Ep. 61: Have LDS Prophets Been Reduced to This?

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Evaluating the Role of Modern LDS Prophets: A Critical Analysis

In this episode of 'Truth to Mormons,' host Bill Young examines the role and effectiveness of modern prophets in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, focusing particularly on President Russell M. Nelson. Young questions whether Nelson’s actions align with traditional expectations of prophetic behavior, referencing historical and doctrinal inconsistencies within the LDS Church. Through a detailed scrutiny of 150+ changes and announcements made during Nelson’s tenure, Young argues that modern LDS prophets function more like CEOs than true spiritual leaders. He discusses various doctrinal shifts, administrative changes, and worldly engagements, urging LDS members to reconsider the nature and authority of their church’s leadership.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:24 General Conference Reflections
01:15 Doctrinal Questions and Themes
05:02 Modern Day Prophets and Revelations
06:38 Reviewing President Nelson's Tenure
10:17 Youth Interview Policy Changes
18:41 LGBTQ+ Policy Reversals
30:49 Temple Garments
40:14 New Church Symbols and Policies
40:47 Temple Announcements and Renovations
42:06 Tithing Policies and Financial Practices
51:54 Racial Issues in Mormon Doctrine
01:01:53 Prophetic Authority and Revelations
01:05:29 Concluding Thoughts

RESOURCES
Original, now reversed November 13, 2015 First Presidency revelation on Same-Gender Marriage
https://tinyurl.com/5n8eaa8p

Nelson admitting that 2015 policy against LGBT was revelation from God, affirmed by all 15 apostles, and not simply church policy:
https://tinyurl.com/yn2jhjtr

RECOMMENDED BOOKS
The Faithful Vessel and a Glorious Coffin: A Plea to Latter-Day Saints, by Dave Mallinak and Brandon Vaughan.
Written by two Utah pastors in Utah that I can highly recommend. Available on Amazon.
https://tinyurl.com/mu69jfk8

The Journey to Jesus: Finding Christ After Leaving Mormonism by Brandi Bronson.
Former LDS of 27 years and a must read for LDS and Christians alike. Available on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Jesus-...
https://tinyurl.com/mph6n3t

Several free digital book downloads from Utah Lighthouse Ministry:
https://www.utlm.org/booklist/digital...

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