Resources for researching and evaluating the claims, doctrines and scriptures of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in light of history and the Bible. Sponsored by the Institute for Religious Research, a nondenominational, non-profit Christian organization.

Wondering Why? or How? or What?Having doubts about your LDS Church membership?

You're not alone.  This is the place to look at troubling historical and doctrinal issues - no exaggeration, no hype, no whitewashing.  Documented facts, reflective commentary and ways to connect with other Latter-day Saints with similar concerns.

Do you have a friend or loved one being wooed by Mormons?

Here are resources to help you understand them, reach out to them, and help them evaluate the Mormon religious system.

 

 

Considering joining the Mormon Church?

Here are some things to know before getting baptized — especially since it's a lot easier to get in than to get out.

New Articles

8/21/2010

7/13/2010:		 Gospel Principles Chapter 16:
Church Organization and Apostasy
Gospel Principles Chapter 14:
Jesus and the Priesthood
7/9/2010: Gospel Principles Chapter 13:
Priesthood, Power, and Presumption
7/6/2010: Joseph Smith and the Restoration of Animal Sacrifice
6/24/2010: Mormon Families Forever: Too Good to be True?

 

Gospel Principles Discussion

This week - Chapter 14 - Jesus and the Priesthood

Mormons around the world are studying the newest edition (2009) of the LDS manual, Gospel Principles. This page provides links to the LDS manual as well as a chapter-by-chapter study guide for understanding the subjects covered in light of the Bible.  It also features other resources that directly relate to the LDS Gospel Principles manual.

 

Is Mormonism Christian?  

The Mormon Church teaches a number of things that conflict with the Bible and are radically different from what Christians down through the centuries have believed.  If the LDS Church denies the core teachings of Christianity, should it still be considered a "Christian" faith?