Doctrinal Confidence in the Teachings of the Church

When it comes to determining what is and what is not reliable doctrine, opinions can differ among Church leaders. Some teachings have high doctrinal confidence, such as the necessity of faith in Jesus Christ for salvation and the assurance of forgiveness through sincere repentance. However, other teachings have lower confidence, like the possibility of progression between kingdoms of glory and the validity of evolution as an explanation for the origin of man. It is important to recognize that the Church has no official position on evolution and that individual apostles and leaders have expressed differing views. Given this diversity, it is essential to approach these topics with openness, humility, and respect, acknowledging that faithful members can hold different perspectives while still remaining within the bounds of Church doctrine.