We're back with THREE PEOPLE on set!! And seriously, the energy from our two guests and Justin is so fun. Marc and Dennis share a story unlike the other stories you've heard on our channel because, well, Marc was baptized by Dennis so you get to hear from both the perspective of the missionary and the perspective of the convert. Dennis and Marc were coworkers and found themselves chatting here and there about Dennis' membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). So how did Marc learn about the gospel and accept the invitation to be baptized? WATCH HIS STORY. Seriously, it's not one you want to miss!
Losing a child is certainly one of the most difficult trials a person can experience. In this episode, we talk with Bryan Young (a member of the Church of Jesus Christ) who shares his story of losing his 4-year-old daughter to cancer. He briefly shares the overview of events and then goes into detail about a few of the many profound experiences with Jesus Christ that he was able to experience. His focus on Jesus Christ has led him and his family to find hope after such a tragedy. Listen as he shares his beliefs as to why bad things happen to good people. This is an episode you don't want to miss!
Today we had the amazing opportunity to chat with one of the coolest filmmakers who so happens to share our religious beliefs (as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). Richard Boddington talks about his beginning interests in film, his incredible career, and how he maintains strong in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Have you ever had interest in studying film or something similar but weren't sure if it was possible given your religious beliefs? This episode is for you!!
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints holds a semi-annual General Conference where the leaders of the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) speak about the gospel of Jesus Christ. General Conference lasts 2 days and is available to watch LIVE on the church’s website! In this episode, David and Taylor discuss their favorite talks from this last General Conference which occurred on the first weekend of April.
This was originally released on April 1, 2021
The best weekend of the year for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) is FINALLY here!! Twice a year, an event known as General Conference happens where the prophet and other church leaders give us counsel and direction. We also get to hear some beautiful music all about God and Jesus Christ. And the whole event is seriously underrated 😅
Sarah joins us today to share her story about being hit head-on by a drunk driver. Her story is absolutely wild and heart wrenching, yet Sarah’s faith shines so bright! Sarah shares the details of her accident, talks about her friends also involved in the accident, and how she navigates life today with positivity and faith. Her 75-day stay in the hospital was a time of progress and strength, as you will see from the video. Sarah shares her belief in being trusting of God. She is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
We always love conversion stories and this one is no exception! (In fact, it might be one of the most fascinating ones we have heard.) In this episode, Peregrine shares his story of being quite atheist, suffering from addiction, and eventually learning about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
FRIENDS. This is our NINTH episode responding to your comments! We loveeeee reading your comments but can’t respond to all of them so every-so-often we dedicate an episode to responding to a few. Sometimes they’re nice, sometimes they’re mean, sometimes they just don’t make any sense… and today, we’re going to respond to a little bit of each!
This time, David and Taylor respond to your comments from our playlist called Faith and Beliefs, which is written and hosted by David and edited by Taylor.
Today we have the amazing Allex on set to talk about her parents’ divorce. (Random and fun fact: You’re going to see a lot more of Allex in coming episodes:)) Allex grew up in Colorado where her family seemed quite ideal in the eyes of outsiders. Even in the eyes of Allex, her parents’ seemed to be happily married. However, all of that took a turn when they announced their separation and eventually divorced.
Allex talks about how she has been coping with the news over the past few years and how it has influenced her marriage, as well as her dating prior to marriage. Allex also addresses how the divorce of her parents has impacted her faith in Jesus Christ and her membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Barrett Burgin, a brilliant filmmaker and critic, speaks with David all about LDS cinema. What makes LDS cinema good? What makes Mormon movies fun? Are there christian movies that are just the worst? In this episode, we talk about it ALL!! Barrett even references the many, many movies in which the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) is mentioned.
Barrett has been interested in film for a very long time and talks all about his experience learning about film and how he was able to develop a critical eye for such important cinema.
In this episode, David talks with Tony Fieldson about his experience in learning about and joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Tony knew about the existence of the church from friends in high school but wasn’t necessarily focused on joining the church until college. Tony ended up serving a mission and getting married in the temple. He now has been helping people who go through difficult faith transitions and supporting so many people in their journeys. You will LOVE the miracles he shares in his stories!
Today we’re challenging Sam and Justin to the ultimate game— who knows President Russell M. Nelson the best?? In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church, the current prophet is named Russell M Nelson. And let us be the first to tell you— he is INCREDIBLE. His knowledge and kindness and love of God is unparalleled. So we wanted to see which of our hosts knew the prophet of the church the BEST!
This episode contains spoilers to the Netflix series.
Netflix published a new series called Murder Among the Mormons… and many people have been asking what Mormons think about the series. So today, Taylor and David are reacting to the first episode of the series!
David and Taylor released a video (over a year ago) on the Faith and Beliefs playlist (linked below) about the Mark Hofmann forgeries so we knew we had to hear their reactions to the full Netflix documentary. Mark Hofmann was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and had spent much of his life involved with forgery of different collectibles, not just for the church but for all kinds of collectors. However, things took a series turn when two people were murdered by Mark Hofmann in order for him to cover his tracks.
In this episode, David and Taylor react to the cinematography, the involvement of the LDS Church, and the storytelling at large.
We share many conversion stories on Saints Unscripted and they always leave us so inspired. This one is absolutely no exception! Josh’s story brought tears to our eyes and motivated us to be better disciples of Jesus Christ. And it had some pretty hilarious moments, including the cops being called on the missionaries, the missionaries speaking American Sign Language not knowing that Josh was fluent, and more!
Josh talks about how he grew up near the Sacred Grove (the place where Joseph Smith saw God the Father and Jesus Christ) but had no idea that it was such a historic landmark for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons).
In many instances, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints understand a principle (like fasting, for example) but practice it differently than one another. This often occurs with principles that aren’t necessarily “exact” commandments-- there isn’t an exact formula for fasting. In this episode, Taylor and Sam talk about their experience with the law of the fast. If you are unfamiliar with fasting, we encourage you to watch our other videos first and then come back to this one when you’re more familiar with our observance to fasting.
What is Mormon Fasting? https://youtu.be/B0tfQW3AgYY
We have filmed over 600 videos on hundreds of topics, a few of which we have filmed multiple times… but NEVER have we filmed with missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormon missionaries). In this episode, Sam asks three missionaries about their decision to go on their missions, what it’s like to be a missionary, what advice they have for future missionaries, and more. You don’t want to miss this episode!
In this episode, we welcome Doug to the Saints Unscripted studio! Doug is Taylor’s friend and also a fellow YouTuber. Doug decided to start a YouTube channel about miracles -- from small to large, quiet to loud, and everything in between. As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we certainly believe in miracles and that God speaks to us today often through miracles, no matter how small. So today, we chat with Doug about his experience with miracles, how he finds miracles, and the power that miracles have had in his life and the lives of those he interviews.
There have been MANY misconceptions about the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) over the past, well, almost 200 years! In an effort to understand Mormonism correctly, as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we are going to debunk some of the “Mormon misconceptions.” Some common misconceptions (a few of which we address in the video) are: - The current LDS Church and it’s leaders speak directly for God. - They teach that other churches are inferior. - They are taught that the Book of Mormon is superior to the Bible. - They are taught that Mormon women should not pursue an education and that young people should delay their education to serve a mission. - They must have as many kids as they possibly can.
These are all misconceptions! We are eager to address them in this and other videos :) We hope this video helps in understanding Mormonism a little bit better
Were leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints always calm and collected? Certainly not. In fact, many of the early leaders of the church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) weren’t always obedient to the laws of the land, which we are now encouraged to obey… and maybe these stories illustrate reasons why!
Video games have been controversial since their conception. Are video games damaging? Are video games addicting? Should I stop playing video games? While we aren’t going to answer those questions in this video, we DO want to address how we believe video games should be consumed. And we will also address what the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) has addressed playing video games. THIS IS ALL OPINION. We’d love to know in the comments below what you believe about the consumption of video games.
Both David and Justin play video games, though Justin clearly plays more frequently, as you’ll see from the video ;) Justin talks about video games he avoids, the amount of time he spends playing video games, and the benefits of playing video games. While David doesn’t play as frequently as Justin, he talks about his consumption and advice moving forward in the video game world :)
In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, young adults starting at age 18 are encouraged to serve a mission. A mission is essentially a period of time (usually 18-24 months) that is dedicated to preaching the gospel to people in a given geographical location.
In this episode, Justin and David talk about the craziest things that happened to them while they were serving missions. They both served in Mexico, though in different regions. While they had remarkable experiences, there were certainly experiences that would be best forgotten ;)
This is our third episode in our series about women’s issues and it’s definitely worth watching! If you haven’t watched the other videos, check out the playlist: https://bit.ly/2UNDkWu In this episode, Samantha and Taylor talk about violence against women, sexual harrassment, domestic abuse, and other topics relevant to sexual misconduct. What is sexual harassment? The definition by the Equality Act of 2010 says, “unwanted conduct of a sexual nature which has the purpose or effect of violating someone’s dignity, or creating an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment for them.” Taylor and Sam both explore what sexual harassment is, what it is not, and how to end sexual harassment. Sam shares statistics that are both shocking and disappointing. Taylor shares a story of when he learned about the frequency of sexual harassment.
Sam and Justin grew up in different places with different ratios of Mormons to non-Mormons (‘Mormon’ being the informal term for a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). Sam grew up surrounded by many members of the Church, which greatly influenced her friendships, moral standards, and gospel understanding. Justin, on the other hand, grew up as one of very few members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Such background influenced Justin’s dedication to the gospel and his ability to stand up for his beliefs.
There are many pros and cons to growing up with and without members of the Church and in this episode, we address the ones we experience the most.
Is sin relative or universal? If I commit a sin, is the consequence the same if someone else commits the same sin? Does the severity of the sin change based on the knowledge of the person committing the sin? Can someone sin in ignorance? Today we discuss what we believe in regards to sin, if one can sing in ignorance, and how to navigate the question of sin.
The most important point: We are NOT judges to determine who goes to celestial kingdom. Fortunately, God is the judge and knows our individual circumstances. Jesus Christ knows every scenario and will judge us accordingly. Jesus forgave all kinds of people that would never have been forgiven by their communities.
From the Church’s website: “To commit sin is to willfully disobey God’s commandments or to fail to act righteously despite a knowledge of the truth (see James 4:17).”
This episode isn’t to convince anyone to join the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church)... BUT we did want to talk about the benefits, in addition to spiritual benefits, that there are to living the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Some of the benefits include: Instant community, More support when you move, more support during difficult/big life events, Ministering (home teachers), Support for youth (weekly youth activities), Responsibility, Focus on family, Self reliance, Health, Less alcohol abuse, less lung disease caused by smoking, Emphasis on education, Financial support (and responsibility), Honesty, Service, Sexual purity, Seminary (free study of the scriptures), Structure
What is fate? What is destiny? Do members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) believe in fate and/or destiny? This topic is TOUGH. Why? Because within this topic is the question of God’s omniscience, which isn’t something that the Church has clear doctrine on. But there is clear doctrine on agency -- the ability to choose for ourselves how we are going to live and know that we aren’t just playing our lives out as though they have already been written.
The Church clearly believes in agency and frequently emphasizes the importance of agency. We don’t believe in pre-determinism. God isn’t going to tell us everything that we should do. We have the ability to decide how we are going to live our lives. Fortunately, Jesus Christ has been through all that we’ll experience so he can help us make it through and be the judge through it all.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) has long produced videos to promote different topics within the Church. But let’s be honest… some of the videos from the past are downright hilarious! And today we respond to one of the classics! This is both Taylor and Justin’s first time watching the video so their responses are genuine. And we want to hear your responses!!
This is our SIXTH response to your comments! If you follow our channel, you know that we get some AMAZING comments and some INSANE comments. Whatever side of the spectrum you are on, we’re grateful that you’ve voiced your opinion and we encourage you to keep commenting— we love hearing from you! Really though, we love it. Even the comments from the haters.
As is usual with these types of episodes, we usually choose the insane comments to respond to but if you have only commented positive things, don’t think your comment hasn’t been read. We read ALL of the comments.
Prior to this episode, we asked our Instagram audience for their questions about pornography addiction so we could ask Nic. Nic says he has been addicted to pornography for over 2 decades, some of that time during his marriage. We filmed his story in Part One of this series that will certainly give you better background into his story and will definitely give more hope to your story, whatever it may be.
In this episode, we answer questions like: "What can I do as a loved one to someone with a pornography addiction?" "How do I stay strong when my significant other is addicted to pornography?" "What do you say when someone reveals to you that they have a porn addiction?" Nic talks about common lies told by pornography addicts, what loved ones can do for those afflicted with addiction, and more.
We LOVED having Nic on our show to tell his story of overcoming pornography. His story is so genuine and powerful. If you've ever struggled with pornography, know someone who has struggled with pornography, or simply want to better understand those who struggle, this is the episode for you!
This is part 1 of a 2-part series: The first part is Nic's story and the second part is Nic answering YOUR questions (from our Instagram page) about pornography.
In this part, Nic tells about struggling with pornography for more than 2 decades. He was first exposed to pornographic images when he was around 11 years old. Since his initial experience, Nic began consuming more and more pornographic material. He was very good at hiding his addiction and was even able to hide it from his wife for many years.
However, he know what he was doing was wrong and he thought he could fix it on his own until one day, he just couldn't take it anymore. Nic and his wife were putting their kids in bed when Nic asked his wife if he could confide in her about something.
And that's when things finally started changing.
In this episode, we brought back Izzy and Korinne (by popular demand) for another ALL GIRLS episode! Mimi, Izzy and Korinne talk about Mormon garments and the importance of modesty.
(PRO TIP: If you haven't seen our explanation on garments or 'magic Mormon underwear, check out this video first: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMNwb...)
The three girls discuss whether or not it's necessary to wear garments while working out. Izzy and Korinne choose not to wear the garment, saying that they don't want to dirty the garment. Mimi, on the other hand, chooses to wear the temple garment as often as possible.
Taylor and Sam were challenged to pray every day for 10 consecutive minutes for one week. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, prayer is strongly encouraged, as speaking to God is essential to understanding His will. As members of the Church of Jesus Christ, we don’t normally recite prayers but rather pray to God with the sentiments in our heart, as frequently as we need and even in times when we feel unwilling. God is our Father in Heaven and wants to hear from us. In this episode, Sam and Taylor talk about their experience with prayer prior to the challenge, how the challenge went, and what they will do moving forward with prayer.
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) are accused of having LOTS of commandments that they must abide by in order to gain exaltation. So today we wanted to address why we keep commandments.
What are “Mormon” commandments? Are some things just suggestions and some things commandments? Why does God give commandments and why are we supposed to keep them? Who is responsible for keeping commandments? Just like other religions, we believe in ‘commandments.’ The commandments in the Mormon church aren’t much different from the commandments you’d find in other religions. In fact, we believe in the 10 Commandments found in the Bible, just as our fellow Christians. In addition to the formal 10 Commandments, we believe in other ‘regulations’ that may be unique to Mormonism but fall within the 10 Commandments in the Bible (for example, we believe in keeping the body clean (Word of Wisdom) and paying tithing).
Samantha (who frequently goes by Sam on this channel) shares her conversion story today and it is INCREDIBLE. Sam has been a host on Saints Unscripted since last summer and she has been SUCH AN ASSET. Her episodes on women in the Church have been so important and widely popular (be sure to check them out) and her thoughts in all the other episodes have been so helpful to many members in the Saints Unscripted community.
In this episode, Sam shares her conversion story. Even though she has been a member of the Church since she was able to be baptized at age 8, her conversion story spans over the course of her life. You don’t want to miss it!
There are manyyyyy assumptions about how children are raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). But which assumptions are true? Well, today on Saints Unscripted, we wanted to tell you our personal experiences about being raised in the LDS Church. While we have some notes about what we want to discuss, this episode is totally unscripted. We want to give you the truth! And the truth is? We were all raised by imperfect people, trying their best to teach us.
This was originally released on YouTube on December 31, 2020*
We’re fairly confident that a common sentiment about the year 2020 is that it was absolutely CRAZY! So many unexpected things occurred and didn’t seem to end… for the entire year! So today, we want to talk about all the crazy things that have occurred but also all of the things we’re looking forward to in the coming year.
Many things that have occurred have been:
COVID-19 pandemic
Quarantining
Travel bans
Election year (for the USA)
Murder hornets
Riots
Police brutality
Etc
This was recorded for Joseph Smith's birthday on December 23rd
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOSEPH SMITH!! Today marks 215 years since the birth of Joseph Smith, Jr. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) believe that Joseph Smith was called by God to restore the Church of Jesus Christ as it had existed in the Bible. Joseph Smith was the first prophet and president of the LDS Church. We DO NOT worship Joseph Smith, as worship is reserved strictly for Jesus Christ. In this episode, we talk about the big events in the life of Joseph Smith and try to guess his age at the time of each of those events. See how well Sam and Taylor know the prophet Joseph Smith!!
For a week, we participated in a challenge that we’ve never done before… we decided to MEDITATE every day, without fail. As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), meditation isn’t explicitly addressed BUT ‘pondering’ and finding moments of silence are encouraged. Some leaders in the Church have advocated for more diligence to meditation (or pondering) and so we decided to take their advice!!
Taylor talks about using the app called Headspace to meditate every day, which he really seemed to enjoy. He talks about the things he learned and the peace he felt. Sam used guided YouTube videos to meditate and says that while she never felt like she experienced ‘nirvana,’ she definitely found value in taking time to pause and clear her head.
Buzzfeed released a video of what it’s like to be a Mormon Missionary… and it’s pretty hilarious! We decided we HAD to react to it, especially since both hosts, Justin and Taylor, have been actual Mormon missionaries (correctly named missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, or LDS Church).
Taylor and Justin talk about the accuracy of the video, as well as some of the myths. They talk about their experience as missionaries and might even come close to shedding a few tears!
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) holds a semi-annual General Conference where they address the world about topics pertaining to the gospel of Jesus Christ. The conference is free to watch and can be viewed on YouTube or on churchofjesuschrist.org. The conference is almost always held on the first weekend in October and the first weekend in April.
In this episode, we talk about the best ways to prepare for the conference and things we do to get the most out of our attendance at General Conference.
In this episode, we talk about EASTER! In the Church of Jesus Christ, otherwise known as the Mormon Church, Easter is celebrated and loved by most members of the Church. However, there definitely isn't the same emphasis on Easter within the typical LDS home as there is in other christian homes. Why not? Are we celebrating Easter incorrectly?
We’re back with another “responding to comments” video!! Friends, we LOVE the comments you make on our channel and hope you keep leaving comments in the future. We try and read every comment, the positive and the negative :) In this episode, as with the others, we’re responding to random comments made by YOU on our channel.
We’re back for part two of Peyton’s conversion story! If you haven’t seen part one, check it out before you watch this one: https://youtu.be/PRA1MnPJjeA
In the last episode, Peyton talked about how he learned about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), how he was baptized, and how he ended up leaving. And we left you on a cliffhanger!! In this episode, Peyton tells the rest of his story (up to this point) of his return to the Church and of his current feelings about the Church. We can’t wait for you to hear!!
On today’s episode, we chat with our new friend Peyton! You are going to LOVE his story of finding the Church, waiting to be baptized, joining, leaving, and finally coming back.
Peyton learned about the Church from a friend and had decided he wanted to be baptized, but he didn’t receive permission from his parents. After he was finally baptized, Peyton experienced very difficult life events that caused him to leave the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The way in which Peyton tells his story is humbling and inspiring. You will love it!!
This is a comment/question we get A LOT. Are Mormons brainwashed? There are a lot of reasons as to why members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints might be viewed as brainwashed and we want to address those reasons, as members of the LDS Church. Debate.org asked why Mormons are brainwashed and they received a variety of answers, which we discuss here. Some of the answers include:
“Children are told to join the Church at age 8.”
“Missionaries have the same script every time they talk to someone.”
“They tell each other that they are part of the only true church.”
“They claim that nothing is the Church’s fault, it’s always the fault of the member.”
“They base their beliefs off of “feeling” and not off of fact.”
It was a privilege to have Brock Heasley on the show! He is an author and a film director with a truly POWERFUL testimony and perspective of the gospel of Jesus Christ. His father was shot and killed while Brock was on his mission when he was 19 years old. He shares how he feels about the men who killed his father… and it might surprise you!
This episode isn’t to prove that Joseph Smith is a prophet, nor is it an attempt to determine Joseph Smith as a prophet simply because of his similarities to other prophets. Determining if Joseph Smith is a prophet is something that you’ll have to determine on your own through asking God in prayer and studying His words.
**For more episodes about Joseph Smith, check out these playlists: Faith and Beliefs (shorter episodes) -- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...Saints Unscripted (longer episodes) -- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
Today we wanted to talk about some of the similarities between Joseph Smith and biblical prophets. Joseph Smith founded the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (restoring the original church of Jesus Christ through the power of Jesus Christ). Members of the Church of Jesus Christ believe that Joseph Smith is a prophet of God, just like prophets in the Bible and other scriptures. In this episode, we briefly discuss those similarities.
Today we are sharing one of our favorite conversion stories with you! Ryan Stream, current motivational speaker and musician, joined us to chat about his conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Ryan shares his story of living as an orphan, being adopted, going through a rebellious childhood, joining the army, getting married, going through drug addiction, and finally realizing his purpose. Ryan has been through SO MUCH (as have many of you), you’ll probably find many parts of his story that resonate with you and your story. Ryan gives amazing advice on how to overcome obstacles, how to find purpose, and how to live up to your potential.
FRIENDS. We love you. So much. We started this channel over 4 years ago with little idea of what it would become. We simply wanted to talk about our faith as candidly and honestly as possible. We wanted to share our beliefs authentically, as our beliefs seemed to be told by people who were very much against our religion. Little did we know how many friends we would make (all of you!) or how much love we would receive from people all over the world. So we want to say THANK YOU for your constant support. Your comments, both positive and negative, are enlightening, touching, and often quite hilarious. We love you MUCHO. Please stick around!
This episode was recorded on Thanksgiving day 2020.
If you follow our channel, you know that hosts Sam and Justin are both members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). While they have been members of the Church for the majority of their lives, they have attended many other church meetings for other religions and in this episode, they share their experiences in such churches. Both Sam and Justin talk about the good in attending other churches to learn additional truths and better one’s commitment to Jesus Christ. They discuss the things that they’ve learned and the ways in which they’ve improved their connection with God by experiencing other religions.
In the past few months, we’ve been trying to cover more topics pertaining to women (particularly Mormon women). In this episode, Sam and Justin talk about women in the workforce. Do women belong in the workforce? And in regards to Mormon women, should they stay at home?
Sam talks about the history of Mormon in the workforce (things that have been said to members and leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ in the past), the current statistics about both women generally and Mormon women, and Sam’s current personal opinions about being a female in the workforce.
There has been a history of patriarchy in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (and throughout the world). Such beliefs caused many women to choose against pursuing an education or full-time job outside of the home. But is that what the current belief is among Mormon women? Or have things changed? Should things change even more, if they’ve changed at all?
If you haven’t watched the October 2020 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), watch it here: https://bit.ly/2SED232 In this episode, David and Taylor chat all about the October 2020 General Conference! General Conference occurs semi-annually and can be streamed on YouTube or on the main page of the Church (churchofjesuschrist.org). Typically in these General Conference sessions, leaders of the Church talk about a variety of topics all centered on Jesus Christ. David and Taylor discuss their favorite talks, themes, and speakers.
We filmed this episode on November 3rd, 2020, ELECTION DAY in the United States of America! (Also, we realize many of you aren’t from the USA and didn't vote, BUT we hope this episode is still beneficial in some way.) A common question we get, as members of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), is if we all align the same politically. The answer? Absolutely not! In this episode, we mention some of the history of LDS voting and how it has evolved today. David and Justin talk about their thoughts on politics and the importance of voting.
