Standard of Truth

The discussion revolves around Orson Hyde's pivotal letter, shedding light on Utah's quest for statehood amid a fractured Union. Analyzing the historical context, the hosts dive into the spiritual lessons of unanswered prayers and the hope for Zion's redemption. A listener's personal experiences enrich the dialogue, blending family connections with theological insights. The complexities of the Trinity are explored through historical and contemporary lenses, highlighting the Latter-day Saints' struggles during the Civil War and their quest for divine protection.

The hosts kick off with humorous banter about carrots and the imminent NFL season, setting a lively tone. They discuss Orson Hyde's Civil War insights, blending faith with historical perspectives. Listener interactions reveal personal journeys in faith, addressing how church history can be navigated with confidence. They delve into the dynamics of college football and predictions for key matchups, all while intertwining lighthearted jokes. The complexities of interpreting prophetic statements about the Civil War are explored, highlighting history's intricate connections.

In this bonus episode, Richard has a conversation with President Rissi, the Lithuania District President, about the recent Sweetwater Rescue temple trip to the Helsinki, Finland Temple.   Church News Article: https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2025/09/01/vilnius-lithuania-district-long-journey-helsinki-finland-temple/   You can follow us on Social Media at: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FRGVJQVVB/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.instagram.com/sweetwaterrescue Our 2026 tours are sold out, but if you would like to join us in the future, here is a link to our 2027 tours: https://standardoftruth.com/tours/ Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠ If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts, please email us at: ⁠⁠questions@standardoftruthpodcast.com

In this episode, we discuss the sealed portion of the plates. Gerrit shares the accounts of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery on returning the plates and go through comments from Brigham Young, Heber C. Kimball, and David Whitmer. Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠ If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts, please email us at: ⁠⁠questions@standardoftruthpodcast.com

Dive into intriguing discussions about the pre-existence of humanity and the nature of mortality. Explore contrasts between traditional Christian views and Latter-day Saint teachings on intelligence's eternal existence. Unpack the profound implications of existence beyond the physical realm and how it shapes identity and agency. Learn about themes of choice and purpose in mortal life amidst challenges, all grounded in insights from Doctrine and Covenants section 93.

In this engaging discussion, the hosts dive into the radical revelations of Doctrine and Covenants section 93, exploring the complex nature of Jesus Christ. They unravel theological debates surrounding divine sovereignty versus human agency, and how these issues relate to salvation and sin. Through poignant narratives, they contrast Latter-day Saint beliefs with traditional Christian perspectives, particularly on the fate of children in faith. The insights drawn from John chapter one further highlight Jesus's divinity and transformative journey, inviting listeners to reflect on their own spiritual identities.

This discussion delves into the revolutionary implications of Doctrine and Covenants 93, shedding light on the nature of God and Jesus Christ. It contrasts early Christian perspectives on Jesus' divinity with mainstream views, revealing intricate theological debates. Listeners will grapple with varied Christological controversies and ponder the paradox of divine agency alongside the existence of evil. The conversation doesn't shy away from deep questions about suffering and divine justice, inviting a thoughtful exploration of faith’s complexities.

In this episode, we discussed the changes to sacrament overtime. We also attempted to answer a listeners question about women participating in the administration of the sacrament   Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠   If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts, please email us at: ⁠⁠questions@standardoftruthpodcast.com

In this rereleased episode, we continue our discussion of the Apocrypha. The podcast starts with a 19th-century Latter-day Saint view of the Apocrypha. Gerrit asks Richard a question where Richard has a 50% shot of getting it right… He gets it wrong. We also read from 2 Ezras and its reference to the lost 10 tribes and Zion being built up. This all provides the context for Joseph receiving the revelation for D&C Section 91. Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠ If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts, please email us at: ⁠⁠questions@standardoftruthpodcast.com

In this rereleased episode, we decided to tackle one of the great hot-button historical issues of the day…well, of Joseph Smith’s day anyway. We discuss the history of the Apocrypha and how controversy in Christianity led to Joseph Smith’s revelation on it. Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠ If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts, please email us at: ⁠⁠questions@standardoftruthpodcast.com