A public speech by President Benson led to a private rebuke by the prophet. 30 years later, that speech reached scriptural status.

Sunday Musings

Ezra Taft Benson, Rebuked

A widely repeated story about apostasy has a questionable source. What are we to make of Thomas Marsh turning on Joseph and the Saints?

Marsh’s Milk Strippings: True or False?

Critics have long alleged that the Book of Mormon was a creation of Joseph Smith's mind, but that claim doesn't withstand scrutiny.

8 Reasons why Joseph Smith Couldn’t Have Written the Book of Mormon

Without clear boundaries between which is which, members can become confused about what is from God and what isn't.

Is there a difference between church policy and doctrine?

Astute readers may need to read between the lines to answer an important question about the circumstances God's people faced in the New World.

The Book of Mormon is Missing Something…

What happened in 1978 that led the First Presidency to speak out so strongly in favor of vaccines? And how do their past statements relate to today's vaccines?

The Church’s Push for Vaccines

While the spread of pornography has risen, mentions about it in general conference have declined.

Increased Silence on Pornography

Modern revelation suggests that the Latter-day Saints are going to bear the brunt of God's apocalyptic fury. If true, why aren't we talking about it?

The Lord’s Vengeance: First on the Church?

These individuals hang on my office wall, inspiring me daily to stand up for truth in a world filled with lies.

My Wall of Heroes

The temple garment was once thought to be revealed to Joseph and that it should remain in its original form. Why has that changed?

Garments: Unchanged and Unaltered?

Despite huge steps being taken to bring more transparency, a critical set of documents remains hidden in the First Presidency vault. Why?

Why are William Clayton’s journals hidden?

Religion & Spirituality

Christianity

Author Connor Boyack, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormons"), shares provoking questions and thoughtful analysis of scripture on issues ranging from agency and liberty to idolatry, secret combinations, culture, freedom, and more.