If you haven’t watched our playlist called Faith and Beliefs (with new episodes coming out every Wednesday), YOU NEED TO. Faith and Beliefs was created as a way to answer your questions more concisely and with greater historical accuracy than our normal episodes. David Snell is the host of the show and Taylor Yorgasen films and edits the videos. In this episode, they talk about the making of Faith and Beliefs from the script writing all the way to the final product. Both David and Taylor see A LOT of controversial thoughts and opinions about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and talk about how they navigate what they read every day.
We LOVE having guests on our channel to share their conversion stories to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and this episode with Melanie is no exception!! Melanie joined us via Zoom from the United Kingdom to talk about how she joined the Church in August of 2020. In school, she heard about the Church of Jesus Christ from her religion class and wanted to know more. She researched the life of Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, and everything else related to the history of the Church. In the end, she gave up with her studies of the Church until a little bit later, it was brought up again. After much study, she learned A LOT of controversy and finally decided to join the Church. THIS INTERVIEW WITH MELANIE IS AMAZING! Thank you, Melanie, for joining us!!
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There seems to be an ongoing controversy about why the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) has no official stance on plastic surgery but has expressed disdain for tattooing one's body. In this episode, we address our personal opinions on plastic surgery, why plastic surgery is so common in Utah (a Mormon-populated state), and how tattoos fit into the picture. Sam talks about the constant pressure of looking a certain way to “compete” (or at least, compare) with other members in her peer group, thus perpetuating the idea of needing plastic surgery.
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In this episode, Peyton joins us again (watch his conversion stories if you haven’t) to talk about his experience as a recent convert in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). After Peyton’s conversion, he went through a series of difficulties (as is common after converting to the Church) which led him to need the power of repentance in his life. However, as a recent convert to the LDS Church, he had a limited view of how repentance works in his new religion. He shares his story of repentance, what repentance is to him, and how repentance can work actively in your life. We LOVE hearing thoughts of doctrine from recent converts because we learn SO MUCH from them. We’re sure you’ll learn something from Peyton as well!
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FRIENDS. You are going to LOVE this episode! We had the pleasure of filming with Eric Samuels, a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). This is the first time we’ve interviewed with someone who was previously a member of the Luciferian Church and is now a member of the LDS Church. He tells his story of marrying his wife, a member of the LDS Church, and trying to persuade his wife to leave the Church. He learns about difficult Church history, meets the missionaries and finally joins the Church!!
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Taylor has been a part of Saints Unscripted for almost a year now and we FINALLY get to hear his conversion story! Taylor says that, while he was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), he wasn’t always converted (or fully in agreement) with the Church. Taylor went to a school for members of the Church and had some experiences going against some teachings that caused him to question what he believed and what he wanted with his life. Watch the video to learn more about his conversion and how he was able to learn more about the Church through some of his big choices!
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We’ve wanted to talk about this for a LONG TIME because, well, women have been oversexualized for a long time and it doesn’t seem to be getting any better. We are so grateful to have Samantha share some incredible insights on the topic and are grateful for David’s listening ear during this episode. In this episode, we discuss what female oversexualization is, why it has become what it has become, and how we MUST DO BETTER as a society (and as subscribers to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) to change.
Samantha shares her experience of oversexualization and how the need to look a certain way has dictated many of her thoughts and choices. She talks about the necessity to normalize natural bodies -- to normalize cellulite, flat chests, and other things that may be looked down upon.
We believe that all bodies are different and beautiful.
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This just might be one of the most sad videos we have to post… And we’ve been soooo reluctant to tell you guys… but Mimi is officially no longer a member of Saints Unscripted :(
First, we want to thank Mimi for her incredible efforts. She came to Saints Unscripted at the perfect time and brought a light and energy that we knew we needed. Her fearlessness in sharing her testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ was unprecedented. She helped us learn how to love more deeply and press forward with hope. We miss her SO MUCH!!!
Second, we want to thank all of YOU for showing her the love and support she deserves! We hope you continue to show her love and support on her other social media platforms.
We love you, Mimi!! Thank you for making the world a better place!
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Today we talk with one of the greatest couples in the world. Legit. They are so cool. And they have such a unique YouTube channel that you're bound to love. Their YouTube channel is called Itallish (get it? Italian and British? 😍) and they talk about everything under the sun. They also happen to be members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons). And surprise we're part of the same religion 😱
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or the LDS Church) has a lot of similar doctrine to other religions. Because the Church is a christian religion, you'll find a lot of overlap when it comes to the doctrine of Christ. However, there are some important differences. In this episode, we talk about our favorite doctrine found in the restored Church.
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We LOVE the comments we get on our videos! As you can see in the comment sections, we get a lot of love and a lot of hate and a lot of everything in between. Being members of the Church of Jesus Christ (often called Mormons), sharing our opinion on YouTube is both exciting and intimidating. There aren't many members of the Church (also referred to as the LDS Church) who strictly talk about the gospel of Jesus Christ (shout out to those who do!) so our voices make a lot of people very angry.
But guess what?
We read EVERY comment and love you all for commenting and expressing your opinions. Seriously. Keep it up :) That said, some comments are pretty laughable so we can't help but share them with everyone 💁 We don't respond to every comment but we respond to a few of our favorites.
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In our episodes with Nick about overcoming pornography addiction, we had A LOT of encouragement to make another episode addressing the same topic (pornography) but to address some additional concerns. Whether or not you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ, this episode will likely be helpful in understanding the topic of pornography.
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We might be biased (okay, we’re definitely biased) but we’ve compiled a list of Taylor and Justin’s top reasons to join the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church)… and you might find it to be prettyyyyyy convincing! ;) So watch the video to find the things that are taught in the Mormon Church that we LOVE!
Below is a list of some of our favorites, a few of which are discussed in the video: - To live with God again - To have a structure for worshiping Jesus Christ - To have the gift of the Holy Ghost - To be sealed - To experience the gift of the priesthood (both males and females) - To be able to enter the temple and make covenants with God - To help others come unto Christ - To know more about (and have greater hope for) the afterlife - To receive a patriarchal blessing
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As said in the video, we are NOT experts on the FLDS (Fundamentalist Latter-day Saint) Church. This episode is not to inform viewers about the beliefs of the FLDS Church but to point out some differences. The content in this video may contain inaccuracies about the FLDS Church. If that’s the case, PLEASE send us a message and we’ll include the corrections in this description!!
Many people confuse the FLDS Church with the LDS Church (or the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). They will often call both sects “Mormons,” which simply is not an accurate word for both sects. The confusion stems from the early history of the Church of Jesus Christ. In the early 1900s, some members of the LDS Church were excommunicated for their practice of polygamy, which they were told to abandon.
Of the FLDS Church, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said, "the polygamists and polygamist organizations in parts of the western United States and Canada have no affiliation whatsoever with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.”
In this episode, we indicate differences between the FLDS and the LDS religions.
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Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) are encouraged to be wise with their finances. But what exactly does that mean? Is debt okay? If so, for what purposes? Also, are we required to keep a strict budget? In this episode, we talk briefly about the Church’s response to financial questions and then go into greater detail with our personal opinions on finances.
Some of the questions we often receive from our audience (a few of which we discuss today) are:
- Is it okay to go into debt for a car? School? A house? Is it okay to “finance” other purchases such as a TV or furniture? - Should you discuss all of your financial decisions with your spouse or just big ones? Should you frequently discuss finances with your spouse? Parents? - Should I discuss finances with my kids? - Should you create a budget? Or just be aware of what you have in your account? Should you budget for certain large expenses? How often should you budget? - How much in savings should I have?
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We get this question SO OFTEN and for good reason! Many of you are looking into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and want to know if now is the time for you to be baptized or if there is something you should know prior to joining. While we don’t know each of your stories, we do know the importance of baptism and for that reason, our answer is…. MAYBE. Maybe you should, maybe you shouldn’t. Being baptized right this second isn’t for everyone, despite what your missionaries might think. However, if you are asking the question about being baptized, it’s a good time to consider why you are asking the question. Is there something holding you back? Something you are waiting to learn?
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In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, there is a pamphlet for young adults called “For the Strength of Youth” which essentially contains guidelines for how to behave in public as a young adult. The pamphlet has been changed a number of times since the 1960’s (when it was first released). The revisions have been necessary, as you can tell from this video. Today we respond to the original version of the pamphlet and WOW!! There are so many cringe worthy paragraphs, we just couldn’t stop reading! The pamphlet was clearly written in a more patriarchal era so you’ll notice lots of advice for young women— some of which is just too hilarious today!
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Today we’re responding to a question that we’ve received A LOT! What is repentance? When do I need to repent? Should I repent for everything? Is “Mormon” repentance different from other forms of repentance? And how do I know if I’ve been forgiven after I feel like I’ve repented?
Taylor and Justin briefly discuss what repentance is and why it is necessary. They call in Samantha to get her opinion on repentance and the most common misconceptions involving repentance. You’re not going to want to miss her response!!
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Today we welcome one of the biggest Mormon TikTok groups, LatterDaySaintEstate! Caleb and Kai talk about their joining The Estate and how they keep their content fresh and creative. They also talk about how they respond to the haters who frequent their account ;) Being a Latter-day Saint Young adult in today’s world comes with LOTS of challenges... but Kai and Caleb talk about navigating the difficulties with courage and confidence.
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Today on Saints Unscripted, Drew Young joins us to talk about his mission, his mental health, and his new book about both topics (called ‘The Meaning of Your Mission’).
Drew had dreams of becoming an incredible full-time missionary of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Just like members in his family, he wanted to serve full-time and had no doubt that he could do so. However, not long into his missionary experience, he was experiencing some mental health issues and began to attend therapy while in the Missionary Training Center (MTC). His mission quickly began to change. He went home early from his mission and further continued to experience a variety of mental health issues that are common in people who have come home from their missions early.
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This is a topic we’ve been asked to film for A LONG TIME and we FINALLY filmed it! Many people have told us that they have an upcoming baptism date or are interested in being baptized but aren’t sure what to expect. We’ve filmed lots of videos about baptism but haven’t really focused on tips for being baptized.
In this episode, we talk about what to expect after you join the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon church), both the good and the bad.
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WARNING: There are a few hosts that may or may not believe in Santa Claus. If you believe in Santa, this episode might not be your favorite so you may want to click out. However don't worry, there is at least one host that still believes!!
The magic of Christmas comes in many different forms, one of which is SANTA CLAUS! Do members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) believe in Santa Claus? Do they teach their kids to believe?
In this episode, David, Justin, and Mimi discuss Santa Claus and whether or not they will teach their kids to also believe. The hosts agree that there is something fun and magic about believing in Santa Claus.
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In this episode, Stephen, Justin, and Kwaku talk about the many sources of credible information about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). There are many books, articles, and websites that talk about the Church, but which are trustworthy?
Stephen talks about the importance of reading a variety of views about the Church but being careful about the truthfulness of each source. He also mentions Joseph Smith as an example of someone who studied a significant amount before receiving many of his prolific revelations -- thus signifying an additional reason to study often.
Justin talks about the importance of critical thinking. Developing critical thinking skills isn't just beneficial for studying religious doctrine but will prove to be beneficial throughout life.
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This episode was released originally during Thanksgiving in 2018
You know those annual family gatherings where you're asked a series of insanely awkward questions? We recently asked our followers on Instagram about the most awkward questions they've been asked at those gatherings... and then rejoiced that we weren't the ones who were asked such awkward questions.
In today's episode, we read the most awkward questions you submitted. While some pertain to questions you might be asked as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or the LDS Church), some are questions you might be asked regardless of religious background.
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Today we talk with one of the greatest couples in the world. Legit. They are so cool. And they have such a unique YouTube channel that you're bound to love. Their YouTube channel is called Itallish (get it? Italian and British? 😍) and they talk about everything under the sun. They also happen to be members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. And surprise we're part of the same religion 😱
In this episode, we talk about how the Church differs in the United States vs Europe and the differences in culture found therein. There is certainly a difference in the different areas but many elements that are fundamentally the same. (Also, we talk about how this cute couple met which might be one of the best love stories ever. Check it out.)
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In March of 2019, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church) dedicated a holy temple in Rome, Italy. The dedication was historic for many reasons. For one, it was the first time in decades that the prophet and all twelve apostles of the Church had been to the same dedication and the first time it had ever happened outside of the United States. President Nelson, prophet and president of the Church was inspired to have the apostles all join him on his journey to Rome. Another amazing event that occurred around the time of the dedication was the Pope of the Catholic Church meeting with the President and Prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ. President Nelson had only positive things to say about the Pope. He said that while doctrines are a little different, they both share a love for humanity and religious liberty.
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In today's episode, we talk about the three witnesses to the golden plates that Joseph Smith (first prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) translated into the Book of Mormon.
Some people think that no other people saw the plates other than Joseph Smith. However, that is not true. Martin Harris, David Whitmer, and Oliver Cowdery were the three witnesses to the plates (along with many others, both men and women). These three men were once excommunicated from the church, came back to the church, and never denied what they saw.
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In today's episode, we sit down with Jesse, of Sunday Jesse, to talk about Starbucks and what members of the church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints can order! (Also known as Mormons) Jess makes videos talking about modest fashion for women, sister missionary prep and other church (Mormon) topics. But for today we talk about Starbucks. As many of you know, members of the church (Mormons) are not supposed to drink coffee because of the word of wisdom we have in place. (Check out our other episodes that talk about the word of wisdom) So what do Mormons get at Starbucks if they are not supposed to drink coffee?
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Kwaku, we love you, but someone had to call you out eventually... 😉 Sometimes we get really, really angry comments from people not of our faith (our religion being the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). And sadly, even people of our faith leave angry comments as well. There seems to be A LOT of contention. Is contention ever okay? When should we fight for our beliefs and if so, how do we go about it?
David says that there is a difference between disagreeing and being contentious. He says that if you are contentious in missionary work, you are a missionary for the wrong side. The spirit will never inspire you to be contentious. Kwaku has a different opinion. He says that we need to re-define contention. We should be able to defend ourselves against false claims. Kwaku does mention, however, that if a comment is blatantly malicious, it’s rare for him to address the comment as he knows that his comment won’t change the mind of the person. Justin says that you can usually tell when the spirit has left a conversation. He talks about his confrontation with a member of the Jehovah Witness Church. He said that the conversation eventually turned into an unnecessary debate that didn’t help either party.
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Are you worried about how to handle the first year of marriage?
In the episode, David, Justin, with his, "one month and sixteen days" of experience, and Mimi talk about their different experiences going through the first year of marriage and share their insights with us.
Members of the church (sometimes referred to as Mormons) don't believe in living with someone you are dating, or engaged to, until after you are married. So, for some of us it can be a big adjustment.
In this video, you will hear some tips, and some of the tricks that come with letting someone into every part of your life, but the best part of this video is listening to how much our hosts love and respect their spouses. It will melt your heart when you see Justin cry.
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In this episode, we talk all about FAMOUS MORMONS! David quizzes Kwaku on his knowledge of celebrities -- who is and who is not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
A few of the celebrities we mention are: Ryan Gosling, Anne Hathaway, Kaskade, Brendon Urie, Brandon Flowers, and others!! Which are Mormons and which are not?
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In this episode we talk about something unique to Mormonism: Baptisms for the dead. Fun fact. We don't literally baptize dead people. Nope, we actually do work "vicariously" for people that have died. In other words, we act in behalf of those people to be baptized.
Baptism for the dead only happens in LDS (Mormon) temples. Mormon temples can only be entered into by worthy members of the LDS Church who are over 12 years old. Baptism for the dead is performed just as it is for the living-- by full immersion in water and using the same prayer as would be said in a living baptism.
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Happy gratitude day!! Whether or not you’re watching this on Thanksgiving day or sometime in July, it’s a good day to be thankful :) In this episode, we’ve done something that we’ve NEVER done before. We challenged Mimi, Justin, and David to call someone out of the blue and let them know why they are grateful for them.
In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), members are often encouraged to “count every blessing” and “be grateful in all things.” Not only is gratitude good for the soul but it’s also a commandment from God.
We know that not everyone expresses gratitude or love in the same way. So expressing gratitude might be different for you than how it is expressed in this episode. David clearly DOES NOT like to express intimate gratitude when he has a full scene watching him. Mimi and Justin express their love differently and it’s great for them! Whatever way you express your thanks this, we challenge you to DO IT TODAY!
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In today's episode, Carli joins us to talk about her conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
Carli has lived all over the USA but claims New York as her hometown. Because Carli had a somewhat unstable childhood, she learned to take care of herself at a very early age. She'd be independent and eventually began using drugs and alcohol to keep her going.
After a series of difficult events, Carli noticed a man at work who was very happy and family oriented. She wanted what she had. When she heard that he was a member of the LDS Church, she knew she wanted some part of the Church. Little did she now that she had more difficult trials around the corner and quickly learned how much she needed the gospel of Jesus Christ in her life.
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If you’ve ever read the first page of the Book of Mormon, you’ve heard of the name ‘Nephi.’ He’s the first person introduced (by himself, in fact 😂) in first verse of the book! But who really was he? And why should you know his name?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon church or LDS church) regards the Book of Mormon as sacred text, like the Bible. The Book of Mormon is called “Another Testament of Jesus Christ” because it does just that— testifies of Jesus and his coming to the Americas.
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Today's episode of Saints Unscripted is different than usual... David does a Skype video call with Brett McDonald who has his own YouTube channel called LDS Truth Claims.
David and Brett talk about the criticisms between Joseph Smith and Freemasonry. Lots of critics like to point at the similarities between the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint's temple ceremonies and freemasonry. David and Brett go back and forth talking about these criticisms and determine how to go about understanding their similarities. Just because some things have some similarities does not mean they are the same, or that Joseph was a false prophet because of them.
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In this episode, Hannah talks to us about mental illness. She has been living with bi-polar disorder for many years. She talks about the stigma behind bi-polar and other mental illnesses, as well as how to navigate life while also dealing with mental illness.
Justin also talks about his struggle with depression and emphasizes how important it is to get professional help, as also strongly suggested by Jeffrey R. Holland who recently gave a talk on mental illness. Hannah's biggest piece of advice to those struggling with mental illness is to look for help. Don't give up on finding the right therapist and medication for you. It's going to be okay. ❤
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Almost all leaders (clergy) in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are unpaid and work normal jobs.
This episode is TOUGH. First and foremost, we want to emphasize that we abhor inappropriate conduct from ANY leader in the Church, regardless of position in the Church. As Justin says in this episode, if you’ve ever been sexually or physically abused by a leader (or anyone, for that matter), don’t be afraid to speak up! Such leaders should not be in positions of leadership.
While there are extreme cases of misconduct, there are also cases of leaders making comments that are offensive or inappropriate. Such comments may draw us away from the Church and the feelings are REAL! Justin and Taylor share their experiences in being hurt by different comments from Church leaders and what they felt, how they acted, and what it means for them moving forward.
We are so sad when anyone is offended by church leaders, by us, or by anyone in the Church. We hope that such things can be discussed and resolved!
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If you’re preparing to serve a mission, recently returned home from a mission, or want to know about missionaries, this episode is for YOU! In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), many young adults choose to serve a mission for the Church. (Check out the videos below for more information on LDS missions:)) It may sound like fun to be on your own in a new city (and sometimes country), teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. But what are the challenges? Do missionaries ever want to go home?
In this episode, Taylor and Sam talk about what it’s like to be a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ. They talk about the expectations, the rules, and how it feels to frequently fall short. They are completely transparent about being a missionary!
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In this episode, we talk all about GARMENTS! In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, members who have made temple covenants with God are told to wear ‘garments’ or a special undergarment that goes below the clothing (for pictures of garments and more explanation, check out this video made by the Church: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMutZ...).
Justin and Samantha talk about when they choose to wear the temple garment, what we should do when someone chooses not to wear the temple garment, and the purpose of temple garments, We also address YOUR thoughts from our Instagram page to temple garments (follow us on Instagram so you can be part of the conversation!).
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In this episode, Taylor and Justin talk about their experience during the COVID-19 quarantine. The current pandemic has caused a lot of changes in "normal" worship for many, many religions. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), the standard worship occurs every Sunday in-person for 2 hours. But, due to the pandemic, Sunday worship is done in each individual's own home. That said, Taylor and Justin have some strong opinions as to how the "at home church" is going for them!! ALSO, you get to FINALLY SEE and HEAR FROM Jake, a Saints Unscripted videographer!! WHOOP!!
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When a loved one leaves the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, family members react in a variety of ways. There have been absolutely horrible stories about the ways in which friends and family have reacted to someone leaving the Church, of which we do not condone. Taylor and Sam discuss why Mormons react the way they do and how they can better react to their loved ones leaving the Church.
Sam says that “the church does not have a monopoly on goodness and inspiration.” Certainly not! So many people from so many walks of life have goodness, truth, light, and inspiration. To claim that we are the only ones to possess such traits would be ludicrous. If you hear a member of the Church make such a claim, they aren’t speaking on behalf of the Church but just on behalf of themselves.
If you have left the Church, know that we still love you, God still loves you, and we’re here for you. If you are struggling with a loved one who has left the Church, we understand and pray that there will be love on both ends of the relationship.
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For this episode, we're back on Zoom (don't worry, we'll be back on set next time) and we're with Mimi and Justin! With all of the differences in opinion online, lots of friendships have been lost, lots of anger has been expressed, and lots of love has been lost. Social media can be fabulous but during this time of unrest, there is definitely lots of anger that we need to confront. How do we love in a world filled with hate?
Mimi and Justin talk about how we need to ask people how they want to be loved rather than just assuming that everyone feels love in the same way. Maybe the way you feel love is by engaging in high-level political discussion... but maybe for your best friend, such 'love' doesn't mean love at all. Another thing to consider is that, while it is difficult to know how to help others, we can pray for guidance, so long as we are wanting what God wants-- to love purely and without an agenda.
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Today Taylor vlogs with his wife, Amy, and their cute baby, Charlie! Whether you're new to parenting, wanting to be a parent, or have been a long-time parent, this episode is for you (okay, and if you love seeing cute babies because Charlie is the ultimate charmer). Taylor and Amy talk about the process of becoming parents, what they've learned, and when they believe is the best time to have a baby. Amy talks about the spiritual experiences she has had in her decision to become a mom and how she felt so strongly that she was meant to be a mom.
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Taylor and Justin have been filming as hosts Saints Unscripted together for awhile yet haven’t ever really “broken the ice.” Since we’re now filming with just the two of them (until the quarantine ends), we decided it’s time for them to really get to know each other by playing “This or That,” arguably the best get-to-know you game on YouTube! 😂
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It’s rare that we have a guest on the channel that isn’t a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints… but we LOVE having guests of any background so we were stoked to get to have Kyle on the show to talk about his experiences! Kyle grew up in the Church of Jesus Christ (also known as the Mormon Church) but left the Church in his late teens. He talks about his experience leaving the Church and what he has learned from the experience.
We recently released a video about how to treat people who have left the Church (here: https://youtu.be/_9-G6fAI10M) but quickly realized that it would be best to actually speak with an ex-Mormon so we weren’t speaking on their behalf. Kyle came up at just the right time and we think this conversation is absolutely vital to learning how to treat all people with respect, love, and understanding.
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In this episode, we talk all about Halloween and answer questions like, why do we, as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes referred to as Mormons) celebrate Halloween especially when we know its roots come from paganism?
Mimi points out examples of other holidays with pagan roots, Kwaku rants about candy companies (while secretly being one of their most loyal customers), and our ghost buddy, Justin, tells us about the "Mummy Dogs" his mother made for Halloween when he was a kid.
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN! (Okay, maybe you're watching this after Halloween... in which case, happy whatever day it is!)
Today on 3 Mormons, we talk about whether or not members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons or LDS) believe in ghosts.
Kwaku, Justin, and David all share the experiences they've had with ghosts. Kwaku emphasizes the importance of staying close to Jesus Christ. Mimi says that she hasn't had an experience with a ghost but speaks about the importance of ministering angels who are helping us on this earth. She reads a quote about the spirit world being here on this earth and that we can experience the positive influence of our ancestors who have gone on.
