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Church Handbook encourages members to read several modern English translations

The leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints leadership have decided to encourage their members to read modern translations of the Bible in addition to the official King James Version (KJV). The change to the “General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints” was announced on December 16,…

Do the Amarna Letters support Alma 7:10?

Alma 7:10 talks about how the Savior would be born “at Jerusalem which is the land of our forefathers.” Obviously, Jesus was not born “at Jerusalem” but rather in Bethlehem. LDS apologists use the Amarna Letters to back the error found in the Book of Mormon. Is this a good argument?

Are Mormonism’s Three Heavenly Kingdoms Biblical?

Mormonism and Christianity teach vastly different things about the afterlife. Are there really three different degrees of glory?

Jonah Barnes: Another LDS Apologist Goes Rogue

Jonah Barnes, a controversial figure in Latter-day Saint apologetics, has sparked growing controversy with his recent claims. Increasingly, voices within the LDS community are questioning his credibility.

Questions To Ask When Reading the Book of Mormon

Ask these questions as you read the Book of Mormon with discerning eyes. Examine its origins, influences, revisions, Joseph Smith’s world, and how each chapter compares or contrasts with modern Mormonism.

Dallin H. Oaks named the 18th President of LDS Church

Dallin H. Oaks, 93, who served since 2018 as the First Counselor of the First Presidency, has been named the 18th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He takes over for 17th President Russell M. Nelson who passed away at the age of 101. “I accept with humility the responsibility that…

Chart for November 2025 Mormonism Researched newsletter

In the November 2025 Mormonism Researched, Eric Johnson makes reference to this chart describing the sources used by general authorities in the April 2025 General Conference.

Struggling With A Loss of Faith?

Struggling in the aftermath of religious betrayal? We hope to offer some understanding and direction.

When the Doorbell Rings: Talking to Mormon Missionaries

These encounters are evangelistic opportunities and not something to be dreaded. Christians can have positive conversations that leave the young men or women with something to think about.

Should a Christian Date a Mormon?

The Christian and LDS faiths are fundamentally incompatible. Unequally yoked relationships lead to spiritual and relational turmoil.

Mormonism and Christianity: What’s the Difference?

Christianity believes in one eternal God and salvation through grace alone, while Mormonism teaches of multiple gods and exaltation through worthiness.

Christmas Books Teachings of Lorenzo Snow Part 1 – Viewpoint on Mormonism

For several decades, the LDS First Presidency gave away copies of books written by general authorities as Christmas presents. These books were produced in leather bindings and gilded pages. For the next three days, MRM's Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson will take a closer look at the book Teachings of Lorenzo Snow that featured the fifth president's writings and talks.

Christmas Books Teachings of Lorenzo Snow Part 1 – Viewpoint on Mormonism

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