Latter-day Saints Archives - Page 4 of 14

An illuminated Book of Mormon symbolizes the overlooked depth of Latter-day Saint beliefs.

The Case for Taking Mormon Theology Seriously—Even If You Don’t Believe It

Richard Williams11 months ago06 mins

Stephen Webb’s Mormon Christianity

A warm community scene reflecting Mormons and violence with harmonious interactions.

A Peaceable People: Why Latter-day Saints Are Less Violent than the General Population

C.D. Cunningham11 months ago11 months ago09 mins

Latter-day Saints are a notably peaceful people. What keeps their communities nonviolent?

A survivor of sexual abuse in the Church finds comfort as a friend offers a shoulder to lean on, symbolizing the power of compassion and support.

Understanding the California Sex Abuse Lawsuit: The LDS Church’s Response in Context

C.D. Cunningham11 months ago010 mins

Are the California lawsuits proof of systemic failure? The numbers indicate otherwise, but every case warrants scrutiny.

An unfinished painting of Heavenly Mother, symbolizing the tension between revealed truth and human speculation.

Reimagining the Divine: Heavenly Mother and the Temptation of Speculation

Amanda Freebairn12 months ago12 months ago08 mins

Does Heavenly Mother stand apart from Heavenly Father? She is unified with Him, sharing His divine will, not a separate deity for revision.

A scholar studies golden plates among ancient books, representing the connection between Nietzsche and Book of Mormon ideas.

Nietzsche and The Book of Mormon: Unexpected Philosophical Parallels

Ethan McGuire12 months ago015 mins

Can Latter-day Saint theology answer Nietzschean critiques? Both emphasize agency, power, and rejecting passivity.

Therapy session with religious symbols in the background.

Can Therapy Be Faith-Friendly? Why Bringing Jesus into Counseling Might Not Meet Your Spiritual Needs

Brianna Holmes1 year ago08 mins

How can therapy honor faith? Effective therapy respects religious values, offering a complete path to mental wellness.

A heavenly sculptor shapes a human form, symbolizing the sacred connection between gender identity and faith in divine creation.

In the Image of God: What Our Bodies Reveal About Divine Design

Rebecca Taylor1 year ago1 year ago08 mins

The Family Proclamation affirms the sacredness of the body and the divine design and purpose of gender.

A collaborative library scene showcasing the unity of faith-based education.

Redefining Higher (and Holier) Education: BYU’s Fusion of Faith and Learning

Carol Rice1 year ago011 mins

Why is BYU reinforcing its religious mission in education? By emphasizing gospel-centered learning, the university provides students with a distinctive, faith-integrated academic experience that prepares them for both secular and spiritual growth.

A bridge scene showcasing dialogue and the conciliatory strength of Latter-day Saint voices in fostering unity.

Our Year in Review: When Moderation Sparks the Loudest Debate

Public Square Staff1 year ago1 year ago08 mins

Our year in review: A thriving faith community built on collaboration, debate, and shared values.

Intertwined trees represent the coexistence of faith and identity for LGBT+ Mormons.

When Compassion Misleads: How Faith and Identity Can Coexist

Skyler Sorensen1 year ago04 mins

Is compassion enough? True support for LGBT+ Latter-day Saints lies in gospel truths, not worldly narratives.

A home office setting highlights the CES Letter’s impact on personal faith exploration via technology.

Doubt in the Digital Age: How a Perfect Storm of Random Forces Inflated the CES Letter Beyond Its Merits

Brian Hales1 year ago1 year ago026 mins

What triggered the wide dissemination of the CES Letter? Examining a perfect storm of tech, naivety, and scholarly silence.

A serene church interior with a speaker at the pulpit during a testimony Mormon church meeting.

Rediscovering the Beauty of Testimony Meetings

Kristine Stringham1 year ago08 mins

What role do testimony meetings play? They blend conviction and growth, offering space for heartfelt beliefs.