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Taylor and Amy are back from their home (okay, from baby Charlie’s room) to vlog about having a BABY!! In this episode, they share all the tips to being new parents and taking care of a baby. They talk about both pregnancy and postpartum, as well as Amy’s experience with postpartum depression (which began a little bit before the baby was born).
Both Amy and Taylor agree that one of the most important things you can do is cut yourself some slack (and your partner as well). Having a baby is tough! And the difficulty doesn’t end with the baby entering the world… there is a lot of adjusting that is so unique and challenging to becoming parents — but also immensely rewarding (just look at cute baby Charlie if you’re curious ;)).
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We’re BACK on set with Samantha and Justin to talk about BINGE EATING DISORDER. It’s very likely that someone in your social circle has struggled with a mental disorder (or food disorder) in one way or another. Today we want to talk about the signs, how to cope, and the reasons behind the need to binge.
Samantha talks about how growing up, she was a perfectionist. She wanted to have good grades, refrain from harmful activities, and be seen as a “good kid.” So when things got stressful, she would resort to eating lots and lots of food to mask the stresses of her life. She talks about how it almost would feel better to be able to blame herself for the pain she had caused rather than an external source that she couldn’t control.
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Okay, well admit it... We weren't crazy familiar with the 12 tribes of Israel going into this episode. BUT in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), you might hear the twelve tribes of Israel referred to in patriarchal blessings and so forth.
In this episode, we talk about the twelve tribes, their responsibilities, and why it's so commonly mentioned in the Church of Jesus Christ.
Kwaku talks about his patriarchal blessing mentioning that he is from the tribe of Abraham. David then talks more about the history of the twelve tribes and how they came to be.
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In this episode, we get to interview the fabulous McArthur Krishna!! McArthur wrote a book about Heavenly Mother after much research and WOW, she has some incredible information that you don’t want to miss.
In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we believe in Heavenly Mother and Heavenly Father. We mostly refer to Heavenly Father as “God” and don’t speak much about Heavenly Mother. However, McArthur points to lots of information about Heavenly Mother that we may have skimmed over.
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Okay, first of all, WELCOME TO THE CHANNEL, SAMANTHA!! Samantha will be on more episodes so if you have questions for her, shoot us a DM on Instagram and she'll respond in a future video!
This episode is about a difficulty that most people will feel some time in their life. So let's talk about it! In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (also called the Mormon Church), perfectionism is quite common. The communities are close-knit and the members of the Church are instructed to be "perfect like Jesus Christ is perfect." This search for perfection isn't restricted to Mormonism, however. Many religions teach the need to improve and strive for a more perfect life. In this episode, we talk about many aspects of perfectionism.
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In this episode, we interview Burgess Owens, a former NFL player and convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! Burgess grew up in the Bible Belt and had very few experiences with the Church of Jesus Christ. When he joined the NFL, he had amazing opportunities to play with some of the best players to date. He was on a team with 2 members of the Church who had similar family values to Burgess and he was interested in their beliefs. He eventually joined the Church and his story is INCREDIBLE.
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In this episode, David gets the incredible opportunity to interview the Christian movie director, Dallas Jenkins. Dallas is an Evangelical Christian. When he decided to work with VidAngel (a Utah based company which was started by a few Latter-day Saints) to distribute his series about Jesus, it brought together people with different perspectives on Christ, which helped grow their faith. With the help of his crew, Dallas came up with the first-ever multi-season show on the stories and life of Jesus Christ. YOU WILL LOVE IT.
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Pew Research conducted a study that ranked religions according to their knowledge of world religions. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) didn't do as well as we thought. So, we decided to take a few tests to determine our knowledge. The hosts had no knowledge of the questions prior to filming. Their responses are genuine.
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What in the world is a saving ordinance? It’s important to first understand what the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints means by “ordinance.” Ordinances are sacred, formal acts that hold spiritual significance. These ordinances are performed under the authority of the priesthood (the power and authority that God gives to act in His name). Ordinances can include (but not always) making covenants with God.
Now that we know about ordinances, what is a “saving” ordinance? Okay, first of all, members of the church use the word “saving” a little different than many other Christian denominations. Saving doesn’t mean that if you aren’t involved in the ordinances, that you will go to hell. They are better explained as “exalting ordinances.”
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We often see this comment (or a variation of this comment) in our YouTube comments. The comment is, "Mormons will disown you if you disagree with/choose to leave the Church!!" It's a bold claim but is it true?
Okay, this is a sensitive topic. There are certainly people who have chosen to leave the church and were then ostracized by their families. And we don't want to ignore their experiences. Being ostracized by your own family is incredibly hard and shouldn't occur, especially if it's solely based on your decision to distance yourself from the church. However, the current teachings from the leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints state that we should always choose to love our family members (and all people) in word and in deed. We should not disown members of our family for leaving the Church!
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Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) have some HILARIOUS jargon! Almost all of the things we mention in this video have been said for decades and just haven't stopped. David proposes that we should put a stop to the crazy stuff Mormons say. Whether or not you're a member of the Church, you'll probably think these words/phrases are hilarious as well.
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Back in 1820, Joseph Smith, a young 14-year-old boy saw God and Jesus face-to-face! You may have heard stories about Joseph Smith and his hand in helping to restore the Church of Jesus Christ in modern days. But have you ever heard the story from those that truly believe?
In this episode, we talk about Joseph Smith and his encounter with God and Jesus Christ (often called 'The First Vision'). We talk about how Joseph was an average boy looking for answers from his soul, just like many of us (average people looking for deep answers from our soul).
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It’s our first time reading these funny Christian memes and they've got us laughing and cringing! We looked up the top Christian memes on the internet and are surprised with what we found... haha. Tell us more if we missed any good ones!
But first! Are Mormons considered Christians? Great question! The official name of the Church is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes shortened as "Church of Jesus Christ," "LDS Church," or "Mormon Church). The official title contains the name of Jesus Christ and all of the doctrine of the Church is centered on Jesus. The Book of Mormon, a companion to the Bible, is called, "The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ." WE LOVE JESUS CHRIST AND HIS DOCTRINE! Our core and foundation is Jesus Christ so yes, we consider ourselves Christians (followers of Jesus Christ)
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Today we got to chat with Cameron! Cameron served a full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and had a fabulous time. However, during his time with a particular companion, he learned an extremely valuable lesson.
Cameron loved his companion and said he was one of the most dedicated missionaries he ever knew. He began to experience health issues and was unable to dedicate himself, despite having a strong desire to do so. The thought of going home early is incredible difficult for most missionaries so there was certainly fear in the thought of going home. But there came a point when the best option was to go home. Cameron quickly wrote a letter to the parents of this missionary and his letter went viral. To this day, he claims that he didn’t write the letter but that it was guided by God.
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In today's episode we sit down with a very special guest! Tyson is the editor for all our videos and today he sits down with us to talk about living with disabilities and how the church and his testimony has shaped his life.
Tyson has grown up with many different challenges. But none have stopped him from becoming the first online missionary for the church. And he wants people to know that regardless of what you have been given in life, focus on the things you do have and can be grateful for.
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Hey Fam!! In this video, all of the hosts recorded their FAVORITE parts of the semi annual General Conference from the latest session, April 2020! Every 6 months, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints holds what's called "General Conference." During General Conference, leaders of the Church talk to the world and transmit their talks LIVE on YouTube, as well as other sites. As members of the Church, there's something about General Conference that we just LOVE. And we want to share that love with all of you.
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On today's episode, Kwaku and Mimi sit down with Jesse! Some of you might know her from her own YouTube channel called Sunday Jess.
Jess makes videos talking about modest fashion for women, sister missionary prep and other church (Mormon) topics. In this episode, they talk about some of the positive feedback they get. Along with how they deal with negative feedback towards them and the church and why they do what they do.
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We're back with everyone's favorite speaker, Ganel-Lyn! We have so much fun with Ganel-Lyn every time we chat with her and are SO grateful that she came to talk about loving all people. The world needs so much love right now. Everyone is trying to get through something hard, whether it be the difficulties in social distancing, chronic illness, broken hearts, broken families, whatever it may be! Ganel-Lyn emphasizes the importance of loving people right where they are and how they are. Stop loving them strictly for who they will be one day but who they are right now.
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A Mormon prayer starts by addressing God the Father in some fashion. Mormons then fill the prayer with whatever they find appropriate. They then conclude "in the name of Jesus Christ, amen" or some variation of ending in Christ's name. Mormons ONLY address the Father, unlike other religions which will go through the virgin, saints or others. But Mormons don't believe that there is a mediator between them and God. They believe in being able to speak to God directly.
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The Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ, in addition to the Bible. Mormons believe the Book of Mormon to contain the words of God. Today on the show, we have Joseph Sim, a Mormon millennial YouTuber to talk with us about the different books in the Book of Mormon. So whether or not you're reading the Book of Mormon for the first time or if you've read it many times, you'll want to watch this video!
Each host takes a turn explaining the different books in the Book of Mormon to help understand the books better.
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The Book of Mormon quotes Isaiah more than any other prophet. However, many people call the words of Isaiah "too difficult to understand" or even "boring." David, Kwaku, and Mimi all agreed that they don't enjoy reading Isaiah when reading the Book of Mormon.
We brought our long-time friend Stephen Smoot back to the show to talk about how to better understand Isaiah and get the most out of scripture study. Stephen recently graduated with a Masters degree in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations from the University of Toronto. He's been involved in all-things Book of Mormon and as always, we're very lucky to have him on the show.
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Pornography is all over the place. It plagues so many lives and is incredibly addictive. Justin says that pornography is evil and works in secrecy. It thrives in shame.
Satan takes advantage of the powerful gifts that God has given us (the power of procreation) and tricks us into believing false things about those gifts. One of those trickeries is pornography.
David says that we all know pornography isn’t of God. He said that we need to move past our focus on the fact that it’s bad but to focus on repentance and change.
If you are addicted to pornography, DON’T give up on yourself. Do not feel like you are weak. Everyone on this earth is imperfect and it’s our great opportunity to repent and change. Repenting, as David said, is a battle. But God works miracles.
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In this episode, Lee came to chat with us about his experience leaving the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon church) and coming back. He talks about how the process in coming back can be extremely challenging, due to changes in behavior and desires, but that with faith and hope, IT’S WORTH IT. Lee is witty, positive, and so easy to talk with.
Lee has had all kinds of opportunities in front of the camera, of which he is grateful, but that nothing compares to the spirit he feels when feeling at peace with himself and with God.
Lee gives an INCREDIBLE testimony that you don’t want to miss.
We love Lee and are positive you’ll love him too!!
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If you're a Mormon, it's likely that you've heard the word "Kolob" but don't know much about what it means. Or maybe you've seen the Book of Mormon musical and have heard that Mormons believe that God lives on a planet called "Kolob." Is Kolob truly the location where God lives? Or is it all metaphorical?
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Are you really in love? Are you just crushing or are you really falling in love? What are the differences between crushing someone and genuinely starting to like someone? Are your feelings real? Mimi and Eric talk about love, obsession, crushing, dating, and marriage. We hope this video helps you understand your feelings better!
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This week we had an incredible guest on our show, Tamu Smith! Tamu is one of the two "Sistas In Zion" and coauthor of the book "Diary of Two Mad Black Mormons."
Watch along as we talk about how our church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) is a global church. We spread throughout all parts of the earth. It is a common misconception that we are a church only in the USA.
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In the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), young adults are called to serve full-time missions. A member who chooses to serve will submit an application with no knowledge as to where in the world they will go. The leaders of the Church then determine where the person will go based on the need of missionaries in different areas and on inspiration.
HOWEVER. Culturally in the Church of Jesus Christ, it is believed that the mission to which you are going is the exact mission for you. So when missions change due to the inability to obtain a visa or other reasons, are you no longer where you are "supposed to be?"
In this episode, the hosts talk about their mission experiences and opinions as to whether or not there is a "correct" mission.
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After losing 17 pounds in one month and being frozen with fear, Sabrina decided to get some help with her anxiety. Do you currently suffer from a mental illness that gets in the way of your every day life? Do you feel like an untreated mental illness can make it more difficult to feel God’s Influence? In this episode, Kwaku, Justin, Mimi, and our guest Sabrina talk about the struggles of anxiety and it’s effects on daily life.
“One day I just woke up and I felt like me again!” For years, Sabrina tried to deal with anxiety on her own until a friend helped her that God will help her as she uses her resources like modern day medicine. Elder Holland said, “if you had appendicitis, God would expect you to seek a priesthood blessing and get the best medical care available. So too with emotional disorders. Our Father in Heaven expects us to use all of the marvelous gifts He has provided in this glorious dispensation.”
“It’s not in people’s control.” Sabrina goes on to explain that anxiety and the need for medication are not things that can be cured with self help books and a strong personality. Do you think that living a healthy life can completely substitute medical treatment?
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Members of the restored Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church) often emphasize getting married in one of the religion's many temples. We believe that marriage in the temple can last for all eternity, not just this life.
But do you HAVE to get married in the temple? What happens if you don't? And what would prevent you from getting married in the temple?
Justin, David, and Mimi talk about the reasons why you should get married in the temple as well as why it's okay to NOT get married in the temple.
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In a recent Jimmy Fallon video featuring Guy Raz from 'How I Built This,' Raz talks about what members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) learn early on that makes them great entrepreneurs.
Jimmy and Guy talk about LDS missions and the mentality that comes with constant rejection. Guy also talks about his podcast interview with founder of JetBlue Airlines, David Neeleman (a member of the Church of Jesus Christ), and how Neeleman believes members of the Church become such good entrepreneurs.
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We have Ganel-Lyn back on the show for a remarkable episode on being broken. WE LOVE GANEL-LYN AND WE LOVE BEING BROKEN.
All of us have been (okay, are) broken. There are things in our life, our family, our persona, etc that just don't fit the mold of perfection. Why do I have to work so hard to understand simple concepts? Why do I feel differently than my family about particular topics? Why is it so hard to shake my addiction? Why am I depressed when I want to be whole? There are so many ways in which we feel broken and guess what. IT'S OKAY. You don't have to fit any mold. Everyone is going through something and your trial is as valid as any other. Ganel-Lyn mentions the suicide of her sister and says that no matter what you are going through, STAY. Stay on earth. You are needed and you are loved.
If you have difficulty with perfection, please let us know. Feel free to shoot us a DM on Instagram, we'd love to chat
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In today's episode of Saints Unscripted, Kwaku and David sit down with Spencer to talk about early released missionaries in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (also known as Mormon missionaries).
Why do some missionaries come home early? Can they go back out? How should members treat these early return missionaries?? There are many reasons why missionaries come home early. It is important to remember not to judge them but simply support them.
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Okay. I think we can all admit that there is SO MUCH marriage advice and everyone has something different to say... do couples even agree on certain marriage advice? We wanted to put it to the test! So on today's episode, the hosts read a bunch of marriage advice and vote on whether or not it's good advice 😎 You might be surprised at how differently each individual feels about the advice given!
In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often referred to as the Mormon Church or LDS Church), members regard marriage as an important union that extends into the eternities.
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In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or the LDS Church), members are encouraged to refrain from alcohol. But can they sell alcohol? Can they work somewhere that sells alcohol? Can they cook with alcohol, assuming it 'cooks out'?
The health code in the Church of Jesus Christ is called the Word of Wisdom and is found in the Doctrine and Covenants, section 89. Kwaku and David discuss alcohol specifically and how refraining from the consumption of alcohol is very important in obeying God's command.
However, if you feel trapped by an addiction to alcohol or another substance, you aren't too far from Christ's atonement. Speak to a therapist, attend classes, do what it takes to regain control of your life.
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Justin has been a member of 3 Mormons for awhile now and has been a member of the LDS Church for even longer ;) In this episode, Justin talks about his conversion story. In the Mormon Church, we often refer to being 'converted' as something only for people who weren't members of the church before. However, anyone who claims to believe a certain religion must first know if it is true for their self. They must come to an understanding, no matter how many years they've been in the religion.
Justin talks about how he grew up in a Mormon family (both of his parents were mormon as well as his siblings) but yet he still had to experience what was true and what was false. He had to decide if each of the things he was claiming were right were truly right. So he went through a process of learning and obeying til he eventually just knew it was all true.
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What is Mormon culture? Is it strictly Utah culture or does it apply to all Mormons?
When it comes to the negative elements of Mormon culture, it is disappointing because it detracts from the gospel of Jesus Christ. One characteristic that is ascribed to Mormon culture is frequent judging. Judging unrighteously is NOT taught in nor endorsed by the Mormon church, though it frequently happens. We should not be perpetuating negative Mormon culture.
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There are many, many families whose members represent different religious beliefs. There are also some who have left the Mormon religion to join another religious sect but have been deeply judged for their change.
Today we invited Jaxon Washburn on the show to talk about interfaith, specifically in regards to the Mormon religion. Jaxon is well-known among Mormon millennials for his well-thought opinions and beliefs. He represents a large portion of millennials who perhaps don't align with mainstream Mormonism but are still faithful, active members of the LDS Church. Jaxon shares a personal experience about his mom who left the Mormon Church and how to this day, he continues to regard her as a great example of courage and devotion.
Kwaku and Justin comment that though they know that the restoration of the gospel is true and incredibly important, Mormons must make a greater effort to love those who have left the LDS Church and those who have decided not to join the LDS Church. Jesus Christ taught us to love, regardless of religion or any other differing belief. While it's important to share the gospel, it must be done with love and faith.
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On September 22nd, 1827, Joseph Smith retrieved the golden plates that were later translated into the Book of Mormon. There are many people outside of the LDS Church who wonder if Joseph Smith was the only person who saw the golden plates, considering his frequent concealing of the plates. Also, Kwaku mentions an episode in South Park stating something like, "Joseph Smith had the golden plates even though nobody else ever saw them," which has further confused this notion of only Joseph seeing the golden plates. We know from the first few pages into the Book of Mormon that there were at least 11 witnesses to the golden plates, besides Joseph Smith.
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The answer is YES! And no… here’s the scoop. Whenever a temple is built in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), there is a period of time that the temple is open to the public.
However, a few months after the temple is finished, the temple undergoes a "dedication" in which the temple is dedicated to God and can no longer be open to the public. The dedication is broadcasted throughout the temple's region has the simple format of a prayer, song, a few talks, and a dedicatory prayer.
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Today we had the AWESOME interview with Roseanne Service. Up until 2010, Roseanne had been living what looked like an easy life. She had participated in lots of cool organizations and held many leadership positions in her community as well as in the Church (Roseanne is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints -- otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
However, in 2010, Roseanne learned that she had a brain tumor. But being the diligent mother of 5 that she was, she knew she could get through hard things. So she kept pressing forward. But after a series of unfortunate events, Roseanne began to experience the most excruciating pain of her entire life. She was absolutely destroyed... Learn the rest of her story in the video:)
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In this video, we talk about one of the most asked-for yet one of the most controversial topics yet... Is there evidence for the Book of Mormon in the Bible?
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) often emphasize their belief in the Book of Mormon. However, members of the Church also believe in the Bible to be sacred text, just like the Book of Mormon. Both are regarded as companions in teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Bible was written in one part of the world and the Book of Mormon in another. But both are clear testaments of Jesus Christ. (If you are unsure and want to read the Book of Mormon, send us a DM on Instagram and we'll send you a book:))
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If you know a Mormon, you might know that modesty is something big for Mormons. This week on Saints Unscripted, Justin, Kwaku and Mimi talk about what modesty and how to define it. Watch and see if you think the Saints Unscripted give good fashion advice.
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It turns out that this episode has more controversy than we thought before filming! Justin, David, and Kwaku talk about angels: their purpose, what they might look like, and when they appear. Are angels evil? Could an angel appear to you? Do angels have wings?
We believe that angels are everywhere. We believe that God sends angels to earth under his direction to instruct. This is found both in the Holy Bible and the Book of Mormon. We also believe that angels still appear today, not just in biblical times. Joseph Smith saw an angel and we don't doubt that others have seen angels as well.
Justin says, “As long as people that need to be saved, God will be sending angels… to give us a sense of comfort.” Angels are just that!! To give comfort and instruct.
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In this episode, we talk about contraceptives (birth control). Are Mormons allowed to use contraceptives? Many religious people might decide against contraceptives. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), members of the Church are not advised whether they should or should not use birth control. Every member is advised to decide with their spouse and with God concerning their decisions in building their family. Justin, Mimi, and David talk about their personal opinions as members of the Church.
The Ten Commandments have been around for a very very long time but are still widely taught and followed throughout the world. We, as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly known as Mormons), follow the Ten Commandments found in the bible but, do we interpret them differently?
In this video, we talk about what the Ten Commandments mean to us and give you an idea of how we interpret and obey them in our everyday lives. Have you ever heard a Mormon say a weird word to replace a swear word? Well, you'll hear some more in here and find out why, at least our hosts, don't swear or say things like "Gez."
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The population of Nauvoo, Illinois is just over 1,000. So why are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) so aware of and slightly obsessed with Nauvoo?
Nauvoo is an important part of the history of the Church of Jesus Christ. Shortly after the Church was organized, persecutions against the Church were rampant. Latter-day Saints (members of the Church) were forced out of their homes and ended up settling in Nauvoo. Nauvoo is where many important revelations occurred during the time of continued persecution. Eventually the saints were forced to flee once again and ended up settling in the western United States (with the Church headquartered in what is now Salt Lake City Utah).
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David Ostler, a new friend of ours, came on the show to talk about faith crises. Chances are, you know someone (or are someone) who has been through/is going through a faith crisis. Faith crises are scary, both non-members and members will agree. And the outcome is different for everyone.
Is it possible to build bridges between those in a faith crisis (and those who have left the Church) with those who haven't been through/aren't going through a faith crisis? YES. David Ostler talks about how we can connect despite differences in beliefs. He talks about ministering to those suffering with love and empathy.
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon church) often use the phrase "going through the temple." But what does that mean? And can anyone go through or just members of the Church?
In this episode, we talk about what it means to go through the temple. When a temple is first constructed, the public is welcome to take a tour through the temple before it is dedicated (which means that it is dedicated to God as His house). After the dedication, only members of the Church who have a temple recommend (meaning that they are 'worthy' to enter) are able to go.
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Chances are, you've probably used a product whose beginnings were invented by a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as a Mormon). If you haven't watch the video, just take a guess :)
In this video we talk about a few of the more well-known inventions that came to be from members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Some of the inventions might surprise you! We talk about the invention of the TV by Philo Farnsworth who was a member of the Church, among other inventors.
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In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), members are taught about Jesus Christ. However, in the Church, you might hear people refer to Jesus Christ simply as "Christ." So what are the many names by which Jesus is referred?
In this episode, we decided to go through a few of the names by which Jesus Christ is called and highlight some of our favorites.
Clearly, members of the Church of Jesus Christ are christians and have a firm believe in Jesus Christ and all that he has done. He is our Savior, Redeemer, and Advocate, among many other things. What is your favorite name of Jesus Christ?
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In this episode, we talk about facts and fictions concerning the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church. What are things that Mormons can and cannot do?
Here are a few questions we discuss:
“Can Mormons drink alcohol?” “Are Mormons allowed to question the leaders of the Church?” “Do Latter-day Saints have to wear a white shirt to Church?” “Do Latter-day Saints have to attend Sabbath day worship meetings?” “Are Mormons allowed to use profanity?” “Are Mormons required to serve a full-time mission?”
David said that these rules truly depend on where your heart is. Are you criticizing or being critical when it comes to certain rules? Justin says that if you’re looking for religion based on how easy it is to live, your opinion probably isn’t a good measurement on whether or not the religion is true.
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Back by popular demand... today we respond to YOUR COMMENTS for the 7th time!! SO. MANY. COMMENTS.
We read every comment that comes on this Saints Unscripted channel. We don't respond to all since there are quite a few BUT we read them and love them. Most of the time ;) As always, the hosts read and respond to the comments without knowing which they are about to read. So their responses are as authentic as it gets! We respond to genuine questions, rude comments, awesome stories, etc.
