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Episode 4 of Changes explores the Mormon doctrine of dispensations, apostasy, and restoration in this episode. We examine how God reveals his plan through chosen messengers in distinct time periods, from Adam to Joseph Smith, and how each dispensation carries the same core message about Christ. We discuss the concept of the Great Apostasy following Christ's original apostles and the subsequent restoration through Joseph Smith. We also explore evolving interpretations of these doctrines and their implications for understanding God's ongoing relationship with humanity. 

Sources

• Essay_The Morming Breaks_BYU RSC
• Essay_The Preparation of Prophets_BYU RSC
• Essay_Joseph Smith Among the Prophets_BYU RSC
• Essay_Prophets and Apostasy
• Essay_A Pattern for All_Bateman_LDS Gen Conf
• Essay_Reflection of Apostasy and Restoration_BYU RSC
• Essay_The Great Apostasy_Mormon Resarch Ministry
• Podcast: Reconsidering the Great Apostacy_BYU Maxwell Inst
• Essay_Mormonism as Restoration_BYU RSC

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Explore the Mormon doctrine of dispensations, apostacy, and miraculous restoration of God's one true church. Discuss the role of prophets as God's chosen messenger for each dispensation. Discuss the role of scripture, revelation, priesthood ordinances, and the Holy Ghost. Is the apo

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