Mormon Discussion Podcast

Part 1 of my interview with Chris Reeve.  Chris is a friend of mine who used to live in my ward and served with me in Leadership Callings.  I always appreciated his intellect and way of seeing things from a different vantage point then me.  We discuss his faith, inoculation against troublesome material, and how spiritual experiences have rooted him in his sure foundation of faith   The post 0...

Part 2 of my interview with Chris Reeve.  Chris is a friend of mine who used to live in my ward and served with me in Leadership Callings.  I always appreciated his intellect and way of seeing things from a different vantage point then me.  We discuss his faith, inoculation against troublesome material, and how spiritual experiences have rooted him in his sure foundation of faith The post 024: Chr...

John Montgomery is a faithful LDS who encountered ridicule and persecution as a teenager and young adult causing him to spend some time out of the Church. He tells his spending time in other churches, encounter with Hugh Nibley and FARMS, defending his faith, and his return to church with a greater appreciation for Faith. Terryl Givens – Lightning out of Heaven – http://speeches.byu.ed...

This much we know – Martin Harris was sent by Joseph Smith to visit the learned in New York with a Transcript in hand. One of those individuals he met with was professor Charles Anthon. The transcript which allegedly contained “reformed egyptian” straight off the metal plates from the Mormon “Golden Bible” along with a proposed translation. This is where the stories s...

  The word FAITH written in vintage wooden letterpress type What is FAITH? How does it relate to Knowledge? Is FAITH a choice? Why should it be a choice? Do we have to KNOW the gospel is true or is there value in just HOPING and ACTING enough? Is it more esteemed to have FAITH or KNOWLEDGE? Is DOUBT part of FAITH? How can we become more comfortable with FAITH and HOPE when so many other seem...

This episode begins by discussing where the podcast is and some of the neat things that have occurred. We conclude by sharing remarks by Richard Bushman.  The following is Richard Bushman’s introduction paper to the 2008 summer seminar, “Joseph Smith and His Critics,” given July 29, 2008.For me he gets at the heart of it!!!!! http://www.lifeongoldplates.com/2008/08/bushmans-introduction-to-j...

This podcast is for all leaders of the church to better grasp why faith crisis occurs and how they can be helpful. It’s a crash course on what you are dealing with and why Faith Crisis is not always a bad thing. The post 016: Faith Crisis Training for Church Leaders appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel .

MormonDiscussion interviews Brittney Hartley. She discusses her faith journey which took her out of the church and then back in. She also discusses several topics important to the sisters of the church offering a better framework to support the sisters in their their faith and with the issues that concern them. To reach Brittney Hartley – brittneylhartley@gmail.comRobert Millet “Within...

Part 2   MormonDiscussion interviews Brittney Hartley. She discusses her faith journey which took her out of the church and then back in. She also discusses several topics important to the sisters of the church offering a better framework to support the sisters in their their faith and with the issues that concern them. To reach Brittney Hartley – brittneylhartley@gmail.com Robert Millet &#8...

We each deal with critical information about the church and how these issues cause us to struggle. Some of us find difficulty with the issues and others find the problem is with our assumptions and expectations. This podcast deals with those assumptions and expectations…….. enjoy The post 013: False Assumptions and Expectations appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel .

Critics like to inform members of the LDS Church that Joseph had multiple accounts of his First Vision and that they contradict each other. They go so far as to say this is evidence that Joseph’s view of the Godhead was an evolving view. There are numerous Apologetic sites to explain the differences and why they are there but this podcast addresses what are the other Accounts and where do th...

Brian Whitney is a moderator at the New Order Mormon web site – http://www.newordermormon.org/Brian also is currently working at the LDS Church History Department. Our interview covers Brian’s early life, discovering the LDS Church, and his own personal Faith Crisis journey. While every Faith journey is different, there are common themes that begin to surface through Brian’s tell...

Brian Whitney is a moderator at the New Order Mormon web site – http://www.newordermormon.org/Brian also is currently working at the LDS Church History Department. Our interview covers Brian’s early life, discovering the LDS Church, and his own personal Faith Crisis journey. While every Faith journey is different, there are common themes that begin to surface through Brian’s tell...

Have you received him?  There’s more to it then hands on your head! Might you consider the following talks as you go through this podcast and study what it takes to truly receive the Gift of the Holy Ghost. Elder Bednar -“Ye Must Be Born Again” – http://www.lds.org/general-conference/2007/04/ye-must-be-born-again?lang=eng&query=born+again+(name%3a%22David+A.+Bednar%22)...

Have you ever been taught in the church that – the Earth was 6,000 years old? – All native Americans are Lamanites? – Evolution is absolutely false Have you discovered some comments by leaders that are racist and offensive? Have you ever heard a crazy opinion from a leader that you disagreed with? Many of us have and as we in our mind define the Church, many of us make the mistak...

This Episode is based on Elder Hollands Recent Conference Talk “The First Great Commandment”. Elder Holland made a great observation, which as I consider the story is very likely. In his talk he makes mention of “Cafeteria Mormon”, Faith Crisis, Loyalty to God and his Gospel. I tried to give Elder Holland’s talk some background by including a Story from Dale Sturm&#82...

Grace – One of the most important principles in the Doctrine of Christ is so often misunderstood in LDS circles.  Many feel Grace is only a last minute booster that assist us once we have done all we can do.  Is that really what the church teaches?  This episode is spent giving a synopsis of the 4 part Doctrine of Christ episodes. Grace is my favorite topic to discuss within the church but i...

In this final episode we focus on Ordinances, Good Works, and a conclusion.    I hope you enjoyed.  Please email me at reelmormon@gmail.com if you have an interest in a episode Topic you want to see discussed and also if you would like to do an interview. Thank you and God Bless The post 005: Doctrine of Christ Pt. 4 appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel .

In this episode we focus on Grace, Mercy and their role in Justification and Sactification.  This discussion leads us into the following podcast on Ordinances Good Works. Resources to help one study these topics Brad Wilcox “His Grace is Suffcient” –  http://speeches.byu.edu/?act=viewitem&id=1966 Gerald Lund “Salvation By Grace or Works” –  http://www.lds.or...

This episode of Mormon Discussion shares with you short snippets from some of the best talks in the church. The snippets used are the stories and parables that have touched me and I hope after listening you might take time to check out their talks to see these stories in their context. My podcast in non-profit and these talks are copyrighted so please do not violate that copyright. Stephen Robinso...

In this episode we focus on Weakness and Humility and then go into Faith. This discussion leads us into the following podcast on Grace, Repentance, and Mercy. Please email us at reelmormon@gmail.com to notify us of possible topics that interest you or if your interested in an interview. The post 002: Doctrine of Christ Pt. 2 appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel .

In this episode we focus on the Laws and rules that God gives us and then the Law of the Gospel and how these two differ. This discussion leads us into the following podcast on Weakness and Humility. Please email us at reelmormon@gmail.com to notify us of possible topics that interest you or if your interested in an interview. The post 001: Doctrine of Christ Pt. 1 appeared first on Mormon Discuss...