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Mormon Stories Podcast

894: Mormon Stories Live! Celebrating Greg Prince Pt. 3

Mar 28, 2018
Greg Prince, author of three books, including the award-winning David O. McKay and the Rise of Modern Mormonism, discusses topics such as the evolution of the concept of God in Mormonism, the significance of the temple, safety for LGBT youth, reflections on discouragement and hope in Mormonism, and expressing gratitude and appreciation for Greg Prince's work and contribution.
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Greg Prince

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Quick takeaways

  • The concept of an anthropomorphic God in Mormonism has evolved over time, starting with modalism and shifting towards the idea of the Trinity and multiple personages.
  • The teachings of Jesus remain relevant and impactful, and living a good life is more important than obsessing over atonement.

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The Evolution of Doctrine on Anthropomorphic God

The speaker discusses the evolving doctrine surrounding the belief in an anthropomorphic God in Mormonism. They explain that the concept of an anthropomorphic God has changed over time, starting with modalism and gradually shifting toward the idea of the Trinity and multiple personages. The speaker highlights that the specific form of God is not significant to their faith, as God remains an approachable entity regardless of form.

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