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Talking to Mormons
A source for anyone wanting to better understand Mormonism and Christianity. Having been an active Mormon for sixty years, Danny is fully aware of the heart and mind of those who are convinced the gospel of Joseph Smith is true. Fortunately through scripture study, prayer, and the Holy Spirit, God opened his eyes and understanding, and brought him into a loving, saving, relationship with His Son, Jesus Christ. “It originated from an experience I had a couple of years go, when two Mormon missionaries visited my home. They came with the intention of encouraging me to return to activity in the LDS Church. As I turned their attention to the Bible for the reasons I found Mormonism to be different from the gospel of Jesus Christ, they were amazed at what they read and learned. Within the same week they returned to my home unannounced to ask me to teach them more. I was spiritually touched and overwhelmed by the honesty and humility they showed in their sincere desire to know truth. It made me realize that these respectful and open conversations between Christians and Mormons are quite possible.”
In this video, Danny shares his journey as a former Latter-Day Saint, questioning the authenticity of the term “Lucifer” in religious texts. He explains that “Lucifer” was introduced in St. Jerome’s 5th-century Latin Vulgate Bible and later included in the King James Version. Danny points out the inconsistency between the Book of Mormon’s use of […]
In this video, Danny, a former Latter-Day Saint, discusses his concerns with the Book of Mormon, particularly its claim that Native Americans descended from Jews. He points out that modern DNA evidence disproves this assertion, as Native Americans are genetically linked to Asians, not Hebrews. Danny also criticizes Joseph Smith for misapplying biblical verses, such […]
Is the King James Version a direct translation? And should it be used in the LDS translations?
Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/moroni-1-6-elders-priests-teachers Did Moroni travel all the way to Utah just to dedicate a piece of land for a temple site? What is the correct meaning and function of the terms “elders” “priests” and “teachers”? Why was wine changed to water in the sacramental prayers? And why isn’t un-leaven bread used for the sacrament […]
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Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/ether-6-11-come-follow-me-podcast/ Is it possible to travel in primitive submarines for nearly a year without replenishing food for the occupants and their animals? Did horses, sheep, oxen, and elephants exist in the Western Hemisphere in pre-Columbian times? Is it anachronistic to claim the Jaredites made steel swords in 2000 BC? How are secret combinations […]
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????Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/ether-1-5-who-is-mahonri-moriancumer/ Who is Mahonri Moriancumer? What does the made-up word “deseret” mean? How is it possible that there was transparent glass in 2200 BC, when transparent glass had not been invented for thousands of years later? Did the Lord make it clear to the brother of Jared that He was both the Father […]
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Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/mormon-7-9-who-will-judge-us-at-the-last-day Moroni has, to finish his father’s record, since Mormon has died. Moroni teaches that God is unchangeable and is the same yesterday, today, and forever – but Joseph Smith strongly disagrees. Who will judge us at the last day? Will it be a hierarchy of judges, or only Jesus Christ? What happens […]
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Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/mormon-1-6-is-the-book-of-mormon-a-racist What are the striking similarities in the lives of Mormon and Joseph Smith, Jr.? Is it reasonable that the Nephites would choose an inexperienced 16 year-old to lead their entire army? Could the Book of Mormon be considered racist Scripture? Talking to Mormons YouTube – https://goo.gl/Pe2LiV Website – https://TalkingToMormons.com/ Facebook – https://goo.gl/s2vADr […]
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????Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/3-nephi-27-4-nephi-come-follow-me-twinkled What does it mean to be “twinkled?” If, the Three Nephite Disciples were left on earth to bring many souls to Jesus, how can the LDS Church claim there was a complete apostasy? Why did Jesus make such a big deal about the name of His church? Why does Jesus prefer fair […]
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????Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/3-nephi-17-19-turning-whiter-than-white What is the significance in Jesus and His Twelve Disciples turning whiter than white? Jesus allowed the people of Nephi to both worship and pray to Him. Are Latter-day Saints encouraged to do that today? Why is Jesus healing those with leprosy an anachronism? What does it mean to take the sacrament […]
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⏱️TIMESTAMPS⏱️ 00:00 Introduction 01:11 3 Nephi 12 18:27 3 Nephi 13 26:56 3 Nephi 14 37:48 3 Nephi 15 43:28 3 Nephi 16 ????Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/3-nephi-12-16-sermon-at-the-temple How are the Sermon at the Temple similar and different from the Sermon on the Mount? Were the Twelve Disciples also Apostles? What did Jesus mean, when He commanded […]
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How is Nephi’s praying vocally from a garden tower by a public highway different from the Zoramites praying from their Rameumptom? Did Nephi quote the Joseph Smith Translation when speaking about Moses parting the Red Sea? What is the true meaning of “sealing powers?”
