Mormon Discussion Podcast

We tackle a article from Meridian Magazine How Will Children Know the Truth About Marriage If We Don’t Teach Them? By Wendy Asay · May 10, 2015 http://ldsmag.com/how-will-children-know-the-truth-about-marriage-if-we-dont-teach-them/ she syas this – “We can help our youth discern the truth regarding those claims by giving them solid information and reasoned arguments from secular as well as religious sources.” I show that it is anything but that from a LDS perspective.   The post 147: The Truth About Marriage appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down with LDS author David Barker and discuss his book “Religion and Science: Reconciling the Conflicts”.  We talk about seeking truth, trusting prophets, Evolution, and the Flood.  This episode goes to show that we all see the the gospel and the world differently and that just when we think we have the answers, paradigm shifts occur. His book “Science and Religion: Reconciling the Conflicts” I referred in the interview to problems with a global flood.  Below is the article referred to. http://www.talkorigins.org/faqs/faq-noahs-ark.html Other links to David’s works and views http://davidmckaybarker.com/science-and-religion-2/ http://davidmckaybarker.com/lds/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbIUxVMn0hU   The post 146: David Barker: Science and Religion appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today with sit down with LDS Meso-American Expert Daniel Johnson and talk about the setting of the Book of Mormon.  We talk about what evidence we find and what evidence is really not fair to ask for.  We talk about his trips to these ancient cities and what we find their to support our testimonies in the Book of Mormon.  We talk about metal plates, reformed Egyptian, and yes even horses. http://ldsguide.blogspot.com/ http://www.bmaf.org/ His book “An LDS Guide to MesoAmerica” His book “An LDS Guide to the Yucatan” The post 145: Daniel Johnson: Book of Mormon Geography appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down with Craig Harline, author of “Way Below the Angels”.  Craig talks about his own missionary experience as well as the adjustment most missionaries make from the pristine and elevated expectations to the real life experience of disappointment and feelings of failure that come with the reality of most missions.  We discuss how he shifted those paradigms and how that has helped him moving forward.  Missions are tough…. please in the comments share your experience so that others may not feel alone! His Book:  Way Below the Angels Another of Craig’s books: Conversions: Two Family Stories from the Reformation and Modern America (New Directions in Narrative History) Craig’s website  http://craigharline.com/ The post 144: Craig Harline: Way Below the Angels appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down with Christian professor and Author Robert Keeley and speak at length about his perspective on James Fowler’s Stages of Faith.  Mr. Keeley is the author of the book “Helping our Children Grow In Faith”.  He has also written numerous articles including many on stages of faith.  We talk today about how to make this faith transition as smooth as possible. His Book   “Helping Children Grow In Faith” His Article “More than Just ages and Stages” His Article “Building Blocks of Faith” The post 143: Robert Keeley: More Than Ages & Stages appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we talk about the Flood.  Noah, the Ark, the animals, etc….  The trouble with this topic is that a Global Flood seems so unreasonable and full of problems and a local flood is full of deep glitches as well.  We attempt to talk about both sides, sift through the problems and contradictions and see if we can arrive at a solution of some sort….. Problems with a Global Flood in detail Adam Miller’s AMA   The post 142: The Flood and its Barriers to Faith appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today’s episode deals with Section 132 of the D&C.  We talk about the introduction of polygamy, the angel with the drawn sword, and Joseph’s adherence with the revelation.  While Critics accuse Joseph Smith of creating section 132 to fulfill his sexual needs and while apologists proclaim the revelation is from God and that criticism should cease, I argue there is indeed a third option.  An option that is much more nuanced.  We take time and use scriptural sources as well as the quotes of leaders to show there is possibly room and precedent to set off to the side section 132 while still holding up Joseph as the prophet of the restoration.  When we add up nuanced views of Scripture, Prophets, and ministering angels, is there room to both doubt section 132 while still leading with faith. http://scottwoodward.org/adam-god_brucermcconkie.html http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Brigham_Young https://www.lds.org/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/129 https://www.lds.org/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/8   The post 141: Handshakes and Drawn Swords appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down with Chris Reeve, a dear friend of mine, and we discuss Church Discipline.  We hit this topic from a historical perspective and build from there.  We speak about scriptural relevance for Church discipline, how while wanting a big tent, the tent must still exists.  We talk about Early Church leaders who went through Church discipline and then end speaking about today’s present procedures and our personal experience participating in disciplinary procedures. The post 140: Chris Reeve: Church Discipline appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today I sit down with Greg Kearney.  Greg is both a Mormon and a Mason and today we discuss the connection between the two in the LDS Endowment.  Many Latter-Day Saints are caught off guard when they  discover that the LDS Endowment is very interconnected with Masonry and its ritual.  Today we address this connection and other influences of Masonry on Mormonism. (Photo is of a 12th Century relief statue from Naples Italy)         http://www.fairmormon.org/perspectives/fair-conferences/2005-fair-conference/2005-the-message-and-the-messenger-latter-day-saints-and-freemasonry http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mormonism_and_Freemasonry Masonic Misunderstandings and Mormon Hypersensitivities http://www.mormonmonastery.org/category/temple/references/masonry-and-the-temple/       The post 139: Greg Kearney: Mormonism & Masonry appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today I share 8 of Derek Clegg’s songs with commentary.  If you wish to download his music for free check out here The post 138: Derek Clegg’s Music appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.