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The REAL Story of the Mormon Church

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Sept 4, 2026

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This is Good Video. Lengthy but well researched and very informative about the history of Mormonism!

6,373,629 views Aug 9, 2023

Understanding the roots of the Latter-day Saints. Joseph Smith grew from a treasure hunting farm kid in Upstate New York, to the prophet and founder of the LDS Church. This is a story of American expansion, persecution, and a gifted storyteller.

About: Johnny Harris is an Emmy-winning independent journalist and contributor to the New York Times. Based in Washington, DC, Harris reports on interesting trends and stories domestically and around the globe, publishing to his audience of over 3.5 million on Youtube. Harris produced and hosted the twice Emmy-nominated series Borders for Vox Media. His visual style blends motion graphics with cinematic videography to create content that explains complex issues in relatable ways.

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The Great Escape: Unveiling Every Rapture in Biblical History and Prophecy

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Sept 3, 2026

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Commentary by Don: Besides theological arguments on Mormonism and the Watchtower, I think it is also proper to keep people informed on the Rapture.

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Did You Know Mormons Believe THIS About Jesus?

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Sept 3, 2026

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162,959 views Jul 9, 2025

Is believing Jesus is God really that important? Frank shows why this is the very heart of Christianity and how Mormons miss the mark.

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The Book of Mormon Condemns the Mormon Church

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Sept 1, 2026

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The Gold Plates: Is Joseph Smith's Story Possible?

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Aug 30, 2026

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119,764 views Sep 16, 2021 The GLM Podcast

Bill McKeever of Mormonism Research Ministry (MRM.org) talks about the problem with the story of Joseph Smith and the Gold Plates that contained the Book of Mormon. In many ways, the Book of Mormon is the cornerstone of the LDS Church. Joseph Smith began the Restoration with the Book of Mormon, and Moroni's entrusting Joseph with the Gold Plates sparked the Latter-day Saint movement. But is the story of the Gold Plates even plausible? The problem of the Gold Plates is not just a problem of misunderstanding Joseph Smith's history. If the story is false, there are two possibilities: (1) Joseph Smith made up the story, and that's why he had the plates covered in front of other people, or (2) Joseph Smith exaggerated the details to make the story seem more dramatic. Both of these are significant issues! If Joseph Smith is a prophet of God, the Prophet of the Restoration of Christ's Church, then even having him blur some of the details would be a significant issue! Yet, the story (as it currently stands) seems impossible to be true.

As Christians, we don't need to wonder if our prophet makes mistakes. Our living prophet is Jesus, the Lord and Savior of all those who believe. Joseph Smith (and the other LDS Prophets) are far more problematic. They disagree, change their minds, and teach conflicting doctrines. The story of the Gold Plates is just one additional proof—Joseph Smith was a false prophet. Jesus warned about such people. Reject Joseph Smith, and turn in faith to Jesus—the true "living prophet."

Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says, “Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion, on the day of testing in the wilderness, where your fathers put me to the test and saw my works for forty years. Therefore I was provoked with that generation, and said, ‘They always go astray in their heart; they have not known my ways.’ As I swore in my wrath, ‘They shall not enter my rest.’” (Hebrews 3:7-11)

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The Biggest Problems With The Book of Mormon

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Aug 30, 2026

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20,552 views Feb 8, 2025 Mormonism

Does history support the Book of Mormon? It's considered Scripture by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and purports to be a true story about the inhabitants of ancient America called the Nephites and the Laminates. In this video, we'll examine the truth claims of the Book of Mormon using evidence from history, archaeology, DNA studies, and the Bible itself.

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For an excellent documentary detailing many of the points in this video, see below

• The Bible vs. the Book of Mormon

For a documentary focusing on the DNA issues, see below

• DNA vs. The Book of Mormon

To hear from an ex-Mormon who does a great job of explaining some of these issues, see below

• From Mormonism to Christianity

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This One Sermon Might Prove That Joseph Smith Was A Fraud

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Aug 30, 2026

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71,849 views Apr 11, 2025 The GLM Podcast

The King Follett Discourse: Can one sermon make or break Joseph Smith’s prophetic claims? The King Follett Sermon (KFD) was Joseph Smith’s final General Conference talk, and his most famous and controversial sermon of all time. He preached it at the LDS General Conference to provide comfort to grieving members, make bold declarations about God’s nature, and instruct people on man's essential nature. But what most people don't realize? He staked his own authenticity as a prophet on its truthfulness.