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In this episode, we discuss an article written by Third Hour called “Members of the Church Need to STOP Saying These 6 Things.” Many members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have gotten into the habit of saying some things that are incorrect and often critical. We wanted to discuss six of the comments and why they might be incorrect or hurtful. While we believe that the gospel of Jesus Christ (as found in the Church of Jesus Christ, or Mormon Church) is true, we don’t believe that all of the cultural things should be perpetuated. Be more aware of the things you are saying! You might be surprised at how cultural they really are :)
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Javier came to the United States from COLOMBIA! He has been a member of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) for awhile and has A LOT of experience living the gospel in different cultures.
Javier arrived in the United States with a lot of unknowns. But upon arriving and going to a LDS Church building, he immediately felt at home and like he had a family. He talks about the power in having a family wherever you go.
For members of the Church, you might wonder— what do people in Colombia think about the Church? And what’s it like for someone outside of Utah to visit the iconic Salt Lake Temple for the first time? Javier tells all:)
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What happens after death? Will people who haven't heard the restored gospel have the opportunity to hear it or is this life the only chance?
If you die without a testimony of Jesus Christ, you aren't doomed. If you've never heard about the gospel of Jesus Christ, you'll have the opportunity to hear it and accept it in the life to come. How cool! This is a belief found in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church.
We believe in ministry that extends beyond this life and we believe that all people are loved by God, our Heavenly Father. He wants all people to return to Him and has made that possible through Jesus Christ and through after-life ministry (which was made possible through the atonement of Jesus Christ who broke the bands of death).
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Are you in a toxic relationship?? Well, what is a toxic relationship? How do you recognize the signs?
**BTW: We aren't just talking about romantic relationships in this episode. we're talking about ANY kind of relationship because no one deserves to be in any form of a toxic relationship.
**BTW again: We also talk about how YOU might be the person practicing toxic behavior... So maybe watch before you think that none of your relationships are toxic.
Mimi and Justin share personal experiences about toxic relationships and how they were able to navigate the problems and become strong. Justin talks about how in his experience, sometimes the advice of other people is most important in helping you recognize problems in your relationships. Mimi talks about how paying attention to your feelings is vital in determining the strength of your relationship.
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We LOVE conversion stories and Mariah’s was nothing short of amazing. Growing up, she had very negative feelings towards the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). She had no intention of ever joining. In fact, she was very much against the Church... unless something changed!
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Divorce is a tough topic to discuss even though it is quite common. We've published a few videos about divorce so what makes this one different? In this episode, Sam and Taylor talk about growing up with divorced parents and how they coped with the changes to their families. Both grew up with parents who were members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In the Church of Jesus Christ, marriage is taken very seriously, as it is promised to last for eternity, so long as both partners stay true to their sealing in the temple... So when divorce occurs, there are a LOT of questions about the future of the family. Is it possible to move past the divorce of your parents? Sam and Taylor give all of their advice on how they were able to cope and continue to cope moving forward :)
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Is what I'm feeling the Spirit? How do I know when I'm feeling the Holy Ghost?
Mormons talk about 'feeling the Spirit' quite frequently. Mimi points out that an important thing to recognize is that God speaks to us through the Spirit, so it's ever important to recognize the Spirit.
David said that he isn't always able to recognize when he IS feeling the Spirit but he always recognizes when he is NOT feeling the Spirit. While some people have experiences of feeling the Spirit intensely, many others feel the Spirit quietly. He often feels the spirit in retrospect. Elder Richard G. Scott said, "The Holy Ghost communicates important information that we need to guide us in our earthly journey."
If you are living the best you can, you can trust that you will be inspired (though you might not realize it until afterwards).
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Many christian religions condemn divorce. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (others known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church), divorce isn't taken lightly. HOWEVER, there are certainly times when divorce is necessary and even encouraged.
Today on Saints Unscripted (formerly known as 3 Mormons), we talk with Holly. Holly is remarkable! Her story is a story of faith, of empowerment, and of love. For as long as Holly can remember, marriage was heavily stressed. She was raised in the Church and thus, was taught the importance of an eternal marriage. She knew that when she was married in the temple, her marriage would be for eternity and she would need to fight for her marriage. However, she finally reached a point where she knew that for her happiness and for the happiness of her children, she would need to leave her marriage.
Holly talks about being made whole after a divorce and how to maintain your self-worth even after such a traumatic event. She also talks about the reasons why she believes divorce is more common today than ever before.
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Ludovica is AMAZING! We loved having her on the show and hearing about her INCREDIBLE life!!
Ludo was born and raised in Italy where her family became members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). She grew up being in the minority as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ. During high school, she decided to move to the United States. The transition was difficult. She talks about the differences in culture and other challenges.
Ludovica's career in music took off shortly after. But it wasn't easy...
Well, it turns out that the answer to the question is YES! The Book of Mormon has been revised. But does that make the Book of Mormon false? And was Joseph Smith wrong in saying that the Book of Mormon is the most correct book of any book on earth?
In this episode, Kwaku and David discuss the THOUSANDS of revisions that have been made to the Book of Mormon. The bulk of the revisions are grammatical and the hosts point out a few of the most common changes.
The Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ and is one of the main differentiators between the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often referred to as the Mormon Church or the LDS Church) and other religions. We encourage you to read the Book of Mormon (available for FREE online -- check out comeuntoChrist.org).
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Many people date in high school. But timeless counsel from leaders in the Church of Jesus Christ advises people under 16 to refrain from dating and even at age 16, to not date one person “exclusively.” This counsel was emphasized quite some time ago... so is it still valid?
Well, we have different opinions on the topic!! Sam talks about her experience having a steady boyfriend. She emphasizes the things she learned and the things she would’ve done differently. Justin and David both have the same opinion... but I’ll let you watch the video to see what they have to say 😉
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Jaxon Washburn, a firm believer in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and a friend of Saints Unscripted, joins us for a discussion about millennials. A millennial is defined as 'a person reaching adulthood in the early 21st century.' However, President Nelson gave a talk about becoming a true millennial-- that millennials should not act in the way that the world defines them but in a way that they are defined by God.
Spiritualism is a big topic for millennials. Many millennials crave something spiritual but they seem to have trouble committing, says Jaxon.
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If you've talked to missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church), you've probably heard the word "apostasy." But what does that mean? And why does the Church place so much emphasis on it?
Members of the Church believe that when Christ established his Church on the earth, all of the authority necessary for baptizing and governing the Church were on the earth (through Jesus Christ). However, with the death of Jesus Christ and the apostles, the authority was slowly being corrupted and finally led to the Great Apostasy, meaning that the fullness of the authority of God was no longer on the earth. There would need to be a restoration in the future.
(If you're curious about the following away and where it was evident in the Bible: In the New Testament, Paul spends a lot of time “answering questions, correcting errors in doctrine, and trying to persuade people to change how they are running the Church.” This is because the Church is going astray from the doctrine of Christ. In Revelation 2:2-5, Christ speaks through John to the Church about their falling away and warns that if they don’t repent, he will “remove thy candlestick out of his place.” )
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Don Bradley, one of the most fascinating guests we've had on our show, talked to us about his conversion and WOW. It's rather unbelievable. Don was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and had always been intrigued by the doctrine and history of the LDS Church. However, with further research, Don began to experience doubt. He put his doubts on a shelf and served a mission in Houston, Texas. But when he returned home, the doubts continued to set in. Don soon fell away from the Church and asked to have his records removed. However, after many years, a few surprising events led him to reconsider the Church of Jesus Christ. Hear his story!!
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It's fairly uncommon for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) to have multiple piercings. What's the deal with piercings anyway? Are members of the restored Church banned from piercing their body? If so, why?
In this episode, David, Justin, and Mimi discuss what the Church says about piercings. They also discuss that while members of the Church (otherwise known as the LDS Church) are discouraged from getting more than one piercing, there are certainly cultures in which it's okay. And guess what? You can still be a worthy member with multiple piercings. You can still participate in the temple and all of the ordinances.
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Have you ever felt like Joseph Smith was a super hero and that his story (specifically his First Vision) should be read like a graphic novel? Well guess what? Andrew Knaupp and Sal Velluto are creating JUST THAT! Seriously, this novel is so cool.
If you’re unfamiliar with Joseph Smith’s First Vision, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that during this event in the early 1800s, Joseph Smith saw God the Father and Jesus Christ after much prayer. Joseph was concerned about many things and was given direction by God the Father through Jesus Christ.
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Kwaku, David, and Justin talk about dating a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (nicknamed the Mormon Church). Can LDS date outside of their religion? Or are they taught to avoid dating outside? And what are the host's opinions on the matter?
The hosts agree that dating outside of ones religion isn't wrong. It's okay to date whomever you believe is good for you, treats you with respect, and helps you become the best version of yourself. However, Kwaku emphasizes the necessity in maintaining your values in whatever relationship you're in. Don't let anyone compromise your values.
Also, the hosts discuss if "Mormons" who date "non-Mormons" just want to baptize their significant other. See the answers in the video!!
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Today, Justin, David and Kwaku discuss five things that Mormons believe that other Christians do not! Do you agree that these beliefs are exclusive to Mormons? Throughout this video we explore topics like the necessity for additional scripture, baptism by immersion, the structure of the afterlife and much more.
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Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are encouraged to be educated in both secular and non-secular things. They are also encouraged to be self-sufficient and be able to provide for their family, so career choices seem to be very important in the Church of Jesus Christ.
But what does "correct" and "right" mean, when it comes to careers and education? Justin talks about the importance of doing something you enjoy while also being able to support a family (whether your family is yourself, you and your children, etc). But what about education? Does education always mean 'college'? Not necessarily. There are many ways to be 'educated' and the best way for you might be completely different for someone else.
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What is the gift of tongues? What do members of the Church of Jesus Christ mean when they say this??
In many churches across the world, the gift of tongues may mean a variety of things. Some people will claim to have the gift of tongues when they are speaking in a language that no one understands. Others will claim to have the gift of tongues when they are speaking a language foreign to them but understood by others.
One example that members of the Church of Jesus Christ often use as an example of the gift of tongues is when LDS missionaries (also called Mormon missionaries) speak in a language that they know very little about.
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No matter if you were raised in the Church of Jesus Christ, are learning about the Church, or joined the church on your own, you NEED to have a testimony of your OWN! Having a testimony does not mean that you know everything so don't fall into the trap of believing you don't have a testimony just because you still have questions.
In the Church of Jesus Christ, members are encouraged to learn as much as they can about the gospel of Jesus Christ in order to make their own decisions about their commitment to the gospel. This is not a gospel of relying on other people to maintain strength but rather to feel empowered to act on your own.
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The LDS Church has counseled against dating before age 16. But why? And are there exceptions to the rule?
Justin explains that when he was young, he was very strict about not dating before he turned 16. But this made others curious as to why he had such a strange standard.
Kwaku, not being a member of the Church until he turned 18, says he wishes he would have had this dating counsel when he was young. He talks about his high school experience and how he dated people that weren't good for him.
David mentions how this counsel isn't just old, white guy counsel that is out of touch with reality. He speaks from a millennial point of view, that avoiding serious dating at a young age saves a lot of trouble. David says it pays to wait to date.
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There are A LOT of rumors about Mormons. "Mormons have little green men that work in the temple." "Mormons have horns." "Mormons can't eat chicken on Tuesdays." The rumors just don't seem to end!
In this episode, Kwaku and Justin react as David reads a few of the crazy rumors. Some of the rumors are pretty awesome. Some of the rumors are downright hilarious. Either way, we love laughing about the rumors and myths.
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As humans, and particularly members of a devoted religion, we tend to avoid the difficult topics. We want to avoid the uncomfortable but inherently crave to learn about the uncomfortable. We avoid scary questions but deep down want to know the answers. So what should we do? Keep avoiding? Or address them head-on?
In this episode, we talk about the difficult topics and why it’s necessary to address such questions. Ganel-Lyn joined us and she is PHENOMENAL. She’s unafraid to address things that may seem taboo and she’s confident in her faith. She doesn’t avoid talking about faith crises, suicide, divorce, and other touchy subjects. She wants to teach and to learn. We ADORED having her on the show and know you will too!
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Mormons don't use the symbol of the cross nearly as often as many other Christian religions. Do Mormons believe that Jesus died on the cross?
In this episode, Kwaku, Justin and David talk about how though Mormons believe that Jesus was crucified on the cross, Mormons haven't been ones to adorn the cross. David argues that the frequent use of the cross just hasn't even been a 'thing' for Mormons. Kwaku and Justin both discuss the importance of and emphasis on the resurrection of Jesus Christ rather than the death of Jesus Christ.
Ultimately, it isn't inappropriate for a Mormon to wear the symbol of the cross. If such a thing brings someone closer to Christ, it's probably not inappropriate.
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We talk with Don Bradley, author and scholar and all around incredible human!
The Book of Mormon is regarded as sacred text by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons). This Book of Mormon was written by ancient prophets in the Americas for generations and was then translated by Joseph Smith into English. However, during the translation process, a friend and confidant of Joseph Smith (named Martin Harris) had lost "116 pages" of the translated version -- a portion that hadn't been copied and thus, could not be recovered.
In this episode, Don Bradley mentions how he's always been fascinated with the idea of the lost pages and has wanted to learn more about the events and contents and all the facts surrounding the pages. He talks about everything that he has learned and tells us SO MUCH INFORMATION that we are learning for the first time!!
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Joseph Sim is a influential YouTuber and videographer. He started uploading videos to YouTube years ago. Joseph has been coming up with hilarious content that Mormons just can't stop sharing. Seriously, check out his videos for a good laugh :)
In this episode, we talk about the importance of sharing the gospel online. We talk about speaking up and being bold to let people know more about Mormonism. Justin says that in order for "all to hear" the gospel, we need to use the internet to reach people throughout the world. Kwaku says that we shouldn't be scared when sharing our beliefs online.
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If Mormons believe in the necessity of being baptized in the LDS Church, does that mean they believe that everyone else is going to go to hell?!
The short answer is no, we do not believe that everyone who isn't Mormon is going to go to hell. In fact, if hell is referred to as fire and brimstone and endless torment, we believe that VERY few people will be cursed to such a punishment. We also believe that not everyone baptized into the Mormon Church will end up in the highest 'degree of glory' (to live with God). It takes faith, diligence, and devotion to God to end up with Him in the end.
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We've released a few episodes in the past concerning our opinions of the media, such as movie ratings, genres of television, etc... but today we wanted to share our real opinions on how we think media consumption affects YOU.
This episode is full of opinion so before you assume that all members of the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as Mormons) are the same, keep in mind that our thoughts might differ from a lot of members of the Church (also known as the LDS Church).
Justin says that he will not watch R-rated movies unless they are edited. David and Kwaku, on the other hand, believe that depending on the content and rating system, it's okay to watch certain movies.
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Mimi has been a member of 3 Mormons for awhile now and we've LOVED having her :) She brings an element of happiness and love that we don't know how we lived without.
In this episode, Mimi shares her conversion story -- how she came to have a testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ found in the LDS (Mormon) Church. Mimi talks about growing up in a single-parent family and the difficulties that came with consistently going to Church due to her circumstances. Mimi says that up until she began Seminary in 9th grade, she didn't have a full conviction of the gospel in the LDS Church. When she began going to Seminary and learning from the scriptures, her testimony began to grow.
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In this episode, we speak with the amazing TAD!! Tad talks about her experience living in China. She talks about what it was like to live the standards of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
*DISCLAIMER: Taylor's time in China came with limited experience as to how the Church operates in China so other experiences/expertises might differ than the one presented in this episode. If you have different experiences, let us know in the comments below!
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Is it hard to become a Mormon? How much did your life change when you became a Mormon? Tamu from “Sistas in Zion,” our very own Kwaku, and his roommate Jimmy, talk about what it’s like to be a convert to the church, their struggles, and what keeps them in the church.
“I was young and I didn’t really know anything about Mormonism so, my conversion came because I recognized the spirit.” Tame goes on to explain that the church language and culture were difficult to get used to at first. Kwaku continues the conversation by pointing out that there are many controversial topics surrounding the church. He investigated the church while accepting that there would be opposition.
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In this video, we had the great privilege of talking to Jason who is the nicest person in the universe. If you think someone is nicer, let us know in the comments cuz we're pretty sure he's the nicest. Ever.
Anyway, today Jason came on the show to talk about how changing your study of the scriptures is one of the best decisions you'll make in your spiritual progression. He talks about the 3 keys to understanding the Book of Mormon. We often have people ask us how they can understand the Book of Mormon and how to improve their scripture study. Well, we finally have an answer!!
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Hey Saints Unscripted fam!! In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we often talk about the 'ideal' family. But it turns out that the ideal family doesn't often exist... okay, just about never. We've heard from many of you that it's difficult to not be in a traditional, ideal family so we brought on David to share his experience (and of course, to hear the words of Mimi) about growing up in what's considered a non-traditional family.
David was raised in a single-parent home after his dad's death when David was very young. He talks about the financial difficulties (among others) and how there were many challenges that couldn't be avoided. He also talks about how he had many, many father figures and how he was able to build a composite father figure through each of them.
Mimi talks about how her parents were divorced when she was young and how living the gospel was an interesting dynamic since each of her parents had different beliefs. She talks about how she was able to build her testimony independently and how it has shaped her into the person she is today.
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In today's episode, we sit down with Steven Harper who is a church historian for the Church History Department of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. (Also known as the Mormon Church)
Steven talks about historical figures in the church and how we need to have faith, hope, and charity when looking at these figures. Some of the figures he talks about in the episode are William McLellan, who was an early apostle in the church and Joseph Fielding Smith, who was the tenth president of the church.
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We filmed the episode near the end of October 2019 so you’ll hear Justin say, “General Conference was at the beginning of this month. We are sorry for the confusion! General Conference happens semi-annually in April and October. So don’t think you missed anything this month.
We don’t always recap a talk from General Conference (okay, I think this is our very first one) but we felt like this one was SO IMPORTANT to emphasize. In the October 2019 Semi Annual General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder David A Bednar gave a talk titled “Watchful Unto Prayer Continually.” In it, he talks about cheetahs and topis and how they relate to our lives today.
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On this episode, we talk about single-parent homes and raising a family as a single parent. For this topic, we brought back our good friend Holly, a single mom with lots of strength and happiness.
Holly was recently on Saints Unscripted (formerly known as 3 Mormons) to film with us about divorce. We learned about the difficulties of divorce, specifically in the the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church) as well as in the world at large.
For a number of reasons, MANY people are raised with only one parent. In Holly's case, she has had to navigate raising her kids by herself. But does that mean her family is broken? No. In this episode, Holly discusses the difficulties and blessings of being a single-parent.
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Joseph Smith is the founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (commonly known as the Mormon church), and many people wonder why he translated the Bible?
Is it a translation, did he use revaluation, was he paraphrasing parts of the bible, do Mormon's use these translations? In this episode of Saints Unscripted, they explain why Joseph translated the Bible, and what happened to the translations.
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In this episode, we talk with David, the Han Solo actor for our General Conference Star Wars parody! David is currently serving as a Bishop in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Bishops are called to serve in their ward boundaries (a 'ward' is just a group of people comprised in a geographic location). Bishops have (but are not limited to) the following duties:
Preside over services, President of the priest quorum, Judge in Israel, Provide temporally for the members of the ward, Serve as the presiding high priest for the ward, Organize and manage the other organizations in the ward
David (Bishop Grant, as some might call him) answers some difficult questions about what it's like to be a bishop and what goes through his head under certain occasions.
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Like many of our convert stories, Emily started off unsure about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church). But she wanted answers to common life questions.
Her story is of faith, hope, difficulty, and love. While she may not have much support, she continues in strength toward her goal of one day being baptized in the Church of Jesus Christ. She hasn't given up in her battle to remain spiritually strong despite everything she's gone through. We love Emily SO MUCH and know that you will love her story as well!
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We LOVE being members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) but don't necessary love the culture... so we wanted to talk about it!
The Church of Jesus Christ has been around for almost 200 years and with that amount of time, there comes a culture that has been decades in the making.
We love Mormon culture because of the community it provides, the feeling of an 'automatic family,' and the support from one another.
The things we don't love about Mormon culture include the judgment involved among members in the culture, the expectations that have been around for FAR too long, and the single-mindedness.
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If you've been to a church meeting in almost any Church, you've probably heard someone say, "This is the true Church." But what does that mean? And how do I know what church is true?
David says, "I'm confident that I could find some form of truth in every church. We've all got shards of the truth." Justin says, "Anytime you do anything Christlike, that is an aspect of truth."
Kwaku emphasizes that in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), members don't believe that people of other religions are going to Hell strictly due to their choice in religion. We believe that people of our faith and people outside of our faith will go to Heaven or Hell, depending on the life that the person lives, given their circumstances and opportunities and knowledge and so forth.
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In today's episode, David and Kwaku talk about the Second Coming of Jesus Christ and what members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (also known as Mormons) believe about it.
What are some of the signs that Jesus is coming again? How do we know we are in the last days? What are some of the prophecies? We go through a list to answer all and more of these questions!! Some of these prophecies are already going on, others are not, and others we do not know what they mean or when they will happen.
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Today we have a special episode with one of THE KINDEST PEOPLE in the universe, Jerald Simon! Jerald is soft-spoken, humble, and intelligent beyond measure. You’re going to LOVE listening to him speak!
Jerald talks about how he grew with a lot of powerful musical influence. His father was a professional musician and a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). He instilled in each of his children an understanding and passion for music. Jerald talks about how his father would wake the children and have them practice their instruments. Jerald thought it was normal to wake up early to practice his instrument until third grade when he realized, from friends, that it wasn’t normal.
As you can see, from an early age, Jerald knew he wanted to be a musician. However, he’s encountered significant setbacks, specifically one when he was in the second grade. You HAVE to hear his story!!
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In recent years, there has been a lot of speculation about the role of bishops, especially because of a few different sexual allegations regarding bishops of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church). This also comes during a time when Catholic priests have been misusing their authority for inappropriate behavior.
We believe that any kind of sexual misconduct is not of God and is completely inappropriate. We do not support the behavior of any bishop (or anyone, for that matter) who sexually mistreats any of God's children (anyone and everyone), especially when they use their perceived 'power' and 'authority' to do so.
We also believe that most of the bishops we know are trying their best to be their best. We know that being in a leadership position brings significant responsibility to act in a way that exemplifies godly attributes. Of the dozens and dozens of bishops we know, we believe that they are trying to do the best that they can. The actions of a very small minority (though they shouldn't be ignored and should be taken seriously) should not always indicate the actions of the majority.
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As a Latter-day Saint (or as a member of a different religion), you'll likely find that you're a little bit (maybe even a lotta bit) different than your peers. Your beliefs, worldview, cultural background, and other thoughts and experiences might not be what's "trendy" or even accepted. Because it's different than the norm, we are sometimes afraid to defend our beliefs when they are called into question. What will people think? What if I don't know the answers to their questions? What if they challenge me and I don't want to be challenged? What if I lose my friends because I believe "weird" things?
FRIENDS. It's scary. We are right there with you. It's not easy to stand up and be an example of faith, especially when you might not feel 100% about your beliefs. But whatever it is you believe, STAND UP! God loves you and recognizes your efforts to be brave and strong. He will be with you.
As it says in Doctrine and Covenants: "For I will go before your face. I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my spirit shall be in your hearts and mine angels round about you, to bear you up."
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In today's episode Kwaku and David talk about Doctrine and Covenants. The Doctrine and Covenants is a collection of revelations to the Prophet Joseph Smith (first prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). There are also revelations to other prophets as well.
What revelations are made in Doctrine and Covenants? How did the book get compiled? Who helped put these revelations into the Doctrine and Covenants? The Doctrine and Covenants is an amazing book and if you want to know more we challenge you to read it!
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We've had A LOT of people ask about divorce and have had the great privilege of chatting with a few people on the show about divorce. BUT this is our FIRST TIME chatting with someone whose parents have gotten divorced. What is it like when your parents get divorced? And how is it different than being the person who is getting divorced?
