Why She Left Mormonism — And Why She Went Back: Olivia Olsen

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In this episode of the Jaden Jeffs Podcast, Jaden sits down with Olivia Olson, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, to discuss her journey of faith, doubt, and return. Olivia opens up about her experiences growing up in the church, her disillusionment, and what ultimately brought her back. They touch upon various themes, including the nature of belief, human nature, and the challenges of religious doctrine. This episode offers a respectful, open-minded dialogue aimed at understanding different perspectives on Mormonism and Christianity.

00:00 Podcast Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:12 Olivia's Background and Initial Thoughts on Mormonism
02:33 Discussing Mormon Culture and Personal Experiences
04:20 Marriage and Relationships in the LDS Church
23:23 Sexuality and Religious Expectations
42:14 The Concept of Becoming Gods
42:30 Sexual Relations and Glory in the Celestial Kingdom
43:01 Beliefs of LDS Leaders
44:35 Repentance and Forgiveness in LDS Doctrine
46:37 Second Anointing and Worthiness
51:03 Cultural Influences on Religious Beliefs
01:05:41 Personal Experiences with Church Leaders
01:07:50 Struggles with Brigham Young's Legacy
01:26:20 Leaving and Returning to the Church
01:31:11 Shifting Beliefs and Understanding Mormonism
01:32:42 Struggles and Returning to Faith
01:34:49 Questioning and Comparing Religions
01:37:14 Theological Debates and Personal Reflections
02:08:58 The Complexity of Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon
02:15:31 Concluding Thoughts and Humor

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