Discover how Smith’s statements about God once being a man, children reigning as eternal children, and humanity’s divine potential sparked centuries of debate among Latter-day Saints and Christian critics alike. We’ll explore how LDS leaders have interpreted (and sometimes modified) the discourse, confront the controversies surrounding Smith’s teachings, and ask: If these doctrines are false, what does that mean for Joseph Smith himself?

If you're curious to learn more about the LDS Church's reception of the King Follett Discourse, it's history, controversies, and textual notes - check out William V. Smith's book - "The King Follett Sermon: A Biography".

If you want to learn more about the KFD, check out this article by Mormonism Research Ministry: http://mrm.org/kfd

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What you knew about Heaven and Hell is False. Hear the revealed truth here!

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Aug 29, 2026

Source: YouTube

Truth revealed? According to church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints... Read the you Bible if you are really looking for the Truth...

Samuel Bateman has now been sentenced to an additional 24 years in prison!

Samuel Bateman sentenced to an additional 24 years in prison!

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Aug 27, 2026

Source: ABC News 4

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Polygamous sect leader gets 24 years in prison for child abuse after girls found in trailer!

by: JACQUES BILLAUD, Associated Press | Posted: Aug 25, 2026 / 07:24 PM MDT | Updated: Aug 25, 2026 / 07:26 PM MDT

PHOENIX (AP) — A polygamous sect leader already serving a 50-year federal sentence for orchestrating sex involving children was given another 24 years in prison Tuesday on separate state convictions for child abuse for hauling girls in an unventilated trailer in Arizona.

Samuel Bateman, 50, was convicted of three child abuse counts stemming from an August 2022 traffic stop in Flagstaff that led to the discovery of three girls, ages 11 to 14, in the trailer. It had a makeshift toilet, sofa and camping chairs and lacked air conditioning and seat belts. Someone tipped off authorities about the trailer after seeing small fingers reaching through gaps in the doors.

Bateman’s small group was an offshoot of the polygamous sect once led by Warren Jeffs. Bateman is currently serving 50 years in federal prison for coercing girls as young as 9 to submit to sex acts with him and other adults and for scheming to kidnap girls from protective custody — the story of which is the focus of the Netflix series, “Trust Me: The False Prophet.”

Citing an “insane danger” to the girls in the trailer, among other factors, Judge Joshua Steinlage ordered Bateman to serve the state sentence after completing the 50-year federal sentence.Citing an “insane danger” to the girls in the trailer, among other factors, Judge Joshua Steinlage ordered Bateman to serve the state sentence after completing the 50-year federal sentence.

“I love these dear people with all my heart, and I had no intention in the entire world to harm them,” said Bateman, who represented himself in the case and didn’t make a plea for leniency during his sentencing hearing.

Victims urged the judge to reject Bateman’s claims that he didn’t mean to harm anyone.

One victim who was in the trailer when Bateman was pulled over described the psychological pain she suffered. The victim, who was then 14, said Bateman took advantage of her sexually when she was 12. She said she has had to undergo therapy to recover from “things that should have never happened to me as a child.”

“He stole my childhood,” she said...

‘He got what he deserved’: ‘Trust Me: The False Prophet’ star reacts to polygamous sect leader’s additional 24-year sentencing

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The Jehovah's Witness Birthday Ban Is Dying

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Aug 26, 2026

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JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES: GOVERNING BODY Announces BIG Changes to Kingdom Hall Meetings

What’s Next?

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Aug 26, 2026

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10,909 views Aug 21, 2026

Jehovah’s Witnesses and Kingdom Hall meetings may be entering a new era. What is the Governing Body changing, and what could these changes mean for Jehovah’s Witnesses in the future? In this video, we examine the latest developments involving Jehovah’s Witnesses, the Governing Body, Kingdom Hall meetings, congregation arrangements, and changes affecting local congregations.

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Salt Lake Temple tour reservations open Sept. 1

SALT LAKE CITY (KIFI) — Those wanting to get an inside look at the renovated Salt Lake Temple

can make reservations beginning Sept. 1, 2026.

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Aug 24, 2026

Source: News Break - KIFI Local News 8

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that people can begin making reservations for the open house scheduled to begin on April 5, 2027 and runs through October 1, 2027.

The six-month celebration marks the temple's reopening and will welcome visitors in person and through online virtual experiences. Alongside temple tours, guests can participate in exhibits, performances and activities across Temple Square.

For Latter-day Saints, temples serve as sacred houses of worship where members make religious promises and perform ceremonies, distinct from local meetinghouses used for weekly Sunday services.