Caleb explains that when he first heard of his parent's divorce, he could understand but didn't want to understand he was just confused and wasn't sure how to move forward. But he also expresses that there comes a time when you just have to move forward and realize that it's not in your control, that it involves two people with agency.
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In this episode, we had the most amazing opportunity to talk with David Bowman, the well-known artist of all-thing Jesus Christ.
David talks about the things he's learned from drawing Jesus Christ and His miracles. He talks about how he's found the subjects of his paintings and how he's been inspired throughout his life. We loved learning from David and know you will too!
Fun fact about David Bowman: HE HAS A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! And better yet, he talks about the Book of Mormon and how to DRAW! What's better?!
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In this episode, Tanner shares his story about growing up in a very religious community, finding the Book of Mormon musical, converting to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and being kicked out of his house for his conversion. He talks about this mission for the Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and his decision to move to Utah.
Tanner talks about seeing the Book of Mormon musical and realizing that he was interested to meet a real 'Mormon.' He went to a local church building where he finally learned about the Church and where his testimony began to grow.
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In this episode, we reunite with Christopher Cunningham, one of our good friends and of our favorite thinkers!
Christopher has written many articles that appear all over the internet, which have gained millions of views. He writes about a variety of things but mostly topics related to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
Today Christopher talks about some of the things he’s written and why it’s important to speak up when controversy arises. He emphasizes that it is still possible to love someone and disagree with them at the same time.
Christopher has started a website called PublicSquare.com to address controversy and provide truth to convoluted narratives about the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church).
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What is it like to be raised in a Jewish family but find that the Mormon Church is the church you need to join? Gale Boyd tells her experience of feeling the spirit in the Mormon faith, finding similarities with Judaism and eventually deciding to convert to the Mormon Church.
Gale was young when she began looking for a Church to join. While she was raised with Jewish influence, she wasn't brought up by fully devoted Jewish parents. As she looked for a Church, she began investigating Mormonism and expressed her feelings of being "at home" when she entered a Mormon chapel.
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Awhile back, we asked YOU on Instagram what you LOVE about the gospel of Jesus Christ (and about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church). In this episode, we read and respond to the results ❤
Many of you loved the importance of families, of the gift of the holy ghost, and of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We LOVED reading all of your comments about how certain aspects of the gospel have changed your life and have made you more happy, more kind, and more faithful.
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In this episode, Kwaku talks with the amazing Lauren about her divorce as a young adult.
Divorce at any age isn't always easy. And when divorce happens shortly after marriage, there are a lot of social stigmas that follow the separated couple (especially in religious cultures where marriage is so heavily emphasized).
In this episode, Lauren talks about how she grew closer to her family and became more spiritually strong. She had to rely on those closest to her and learned the importance of the relationships with her close friends and family.
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We LOVE conversion stories! In this episode, Elaine tells about her story of finding the Church and it's absolutely AMAZING!
Elaine was confused with the doctrines taught by her church leaders so she decided to look into other religions. During her search, her friend gave her a copy of the Book of Mormon. As she read, she knew there was truth in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church).
However, Elaine had difficulty sharing her love of the gospel with her friends and family because they weren't as accepting as she had hoped. Elaine said that her friends were skeptical at first but realized that she was the same Elaine; just happier than before.
We know that many of you struggle with unaccepting friends and family. You are not alone in this hardship. You are loved and supported :)
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Have you ever wondered what members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints believe about God's plan for them?
Well, today in this episode Justin and Mimi will give you an idea of what they believe on this subject. They talk about their beliefs in how God has played a part in their individual lives and the different experiences they have each had in learning what His plan is for them.
A lot of times Mormons are raised to be very goal driven with a perfectionist mindset, so we sometimes get down on ourselves when things don't go the way we plan them to. Mimi talks about how she navigated the changes in her life, and going from what she thought her life would be to what it is today, and Justin talks about how God taught him how to better listen to His voice.
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In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church), members believe they can be married to their spouse for time (while both are living) and for ALL ETERNITY (even after death).
We believe that we can live forever with every member of our family. We believe that Jesus Christ broke the bands of death and as such, allowed every single person EVER to live for eternity, no matter the religious affiliation or decisions made while on the earth. We believe that death doesn't have to be the end but that life can be continued forever. HOW COOL!!!
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In today's episode of Saints Unscripted we talk to Nathan about contradictions in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. (also known as the Mormon church).
Nathan is from San Fransico and wanted to come and talk with us about contradictions in the church, and why it is okay to have them. Some faith crisis start by seeing there are contradictions in the so-called "true church". It is important to remember that no one is perfect and that includes the prophet and leaders of the church. The lord leaves room for us to test and grow our faith.
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Ever wondered how the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) began? Which events were monumental to the building up of the Church?
The history of the Church of Jesus Christ starts in the early 1800s. The Church was established in 1830 under the direction of the Prophet Joseph Smith, Jr. The Church had MANY difficulties in the beginning and at times, seemed to be near failure. However, today the Church stands at more than 17 million members strong. So what were the beginnings of the Church that paved the way for the gospel of Jesus Christ?
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Are Mormons polygamous? Do all Mormons have a lot of kids? Do all Mormons live in Utah? Do all Mormons go to BYU? There are SO MANY stereotypes about members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons). Are the stereotypes true?
Well, as with many stereotypes, they contain some amount of truth and that's what we talk about in this video. We address many different stereotypes and respond to their veracity. Mimi first addresses the question of polygamy. She says that she doesn't have multiple moms, as she is often accused. Kwaku responds by reading off a list of stereotypes and giving a quick answer to each. David talks about the age at which LDS members (or 'Mormons') get married, among other things.
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If you've been to a service in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), you may have noticed that there is lots of talk about the Spirit and gifts of the Spirit. But what is a gift of the spirit? And how do I know if I have one? And what do I do when I realize I have such a gift??
We believe that all people can have gifts of the spirit. While we may not realize our gifts until later in life, we believe that all people have the potential to attain and act on such gifts. In this episode, we talk about many different gifts of the spirit, the gifts that the hosts have, and what to do when you feel you have such a gift. We're SO grateful that God is active in the lives of His children (all of us) and that he has given us gifts to grow and improve.
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Today's episode is more intense than ones we've done in the past and for good reason. Today we talk with Coco about her experience in being a victim of human trafficking. Coco shares her story of miraculously escaping when she was a teenager, eventually finding the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly known as the Mormon Church) and forging her future. Victims of human trafficking go through different experiences, different phases of grief, and different thought processes. However, all are the same in that they have profound stories of pain, hope, trial, and happiness that we can all believe and learn from. They are also the same in that each victim is worthy of love, happiness, normality, and comfort. If Coco's story sounds similar to yours and you have yet to escape human trafficking, REACH OUT. Find help. You never deserve to be abused. Ever.
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Today David and Mimi bring their spouses on the show to compete in... drum roll... the NEWLYWED GAME! In this game, the girls are asked a series of questions and their husbands guess the answers. Both couples have been married for less than a year but their responses to the questions may surprise you... :) How well do you know your spouse? Would you have done well at this game?
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Today Kwaku had an awesome opportunity to talk with Leo Winegar who we absolutely adore. He has been a long time commenter on our videos and a solid defender of the faith. Leo was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) but upon discovering the polygamous life of Joseph Smith, he left the Church. Instead of searching for another Christ-based religion, Leo became atheist. He was married to a devoted member of the Church and didn't want their marriage to end so he was cautious in going about his leaving the Church. However, Leo soon felt prompted to reach out to a professor at BYU with his concerns. The professor responded with kindness and provided the answers Leo needed to continue back on his journey toward discipleship. Have you ever experienced a faith crisis? How did you navigate your doubts?
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There are around 70,000 Mormon missionaries all around the world. But what is it that Mormon missionaries do all day? Do they get a break or are they talking with people all day, every day? How much do Mormon missionaries get paid? In this episode, we answer these questions and hear mission stories from both Justin and David.
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WARNING: This is strictly our opinion so when you write a talk, follow the Spirit first... and then take our advice ;)
Members of the LDS Church are asked to give 'talks' (lessons, lectures, sermons, whatever you might call it) during Sacrament meeting on Sundays. Justin explains that typically a member of the bishopric will call or approach you, asking if you will give a talk in the future. While you don't have to say yes, giving a talk is a great opportunity to learn and to grow. Kwaku says it's important to keep your mind fully in the talk. It's very likely the case that the audience isn't out to judge every word you say. David says that half of the battle is the long wait before your talk comes. If you can make it to the pulpit, you're going to be okay. :) He also says that really, talks aren't necessarily to teach something profound and new-- talks are a way to relay what you've learned while studying the topic. Mostly, giving a talk requires prayer so that the spirit can be the teacher. Don't be afraid to say what comes to your heart.
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We LOVED having Stephen Jones on the show with us to talk about the humanity of LDS Church leaders. Stephen is not only a successful comedian but is a spiritual GIANT so having him on the show was a dream come true. Many critics of the Mormon Church claim that the Church is run by imperfect people. Well, it turns out that the claim is true! Many LDS leaders have said things that aren't perfect. Stephen says that we often put people in authority in a box and believe that they can't leave the box because for whatever reason, it would be incorrect and out of character for a representative of God to be acting in such a way. But David says that sometimes we underestimate the importance of what is going to happen after this life. We've got an eternity to work on things. We're going to make mistakes, the prophets are going to make mistakes, but we're all going to work it out at some point with the help of God.
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Today we talk about what to expect when meeting the missionaries from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes called Mormon Missionaries or missionaries of the Mormon Church). Kwaku talks about his side of the story- being the recipient of missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes called the LDS Church). Kwaku gives advice as far as what kinds of things to expect and what you should expect of yourself as well. David and Justin both served missions and talk about their side of the story. What is it like to talk to people for the first time about the gospel?
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Mimi teams up with guests Korinne and Izzy to give the much needed Mormon dating advice from a girl's perspective. As a response to the guy’s perspective with Colby Ferrin, the girls discuss ghosting, post date texts, and setting correct expectations. Is dating a Mormon girl different than dating any other girl?
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Today on 3 Mormons, we talk about Heavenly Mother. We frequently refer to God being our Heavenly Father but rarely do we credit Heavenly Mother. We believe that Heavenly Father works in unison with Heavenly Mother and that both are integral to our existence. As Mormons we believe that we can become like God so it only makes sense that there is both a male and female God. Mimi talks about the important role of motherhood. Kwaku talks about the history of a female God and also shares a personal experience about going to Temple Square in Salt Lake City with his non-Mormon friend and learning about Heavenly Mother. What do you think? Ever thought about a Heavenly Mother?
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Today we got to talk with one of the coolest humans -- COLLIN. Collin is from Salt Lake City, Utah (the headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as Mormons) but he wasn't fully active in the Church of Jesus Christ. He remembers a few primary songs and Articles of Faith and such from his childhood but wasn't very interested in the Church and its teachings, even though he was baptized when he was young. Collin's friends then began inviting him to go to Church and seminary and so forth. He started finding his testimony and realizing what he truly wanted from life.
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Kwaku and Justin team up with Colby Ferrin to talk about an ever-important topic: Mormon dating. Guest host Colby Ferrin is a well-known rapper and musical guru (and dating guru, as you can tell). While each of the 3 hosts have different perspectives, they can all agree on one thing: Dating can be pretty complicated. What do you think about Mormon dating? Did we get it right? What about dating in general? Does it differ much from Mormon dating?
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In today's episode, Kwaku and Justin finally talk about your assumptions about the show!! Does Kwaku really wear too tight of pants?? Does David not like brown rice for some odd reason? Some questions we may never know the answers to! However, there are many questions about the show and our hosts that they answer in today's video! Did you leave assumptions on our Instagram for us to read on the show?? Was your assumption right? Watch the episode to find out!
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You've probably heard about the Book of Mormon. But what is it? How does it differ from the Bible? The Book of Mormon is a collection of books written about the teachings of Jesus Christ, similar to the Bible. The Book of Mormon was translated to English in the mid-1830s by Joseph Smith. It is used by Latter-day Saints (known as Mormons or members of the LDS Church, though the official name is "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). In this episode, we talk about the importance of the Book of Mormon, why we have the Book of Mormon, and why it's important to read the Book of Mormon.
Have you ever wondered if you are really feeling the spirit? Have you wanted to see if other people feel the same way as you do when it comes to the topic? This week on Saints Unscripted, we had Wayne Burton on to help us talk about the topic, " Recognizing the Spirit." Watch along as comment what you are thinking.
Do members of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) celebrate Christmas? YES! We love Christmas. As Christians (or believers in Jesus Christ), we absolutely celebrate his birth on the 25th of December (even though we know he wasn’t necessarily born this time of year). We love our Savior and celebrating his glorious birth. On this episode of Saints Unscripted, Mimi and Justin talk about their Christmas feelings as well as their testimonies of Jesus Christ.
Is the Christmas story you've heard your whole life totally true? Today on 3 Mormons, we've teamed up with David Snell (mastermind behind The Sunday Pews and talented writer for Mormon Hub) to talk about the common misconceptions involved in the well-known Christmas story. We talk about the 3 wise men, the actual date of Christ's birth, the idea of Christ being born in a stable, etc.
In today's episode, Mimi and David sit down with Aaliyah to talk about her conversion to the church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints. (Also known as the Mormon church) Aaliyah is from Virginia and raised Baptist, and how no idea what the LDS church was. She tells her story about finding out what the church is, going to hang out with her friend but while they were hanging out they were having discussions with the missionaries. She also gives some amazing advice to anyone who might be in similar situations as she was!
In today's episode, the saint's unscripted crew talks about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. What do members of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints (also known as Mormons) believe about this? They discuss church doctrine about the resurrection. What will happen when we all get resurrected? Do we all get resurrected all at once or what will happen during this time? There are many questions when it comes to this the resurrection!
In today's episode we have an awesome guest, Jeff Roundy. Jeff has his own YouTube channel called, Latter-Day Saints' Q&A. 😱 He started the page after attending the FairMormon conference, to help better promote online content about the church, and to also answer any critical questions. David and Jeff discus why it is critical for church members to produce content, rather than relying on the church to produce its own content.
At what point are you actually clean from your sins? In most christian religions, members of the religion are encouraged to ask Christ or God for a remission (or cleansing) from their sins. They are taught to repent and be made whole. But what if you pray and you still feel guilty? In this video, Justin, Kwaku and David talk about what it means to be made clean from your sins and how you can tell if you are clean. We, as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church) believe that we can be made clean through Jesus Christ who has already suffered for us and has taken upon himself our sins. We believe that we can be made clean AND able to move forward through his infinite atonement.
In this episode, Robert joins us to share his unique conversion story. Robert talks about being raised in the church, his mission, which gave him heavy depression, leaving the church and slowly making his way back to the gospel. However it took a while for him to recover his feelings towards the church. Faith crisis, heavy depression and leaving the church have all been obstacles in his path. But nothing has been able to stop Robert from over coming everything in his life so far. Now he feels like he is, 100% a disciple of Christ. Robert also teaches us, that it is possible to get out of the friend-zone. 😉
In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church, members are given 'callings.' But what in the world does that mean?? A few examples of callings are Bishop, Sunday School Teacher, Relief Society Counselor, Mission President, etc. Callings are extended by someone holding authority and are given to those who want to accept the calling. Ultimately, callings are to help the people in your community gain a better understanding of Jesus Christ and to help the Church run smoothly. Callings are valuable!! Do you have to accept a calling? Nope.
Today we have Jimmy on the show to talk about his conversion story. Jimmy recently joined the Mormon Church despite some major difficulties, which you'll hear about in the episode :) We had the BEST time filming with him and are ever inspired by his story. We know you'll be inspired too! Jimmy was raised Catholic and became disillusioned with his religion. He lost his believe in God and for a few years, was scrutinized for his lack of belief. He was in an awful depression that led to thoughts of suicide. However, by God's hand, Jimmy eventually found the LDS Church and was baptized, despite disapproval from his family. Jimmy says to the audience, “If I could tell anyone who is considering joining the Church anything it’s this: If you’re scared because of how your parents or your friends may react and you go through with it, don’t give up on them.”
In this episode, Dan joins us to talk about epistemology! Epistemology is a fancy word for determining what is belief, justified belief, and knowledge. Ultimately, it's how we determine what is true. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or the LDS Church) are sometimes accused of being 'brainwashed,' yet Dan illustrates the ways in which we come to discover what is true for ourselves. Have you ever wondered if what you believe is actually true or if you're just convincing yourself of its validity? When discovering truths, we will (and should) frequently question our methods by which we are determining what is true. In this episode, Dan lays out the important methods by which we can determine truth by using an example of a courtroom. He says that each method (each person on the jury) shouldn't be neglected (that each should have a seat at the table) because of the impact they have on our thought processes to determine truth. A few of the 'seats' include: Logic, Witness Testimony, Intuition, Ecclesiastical Authority, Personal Revelation, Beauty, Scholarly Authority, and Experience
Because families are a HUGE element of LDS doctrine, young Mormons often think about the kind of person with whom they want to have a family. Do Mormons only look to date and marry other Mormons? This is hard to answer, Kwaku says. While he doesn't necessarily only date Mormons, he does want to marry someone who is a Mormon. David says that it's important to have similar values and core beliefs with those whom you date, though religion should not pull the two of you further apart. Mimi agree with Kwaku and David. She also makes a jab at David's nerdy-ness, which we always love ;)
Have you ever been so hurt by someone that you find it ludicrous to forgive them? Have you ever felt so broken that you just don't know if you can ever forgive them? Have you ever done something you knew was wrong and now don't feel like you deserve forgiveness? As you might recall, Jesus Christ told us to forgive EVERYONE. In Doctrine and Covenants 64:10, the Lord says, "I, the Lord, will forgive whom I will forgive, but of you it is required to forgive all men." Justin talks about how it's okay to feel pain and to be hurt. But we need to avoid dwelling on the pain if it is negatively affecting our thoughts and actions on a day to day basis. There comes a time when we must forgive. We need to forgive because we love Christ and his desire is for us to forgive. Forgiving will allow us to love God's children and in doing so, come closer to Him. True forgiveness isn't always easy! And, as Kwaku mentions, might take years to finally feel like you've fully forgiven or been forgiving. But the progress is the most important element in becoming more like our Savior, Jesus Christ.
Jesus Christ preformed many mighty miracles when he walked the earth. And since the time of Christ, miracles continue to take place day after day. Today we talk about 3 miracles since the restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). Members of the Church ('Mormons') believe that the power of Jesus Christ is on the earth and that His power is actively used to perform miracles every single day. Miracles of healing, restoring, and fulfilling happen more often than we can keep track. Mimi, Justin, and Kwaku talk about their favorite miracles from the past 200 years.
General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly known as the Mormon Church or the LDS Church) has just ended and seems to elicit a common question: Can prophets be imperfect? And when is a prophet wrong? In this episode, David talks about how God uses imperfect people to carry forth his perfect work. He talks about how just as well all make mistakes, being human, the prophet is prone to making mistakes as well. Mimi and Kwaku both agree that we need to cut each other some slack when it comes to making mistakes. Mimi further emphasizes that God will never allow the prophet to put us on the wrong path where God can no longer direct His Church. It will always be directed by him.
In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church), members are split up into 'wards' based on geographic location. If there is a high concentration of people that are singles and in the same age range, they are given the choice to go to a 'singles ward.' And that's where a lot of interesting things come into play... singles wards have a good mixture of people dying to get married, people who want to party it up in their single life, and people who don't have any desire to get married. Ever. In this episode, David, Justin, and Mimi talk about what a singles ward is, why it's awesome, why it's horrible, and how to get out 😅 (Okay, not really the last one...)
In this episode, we got to interview two of the most loving individuals in the world. Leo joined us for an episode about growing up LDS, losing his faith, becoming atheist, and then coming back to the Church. Today, Leo's friend Dan has also joined us to talk about the reasons for faith crises as well as the most common myths. It is very likely that EVERYONE will go through a faith crisis of some sort. Usually, the person experiencing difficulties has a desire to maintain their testimony but too many things are flying at them from every direction. It's hard to find stable ground when your once stable ground is now shaky. We talk about the myths associated with faith crises and how believing them can be more detrimental to our success than they need to be.
David Snell, creator of the Sunday Pews and brilliant writer, talks about his constant conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ. David has been a member of the Church for 18 years to date. He first expresses that everyone has to be converted to the gospel, regardless if they come from a Mormon family. On David's LDS mission, he came in contact a very well-studied man who seemed to know signicantly more than David and his mission companion. The man tried to convince the two missionaries of the faults in the Mormon Church which caused David to ponder on his testimony of the gospel. David concludes that conversion is ongoing and while it's important that we have questions, our daily effort will make all the difference in our relationship with the LDS Church.
On the first Sunday of every month (with some exceptions), the LDS Church holds a 'fast.' To fast is to go without something for a period of time. In the Mormon Church, "fasting" typically refers to giving up food and water for a 24-hour period (or for 2 consecutive meals). There is a principle of sacrifice involved in fasting that allows us to have a more clear communication with God. Even in the Mormon faith, fasting may be up to personal interpretation. Mimi mentions a friend of hers who won't chew gum while fasting since he feels like doing so goes against his fast. Justin talks about a time during his mission where he fasted too frequently and ended up less useful than if he just would have fasted once a month. Fasting isn't only practiced by Mormons. Many religions practice fasting, though the practice itself might differ religion to religion. In this video, the 3 Mormons mention a list of religions who also observe a 'fast.'
You know when you love something SO MUCH that you want to share it with everyone? You know how religion is one of the most debated topics in history? Well what do you do when you want to share your religion with your friends but don’t want to lose your friendship with them since religion is such a controversial topic? This is a VERY common concern among members of the Church. [Fun fact: When we say “Church,” we are referring to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church. While we are called Mormons, the term is simply a nickname and isn’t representative of the official name of our Church.] Members of the Church who love the gospel likely love their friends who aren’t members of the Church and will always love them… but also want to share their joy with their friends. So how do they invite their friends to Church without being too overbearing? In this episode, Kwaku, Mimi, and David talk about how to ask your friends to Church and how to avoid being too overbearing. You shouldn’t feel bad about sharing the gospel with your friends if your intentions are pure and are for their happiness — not to convert them but rather to help them learn more about what brings you so much peace and happiness.
In the Church of Jesus Christ (often called the Mormon Church), there are a lot of ideas about worthiness. The Church even has leaders conduct "worthiness interviews" that are intended to help members of the Church be worthy to enter the temple. Further, it is often said that one should be 'worthy' before taking the Sacrament on Sunday (partaking of bread and water). So how in the world do I know if I'm worthy? In this episode we discuss what worthiness means, how sometimes we might be getting it wrong, and how to have more reassurance about our own worthiness. This episode might surprise you!!
Do Mormons worship a different Jesus than the rest of Christianity? Welllll... This isn't an easy question to answer. Mormons believe in the Jesus Christ that came to earth as the Savior of the world. We believe in the Jesus that died on the cross, that suffered in the Garden of Gethsemane, and the Jesus that rose again on the third day. We believe in the Jesus who visited the Americas after his resurrection. We believe in the Jesus that is the Son of God, the Eternal Father. If mainstream Christianity agrees with these points as qualifications to believe in the same Jesus, then yes, Mormons are Christians. But many mainstream Christians disagree that Mormons are Christians because of the difference in what we believe Jesus Christ did and who we believe Jesus Christ is. Kwaku, David and Mimi have interesting thoughts that may answer your questions regarding Mormonism and Christianity.
The Mormon Church has long emphasized the dangers of pornography. But what is pornography? Are images, pictures, and other depictions of nudity included under the pornography umbrella? In today's episode, we talk about the importance of understanding and appreciating art in order to better understand what is and what isn't pornography. Justin explains that in his figure drawing class, he was required to do some figure drawing of women with very minimal clothing. He felt a little bit uncomfortable so he approached his professor with his concerns. His professor explained that figure drawing is an art and captures the beauty of the world. He encouraged Justin to look through a different lens when figuring drawing. Overall, the hosts agree that nude art is not pornography (for the most part), though it very much depends on the maturity and education of the individual.
