Sunday Musings

Is it worth forgiving and forgetting what happened in one of the greatest events of mass psychosis?

The prophet Joseph once prophecied that one day only Latter-day Saint women would be willing to bear children. Or… did he?

Recent survey data shows how reluctant Latter-day Saints are to have social and political issues discussed in church.

Numerous examples exist of church decisions being made out of concern for the institution\'s image. What can we learn from what scripture says about focusing on outward appearance rather than what is right?

Covenant Path? Think Celestial? How about Ponderize? These and more catchphrases ebb and flow with popularity. But how frequently are they used, and why?

We worship a Jesus who is loving and peaceful, and who wants us to be united. How do we reconcile this with what He himself said regarding the divisiveness His gospel would create?

The Church ditched the Boy Scouts of America and introduced a new youth program based on goal-setting and enriching activities. But is it working?

Frequently cited statements that are claimed to have been spoken by Joseph Smith are published in Church manuals, taught by Church leaders, and shared by Church members. But are they all accurate?

There's a wide discrepancy between the number of of people who say they are regular church-goers, and what some new data reveals is actually true.

The Book of Mormon's second most important purpose receives hardly any attention in our lesson manual this week. Any guesses as to why?

Can we actually be "in the world but not of the world"? How do we flee Babylon if we're not physically separating like in ancient times?

Throughout scripture, God called out the righteous from among the wicked before a destruction. Does this set a pattern that will repeat today?

If the second president of the restored Church introduced several false teachings, what does that mean for the Church today?

Why have each of the major doctrinal innovations advanced by the Church's second president been rejected?

The scriptures are clear that God's people repeatedly abandon the faith while deluding themselves into thinking they are righteous. Why do we think we're immune from this trend?

Shortly before being murdered, Joseph Smith spoke twice on the topic of multiple Gods, sharing provocative teachings that angered his fiercest critics. Do these doctrines still stand?

A small group of left-leaning Latter-day Saints are making the case that our faith requires not supporting Trump. Are they wrong?

The scriptures say that casting out evil spirits will be a sign of Christ's believers. Is it happening today, or do we prefer to ignore the topic?

Since Joseph Smith founded The Church of Christ, it has seen a number of breakoffs, including some in modern days as well. Why are there so many different denominations within the Mormon umbrella?

Do Latter-day Saints draw near to the principles of the Constitution while their hearts are far from them?

Amid a loneliness epidemic and a decrease in social connection, could church cultural halls be turned into community centers to repair social fabric and bring people together?

When one's eternal salvation hinges on the unique personality, biases, and leadership style of a local leader, for some this becomes a costly game of leadership roulette. Can the system be improved?

Mormon portrays Captain Moroni as a near-perfect man, but did all of Moroni's military actions have divine sanction?

The notorious Skull and Bones order originated at Yale and exists in only one other location: the University of Utah, where President Nelson graduated. Was he a member, and what implications does this have?

The Angel Moroni is missing from all recent LDS temples being constructed. In this musing, Connor shares the history and trends and explores why the change was made to remove Moroni.