Individual guests may reserve up to six tickets starting Sept. 1 at 11 a.m. MDT through TempleSquare.org and the Temple Square app. Groups seeking tickets for larger parties, such as family reunions, church groups or community organisations, can submit a formal reservation request. Church officials noted that additional tickets will be made available through future releases if initial dates or times sell out.

Tour times during the six-month celebration are scheduled from 8:40 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 8 p.m. on Sundays. The venue will provide accessibility accommodations, including language support, assistive listening options and services for guests with mobility, vision, hearing and other needs.

Reservations are required for the open house tours but are not necessary to attend the broader Salt Lake Temple Celebration. Individual guests may access and participate in many of the exhibits, performances and activities on Temple Square without making a prior reservation.

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For Latter-day Saints, the retention decline is more than a people problem!

For decades, the church’s growth was viewed as another proof of its truth claims. Leaders and members are now grappling with the meaning of the current slowdown.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Attendees stand at the start of a General Conference session in 2025.

Latter-day Saint retention has emerged as an issue in the global faith in the wake of recent research.

Story submitted by: Don McAreavy

Aug 21, 2026

Source: Salt Lake Tribune

By Tamarra Kemsley | Aug. 18, 2026, 6:00 a.m. | Updated: 7:52 a.m.

In a video clip that has ricocheted across social media about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a retired high-level leader chastises fellow members considering departing the faith, admonishing, “Darth Vader could be your bishop,” he states, “the culture could be like Alcatraz, and it will not drive you away.”

Lawrence Corbridge, who served as a general authority Seventy from 2008 to 2019, doesn’t stop there.

“Some claim church culture is driving people away,” he continues. “The members feel unseen, disconnected, empty and the solution they say is a transformation to a more open, inclusive, transparent, loving and tolerant culture wherein more people can comfortably gather.”

But that, he argues, misses the point entirely.

“The ultimate question is not, ‘Do I fit in?’” he explains in the video, part of a series produced by the independent advocacy organization Scripture Central. “The ultimate question is: Is the church true?”

If the answer is yes, he concludes, tears brimming in his eyes, “then you will stay — come what may.”

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Commentary By Don: Such quotes as "Darth Vader could be your bishop" and "Feel good about the enterprise" make this worth reading.

The Mormon Church is losing people because its focus is the "enterprise" not Jesus.

Former Mormons Share Their Powerful Stories of Leaving the LDS Church

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Aug 21, 2026

Source: YouTube

2,243 views Premiered Aug 18, 2026

Leaving a high-demand religion is rarely easy. For many former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the journey out involves questioning deeply held beliefs, rebuilding identity, and navigating the challenges of starting over.

In this video, you'll hear highlights from former Mormons as they reflect on their lives inside the LDS Church, what led them to question their faith, and what ultimately inspired them to leave. These personal stories explore doubt, discovery, loss, healing, and the search for authenticity.

Whether you're currently questioning Mormonism, have already left, or simply want to better understand the experiences of former members, these firsthand accounts offer insight into one of life's most significant transitions.

*In this video:*

Why people remained committed to the LDS Church
The questions and experiences that changed everything
The emotional challenges of leaving a high-demand religion
Life after Mormonism and rebuilding identity
Inspiring stories of resilience, hope, and personal growth

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The Truth About the $293 Billion Mormon Fund

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Aug 17, 2026

Source: YouTube

2,052 views Jul 15, 2026

How did the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) build an estimated $293 billion financial empire? In this documentary, we uncover the truth behind Mormon Church wealth, Ensign Peak Advisors, LDS Church investments, and one of the most controversial religious investment funds in modern history.

We explore the origins of the Mormon Church through Joseph Smith, the First Vision, the Angel Moroni, the Book of Mormon, the Restoration of the Gospel, Prophets, Revelation, Priesthood Authority, Temples, the Migration to Utah, Early Pioneers, Persecution, the Doctrine and Covenants, and Zion. We also examine how Mormon tithing, LDS Church money, Mormon donations, LDS Church assets, Mormon financial holdings, Mormon investment portfolio, Mormon economy, and decades of long-term investing helped shape one of the wealthiest religious organizations in the world.

This documentary answers: • How rich is the Mormon Church? • How much money does the LDS Church have? • What is the Mormon Church $100 billion fund? • What is Ensign Peak Advisors? • How does the LDS Church invest its money? • What is the truth behind the estimated $293 billion Mormon fund? • Why has Mormon Church wealth become so controversial?

Whether you're interested in finance, investing, hidden wealth, religion, or investigative documentaries, this video reveals the facts behind one of the largest religious fortunes ever assembled.

