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Illustration representing biblical clothing and covenants related to Mormon temple garments
Temple

Why Do Mormons Wear Garments? The Biblical Answer

Latter-day Saints view temple garments as sacred symbols rooted in biblical practice—not as magical charms or a modern departure from Christian tradition.

By Todd Noall

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Beliefs

What Are "Mormon Rules"?

In Mormonism, "rules" aren't part of doctrinal vocabulary—instead, members follow commandments viewed as divine guidance toward spiritual growth, family strength, and genuine peace.

By Todd Noall

Book of Mormon archaeology and CES Letter
Book of Mormon

The LDS CES Letter and Book of Mormon Archaeology

This resource examines the CES Letter's critiques regarding Book of Mormon archaeology, presenting both the critical arguments and scholarly responses from believers.

By Todd Noall

LDS Church Olympic Games donation announcement
Social Issues

The LDS Church Donates Funding and Real Estate to Olympic Games

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has made a significant financial donation and committed real estate and volunteer services to the 2034 Olympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City.

By Todd Noall

Portrait of Emma Hale Smith, founding figure of early Mormonism
Church History

Who Was Emma Smith? A Founding Figure of Mormonism's Story

Emma Smith stands as a pivotal yet complex figure in early Latter-day Saint history, whose resilience, leadership, and compassionate service shaped the foundation of the Church despite enduring persecution, grief, and profound personal conflict.

By Todd Noall

Still from entertainment media depicting LDS Church themes and characters
Social Issues

Mormonism Explained by Entertainment: What's Accurate?

Two high-profile media productions have sparked debate over how accurately they portray The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its members.

By Todd Noall

Mormon temple garments and biblical symbolism from Revelation
Temple

Kings and Priests: Connections Between Mormon Garments and Revelation

Mormon sacred garments connect Eden, Christ's atonement, and Revelation's apocalyptic symbolism within Latter-day Saint theology.

By Todd Noall

What the CES Letter Gets Right and Wrong
Church History

What the CES Letter Gets Right and Wrong

A balanced examination of Jeremy Runnells' 2013 CES Letter reveals both legitimate concerns and significant inaccuracies about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

By Todd Noall

LDS Church sponsoring MrBeast
Social Issues

The LDS Church Sponsoring MrBeast—What This Means

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sponsors MrBeast's nonprofit Beast Philanthropy, raising questions about the relationship between the LDS Church and this major philanthropic initiative.

By Todd Noall

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Beliefs

Busting the Myths on Mormon Church Tithing

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints uses tithing donations to support temples, missions, education, and humanitarian work, not to enrich leaders or provide access to heaven.

By Todd Noall

Mormon burial clothes and temple garments displayed in a formal arrangement
Temple

The History of Mormon Burial Clothes

For members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, death is understood not as an ending, but as a temporary separation of body and spirit in anticipation of resurrection.

By Todd Noall

5 Common Misconceptions in Christianity vs Mormonism — comparison of LDS and Christian beliefs
Beliefs

5 Common Misconceptions in Christianity vs Mormonism

Clarifying five widespread misunderstandings that obscure meaningful dialogue between Latter-day Saints and traditional Christians.

By Todd Noall