In this video, Zach Larson from Living Words Press breaks down one of the most persistent and controversial narratives surrounding the Book of Mormon: the claim that Joseph Smith translated the record using a seer stone in a hat. Drawing from scripture, eyewitness testimony, and official church statements, Zach presents four compelling proofs that challenge this popular theory—and offers a powerful testimony of what he believes actually happened during the translation process.🔎 Topics Covered:What did the Church really teach for over 100 years about the translation?Do the testimonies of scribes like Emma Smith, Martin Harris, and Oliver Cowdery actually agree?What does God Himself say about the translation method?Why the physical gold plates matter—and what their purpose says about God’s character.The difference between translation and revelation in Latter-day Saint doctrine.🔗 Explore More:📖 Read the full article: https://livingwordspress.substack.com/p/the-biggest-myth-about-the-translation📘 Zach’s latest novel: God Save the Children – a clean, Christian-friendly fantasy💌 Subscribe to the newsletter for more deep dives on faith, writing, and clean storytelling.👍 Like, comment, and subscribe if this helped you think deeper about the Book of Mormon or challenged what you thought you knew.#BookOfMormon #JosephSmith #UrimAndThummim #LDS #MormonMyths #Restoration #ChristianApologetics #LivingWordsPress #FaithAndReason

Looking for books that are gripping, well-written, and free of excessive profanity or graphic content? In this video, I share a handpicked list of clean reads for adult readers—stories that entertain without relying on shock value. From timeless classics to modern fantasy, these books are safe, engaging, and perfect for your TBR pile.📚 Books Mentioned:The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre DumasTress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon SandersonTo Kill a Mockingbird by Harper LeeThe Hobbit & The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. TolkienKillers of the Flower Moon by David Grann (Young Reader Edition)Whether you're a fellow Christian, a fantasy lover, or just tired of sorting through books with unnecessary content, this list is for you.👉 Looking for more clean reads and Christian-friendly fiction?Subscribe to my newsletter: https://livingwordspress.substack.com/#CleanReads #BookRecommendations #ChristianBooks #SafeBooks #WholesomeReads #LivingWordsPress

For nearly 15 years, I have been captivated by the fantasy worlds of Brandon Sanderson. His books shaped my love for storytelling, magic systems, and the art of writing. As a fellow member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I admired him—not just as a writer but as a figure who represented faith-driven creativity on a grand scale. But now, everything has changed.With the release of Wind and Truth, Sanderson has taken a public stance in full support of LGBTQ+ activism, not only in his personal statements but also in his storytelling. This shift has led me to reevaluate everything I once admired about him. What does this mean for his legacy, for faithful readers, and for the future of clean storytelling?In this video, I break down Sanderson’s public statements, the agenda creeping into his books, and why his fall as an icon has reignited my own passion for writing. If you’ve been a fan of Sanderson—or even if you’ve never heard of him before—you won’t want to miss this discussion.🔔 Subscribe to Living Words Press for more deep dives into faith, fiction, and storytelling.📖 Read the full post on Substack: https://livingwordspress.substack.com/p/brandon-sanderson-let-me-down?r=6c2be #BrandonSanderson #WindAndTruth #FaithAndFiction #ChristianFantasy #LDS #WritingCommunity #BookDiscussion

In this deep philosophical and scientific discussion, we explore the nature of chaos, order, and the origins of the universe. Can mindless disorder spontaneously generate the laws of physics? Or does the presence of structure and mathematical precision in the cosmos point to an intelligent Creator? We dive into self-organization, the fine-tuning argument, and the principle of sufficient reason to challenge the idea that the universe "just is." Join us as we question whether chaos alone can give rise to order—or if a greater intelligence is behind it all.#Philosophy #Science #God #OrderFromChaos #Physics #Faith #CosmologyFind the full text on the Living Words Press Substack: https://livingwordspress.substack.com...Find more about Zach Larson or Living Words Press at www.livingwordspress.com

I am changing the format of the podcast... again. In this episode, I intro myself and my plans for the Living Words Press Podcast/ YouTube channel moving forward.

Let’s Talk Magic is a Living Words Podcast. Find out more about the show, my books, and how to support my author journey at https://livingwordspress.weebly.com/. When you get there, don’t forget to click ‘join the community’ and sign up for the LWP newsletter and stay in the know!

I hope you enjoyed the show, and thanks for listening.

Buy my book.

If you want to support my efforts by purchasing my book, Pages, you can find it here: https://books2read.com/u/m2eY76.

Let’s Talk Magic is a Living Words Podcast. Find out more about the show, my books, and how to support my author journey at https://livingwordspress.weebly.com/. When you get there, don’t forget to click ‘join the community’ and sign up for the LWP newsletter and stay in the know!

I hope you enjoyed the show, and thanks for listening.

If you want to support my efforts and purchase my book, Pages, you can find it here: https://books2read.com/u/m2eY76.

Let’s Talk Magic is a Living Words Podcast. Find out more about the show, my books, and how to support my author journey at https://livingwordspress.weebly.com/. When you get there, don’t forget to click ‘join the community’ and sign up for the LWP newsletter and stay in the know!

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We are going to talk about Bruno and my one change fix for Encanto.

Let’s Talk Magic is a Living Words Podcast. Find out more about the show, my books, and how to support my author journey at https://livingwordspress.weebly.com/. When you get there, don’t forget to click ‘join the community’ and sign up for the LWP newsletter and stay in the know!

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No normal, everyday superpowers here. In this episode, we explore superpowers but with a twist! (Yes, they are a magic system.)

Let’s Talk Magic is a Living Words Podcast. Find out more about the show, my books, and how to support my author journey at https://livingwordspress.weebly.com/. When you get there, don’t forget to click ‘join the community’ and sign up for the LWP newsletter and stay in the know!

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