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What was the greatest fighting force in Nephite history? What role did their mother’s play in preparing them to be soldiers? Are the native inhabitants of Polynesia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands descendants of Nephite peoples? ????Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/alma-53-63-stripling-solders-come-follow-me ⛪Talking to Mormons YouTube – https://goo.gl/Pe2LiV Website – https://TalkingToMormons.com/ Facebook – https://goo.gl/s2vADr Instagram – https://goo.gl/rLQRiZ
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What was written on the “Title of Liberty” flag? Who in the Nephite record does Mormon admire enough to name his own son after? Did Native Americans learn to scalp their enemies from their Book of Mormon ancestors? Who was determined to drink Captain Moroni’s blood? Script – https://TalkingtoMormons.com/alma-43-52-captain-moroni-come-follow-me/ YouTube – https://goo.gl/Pe2LiV Website – https://TalkingToMormons.com/ […]
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Did the atonement of Christ apply to inhabitants of other worlds? Is there or is there not forgiveness for murder? Is fornication a crime? Did God himself, atone for our sins? Does missionary work continue in the Spirit World? Script – https://TalkingtoMormons.com/alma-39-42-missionary-work-in-spirit-world/ YouTube – https://goo.gl/Pe2LiV Website – https://TalkingToMormons.com/ Facebook – https://goo.gl/s2vADr Alma 32-35 | Come […]
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Does it matter where you worship God? Does it matter what you wear to church? Is there a second chance after death for people to hear and accept the gospel? Does God dwell in the heart of the righteous? The Book of Mormon says Yes! but the Doctrine and Covenants says No! ????Script – https://TalkingtoMormons.com/ […]
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What was the Raneumptom? What has a more powerful effect on people – the sword or the word? Is God a spirit forever? How many anti-Christs are there in the Book of Mormon? Does the devil have children? Did the Nephites truly practice freedom of religion? ????Script – https://TalkingtoMormons.com/Alma-30-31-jul-6-12-Come-Follow-Me-Podcast YouTube – https://goo.gl/Pe2LiV Website – […]
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How are Book of Mormon proclamations similar, to modern LDS proclamations? What group of people became conscientious objectors to the Nephite-Lamanite war? What does Alma the Younger wish he could be, that was turned into a modern LDS song? ????Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/alma-23-29-jun-29-jul-5-come-follow-me ⛪Talking to Mormons YouTube – https://goo.gl/Pe2LiV Website – https://TalkingToMormons.com/ Facebook – https://goo.gl/s2vADr Instagram […]
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Are altar calls of the 1800’s reflected in the Book of Mormon? Why couldn’t Ammon marry King Lamoni’s daughter? Are horses and chariots on wheels an anachronism in the Book of Mormon? Does the Book of Mormon teach the Christian concept that God is Spirit, or does it teach the LDS concept that God has […]
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How does the Book of Mormon justify there being many “high priests” of the “high priesthood” when that clearly contradicts what the New Testament teaches? Did Abraham pay tithing of all he possessed to Melchizedek, or tithing of all from the spoils of war? Did LDS Bishops and Stake presidents ever receive a percentage of […]
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Melchizedek-Priesthood Why does the Book of Mormon have its own unique monetary system? Is Jesus Christ also the Eternal Father? Does the Book of Mormon confirm there is only one God? Was the Fall of Adam a blessing? The answer to these questions and more in today’s lesson review. ????Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/alma-8-12-bom-monetary-system-come-follow-me
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What is priestcraft? Who is the second “antichrist” mentioned in the Book of Mormon? Who was president of the country, president of the church, and head of the army – all at the same time? How was “silk” used by the Nephites when it was not present in the pre-Columbian era? How is it even […]
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How should the Church deal with sinners and apostates? Does the Book of Mormon teaching of no paid clergy, apply to current LDS General Authorities? Are there striking parallels between the conversion and ministry of Alma and that of apostle Paul? Does the Book of Mormon offer more options than heaven or hell? ????Script – […]
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When was the word “Mormon” first used in the Book of Mormon text? When was the first baptism mentioned in the Book of Mormon? How is Alma’s baptism and Joseph Smith’s baptism in some ways similar? Why does the name “Mormon” offend God today? Does the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have a […]
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Were Book of Mormon temples used primarily for assemblies rather than for sacred ordinance work? Were grammatical errors present in the 1830 edition of the Book of Mormon? Did a resurrected God with a physical body come down to earth to take on flesh as a man? How important were the Urim and Thummin in […]
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Are there similarities in King Benjamin’s speech and that of 19th century revival meetings? Could Benjamin be teaching an “impossible gospel” concerning sinning, repentance and forgiveness? In appointing priests, was Mosiah II giving those men the Aaronic priesthood? The answer to these questions and more in today’s lesson.
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Were sacrifices and burnt offerings in the Book of Mormon done appropriately according to the Law of Moses? How many different temples were mentioned in the Book of Mormon? What does it mean to receive a new name? How do the Book of Mormon prophets disagree with Joseph Smith when it comes to the nature […]
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Did Joseph Smith end up possessing the sword of Laban as some witnesses say he did? Ever wondered why the Lamanites never kept records to tell their side of the story? Were there specific animals mentioned that were not introduced to the Americas for another thousand years. Is there any archaeological evidence of weapons of war in the New World? Did people speak in tongues previous to the day of Pentecost? We will address these questions and more in today’s study.
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