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Testing Spirits Biblically | Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, & Occult

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Aug 16 2026

Source: YouTube

2,480 views Jul 25, 2025 Mormonism

What does 1 John 4 teach us about testing spirits and recognising the true Jesus? In this video, we'll compare the Biblical Jesus with the versions of Jesus found in Mormonism (LDS Church), Islam, Jehovah's Witnesses, and the Occult, exposing key doctrinal differences and false spirits. Does the spirit truly confess Jesus Christ as presented in the Bible? Does it align with the Biblical Gospel? Find out how to recognize false prophets and stay grounded in Biblical truth.

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What it means to "test the spirits" (1 John 4:1-6)
The identity of the Biblical Jesus
Contrasts between Christianity and LDS/Mormon doctrine
Occult influences and deceptive spirits Why discernment matters in the last days

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99.73% of Jehovah's Witnesses Aren't Really JWs

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Aug 16 2026

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LDS - Brussels Belgium Temple

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Aug 15 2026

Sources: LDS News - Brussels Times

Commentary by Don: The Mormons are building a temple to replace an existing building in Brussels Belgium. This temple will include a baptismal font for baptisms for the dead, and sealing rooms, the masonic curtain, and everything else that is contained in other temples around the world. It would not a big thing for the Mormons to do the same with the BYU Extension on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem.

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Why Mormon Temples ARE Not Biblical!

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Aug 15 2026

Source: Mormonism Research Ministry

A very Lengthy Article but well worth the read!

10 Reasons why the Multiple LDS Temples Have Nothing to do with the Biblical Temple in Jerusalem - August 10, 2020 — Eric Johnson

For an overview of the Mormon view of the temple, go to Crash Course Mormonism: Temples

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Also a very Informative Video on the subject form our friend at 'God Loves Mormons' GLM YouTube channel

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Where Jehovah's Witnesses Beliefs Really Come From!

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Aug 12, 2026

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23,289 views Premiered Aug 9, 2026

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Aug 10, 2026

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18,149 views Oct 31, 2024 Jehovah's Witnesses

Christians believe that when we die, our souls go to be with God in Heaven. However, Jehovah's Witnesses believe that when we die, we simply cease to exist and are totally unconscious until the Resurrection. In this video, we'll explore arguments on both sides and see why the Watchtower's theology is not only un-biblical, but ultimately hopeless as well. This should open the door for Christians to share the true hope of the Gospel and help lead Jehovah's Witnesses to the true Jesus.

For many of my points in this video, I'm indebted to an excellent book by Ron Rhodes called, "Reasoning from the Scriptures With the Jehovah's Witnesses"

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Aug 4, 2026

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Understanding the I never knew you meaning is essential for anyone questioning the depth of their walk with God. Learn why miracles alone are not proof of a true connection.

This discussion examines the challenging words attributed to Jesus in scripture. It addresses the difficult reality that performing works or claiming divine authority does not guarantee a genuine relationship with God. This content is for those who want to move beyond surface-level faith and understand the specific requirements for being truly known by the Creator.

We break down the distinction between religious activity and authentic biblical obedience. By looking closely at the context of this warning, you will gain clarity on what it actually means to follow Jesus. This is a call to self-reflection for anyone who prioritises spiritual performance over a personal connection with Him.

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Proving the Deity of Christ in The New World Translation

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Aug 3, 2026

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36,802 views Aug 16, 2024 - Jehovah's Witnesses

Christians believe that Jesus Christ is God in the flesh, the second Person of the Trinity, but Jehovah's Witnesses believe he is just the Archangel Michael. Many of the verses used to support the Deity of Christ have been altered in their Bible, the New World Translation. However, some verses have remained the same. In this video, we will examine several passages of Scripture that teach the full Divinity of Christ, even in the New World Translation.

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• Jehovah's Witnesses and the Trinity

• How To Witness To a Jehovah’s Witness

• A Genius Strategy to Witness to a Jehovah'...

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After Hours of Debating Jehovah’s Witnesses I Realised THIS!!!

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Aug 2, 2026

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9,229 views Jun 9, 2026

Jehovah's Witnesses claim that Jesus is Jehovah's first creation and is his "agent" of creation through whom all things were made.

The problem with this view is that a finite creature ( =created being) would first need a finite realm to exist in. I lay this problem out in a simplified way in this video. Whether you're a current JW, an ex-JW, or just curious about the New World Translation, this video will give you a closer look at one of the most debated topics surrounding Jehovah's Witnesses.

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🔍 Topics covered: Jehovah's Witnesses, New World Translation, NWT Bible, Watchtower, JW.org, Governing Body, Bible translation, Greek interlinear, exJW, PIMO, Christian apologetics.

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