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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Clarifying five widespread misunderstandings that obscure meaningful dialogue between Latter-day Saints and traditional Christians.
By Todd Noall
How Many Wives Did Brigham Young Have?
Brigham Young, the second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, exemplifies the practice of plural marriage within 19th-century LDS society.
By Todd Noall