Mormon Discussion Podcast

This is the Sacrament talk I delivered on April 24, 2016 in my home ward.  I tried to show that testimony is more than knowing and in all its forms it should be honored.  I end bearing my testimony to show this nuance in action. Outline of the Talk In our faith we value our… Read More »209: Sacrament Talk April 2016 Testimonies The post 209: Sacrament Talk April 2016 Testimonies appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we begin a series that examines Stages of Faith from the perspective of other Religious denominations and their religious leaders.  I tried to find every audio discussion of “Faith Transitions” based in some way on a Fowler “Faith Stage Theory”.  Heads up some of these religious leaders are still biased and imposing their conclusion… Read More »208: Stages of Faith Series 1: Revolutionary Spirituality The post 208: Stages of Faith Series 1: Revolutionary Spirituality appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we jump back into the Book of Mormon, right to the beginning….. with Nephi.  We use his story to demonstrate that even men of God shift in their faith and beliefs, scriptural characters are not stagnant, the story is not always what we think it is, and most importantly the scriptures truly do point… Read More »207: Nephi’s Faith Transition The post 207: Nephi’s Faith Transition appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we talk about the quote from Conference from Elder Oaks Some of this opposition even comes from Church members. Some who use personal reasoning or wisdom to resist prophetic direction give themselves a label borrowed from elected bodies—“the loyal opposition.” However appropriate for a democracy, there is no warrant for this concept in the… Read More »206: Loyal Opposition The post 206: Loyal Opposition appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we had hoped to start a 3 part series on tithing.  In this first part we focus on validating 12 reasons why SURPLUS is the most valid interpretation of “What income should I pay 10% on?” (Surplus, Net, or Gross).  We had planned to do two more parts where in part two we defend… Read More »205: Tithing Part 1- Surplus The post 205: Tithing Part 1- Surplus appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we start a new series hosted by Alex Koritz former podcast host for “Mormon Archaeology”.  Today he discusses the Michigan Relics.  Alex discusses their discovery, the debate over their authenticity, and the impact this item has had in both within archaeology generally and specifically within Mormonism.  We are so excited to have Alex take us… Read More »204: The Michigan Artifacts with Alex Koritz The post 204: The Michigan Artifacts with Alex Koritz appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we talk about an episode few in the Church know about… the life and Disciplinary trial of former Apostle John W. Taylor. Brother Taylor continued polygamy after the 1890 manifesto and even after the 1904 second manifesto and today we talk about his trial searching for insights into this episode in Church history of… Read More »203: The Life and Trial of John W. Taylor The post 203: The Life and Trial of John W. Taylor appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today I read from my favorite “Faith Stage Theory” books and end by talking about what to look for in a “safe” person.  These books are so helpful that I would recommend them to anyone going through a faith transition.. Faith Shift by Kathy Escobar The Critical Journey by Janet Hagberg and Robert Guelich Faith… Read More »202: The Language of Transition The post 202: The Language of Transition appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down with LDS author Robert Reynolds.  He has written the book “Unstuck” – How The Savior Frees Us From Our Favorite Sins .  We talk about letting go of trying to “work our way to heaven” and instead focus on reliance on Christ and his grace.  We talk about willingness to be on the… Read More »201: Robert Reynolds: Unstuck The post 201: Robert Reynolds: Unstuck appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today I wanted to reach out to the listener in the dark part of their faith transition.  I wanted to share with you things I have found helpful and things I think you would benefit from thinking about.  I hope these are helpful and welcome your feedback.  God bless you and may the Lord warm… Read More »200: Finding Your Truth in your Transition The post 200: Finding Your Truth in your Transition appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.