Saints Unscripted discuss what is appropriate for Mormons to do and wear for the Halloween season and also do hilarious impressions. Check it out! Shelley doesn’t think that it should be such a big deal that when this time of the year rolls around, that girls should have pumpkin spice in everything, and wear leggings and Ugg boots! Ian disagrees, because he looks forward to this time of year because he can have pumpkin pie, eat lots of candy, and wear his flannel shirts! He thinks that pumpkin flavored anything is awesome. Ian also believes that Mormons can celebrate Halloween and that there is nothing wrong with that. He also doesn’t think that watching a scary or thriller movie isn’t a big deal and that we shouldn’t worry about that. The Kwaku, Shelley, and Ian all agree that some Halloween costumes are inappropriate and shouldn’t be worn. Halloween shouldn’t be an excuse for people to start dressing immodestly and inappropriately.
Mormons are discouraged from getting tattoos. But what if you join the Church when you already have tattoos? And what if you get a tattoo while you're a member of the Church? Will God look at you differently if you have tattoos? Al Fox has been nicknamed 'The Tattooed Mormon.' She was tattooed before she joined the LDS Church and is tattooed to this day. Why? Because, Al says, the atonement covers everything. She doesn't even notice her tattoos anymore and, according to a blessing she received, God doesn't notice her tattoos anymore either. Al also talks about the rampant judging that happens among Mormons when they see others with tattoos. Upon moving to Utah, Al felt very judged for her appearance, to the point of covering up her tattoos with sleeves. She quickly decided that she shouldn't feel insecure, despite the rudeness of others. They would have to learn the lesson that she wished they already knew.
Whether or not you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or the LDS Church), you might have noticed something interesting… members of the Church seem to be OBSESSED with the dead. They perform baptisms for the dead in the temple (see this episode for more information: https://bit.ly/2FXdaw3), they spend hours upon hours finding their ancestors that lived hundreds of years ago, they believe in being ‘sealed’ to their families for eternity, etc. They really seem to be okay with the idea of death and that they will see their loved ones again. In this episode, we talk about family history work (also called genealogy work). Essentially, this is the work of finding records of those who have past on and determining what temple work (baptism, endowment, sealing, etc) needs to be done for them in a LDS Temple (otherwise called a Mormon Temple). There are multiple resources to help people of all faiths complete their family history work. Two of the resources are FamilySearch.com and Ancestry.com. Check them out!
Mormons have been called a cult for a LONG time. But is Mormonism actually a cult? Well, you might be surprised... We gave Saints Unscripted a list of definitions of 'cult' that we found online. They were not informed of the definitions before the filming of the show so their reactions are RAW! And it turns out that Mormons just might be a cult... Check out the video and let us know if you think Mormonism is a cult. Yes, we expect some haters to rejoice that they have been proven right ;) But guess what? With these definitions of 'cult,' we just might be proud of being a cult.
Today we talk about the difference between testimony and conversion. Many people use the two interchangeably but there IS A DIFFERENCE! Kwaku explains that the difference between having a testimony and being converted is that someone can have a testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ but still not be converted to the gospel of Jesus Christ. He says that it's similar to "believing" but not being "born again." Justin quotes Elder Bednar who says, "Testimony is the beginning of and a prerequisite to continuing conversion. Testimony is a point of departure; it is not an ultimate destination. Strong testimony is the foundation upon which conversion is established." Justin says that a testimony is the beginning of something greater and conversion is more like a lifestyle. David points out that testimony is a prerequisite to conversion. Testimony leads to conversion.
The Bible and the Book of Mormon both emphasis the importance of keeping the Sabbath day holy. Of the ten commandments, number four in Exodus 20:8-11 says, “Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.” In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or the LDS Church), members are encouraged to refrain from working on the Sabbath Day. However, are there circumstances in which one has to work on a Sunday?
Saints Unscripted open up about their own weaknesses and short comings. Do our weaknesses define us or limit our potential? Check out Justin, Kwaku and Mimi, stars of the hit new YouTube show “3 Mormons” discuss Mormon weaknesses and share opinions and insight on what it mormons struggle with in today’s world! Is it true that Latter Day Saints struggle with being perfectionists? What kind of pressure does your divine potential really put on you? Each of our three hosts has a different take on weakness and how it affects their lives. Justin has struggled with being a self starter in the past. For example, he mentioned that he was very good at sports growing up, but stopped exercising as soon as he no longer had a coach that was telling him what to do. Old habits die hard and this has been a reoccurring struggle in his life. Mimi reminds us that we should never compare our weaknesses with other people’s strengths. She referenced an example given at the LDS General Conference titled “Spiritual Eclipse” In this talk, Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve apostles, in order to portray how unrealistic social media can be, shows a picture of some well backed muffins in a beautiful table. The picture then zoomed out to show a messy table, a crying child, and a normal looking home. To her detriment, Mimi has personally struggled with comparing her worst with the best of her friend’s social media experience. Lastly, Kwaku shares a story of his “Friend” who felt guilty for kissing too many girls. While he was not doing anything wrong, he felt that he was not doing it for the right reasons and still felt bad about it. Are weaknesses necessary for this life? The group explains that working through our weaknesses brings us closer to Christ, while overindulging and giving in to our weaknesses leads to sin and furthering themselves form Christ.
Poetic Kate (check her out on Twitter-- she's HILARIOUS) joined us to talk about soul mates. Do we have soul mates? Is there such thing as 'the one'? And if so, how do we find them? Elder Uchtdorf and President Kimball have both said that "the one" doesn't exist; that we can choose to be happy with different people. However, is that just a general rule? Are there some people who have soulmates? Poetic Kate says that yes, her husband was exactly the one for her. She says that her patriarchal blessing indicated that she had a specific person to marry and that she has felt that her husband is exactly that person. David jokingly says that his wife married him because he couldn't get anyone else to marry him. All jokes aside, David agrees that no, there is no such thing as a soulmate.
Guess what? Mimi's mom is a Mormon convert! That is right, not all Mormons are born Mormon. Mimi invited her mom to come on the show with us to talk about her conversion story and how she came to find the church. Mimi’s mom (Pam) talks to us about her growing up in Hawaii. Listen along as she explains what it is like growing up trying to find a good religion with her family. Later on, she finds the Mormon missionaries. Many of you might be looking into the Mormon church. If you are, watch this video! Tons of things can happen during the process of discovering what being a Mormon is all about. Just like Pam talks about, there are ups and downs, good and bads.
Today we had the great privilege of filming with Kelsey Edwards, a musician, model, and actress! Kelsey came on the show to talk about what to expect when going through a Mormon temple for the first time. Scroll down for the links to her awesome projects. :) Kelsey talks about how, while the temple is awesome, her first experience was a little bit difficult. "I was very intimidated," she says. "It's a little different than what you expect... there's a lot of symbolism." But after attending again, she felt more at home. She's not alone in her experience; many of you may have experienced something similar. And that's okay! The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church) builds temples all over the world. There are over 150 temples worldwide with more under construction. When a member of the LDS Church turns 12 years old, if they are worthy, they can enter the temple and perform baptisms for the dead. Nope, this doesn't involve actual dead bodies, just the names of people who have died. When someone is older (there is no age requirement, necessarily), they can choose to make additional covenants in the temple so long as they are worthy. One very cool element of the temple is the temple sealing. In a sealing, a couple and family can be 'sealed' (or joined together) for time and all eternity. This means that even in the afterlife, they have the potential of being with one another.
We get this question more than ANY OTHER: "What do I do if my family is unsupportive of my decision to be baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?" (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has often been abbreviated as the 'LDS Church' and the 'Mormon Church,' due to the belief in the Book of Mormon as inspired scripture that testifies of Jesus Christ.) This problem is very common because more often than not, family members feel like their loved ones are betraying them or choosing the Church over them. Many youth who have experienced this disappointment from their family also express a need for support and love from their family. Joining the restored Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church) is NOT a choice to stop loving family and friends. It is a choice to be spiritually changed and uplifted. It's a choice to love Jesus Christ more fully. It's a positive choice with a positive change.
Most days, we try to provide episodes that will help explain Mormon doctrine (doctrine from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). But every once in awhile, we release a totally random, slightly strange episode. And that's what you're getting today! In this episode, we share unusual (little known) stories about the prophets in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons). There are 17 prophets and we talk about ALL OF THEM. Have you heard the stories we mention? Let us know in the comments below! The prophets of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are as follows: Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, John Taylor, Wilford Woodruff, Lorenzo Snow, Joseph F. Smith, Heber J. Grant, George Albert Smith, David O. McKay, Joseph Fielding Smith, Harold B. Lee, Spencer W. Kimball, Ezra Taft Benson, Howard W. Hunter, Gordon B. Hinckley, Thomas S. Monson, Russell M. Nelson
Have you ever had doubt? Have you ever had extreme fear? Or have you ever had anxiety? Well, you are not alone. These things are growing to be ever more common is this day and age. 3 Mormons, along with Rosemary Card, talk about doubt, fear, and anxiety. Watch along and share your thoughts. Rosemary Card is the founder and creator of Q.Noor temple dresses. She is devote in her beliefs that modesty never needs to be compromised in life. When sixteen-year-old Rosemary Card left Salt Lake to become a model, she had no idea what awaited her in New York City. As her career took her around the globe over the next two years, Rosie experienced the highs and lows of the fashion industry and learned firsthand the strength found in being true to yourself, listening to guidance from the Spirit, and discovering confidence as a single LDS woman. 3 Mormons had the chance to talk to Rosemary all about her life events and how it led her to where she is now. Throughout her time in the modeling world, Rosemary battled with self image confidence. She explains that to some, the modeling world is looked as all glamour and fame, but on the inside it can be cold and unforgiving. Rosemary explains how her beliefs helped her be strong to know who she really is. Make sure you check out Rosemary's book here: https://qnoor.com/products/model-mormon Check out her site here: https://qnoor.com/
In this episode, we had the great privilege of interviewing Patriarch Mourik, an ordained Patriarch in the LDS Church! Patriarchs are ordained to give patriarchal blessings to the people in their region. Brother Mourik has been a patriarch for a very long time and has absolutely loved the spiritual connection he feels giving blessings from God to His children. Patriarch Mourik is a convert to the church, which he talks about in this video. He's had remarkable experiences that have helped him grow in the Church. In the Mormon Church, we believe that through the priesthood authority (the power of God on the earth to do His work) we can bless people. While blessings are given frequently, patriarchal blessings are typically given by someone who is ordained as a Patriarch and who has the power to declare lineage and give guidance for the lives of those receiving the blessing.
Have you ever heard that Mormons cannot watch rated R movies? Where did that come from? What is the truth? Watch this week's episode as we dive into the topic of rated R movies with a mormon perspective!
Before filming this episode for Saints Unscripted (formerly known as 3 Mormons), we were sure it would only be like 5 minutes long since we were positive we agreed on every misconception about taking the Sacrament in the Church of Jesus Christ. But boy were we wrong! In this episode, David, Justin, and Kwaku address a few different questions or misconceptions about the Sacrament. A few of the questions include: --If I didn’t hear the prayer, can/should I still take the sacrament? --If I go to more than one ward in a day, should I take the Sacrament in both wards? --I don’t feel worthy to take the sacrament but I know it will help me be clean. Should I take it? --Do I need to take the Sacrament with my right hand? --Should children be encouraged to take the Sacrament? --Do I sustain people in a Sacrament meeting in a ward that isn’t mine?
WIRED has done a series of videos in which they have celebrities respond to top Google searches using autocomplete. We decided to look up some top searches about Mormons and respond accordingly:) None of the hosts were told the questions beforehand so these are their raw reactions! Some of the questions include: -Why are Mormons a cult? -Why are Mormons baptized for the dead? -Why are Mormons not allowed to drink coffee? etc!!
Being a recent convert in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) isn't easy. Many people struggling with fitting in, feeling comfortable, and even question why they joined in the first place. Well friends, we're here to chat about your conversion. Kwaku first mentions that it's likely especially difficult for people who have never been religious in their life and then join Mormonism since they're suddenly expected to attend regularly, participate in different function, contribute time and talents, etc. It's a big change from being non-religious to joining a religion with so many expectations. But in the end, Kwaku and David talk about the importance of joining for the right reasons and then remembering why you joined in the first place. Don't think so much about the culture of the Church, the incorrect doctrines some people might say, etc. Think about the spirit you felt when you joined. Keep reading the Book of Mormon and saying your prayers. It'll work out.
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as LDS or Mormon) sometimes disagree with one another. And not only about politics. Oftentimes, there is a disagreement in how scripture is interpreted or even how some doctrine is translated. Does that mean that one member is right and the other is wrong? Not always. Kwaku mentions that scriptures and other doctrines might mean something different to you as time goes on. You might glean different bits of information from the same scripture as you go throughout your life. And that's okay. Mimi asks if it's okay to disagree with the prophet, among questioning other things. David responds that as long as there is a basic belief of fundamental doctrine, we can seek revelation from God to know how to interpret what the prophet says and how it can apply to us and help us to grow.
Have you ever wanted to read real, powerful, modern-day revelations? The Doctrine and Covenants is the book you want to read. It's full of truth and power. Read it here: https://www.lds.org/scriptures/dc-testament?lang=eng
Today the 3 Mormons talk with special guest Brittany about their favorite scriptures in the Doctrine and Covenants. Brittany shares a revelation given to Emma Smith about her election (D&C 25). Ian shares a revelation of comfort given to Joseph Smith when he was in prison (D&C 121). Kwaku shares a revelation given to Joseph Smith about priesthood power and sealings (D&C 2).
In today's episode we talk about polygamy with Brian Hales. Brian is an author of seven books about Mormon polygamy. We tried to answer as many of your questions as possible, so here are some of the questions that will be answered in the podcast.
What was the reason for polygamy between 1840 and 1890?
Were there more women than men at the time?
Did Joseph use his role and status to pressure women into polygamous relationships?
Why did Joseph marry sisters or women who already had husbands?
Did Joseph marry a 14 year old?
Who was Fanny Alger?
Why did Joseph keep some of the marriages from his first wife, Emma?
Did Joseph write love letters to any other women other than Emma?
Were there any children that came from Joseph's other wives?
How many of the wives lived with Joseph?
Will there be polygamy in heaven?
How should we respond to those who attack the church because of polygamy?
Check out these links!
josephsmithpolygamy.org
mormonpolygamydocuments.org
Books - Joseph Smith's Polygamy: Toward a Better Understanding:
https://deseretbook.com/p/joseph-smiths-polygamy-toward-a-better-understanding?ref=Grid%20%7C%20Search-6&variant_id=115951-paperback
Joseph Smith's Polygamy - Volume 1 (History), 2 (History), and 3 (Theology)
https://deseretbook.com/p/ppr-joseph-smiths-polygamy-v1-history?ref=recommend-product&variant_id=148634-paperback
https://deseretbook.com/p/ppr-joseph-smiths-polygamy-v2-history?ref=recommend-product&variant_id=148635-paperback
https://deseretbook.com/p/ppr-joseph-smiths-polygamy-v3-theology?ref=recommend-product&variant_id=148636-paperback
What did you think about the episode? Do you have more questions for us or Brian?? Let us know by leaving them in the comment section!
We recently asked our faithful viewers to send us some of their favorite Mormon jokes. THANK YOU for the downright HILARIOUS jokes! We probably laughed a little too hard....
Today Ian and Kwaku talk about the Godhead and some of the main differences of the Godhead and the Trinity.
The Trinity consists of God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit that all exist as one being. The Godhead consists of God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Ghost. We believe that they are all separate beings with the same purpose.
We hope you enjoy
Hey! Did you notice the new face on 3 Mormons? His name is Justin and is a good friend of Kwaku. He joined Kwaku today to talk about something of deep importance to the Mormon religion.
Years ago, the LDS Church released a document called The Living Christ. The document is an inspired piece written by our beloved prophets and apostles in the Mormon Church. The document talks about the importance of Jesus Christ and expresses our deep reverence and love for him. We encourage everyone to read the document thoroughly.
Ian's wife, Sienna, came to talk about Mormon marriages and what it means to be get married in a Mormon temple.
Ian and Sienna first talk about their marriage in the temple, being sealed for time and all eternity, making a covenant with God. A covenant, they explain, is a promise. The promise made in the temple is between God and the spouses. They talk about LDS temple sealings and how it's possible for us to be with our families throughout the eternities, even after death.
This is one of the most beautiful, wonderful teachings in Mormonism and we're very excited to share with each of you.
We hope you all enjoy! We encourage those of you who are wondering what the inside of a temple looks like to visit an open house of a temple. Every time a temple is built, the church holds an open house for those we are wanting to see the outside, inside, and everything else.
In this episode, we welcome back the infamous Stephen Smoot, the most prolific Star Wars fan in the galaxy (if you disagree, let us know in the comments below). With the newest episode of Star Wars coming out soon, we had an important question: is Star Wars connected to Mormonism? Is the force connected to the priesthood?
And ultimately, why in the world do Mormons like Star Wars so much? While Kwaku may not understand, Stephen and Ian make some pretty good points about Star Wars and Mormonism.
Mormon underwear is frequently asked about and oftentimes criticized. Mormons call their underwear "garments" but the rest of the world might say things like "magic Mormon underwear" or other terms that are sometimes hilarious. However, Mormons regard their underwear to be sacred due to what they represent. Mormon garments represent the covenants that members of the Church have made with God. The LDS garment is often considered a symbol of an inner commitment to God.
If you have ever wondered why Mormons wear garments then this is the episode for you. Kwaku talks about the importance of garments and so forth.
Kwaku and Ian are back and today we talk about the significance of Jesus Christ and what it means for us today. For Mormons, Jesus Christ is central in all that we do. We believe that through the Savior's atonement we can be forgiven of our sins. We believe that everyone can come to know the Savior and the power of His atonement in each individual life.
You may have heard that Mormons have lots of food storage. Water, canned food, boxed food, first aid, and boxes of Jello (okay, not really... maybe).
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Well, it's true, Mormons are counseled to keep lots of food storage! While members of the LDS Church don't necessarily believe that the world is going to end tomorrow, they choose to be prepared for natural disasters and manmade disasters alike.
The 3 Mormons are responding to your comments yet again! Every so often we will do an episode that is focused on your questions and comments. We want to thank those who have been keeping up with our show and appreciate the comments!
Today we film with Nick Sales, Mormon musician and videographer! We had a great time talking about the Plan of Salvation, a common teaching in Mormon doctrine. We used a lot of Mormon vernacular so PLEASE read below for some additional information!
Today we talk to a member of the church who, at one point in his life, was an ex-mormon. Dusty Smith shares his story of why he left and what caused him to come back to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and be re-baptized.
Dusty Smith, a lawyer from Texas, starts the show by talking about his early days of being a member of the church. When a close friend's child passed away, he questioned God's existence. How could God just let something like that happen?
Soon, Dusty became very effective in disproving certain aspects of church history. Through his endeavors to disprove the church, he met someone who would get into very heated debates about the validity of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints with him. But the two soon became friends, despite their differences.
Through a series of events and miracles Dusty soon came to believe that the Church was true. He explains each of these miraculous events in his own words, and he also talks about the role that faith had in his conversion back to Mormonism.
Check out the episode to hear the story in Dusty's own words!
Every Sunday in the Mormon Church, those in attendance have an opportunity to take the Sacrament. Mormons regard the Sacrament as one of the most important ordinances performed in our day. It is the ordinance in which we can become clean from our sins.
Ian says that "every week, we should act as though we are preparing for baptism." Mormons believe that the Sacrament "renews covenants" or allows us to be clean from previous sins, so long as we have repentant hearts and actions. It's as though we can become clean as we did when we were baptized. The Spirit can be with us as we are clean and striving to improve our lives through faith and grace.
Check out what Ian and Kwaku have to say! And if you want to see how the Sacrament takes place, attend a Mormon Church on Sunday!
Today we talk with James the Mormon! James the Mormon is known internationally for his popular rap music.
James talks about how he came to be James the Mormon, how he didn't ever intend to be known as a Mormon rapper and how he's overcome difficulties associated with his platform.
We loved talking with James about repentance and utilizing the atonement of Jesus Christ.
We often assume that we must be perfect and that any sin is absolutely detrimental to our progression. However, that is not the case. James the Mormon emphasizes that we all sin and that we all can use repentance. We can, and should, be happy in repenting
Kwaku and Ian get to know each other a little bit in this video and it's quite revealing... you don't want to miss it! But if we're being honest, this is definitely the silliest video that 3 Mormons has ever released.
Ian and Kwaku talk about their celebrity crushes, their childhood dreams, how they would survive a zombie apocalypse... you know, all the important questions.
In a previous episode, we talked about some of our favorite Book of Mormon stories. Well, in this episode we share some of our favorite Bible stories -- specifically the New Testament!
Kwaku and Ian share some of their personal favorite stories from the Bible and share insights on what these stories mean to them.
Ian talks about when Mary and Joseph were searching for Jesus and found him in the temple teaching the people. His specific teaching style really inspired Ian as a missionary when teaching people about the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Kwaku talks about the story of Stephen and the controversy he sparked when preaching the word of God to the Jews. Stephen then was able to hear and see God before he was martyred which spoke to the love God had for Stephen in relentlessly preaching His word.
Peter sits down with the 3 Mormons to talk about the LGBT community in Salt Lake City, Utah. He talks about his experience being a gay mormon and some of the challenges he faced growing up.
In response to building a greater support system for LGBTQ Mormons, Peter also ran a successful initiative in Salt Lake City called, "Hug a Gay Mormon." It was very successful in bringing more awareness to LGBTQ within the LDS community. We absolutely loved having Peter on show and hope you all enjoy!
3 Mormons welcome Monica Moore Smith on the show to talk about how to use talents to spread the gospel. Monica Moore Smith is an American actress, singer, and model who is most well known for her roles in Saturday's Warrior and in the Mormon Church's anti-bullying video. She talks about her life and her goals as an actress. We LOVED filming with her and love the LDS faith that bonds us together.
We had a guest on our show and many of you know him already.
Stephen Smoot is back and he is going deep on this episode. The crew talks about chiasmus in Book of Mormon. Kwaku has a moment during this episode and Ian questions whether or not ubiquitous is actually a word. Tune in for this exciting new episode of 3mormons!
Every wonder what it's like inside a Mormon church on a Sunday?
Kwaku and Ian talk about what to expect on a Sunday. They begin by sharing what it is like to actually walk into a Mormon church. The first thing to expect is being greeted by a member of the church who will be handing out programs that will outline a general schedule for the meeting that day. There are three different meetings on a Sunday and each of them last for an hour. Families will be there so you can expect to see kids running around and babies crying during a meeting. Hymns are sung during the first meeting, the sacrament meeting, by the congregation. The bishopric presides over the each meeting and are similar to clergy with the the exception that they receive no compensation.
Any questions or comments? Let us know via Facebook, Instagram or Twitter!
Our audience has been asking us about what happens behind the scenes of our show. Well, the wait is over! For our one year anniversary we decided to give everyone a full, unedited behind-the-scenes look at what we do for a specific show and how we prepare. We will also introduce you to our friend, Fishy, the star of the show!
Did anything surprise you about how we film?
In this episode Kwaku and Ian sit down with George Parker and discuss principles of atheism. George starts out by discussing his life as a Mormon and what led him to change his beliefs. The team discusses God, religion, and beliefs in this newest episode of 3 Mormons.
Ian and Sienna (Ian's wife) respond to Kwaku's advice about dating (episode here: http://bit.ly/2x0l1kp).
Sienna disagrees that you must wait in order to reply to a text. She says that she hates the dating game. She believes the dating game is ridiculous and that people should live as authentically as possible. Ian says that the dating rule to rule all dating rules is that if you are interested in someone, you should pursue them in a very natural and genuine way.
