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D&C 64-66 I Why People Leave the Gospel I Come Follow Church History with Lynne Hilton Wilson

Scripture Central: LDS Come Follow Me & Church History

Summary

College football season brings excitement and rituals for fans, prompting Hilton to introduce a "superstition concierge" service to cater to unique fan needs, such as rooms that match lucky numbers or ensuring jerseys are not washed. This highlights Hilton's commitment to hospitality on game day.

The conversation shifts to historical reflections on early Latter-day Saint leaders, particularly Joseph Smith and Ezra Booth. The hosts explore the challenges faced by early church members, including disillusionment and the struggle to maintain faith amidst personal and communal conflicts. They emphasize the importance of humility and forgiveness, noting that many early converts, including Booth, grappled with their expectations versus the realities of church leadership and community dynamics.

The discussion delves into the concept of conversion, suggesting that witnessing miracles does not equate to deep-rooted faith. The hosts argue that true conversion requires a personal commitment to God and His teachings, rather than a reliance on signs or miraculous events. They conclude with the notion that enduring faithfulness is essential for spiritual growth, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own commitments and relationships with God.

Show Notes

Lesson handouts: https://scripturecentral.org/archive/books/book-chapter/prophesies-and-parables-of-christ-s-coming-prophesies?searchId=0eb3e36bfb24dcd9bb1d1bece1531216b59539a8fde17ee80224af0653c92aa3-en-v=e14623e

D&C 64-66 I Why People Leave the Gospel I Come Follow Church History with Lynne Hilton Wilson

1:00 Introduction - Steve Harper, historical context, and hard questions 5:50 Arriving in Missouri 9:38 Timeline and healing Elsa Johnson 13:45 Ezra Booth’s conversion and forgiveness 20:44 Ezra Booth’s fall 24:58 Joseph and Emma live in the Johnson home 27:16 D&C 66 Revelation to William E. McLellin 32:25 Enduring in faithfulness 36:20 Covenants with the Lord 40:49 The John and Elsa Johnson home and JST 43:50 Covenants and faithfulness

How is it possible that some early Church members could be eyewitnesses to the miracles of the Restoration but still lose their testimonies and fall away from the Church?

Join Lynne Hilton Wilson and special guest Steven C. Harper, Church History professor at BYU, for a frank discussion about the keys to maintaining a strong testimony in the gospel. Lynne and Steven will examine the lives of some of the early Saints and share their stories. What miracles did they see? What revelations were given to them specifically? Why did they choose to leave even though they witnessed some of the strongest spiritual manifestations on record. Don't miss this discussion, it may help someone you love or strengthen your own testimony.

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