Thoughtful Reflections on Faith and Life
I just finished teaching a course on Contemporary Religious Movements at Tyndale University College. One of the things that I enjoyed about the course was seeing the connections between the different groups. We focused on groups that developed during the 19th and early 20th centuries. What was interesting was that there were two basic types … Read More “2 Types of Sect Leaders” »
I always prefer hearing directly from people what they believe about God rather than just a summary by a critic. So, how do Mormons and Christians compare when it comes to an understanding of God? We both use the term “Godhead” but don’t necessarily use it in the same way. Historical Christianity has understood the … Read More “Joseph Smith, Mormons and the Godhead” »
What are the Doctrines and Covenants? The D&C is a book that is considered scripture by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and the Community of Christ. A large portion of this book are writings that Joseph Smith, Jr. claimed that he received by prophecy. If you are looking for theological insight … Read More “Doctrines and Covenants” »
I am starting a series on the beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I am going through their beliefs as stated on their official web page. The first part deals with their understanding of the Restoration of Truth. At first glance, there is a fair bit that most Christians would … Read More “Mormons and the “Restoration of Truth”” »