Be yourself!
What do you think? Do Kwaku's dating tips work? Or is there a better way to go about dating? Let us know via Facebook, Instagram or Twitter!
This week on 3 Mormons, Ian and Kwaku talk with Florian and Emily. Florian and Emily were recently baptized and have been faithful members of the LDS Church.
They share their story of converting from the Lutheran faith to that of Mormonism. Initially, they had a lot of questions about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Emily was a little skeptical about the Book of Mormon but after reading, both Emily and Florian grew to love the Book of Mormon, specifically the focus of Jesus found therein.
Do you have a conversion story you'd like to share? Tell us via Facebook, Instagram or Twitter!
Kwaku and Ian talk with special guest Stephen Smoot about polytheism.
The 3 Mormons talk about monolatry or the idea that though there are multiple gods, there is one supreme God. Stephen says that monolatry can be thought of as combining the ideas of monotheism and polytheism.
Kwaku brings up the concern of Mormons believing in something similar to Greek gods. Ian explains that Mormons don't believe in a similar idea as Greek gods but that they believe in one God while there may exist other gods. We can't "pick and choose" a god to whom we subscribe.
Stephen quotes Mark Smith to illustrate that monotheism and polytheism are both ideas of recent age-- that the two words don't mean much for the ancient Israelites. So perhaps we need to think of polytheism differently.
Check out the 13 Articles of Faith here: https://www.lds.org/scriptures/pgp/a-of-f/1.1-13
In this episode, Kwaku and Ian talk about the 13 Articles of Faith.
Ian explains that in the early 19th Century, Joseph Smith was inquired about basic Mormon beliefs. The Articles of Faith acted as an informational guide to answer what Mormons believed. However, the Articles of Faith are not comprehensive as to all of Mormon belief.
Kwaku and Ian continue by explaining a few of the 13 Articles of Faith. They talk about faith, repentance, baptism, the Holy Ghost
The 3 Mormons discuss Blacks and the Priesthood once again! We received many questions from the first episode and decided to answer those questions in this follow-up episode.
There is a difference between doctrine and policy in the LDS Church, as is explained by Ian. The ban on blacks holding the priesthood was not core doctrine, it was simply policy.
The Bible also has examples of policy vs doctrine. Ian talks about the apostle Paul in the Bible who was told to teach the gospel to all people. However, Paul interpreted the commandment in different ways. Thankfully, Christ continuously comes back to help interpret the commandments.
The interpretation of the commandment doesn't diminish the calling of the prophets and apostles. Though they are fallible people, they are not perfect.
We have been promised that there will no longer be an apostasy. God will use our hands on earth in order to accomplish his work before the second coming.
Many people have asked Kwaku about his reconciliation with the church's prior ban on blacks holding the priesthood. Kwaku says that he belongs to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He does not belong to the Church of any other prophet or person.
What are you thoughts? Let us know by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!
In today's episode, we talk about the three witnesses to the golden plates that Joseph Smith (first prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) translated into the Book of Mormon.
Some people think that no other people saw the plates other than Joseph Smith. However, that is not true. Martin Harris, David Whitmer, and Oliver Cowdery were the three witnesses to the plates (along with many others, both men and women). These three men were once excommunicated from the church, came back to the church, and never denied what they saw.
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In this episode, Ian and Kwaku talk about Mormon baptism. What is the difference between baptism in the Mormon religion versus baptism in other religions?
For one, Mormons believe in baptism by immersion. Not only is this the way in which Jesus Christ was baptized but it's also symbolic of becoming completely clean in our journey into eternal life.
Stay tuned for our upcoming series on baptism!
Ian and Kwaku talk with famous LDS blogger Greg Trimble about atheism. Greg Trimble writes for the page www.gregtrimble.com.
Greg says that there is evidence of atheism being the fastest growing religion.
Ian, Kwaku and Greg discuss that the lack of rules in atheism actually makes us less free. Greg argues that the commandments in Mormonism and Christianity make us more free. Through living the commandments, we refrain from hurting others, from hurting ourselves, and from living in ways that take away our agency.
What do you think?
What are some of your favorite Book of Mormon stories? Let us know by following us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!
In this episode, Kwaku and Ian trek across Provo, Utah in honor of the Mormon pioneers. They take a wagon full of millennial essentials and encounter a few problems along the way.
In the end, Kwaku and Ian make it to their destination and determine that truly, the legacy of the Mormon pioneers lives on today through each one of us.
In this episode, Robert joins us to share his unique conversion story. Robert talks about being raised in the church, his mission, which gave him heavy depression, leaving the church and slowly making his way back to the gospel.
However it took a while for him to recover his feelings towards the church. Faith crisis, heavy depression and leaving the church have all been obstacles in his path. But nothing has been able to stop Robert from over coming everything in his life so far. Now he feels like he is, 100% a disciple of Christ.
Robert also teaches us, that it is possible to get out of the friend-zone. 😉
We all know that Kwaku has been on many, many dates. It's time to address his secret to dating in the Mormon world.
Kwaku talks about going on dates, the best ways to get ready for a date, the best things to do on a date and more.
What did you think about Kwaku's dating tips? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to let us know!
With the 4th of July approaching, Ian and Kwaku talk about how the settlement of the United States was vital to the establishment of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. America is a promised land, as prophesied in the Book of Mormon.
The Book of Mormon says that America was prepared as a free land in order for the restoration of the gospel to take place. Religious freedom is necessary in order for the gospel to thrive.
Mormons believe that the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence were both inspired by God. If we live by the text as being a sacred text, we will have the opportunity to reap of many blessings of God.
But Mormonism isn't just a religion for Americans. It is a religion for everyone. If we follow the commandments of the Lord, we will be blessed.
Ian says that the Fourth of July should be a day of celebrating common values. Kwaku says that freedom and truth will always prevail over wickedness and bondage. He also says that we should thank God on the Fourth of July.
Kwaku and Ian then talk about the Founding Fathers. They risked their lives but the Lord was on their side. They were clearly inspired by God. Kwaku says that God wants liberty and freedom and agency, which is what the United States was able to facilitated in the late 1700's.
Then, Ian and Kwaku talk about how the Founding Fathers appeared to Wilford Woodruff, a prophet of the Mormon Church, in the St George Utah Temple. The Founding Fathers asked President Woodruff to do their work in the temple.
What are your thoughts? Let us know by contacting us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter!
Ian talks about what it's like to be a kid in the Mormon church. When Ian was 8 years old, he was baptized in the Mormon Church. He said that after a year, he finally learned about the Holy Ghost. Ian was almost severely injured in a car accident when he learned that the Holy Ghost protects people and brings peace. Ian says that the gospel is a gospel of choices. He was never forced to go to Church or to live as a Mormon. He was taught by his parents about the blessings of the LDS Church but he wasn't forced to live the commandments. He decided on his own to read the Book of Mormon. When Ian read the Book of Mormon, he prayed about the Book of Mormon and knew that it was true, though at first he was scared that it might not be. But Ian said he felt so much light and happiness when he prayed that he could not deny that the Book of Mormon was true. When Ian was 16 years old, he was watching the World Series in 2009 when his dad left to do an interview at a church building. Ian went to sleep but was awakened by the police who informed him that his mom had filed a Missing Person's report. The next day, while Ian was at school, he was called down to the office to find that his dad had passed away. He said he felt so much sadness and darkness. He didn't want to believe it. He told his mom that everything was going to be okay but he was still confused. He had to figure out if he was going to live with his family after death. He felt the Holy Ghost tell him to calm down. All of his anger left instantly after he felt the Holy Ghost. The gospel is an invitation. Pray to know if the things that you are reading are true. Growing up in the Church does not mean that someone is indoctrinated. What do you think about growing up in the Mormon Church? What do you think about the Holy Ghost? Send us a DM on Facebook or Instagram!
There have been quite a few changes in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often called the Mormon Church or LDS Church). The changes increased in frequency with the calling of the prophet Russell M. Nelson, after the death of President Thomas S. Monson.
Changes are inevitable in a church that believes in modern day revelation. So how do we react when change happens? Is there a correct way to react? Can I be frustrated when change happens?
The Church of Jesus Christ emphasizes the importance of personal revelation-- that you should seek to know for yourself if certain policies and doctrines are of God. Blind obedience is discouraged.
One of President Nelson's first General Conference talks as the President (Prophet) of the Church was concerning modern day revelation. Read the full talk here: https://bit.ly/2q5w5dH
What do you think about going through changes in the Church? What's the best perspective to have? Let us know in the comments!
Stephen Smoot returns to Saints Unscripted to discuss evidence to prove the Book of Mormon's truth.
Kwaku wonders if there's any archeological evidence that's been found, proving the existence of Nephites and Lamanites.
Stephen Smoot brings up the ancient city of Nahom and why it's not just coincidence that Joseph Smith wrote about it.
If there is a God and if God is all loving, wouldn't His followers have perfect lives? Why do bad things happen to good people? Shouldn't followers of Christ have it easy? Why am I punished for no reason?
SO. MANY. QUESTIONS! And all valid. One of the most common questions that missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) are asked is how God can exist if bad things happen? Especially to people who don't deserve hard things?
In this episode, David, Mimi, and Justin talk about why they think bad things happen to good people.
Why do you think bad things happen to good people? Let us know what you think via Instagram or Facebook DM :)
The LDS Church was restored during an era of intense racial discrimination. Christianity at large had all kinds of racial prejudices that would be deemed unacceptable today. Pastors advocated slavery, preachers would openly say, “black people will not be saved, “ etc. However, during the time of Christ, he advocated the acceptance of all people. Needless to say, there was lots of hypocrisy among Christians.
We need to understand that we don’t have to agree with everything the prophet says in regards to his own opinions. There is a difference between doctrine and opinion. Ian jokes that if everyone were to take Mormon opinion as doctrine, every Mormon would subscribe to the Glenn Beck show.
Kwaku talks about the ban that Brigham Young put on black people. The ban disallowed black people to go to the temple or hold the priesthood. (This doesn’t mean they couldn’t be baptized.) The ban was lifted in 1978. No matter how we justify the ban, Elder Holland has said, “All I can say is however well intentioned the explanations were, almost all of them were inadequate and/or wrong.”
Ian says that prophets of God are not infallible humans. He goes on to say that racism is unfortunate and wrong, so it's a good thing society has become increasingly more accepting over the years.
Kwaku makes the argument that Mormons were much more progressive than other people were at the time. He said that Brigham Young advocated for mixed-race people. He invited the minorities to come live in the Mormon communities so they could be safe (while Kwaku says this fact in the video, it likely wasn't Brigham Young but rather W.W. Phelps, who was also of the Mormon Faith). He talks about a cartoon of Brigham Young where he is holding hands with young children of all different races, indicating that Mormons were a diverse group that was thus anti-American (as clarification, it may be that the cartoon isn't necessarily depicting Brigham Young but another authority in the LDS religion). Ian agrees and says that Joseph Smith ran for president as an abolitionist.
As far as the Mormon priesthood ban goes, the Mormon church has never said that it is doctrine. Sure, the priesthood ban may be strange but it should be something that we explore with faith and seek further understanding. Kwaku says that the Mormon Church is the best church for black people. It is the best church for all of God’s children because it is The Restored Church.
Should we be punished for Adam’s transgression? Did Adam’a transgression make it so that we’re all inherently sinners? Was the fall of Adam necessary?
In this episode we talk ALL about our beliefs about the fall of Adam and Eve. We talk about how we are NOT punished for what Adam did but only punished for our own sins. We talk about how the Church of Jesus Christ (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) might differ in beliefs of other Christian religions.
What do you think about the fall of Adam and Eve? Let us know via FB or Instagram DM!
This week on Saints Unscripted, special guest Stephen Smoot talks with Ian and Kwaku about the Book of Mormon.
Stephen graduated from BYU with a degree in Ancient Near Eastern Studies. Stephen is currently working on his Master's degree in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations with a focus in Egyptology. As he studies, Stephen also works for Book of Mormon Central, a website for Book of Mormon scholarship (both contemporary and from the past). Check out the links below to follow Book of Mormon Central!
Ian, Kwaku and Stephen first address a question regarding the seer stones. Why was a stone used as an aid in translating the Book of Mormon? The topic is controversial for many reasons.
First, artwork has depicted Joseph Smith as translating the Book of Mormon without the use of stones. However, artwork isn't always historically accurate. Second, the idea of using seer stones is very strange to people today. The process of translation took place in an era that fully accepted and embraced the possibility of God using tools on the earth in order to accomplish His work. Using seer stones would not have been strange in the 1800s. Kwaku makes a joke that in the future, we'll look back to the current era and wonder why we did things, including getting implants to look like Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian.
Stephen says that in the history of the world, there have been many occasions when prophets used instruments to accomplish God's work. Moses used a staff, the Israelites used the arc of the covenant, and in the New Testament, Jesus performs miracles by spitting in clay to cure people.
Stephen reads a scripture in the Book of Mormon which talks about Gazelem. What is Gazelem, a servant or a stone? Joseph Smith could certainly say that the work was accomplished by the gift and power of God. God has prepared means in order for people on the earth to accomplish His work.
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Kwaku and Ian of Saints Unscripted talk about fatherhood.
Kwaku dresses up like a business professional while Ian dresses up like an outdoorsy adventurer. They emphasize that fathers come in many different shapes, sizes, talents, and more.
Ian and Kwaku start off by telling some hilarious dad jokes. The jokes involves alligators, Bill Nye the Science Guy, gravity, doctors, dabbing, and other hilarious subjects. You really don’t want to miss these hilarious jokes.
Kwaku says that he thinks fatherhood is diminished right now. People do not view fatherhood as essential as it is. He argues that not all dads are bad dads like Homer Simpson.
Ian says that even in the media, fathers are considered dumb guys. But in reality, fathers can nurture and love, as well as provide and protect. He says that fatherhood includes being a steward over the family.
Kwaku says that manly thinks aren’t what constitute a man. Jokingly, he says that Tom Hardy and Dog the Bounty Hunter are men. Ultimately though, the perfect example of a dad is the Savior.
Today we met with Emma and Jacob, the cutest couple that ever existed. But really, if there is a cuter couple, tag them in the comments below... cuz I'm skeptical.
Anyway, Emma and Jacob have a goal to go to EVERY temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church)! As of today, there are 161 temples ALL OVER THE WORLD! Jacob and Emma have been to a whopping 79. SEVENTY NINE.
So before they came on the show, we asked our audience on Instagram for their questions about the couple. How do they finance their travels? Do they plan to travel the rest of their life? How different is each temple? How have they changed by visiting every temple?
Would you want to visit every temple? Which temple would be your first? Let us know via FB or Instagram DM!
In this episode of Saints Unscripted, Sabrina and Kwaku talk about Mormon perfectionism and the pressures that are associated with striving for perfection.
Kwaku tells a story about when he struggled with perfection and Sabrina agrees that perfectionism in Mormonism is very difficult.
Sabrina says that being a Mormon in high school meant that many people were looking at her to be perfect and when she wasn't, she'd be looked down upon.
Sabrina and Kwaku the discuss and emphasize the fact that while we are commanded to be perfect, we don't need unnecessary pressure but need to rely on Jesus Christ for strength.
While members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) believe that their religion is the true religion (contains the fulness of the gospel), they still value many of the practices and teachings found in other religions. David, Justin, and Mimi talk about their experiences visiting different places of worship and determine the different elements of those religions that members of the Church of Jesus Christ would do well to practice.
Whether or not you're a member of the Church of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to visit other places of worship and learn from other religions to enhance your faith :) Mimi, David, and Justin emphasize that while the churches they've attended have been slightly different than their normal spiritual practices, they learned a significant amount from their friends of different faiths.
Have you been to a church other than your own? What was your experience? Let us know via Facebook or Instagram DM!
Saints Unscripted first talk about why Mormons get married at such a young age. Mormons typically get married between the ages of 18-24.
Kwaku then talks about how he already has planned how he’s going to propose to his girlfriend. Ian and Caish think that Kwaku’s idea is cliche. He wants to propose in front of the Provo City Center Temple, a new LDS temple in Utah. Kwaku then says that he’ll start singing “I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” by Elvis Presley. Ian plays the guitar and sings the song to demonstrate. Kwaku then says he wants a drone to capture the whole engagement as well as having a choir of children.
Caish then describes her engagement. Her then boyfriend planned a perfect engagement but when Caish didn’t receive the message, it threw his plans for a loop.
Kwaku talks about his wedding. He wants to have a ring ceremony as well as a sealing in the temple so that his family who can’t enter the Mormon temple will be able to see his wedding. But then things get crazy when Kwaku says that he is planning on being late to his sealing in the temple and to his honeymoon.
Caish then talks about her Mormon mission in Belize where a very simple proposal happened. Ian doesn’t think it’s a bad idea to have a simple wedding whereas Kwaku wants a very elaborate wedding.
This week on Saints Unscripted, Ian and Kwaku read your comments! Did your comment make the cut?
The Saints Unscripted talk about dating Mormon missionaries, Mormon temples, becoming like God, and more.
Ian mentions how Mormons don’t necessarily believe that becoming like God means having a planet. Mormons actually know very little about what 'becoming like God' will entail.
Kwaku says that Mormons don’t believe the Bible is false. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believes the Bible as revelation and teaches many classes on the Bible.
Ian and Kwaku talk about one of their favorite parts of being on Saints Unscripted: the battle between Atheists, Evangelicals, and others. Atheists will comment and then anti-Mormons will comment and then the battle between the many sects commences!
Ultimately, Saints Unscripted loves your comments. Keep commenting!
In this episode, Hannah talks to us about mental illness. She has been living with bi-polar disorder for many years. She talks about the stigma behind bi-polar and other mental illnesses, as well as how to navigate life while also dealing with mental illness.
Justin also talks about his struggle with depression and emphasizes how important it is to get professional help, as also strongly suggested by Jeffrey R. Holland who recently gave a talk on mental illness. Hannah's biggest piece of advice to those struggling with mental illness is to look for help. Don't give up on finding the right therapist and medication for you. It's going to be okay. ❤
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ Christ of Latter-day Saints (also called Mormons or LDS) believe in utilizing doctors and medication to help us navigate this life. We don't believe that scripture reading or church attendance is going to cure everyone from mental and emotional illnesses (just as it likely won't cure us of physical problems such as a broken arm). The 'cure' is found in research, testing, and consulting God.
Have you ever struggled with mental illness? How did you get to a point of feeling more like yourself? Let us know via Facebook or Instagram DM!
Kwaku and Ian of Saints Unscripted introduce special guest Elisabeth to discuss the implications of feminism for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Kwaku first talks about radical feminists and how they aren’t necessary a good representation of what feminism truly is. Instead of looking at the bad, we need to embrace all that is good in feminism. Women in leadership is among the good things and is also very prominent in the Church. Emma Smith was a powerful example of women leaders. And today, there are many women leaders who have a strong voice in the Church. Ian says that ultimately, the Church advocates equality for women.
Elisabeth says that in some regards, men should need to shape up. They shouldn’t be doing things that objectify women. Kwaku and Ian both say that it’s belittling to men to say that they can’t control their passions.
Elisabeth says that being a mom is so much to being a mom. If a woman wants to be in the workforce, she should do so and she shouldn’t be held back. If a woman wants to be a stay at home mom, she should be equally encouraged as those who are in the work force. We need to be supporters of women to empower and strengthen them.
Kwaku concludes that men should not be afraid to fight for women’s rights.
Today we got to talk to Nate Jones who is the host of the Peculiar People Podcast (we told him to call it P-cubed (yes, P^3) so we'll see what happens 🙃). On his podcast, Nate interviews all kinds of people about their real and raw experiences as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church). His podcast will make you laugh, cry and feel all the feels.
Because Nate is usually the host, we wanted to have him sit on the other side of the table and talk to us about something he is passionate about in the Church of Jesus Christ. In this episode, we talk about how worship has changed in the LDS Church and how it has been influenced by millennials.
Is there a 'right' way to worship? Let us know your thoughts by sending us a direct message on Instagram or Facebook!
Mormons believe that every human being is a child of God. They believe that as children of heavenly parents, they have divine potential and as such, can become perfected through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
Kwaku and Ian invite special guest Sabrina to join them in discussing what The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believes about becoming like God. Sabrina and Kwaku both discuss how the pattern of becoming like God can be compared to the pattern of children becoming like their parents. Through constant interaction and immense love, parents help children to learn and grow and eventually become the best they can be. Similarly, all humans can grow and progress and eventually become like God. Ian emphasizes the importance of progression by asking himself if he would feel comfortable in the presence of God, a good indication of his progression to be like Him.
Ian and Kwaku sit down with Dr. Michael H. MacKay, a religion professor at BYU who teaches many different subjects of religion pertaining to the Mormon Church.
The three discuss the Priesthood of God, the Restoration, and the temple, as taught in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Dr. MacKay shares his thoughts on the priesthood and how in the book of Moses, we learn that the priesthood goes all the way back to Adam and that it continues on today in the LDS Church. He also shares insight on ordinances and covenants and why both are very important in the Mormon Church, specifically in the Temple.
Saints Unscripted gets a lot of comments from their viewers. Some comments are from trolls and others are genuine. Ian and Kwaku respond to a few of their favorite questions.
Some comments ask why people join the LDS church. Others ask about Mormon marriage and Mormon temples. Many wonder about Ian’s LDS mission. And lastly, others should be comedians… we’ll just leave it at that.
Mormons pay the ancient law of Tithing that is found in the Old Testament. Through paying tithing, members are promised amazing blessings.
With money from tithing paid by members, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints builds up the Kingdom of God on earth. This means Temples are built, Books of Mormon are printed, and the poor are given help, just to name a few things (there are many other ways the Mormon Church uses tithing money).
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints also has many businesses that they own that make profit. The Church then takes that money and uses it for building up the Kingdom of God just like tithing money is used.
When members of the Church pay tithing they are given incredible blessings. In Malachi 3:10 it says: “… if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessings, that there shall not be room enough to receive it." Mormons everywhere around the world pay tithing and see the blessings that come from it
Do Mormons swear? Kwaku and Ian dive into the topic of whether swearing and profanity is okay or not.
Kwaku says that cussing can be funny at times but shouldn’t be done often and absolutely shouldn’t be done in a derogatory way. Kwaku says that when he is back home in Texas he tries not to curse very much. He does this because he knows that his non-Mormon watch how he acts and speaks as a member of the LDS Church.
Ian mentions that the scriptures do say that we should have good language and that we should refrain from swearing as best as we can. He says that saying swear words and being profane isn’t what a worth priesthood holder should do and that we should do our best to not swear.
Kwaku shares how his seeking for the truth lead to his conversion to the LDS Church.
Kwaku’s journey to becoming a Mormon started when he was a young kind in Cyprus, Texas. He visited different churches and asked many people what they thought the truth was but he still wasn’t able to find exactly what he was looking for.
During this time, Mitt Romney was running for President of the United States and “The Book of Mormon Musical” was really popular. So Mormons became the talk of the town where he was from. He started working at a restaurant where he met a Mormon girl who eventually invited him to church with her. At church he met the sister missionaries and began investigating the church. After he prayed about the Book of Mormon and came to learn of the Plan of Salvation and baptisms for the Dead, he knew that the LDS Church was the church of God on earth. He was baptized soon after.
What is your conversion story? Send us an Instagram DM or Facebook Message about how you knew the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was the right church!
Mormons believe the Bible to be the word of God, as long as it is translated correctly. Mormons believe that the Bible is the first witness of Jesus Christ and The Book of Mormon is the second witness of Jesus Christ.
The Bible has been the foundation of the Church of Jesus Christ. Joseph Smith, the prophet who restored the Church of Jesus Christ, grew up studying from the Bible. When he was questioning which church to join, he turned to the Bible and read James 1:5: “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” It was this promise from the Bible that brought him to pray and receive the First Vision where he saw God the Father and his son Jesus Christ.
In this episode, Saints Unscripted travel around BYU campus asking students about their worst date rejection stories!
