Joseph Smith's main focus was not the restoration of a church, it was the redemption of Israel and the establishment of Zion. Simply trying to get to heaven is short changing everyone. Here is a parable that speaks to that...

The reason God's people are to keep the commandments has changed over the centuries. This was based on false ideas that go back to 400 AD. So, what is the real reason? Its just love.

What did Joseph Smith teach about the afterlife? That's a hard question because it evolved as he had more light and knowledge.

Doubts can be uncomfortable. They can also lead to greater knowledge and understanding. Use those doubts to build faith and trust in God.

There are several models for the location of the Nephite story. What are the evidences?

Come Follow Me summer addition: Sections 51 and 52, given to the Saints leaving for Missouri. What were their specific challenges?

Are you a "handbook" person or a "mercy" person? Iron Rod or Liahona Saint? Staying balanced is hard!! ...but doable!

New and accurate information is available from Richard Turley and Barbara Jones Brown. Lets examine what they found.

Two powerful stories arise out of the Utah War: Thomas Kane's rescue and the Mountain Meadows Massacre. Both shaped the church in powerful ways.

The 1978 Revelation restoring blacks to the priesthood was an amazing process by Spencer W. KImball. The steps behind the scenes are even more so.