Mormon Stories Podcast

1803: How "Thoughtful" Mormons Stay in the Church - Dan McClellan Part 3

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Aug 28, 2023
Bible scholar Dan McClellan discusses how informed, intelligent Mormons navigate their faith, exploring the value of religion in promoting positive behavior and community. They delve into the evolution and impact of religion, the role of rituals in signaling trust and fidelity, and the complexities of belief in God within Mormonism. They also discuss the evolution of Joseph Smith's understanding of God, the social identity and cultural aspects of Mormonism, power structures in religious communities, and the controversy of Joseph Smith's polygamy. Additionally, they explore the mystery of Melchizedek, the inequality and patriarchy in the LDS Church, different positions within the Mormon community, and the challenges of running for political office. The podcast concludes with an intriguing discussion on psychedelics and prophets.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Evolution and Impact of Religion
03:29 • 8min
3
The Evolution of Sensitivity to Detecting Agents with Minds
11:11 • 8min
4
The Role of Rituals in Signaling Trust and Fidelity
19:00 • 17min
5
The Problem of Evil and the Eternal Perspective
35:58 • 7min
6
The Complex Issue of Belief in God within Mormonism
43:04 • 21min
7
Evolution of Joseph Smith's Understanding of God and the Book of Mormon
01:04:08 • 20min
8
The Evolving Definition of Atheism
01:24:03 • 11min
9
Beliefs and Contexts
01:35:24 • 7min
10
The Development and Dimensions of Religion
01:42:02 • 3min
11
The Social Identity and Cultural Aspects of Mormonism
01:44:49 • 16min
12
Power Structures and Boundary Maintenance in Religious Communities
02:01:13 • 16min
13
Discussions about a Progressive Community and an Upcoming Conference
02:17:35 • 2min
14
Science, Faith, and the Disprovable Aspects of Mormonism
02:19:09 • 7min
15
Exploring the Meaning of Faith and Trust in the Bible
02:26:22 • 2min
16
The Difference Between Historical Events and Matters of Faith
02:27:54 • 18min
17
The Power of Scriptures: Inspiring Change and Improving Lives
02:45:43 • 11min
18
The Controversy of Joseph Smith's Polygamy
02:56:58 • 10min
19
The Mystery of Melchizedek
03:06:47 • 3min
20
Evolution and Changing Conceptualization of Priesthood
03:10:15 • 16min
21
Inequality and Patriarchy in the LDS Church
03:26:34 • 13min
22
Different Positions within the Mormon Community
03:39:21 • 17min
23
Running for Political Office and Critique of the Party System
03:56:01 • 2min
24
Orthodox Mormonism, Politics, and Frustration
03:57:32 • 2min
25
Expressing Gratitude for a Thoughtful and Courageous Individual
03:59:57 • 2min
26
Psychedelics and Prophets: Exploring the Possibilities
04:02:20 • 4min
27
Ways to Support the Speaker's Content
04:06:36 • 2min
28
Historicity of the Exodus and Book Contracts
04:08:10 • 4min