These BYU date rejection stories have many different versions. Some say they were rejected by someone they asked out, others say they rejected someone who tried to go out with them, either way, it was a lot of rejection!
One Girl, who is a convert to the Mormon church, shared a story of a time when she tried to ask out two guys but they both rejected her.
Another student shared a story of when he asked out a girl that he was getting to know through one of his classes, but she ended up “friend-zoning” him.
These BYU date rejection stories might seem discouraging, but Saints Unscripted reminds us in this video, there are many other fish in the sea!
Al Fox Carraway felt she didn’t need help from anyone, especially religion. That all changed when she met the Mormon missionaries.
Initially when Al met the Mormon missionaries, she told them she would live the LDS principles that she was being taught and prove that nothing would happen, that she wouldn’t receive any blessings.
After some time of doing this, Al’s friends noticed that she was changing and she seemed different. The only thing she was doing differently was that she was trying to prove the Mormon missionaries wrong. After this realization was made, she decided to investigate the LDS Church more fully.
A week before her 21st birthday, Al Fox Carraway was baptized into the Mormon Church and has seem so many beautiful blessings today because of that decision to follow Christ and his teachings.
Al Fox Carraway describes her experience on being a Mormon Convert. She Has many experiences that brought her to the LDS church and she shares them with Saints Unscripted.
Al Fox learned for herself that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was the Church of God. She has had many experiences that have taught her that God is real and that He loves His children. Through her conversion, Al Fox has become a popular LDS figure and speaker and she even wrote her own book called the “Tattooed Mormon”!
Becoming converted to the LDS Church, Carraway talks about how her perspective on family completely changed. She shares that dating was difficult for her, but she was able to find her husband and is married and has two kids of her own and is a firm believer that families can be together forever. Through her conversion, Al Fox learned new things like a “Ward” is a group of members, a “Stake” is not food, and how to sing hymns in church! These are some of the many new things about the Mormon Church that she learned.
Funny things kids say about their mom for Mother's Day. Saints Unscripted hosts Kwaku and Ian invite Elijah and Lochlan on the show to express their love for their moms on Mother's Day.
Lochlan is in Kindergarten and he loves to do math. He can solve some series equations and can dab like a pro. Also, he dressed like Luigi unintentionally for the show. Can he get more cool? Well, yes indeed. The second he starts talking, Ian melts. Lochlan says that he loves his mom (even though she just cooks "good enough"). He loves that she plays Ticket to Ride with him.
Elijah says that the most important thing he learned from his mom is to always tell the truth. Kwaku agrees that telling the truth is important except under certain conditions. Kwaku says that his mom taught he to be inquisitive. He says that his mother encouraged him to embrace diversity. And lastly, Kwaku's mom is beautiful.
Moms, WE LOVE YOU! We love your strength, your wisdom, and your love. Have a spectacular Mother's Day.
Joseph Smith was called to be a prophet and to restore Christ’s Church on the earth today.
Because of this he had to endure many difficult things to defend what he believed in. The 3 Mormons discuss his character and what kind of a person Joseph Smith Really was. The Mormon Church has a history of many members who had to endure much hardship for what they believed in.
Being an LDS member wasn’t easy and many even died for their religion. It took real faith to believe in the Mormon church and the Prophet Joseph Smith. Because Joseph Smith was called to restore to Mormon Church, he was given the power and authority to do many great things. He translated the Book of Mormon through the power of God, he was visited by angels, and he eventually died for what he believed.
Saints Unscripted sit down with Bri Ray from “American Idol." The four of them discuss Mormons and Music and Bri’s background in the LDS church!
Bri grew up in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved music from the start. Her dad was raised Baptist and was converted to the Mormon Church, and because of that Bri was raised on Gospel music. She also says that LDS hymns plays a big role in her music life. Bri chose to audition for “American Idol” because the producers from the show sent her an email to audition for the show. Being on the show she said that she would hang around other contestants that were Mormon as well and that helped her as she strived to live her religion.
Bri says that content is the most important thing to decide what music is good to listen to and what music is not. She says that you need to have good feelings when you are listening to specific types of music. It can be hard to live LDS standards but when choosing music it’s always important to follow the spirit. Bri and the Saints Unscripted give their take on music and what types of music you should and shouldn’t listen to.
Saints Unscripted discuss the Word of Wisdom, a health code that LDS members live by. Do you have any thoughts on the Word of Wisdom?
God revealed to Joseph Smith, the first Prophet of the Mormon Church, the Word of Wisdom in 1833 (even though Ian said 1831). The Word of Wisdom is a health code that LDS members are commanded to follow today. It means that Mormon members are to abstain from Tea, Coffee, Alcohol, Tobacco, and illegal drugs.
There are numerous blessings that come from following this commandment that members of the LDS church enjoy every day! The substances that LDS members don’t consume are addictive, and the 3 Mormons recognize that. God gives spiritual blessings and physical blessings for anyone who choses to follow this commandment. We can be healthier and have the spirit of God more abundantly in our lives when we follow it.
Saints Unscripted know that the Word of Wisdom keeps us healthy and happy that many LDS members choose to follow.
Are Mormons Christian? Saints Unscripted discuss why Mormons / LDS Members are Christian and their belief in Jesus Christ with Stacey Harkey from Studio C.
Saints Unscripted each take turns asking Stacey questions about his life as a Christian, being a part of Studio C, his embarrassing moments, and his celebrity crushes, and his favorite Apostles and Prophets. Stacey and the Saints Unscripted also discuss their thoughts about why Mormons are Christian and what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ.
Mormons easily meet the definition of a Christian as implicitly defined in the New Testament: they believe that ancient prophets foretold Christ’s coming, that Jesus Christ suffered for our transgressions, that he was put to death but rose from the dead, that through him we may obtain forgiveness of our sins, and that he will come again in glory.
Stacey believes a Mormon is a Christian, a follower of Christ and one who seeks after his teachings. Jesus Christ is fundamental to the Mormon religion and doctrine. Without Jesus Christ we have no religion. Everything we believe as Mormons hinges on Jesus and what he taught.
Stacey discusses how being on Studio C and being in the comedy realm can be uplifting and edifying. Making people happy is a great gift you can give to people. Mormons are Christian, and not only does this mean that we believe in Jesus Christ and his teachings, but we also strive to have the same qualities associated with Jesus Christ: kindness, compassion, love, fairness, and decency.
Today we got to talk to Nate Jones who is the host of the Peculiar People Podcast (we told him to call it P-cubed (yes, P^3) so we'll see what happens 🙃). On his podcast, Nate interviews all kinds of people about their real and raw experiences as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church). His podcast will make you laugh, cry and feel all the feels.
Because Nate is usually the host, we wanted to have him sit on the other side of the table and talk to us about something he is passionate about in the Church of Jesus Christ. In this episode, we talk about how worship has changed in the LDS Church and how it has been influenced by millennials.
Is there a 'right' way to worship? Let us know your thoughts by commenting on the video on YouTube or messaging us on Facebook or Instagram!
Does God Answer Prayers? What do Mormons believe?
Saints Unscripted talk about their beliefs and how they came to know that God restored His church to the earth and that Joseph Smith really did see and speak with God the Father and His son Jesus Christ.
Joseph Smith is the founding prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the Mormon church) who translated The Book of Mormon by the gift and power of God.
In 1820 Joseph Smith wanted to know which church was God's true church. He searched the Bible and read the scripture in James 1:5, which says "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him." Joseph acted on this scripture and went to the woods and prayed to God and asked which church was true. God the Father and Jesus Christ appeared to him and told him he was to join none of the churches in existence. Through this first vision and many others that followed, God chose Joseph to be His prophet and restore the gospel of Jesus Christ.
How do you keep the Sabbath day holy? Saints Unscripted discuss their views on Sabbath day observance and what we should do to keep the Sabbath day holy.
Shelley believes that Sunday is God’s day. All of the things that we do on the Sabbath day should relate back to God and be the kinds of things that God would want us to do on the Sabbath. She believes that going out to eat and watching sports on Sundays is wrong. Because there is a time set aside on Monday nights for Family Home Evening, we can eat out and watch sports during those times, instead of on Sundays.
Kwaku thinks that on Sunday you should be reading your scriptures, dedicating time to the Lord, and providing service to others. That service can come from many different opportunities like cleaning, home and visiting teaching, or serving the homeless. He believes those are things that anyone can do while keeping the Sabbath day holy.
Ian believes that you need to try your hardest to work 5 or 6 days of the week, and not be working on the Sabbath day to dedicate that time to the Lord. There are times that you may need to work on Sundays to provide for your family or for other reasons, but do everything you can to keep Sundays separate from the week as a sacred day for you.
All 3 agree that whether you have a Priesthood duty, Relief Society opportunity, or church calling to serve others, you absolutely do it, especially on Sundays! Saints unscripted recognize that they, like many people, struggle at times to keep the Sabbath day holy but that it’s still important to follow this important commandment. The importance of the Sabbath day is something we all need to recognize and do our best to improve our Sabbath day worship.
Have you ever wondered what happens in Mormon temples? Saints Unscripted discuss the sacredness of what goes on inside a temple of the Mormon Church.
Shelley puts it best when she says that the main goal of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints isn’t for people not to know what goes on inside the temple, we as a church want everyone to know what goes on and to receive the same blessings we do. The Mormon Church and all its members invite everyone to take and read a free copy of The Book of Mormon, to visit with Mormon Missionaries to learn more about our Church and the Temple!
What is the difference between secret and sacred? This question is discussed when Shelley and Ian go to the campus of Brigham Young University to discuss with other Mormons about their thoughts on the temple and the sacredness of it. Each Mormon member they talk to gives insight to the matter of secret vs. sacred and that the things we do inside the temple are sacred and bring us closer to our Heavenly Father.
Kwaku talks about when Christ did teach certain things to his Apostles that he didn’t teach to other people. The same goes for the temple. When Mormons enter into the temple they are taught sacred principles and lessons that are to bless their lives.
What do Mormons think about sex? Saints Unscripted tackle the hard questions about the Law of Chastity: sex, porn, and masturbation.
What is the Law of Chastity? Saints Unscripted talk about the idea that “waiting to have sex until you're married is too hard” is a bad mentality and is just not true. We are children of God, and because of that we can utilize many tools God has given us to overcome those sexual pressures and maintain pure thoughts. Christ died for us, and through him we can overcome anything. We as human beings have the sacred ability to procreate, and it should be treated as a sacred act.
All 3 recognize that pornography is evil thing in all forms (soft pornography included) and leads to addiction. When someone you know is struggling with an addiction to pornography, the best thing you can do is support them and let them know that there is always hope for them no matter what. The best thing we can do is avoid it at all costs to avoid that evil and addiction altogether. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has a great addiction recovery program that anyone can use called the 12 Step Addiction Recovery Program.
When we have sinned, we have the beautiful blessing of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Through the Atonement we can receive forgiveness of our sins and transgressions. This does not mean that we are covered and can do anything that we want, but that we should try our best and when we do sin, we can repent and be made whole again. You will never regret being chaste and virtuous!
Ian says that Easter is perhaps the biggest holiday celebrated by Mormons. Ian talks about this important subject with his wife Sienna and his friend Elisabeth.
First, Sienna brings up Mormons and Holy Week. Elisabeth says that growing up, her mom made sure to emphasize each day of Holy Week in preparation for Easter.
Saints Unscripted then go through the different days of Holy Week, starting with Palm Sunday. Jesus Christ came back to Jerusalem on a donkey. On Monday, Jesus Christ cleansed the temple and taught of the sacredness of the temple. Then on Maundy Thursday, the Passover occurs. Christ teaches his disciples at the Last Supper. Then Peter, James and John follow Christ to the Garden of Gethsemane where he suffers for all of the children of God. Jesus suffered because he loves us. After Jesus died, he was placed in a tomb. Finally, Jesus Christ is resurrected.
Mormons don’t use the cross as the symbol of faith but rather, they focus on the life and power of the Savior in overcoming death.
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In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church, youth between the ages of 14-18 (give or take) are encouraged to attend seminary. Generally speaking, seminary is a religious education course taught throughout the year about a specific book of scripture. The rotating topics are typically New Testament, Old Testament, Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants (the four of which are often referred to as the "Standard Works" in LDS doctrine).
Seminary is different in different parts of the world and can be attended in-person or virtually. Where there is a large concentration of members of the Church, it is very likely to find that a secondary school will set aside released time during school for seminary. In that situation, seminary isn't taught as a calling (in other words, an unpaid, volunteer position) but is taught as a full-time job by someone who has undergone the proper teacher training.
Have you ever been to seminary? What did you think about it? Message us your experience on Facebook or Instagram! And don't forget to subscribe to us on YouTube so you don't miss an episode :)
If you haven't been in a faith crisis, it's very likely that one day, you will. A faith crisis is where you come across facts or opinions that challenge your faith, bringing you to question your beliefs and doubt everything you once knew to be true.
Guess what? Going through a faith crisis is NORMAL. But it can be scary, frustrating, and confusing. How do you navigate the questions while also trying to hold fast to your testimony? Is it possible to have doubts yet still want to believe? YES.
In this episode, we brought Christopher Cunningham to help us determine how to approach doubts. Christopher is a Senior Religion Writer and his publications can be found all over the internet (links to specific places below). We ask, "What can we do when we come across negative (often called 'anti-Mormon') content about the Church?" Christopher has become very familiar with the concerns against the Church and through his study, he's been able to see the Church in the most positive possible light. He's also been able to help others understand the difficult aspects of the Church without having to leave the Church and even increasing their testimonies.
Have you ever gone through a faith crisis? What was your experience? Message us on Facebook or Instagram with your experience! And don't forget to subscribe to us on YouTube!
Has it ever been hard for you to prioritize the gospel on a daily basis? Some days are more difficult than others but how do we get past that? In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church, members are encouraged to progress everyday by being consistent in their studies of the scriptures and in practicing their religion. But sometimes living "in the world" (where not everything is centered around Jesus Christ and his gospel) can feel almost impossible. So how do we prioritize the gospel every single day?
In this episode, Justin, Kwaku, and Sabrina talk about how they prioritize the gospel in their lives.
Let us know your tips by sending us a message on Facebook or Instagram! And don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel!
In this episode, we discuss the history of EVERYTHING. Okay, maybe not everything but the history of the world. We talk about our ancestors (yes, yours too), our Savior, Adam and Eve, and everything in between. This history is according to our beliefs as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon church or LDS church.
David leads the discussion and gives a brief account of how man came to be. The three hosts talk about eras when people were faithful to God and eras when they fell away into apostasy (or deviance from the word of God).
What did we miss? What did you learn? Message us on Facebook or Instagram with your thoughts!! Also, don't forget to follow us on YouTube!
There are A TON of dating tips out there... especially for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons). The emphasis on marriage within the restored Church may be a contributing factor to the tons and tons of dating tips out there, but whatever the reason for the dating advice, we decided to respond to some random suggestions we found online.
Sabrina, Kwaku, and Justin talk about gender stereotypes, about difficulties specifically in LDS Culture (otherwise known as Mormon culture), and about general dating tips for people of all religions and backgrounds.
What dating tips do YOU have?? Message us on Instagram or Facebook with your thoughts! Thanks for listening :)
In this episode, Jordan joins us to talk about growing up in the Bible Belt as a member of the Church or Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church).
Jordan and Kwaku both grew up in the south and grew up surrounded by people who had a knowledge of the misconceptions about the restored church. Jordan expresses how difficult it is to teach by the spirit when those around you are solely interested in proving you wrong and arguing with you. She talks about what it was like to be surrounded by those who have heard all kinds of stories about the restored church (casually called the Mormon church) and how to overcome the difficulties therein.
*In this episode, Jordan speaks of the people in her life who did not respect her beliefs. However, she did have some FABULOUS friends who supported her despite her religious affiliation. She is forever grateful for their love and support.
Have you ever been confronted with falsities about your religion? What do you think is the best way to react? Let us know via Instagram DM or comment on one of our videos on YouTube! Thanks for listening :)
A LOT of people in our audience have asked, "Is it okay NOT to serve a mission?" Short answer: YES. It's okay.
David says that in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), young men are encouraged to serve a full-time mission. However, just because it's an encouragement does not mean it's a requirement to be a faithful member of the Church.
Kwaku talks about his experience in determining whether or not to serve a mission. Kwaku has decided not to serve a full-time mission, as it is formally known, and has instead determined that his mission was to preach the gospel online through different social media platforms.
David and Kwaku both express that their choice to serve a mission changed their lives for the better and that they don't regret the choices they made.
Did you serve a mission? And would you only date someone who served a mission? Let us know via Instagram DM's or follow us on YouTube and let us know in the comments to the video! Thanks for listening :)
In this episode, Stephen Jones joins us to talk about PERFECTIONISM. And he explains it PERFECTLY 🙃
The truth is, you aren't perfect. No one is perfect (besides Jesus Christ, of course). But why do we think that so many other people are perfect? Why do we believe that we have to fit an idea of perfection that simply isn't real and simply isn't endorsed by God?
As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons), we are often confronted with this idea of perfectionism because we are commanded to be perfect. We are taught how to live a better, more fulfilling and ALWAYS fall short.
Stephen talks about what to do when you fall short and how to beat such feelings of inadequacy.
What do you think about perfection and how do you navigate feelings of inadequacy? Let us know by sending us a message on Facebook message or Instagram DM :)
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) frequently give 'blessings.' But what is a blessing and does it actually work?
In this episode, Kwaku, David, and Justin discuss what blessings are in the restored Church (also known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church) and how blessings work. They talk about the 'laying on of hands,' meaning that when a blessing is given, the person (or persons) giving the blessing will put their hands on the head of the receiver. This is an ancient practice that can be found throughout religious history of christianity and is still practice today.
So, can blessings cure sickness? Listen to the episode for our thoughts :)
Have you ever received a blessing? What was your experience? Shoot us a DM on Instagram with your experience! And don't forget to follow us on YouTube!
For this episode, we had the INSANELY INCREDIBLE opportunity to interview Charlie! As you can see from the video, she is intelligent, sweet, beautiful and everything in between.
Everyone loves a good conversion story but this one was especially cool. Charlie talks about when she first encountered the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (commonly known as the Mormon Church) and her initial thoughts. She talks about her baptism and the difficulties among friends and family that followed.
For those of you looking for advice on how navigate unsupportive friends and family, listen to Charlie’s story! It just might be the answer to your prayers.
What did you like most about Charlie’s story? Send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook with your thoughts! Happy listening :)
We pray for LOTS of different things. We pray when something is lost, we pray to ace a test, we pray for others who are suffering, we pray to overcome intense trials, etc. But which prayers does God answer? Does God answer every prayer? And how do I know that I'm praying for the right thing?
In this episode, David, Kwaku and Justin answer the questions above and more. As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons), we are taught to pray A LOT. David, Kwaku, and Justin start the discussion with a quote from a young boy in the church who said, "My church guy told me that Jesus Christ knows where to find anything. He can find medals or anything you want." They discuss Jesus's role in prayer and the things that we should pray for in order to receive the guidance from God that we need.
Do you have any tips for heartfelt prayers? Shoot us a DM on Instagram or check us out on YouTube! Thanks for listening :)
Is it okay to be a moderate disciple in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church)? Can I believe some things and not others? Can I have one foot in and one foot out of the Church?
In this episode, Kwaku, Justin and David talk about if it's okay to live the gospel moderately. Some people call these types of members of the Church "Middle Way Mormons" or "Jack Mormons." They could also be described as unorthodox, unconventional or borderline.
The hosts talk about doubts, about pure discipleship, and about progression. They also mention the apostles of Jesus Christ and where they were as well.
Kwaku explains the difference between faith and beliefs. Justin further explains that it's like eating vegetables-- you can believe that vegetables are good for you but if you you don't eat vegetables, that knowledge isn't necessary as effective as it could be.
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On this episode of Saints Unscripted (formerly known as 3 Mormons), we got to talk to Nate Bagley about marriage. Nate Bagley runs multiple websites and podcasts including the Mormon Marriages website, utahdatenight.com, and the Loveumentary podcast. All in all, Nate knows A LOT about marriage and relationships so we had a BLAST talking with him about marriage tips, specially for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons).
Nate specially talks about tips that you likely won't hear being taught in the restored church (otherwise known as the Mormon or LDS Church). Check out the podcast for all of his tips :)
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The 3 Mormons (currently known as Saints Unscripted) have many opinions on the topic of beards. Shelley thinks beards are gross and hates them. Ian thinks they are totally fine. Kwaku thinks they are reserved for ancient people. And they have many more opinions on a new show segment called “Rate That Beard”!
On “Rate that Beard,” The 3 Mormons discuss their thoughts on different celebrities like Ryan Gosling, Robert Redford, Jack Black, Tom Selleck, and Andrew Garfield, and whether their beards and mustaches are awesome, or terrible.
The 3 Mormons discuss the BYU Honor Code and they agree that when you go to BYU, you sign the honor code; you need to agree to those standards, including not having a beard. If you don’t like the rule, don’t go to the school. It’s just that simple.
They recognize that sometimes there are pre-judgments to people with beards, but they all agree that if you want to grow a beard, then go for it. To them, it doesn’t matter if you have a beard.
3 Mormons (currently known as Saints Unscripted) discusses the Millennial generation and Mormon millennials and the positives and negatives associated with it. Why are millennials awesome? Why are they not so awesome? The 3 Mormons all believe that there are good and bad things that come with the millennial generation and that we all can change and improve the stigma.
Kwaku believes that the rise of secularism is a rough spot on the millennial generation. He believes that religion in society is very important and that void of religion, we slowly cease to have that goal of what a society should be. And because of that we will become more selfish, prideful, and the family unit will break.
Ian asks the important question: “Is chivalry dead?” Shelley is quick to respond with a confident, “Yes.” Shelley has noticed that men opening doors for women depends on whether the man is interested in the woman. She also thinks that that is a millennial thing, and that in her experience older men will open the door for her but the men her own age will not. She believes that opening doors is an important thing that all millennials should do. Open doors for women!
Ian believes that because we lived with our Heavenly Father before this life, we were taught correct principles. Now, in this life, we can receive revelation from Him (which are those same correct principles from our previous life) to better ourselves and the millennial generation. Ian also says that because millennial entitlement is an epidemic running through many people, we need to pair ourselves with the spirit of God. By doing that, we will be able to live above the millennial stereotype of entitlement and laziness, and get things done!
3 Mormons (now known as Saints Unscripted) talk about Mormon Missionaries and dating before serving a Mormon Mission. The 3 Mormons are back in action as they give their thoughts and opinions on LDS Church missions and the importance of preparing for LDS missionary work. They then dive into the topic of Mormon dating and the importance it plays on LDS church missions and an individual’s life in general!
What is an LDS mission? Ian believes that because Missions are a serious thing, the LDS Church needs stalwart men and women to go out and preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Because of the LDS mission age change (young men can serve when they are 18, and young women can serve when they are 19), he thinks that going to college before your mission helps you get out those immature kinks and helps you find out who you really are!
Shelley says that because the For the Strength of Youth Pamphlet says that young men and women should only group date when they reach the age of 16, we should heed to that council and we should really wait until our adult years to date someone seriously. She also says that all men and women should prayerfully consider when to go on a mission to really know when the right time to go would be.
Kwaku says that having a serious relationship while you are a missionary could be a distraction. He also says that LDS Missionary work doesn’t stop when your missionary name tag comes off. Member missionary work should be done your entire life, even after you were an Elder or Sister missionary.
All 3 Mormons agree that saying you won’t marry someone because he or she is not a returned missionary is wrong, and that it should really matter on whether they are obedient to the commandments at that time. Shelley even says if a guy says that he cannot marry a girl because she isn’t a returned missionary, that girl should slap the guy in the face!
The 3 Mormons have many different opinions on the matter of Mormon dating and LDS church missions, but what do you think? Do you agree with Kwaku, Shelley, or Ian? Subscribe to our YouTube channel and share your opinions with us!