Introduction to Mormonism: Recent Episodes
Introduction to Mormonism
Listening to "Introduction to Mormonism" is a simple and non-threatening way to learn about the fundamental teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. (Please note: This podcast is NOT produced by the Church.)
F. Burton Howard discusses the visitation of God the Father and Jesus Christ to Joseph Smith.
Jeffrey R. Holland discusses the need for apostles, prophets, and the principle of continuing revelation in the true Church of Jesus Christ.
Dr. John E. Clark talks about archaeological evidences of The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ.
Gary J. Coleman shares his experience growing up as a Christian, and testifies of the Christianity of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Russell M. Nelson explains how the Bible and the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ complement each other.
Gordon B. Hinckley speaks about the rapid church growth since the restoration of the gospel, marvels at some of the singular events of the restoration and the Book of Mormon, and testifies that Joseph Smith is a true prophet of God.
Jeffrey R. Holland addresses the question of whether Mormons are Christians, explaining why Latter-day Saints believe that God the Father, Jesus Christ the Son, and the Holy Ghost are three separate individuals rather than a single incomprehensible being.
M. Russell Ballard shares some intereresting facts about the Church and some basic doctrinal beliefs, explains the Church's emphasis on the family, and describes some of the fruits that result from Mormons faithfully practicing their religion.
Robert D. Hales describes the simple process of gaining a testimony. We can learn the basic steps from Joseph Smith's preparation for the First Vision. Each major event of the Restoration was preceded by prayer. Follow the admonition of Moroni 10:3-5.
Dr. John W. Welch, instructor at Brigham Young University, discusses chiasmus in The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ. Chiasmus is a literary element common in ancient Biblical scripture that also appears throughout the Book of Mormon.
Dr. Daniel C. Peterson, professor of Islamic Studies and Arabic at Brigham Young University, discusses several scholarly findings and strong evidences supporting the authenticity of The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ.
In 2000, the living prophet and apostles issued this declaration about Jesus Christ, testifying to the world "of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice"
In 1995, the living prophet and apostles issued this statement declaring to the world the importance of marriage, children, and the family
The Lord chose eight additional men to whom would be shown the golden plates from which The Book of Mormon was translated. Although three of the eight men eventually left the Church, none of them ever denied what they saw
The Lord chose three respected men to be shown by an angel the golden plates from which The Book of Mormon was translated. Although all three men eventually left the Church, none of them ever denied seeing the angel or that The Book of Mormon was true
The introduction page of The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ briefly explains what the book is, who wrote it, how it came to be translated, that eleven witnesses testified of it, and how you can find out for yourself that it is true
L. Tom Perry declares the message of the restoration, including Joseph Smith's first vision, the coming forth of the Book of Mormon, the restoration of the priesthood, and the formal reestablishment of the Church of Jesus Christ in modern times
Joseph Smith, Jr. tells of the religious excitement in New York in 1820 which led him to ask God which church to join. Joseph explains how he was called to be a prophet, the coming forth of the Book of Mormon, and the restoration of the Aaronic priesthood