King David in Hell Because of Murder — William P. McIntire (January 12, 1841) in the Eternal Judgment there is many things to know & to under stand in Gods Judging for instance Peter said Davidd had not yet ascend to heaven & that he was a Murderer— & that his soul was in Hell […]
Power of Elijah Sufficient to Make Calling & Election Sure — Wilford Woodruff Account (March 10, 1844) Revelation worth all sectarian notions and Calling and Election connected with the power of Elijah . . . for while the spirit of Elias is a forerunner the power of Elijah is sufficient to make our Calling & […]
Refusal to Make Eternal Contracts on Earth Results in Being Single in Eternity — Franklin D. Richards (July 16, 1843) All contracts in view of this Life only terminate with this Life. Case of the woman & 7 husbands Luke 20-29 &c Those who keep no eternal Law in this life or make no eternal […]
Members Instructed to Patiently Magnify Their Callings — Nauvoo Relief Society Minutes (April 28, 1842) He continued to read the Chap and give instructions respecting the different offices, and the necessity of every individual acting in the sphere allotted him or her; and filling the several offices to which they were appointed — Spoke of […]
“By the Gift & Power of God“ Artist David Lindsley has released a beautiful new painting of the translation of the Book of Mormon! The original was unveiled at the Spring 2022 Book of Mormon Evidence Conference as a tribute to James Stoddard and his trailblazing work in defending and restoring appreciation for the Urim […]
Burial location is sacred — Willard Richards Account (April 16, 1843) . . . I would esteem it one of the greatest blessings, if I am to be afflicted in this world, to have my lot cast where I can find brethen & friends all aroud me, but this is not. thing. I referred to […]
Men Must Be Born of Water and the Spirit to Enter the Kingdom of God (May 21, 1843) except a man be born again he cannot See the Kingdom of God; second except a man be born of water and the spirit he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. Discourse, 21 May 1843, as […]
Blood Is Corrupted and Must Be Replaced with the Spirit of God before Entering God’s Presence — George Laub Account (May 12, 1844) Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the kingdom of god or the kingdom that god inhabits But the flesh without the blood and the spirit of god flowing in the veins in the […]
German Translation of the Bible the Most Correct — Thomas Bullock (May 12, 1844) I will now read it [Matthew 24] in German— (several persons said he translated it correct) . . . the Germans are an exalted people, the old German translators is the most correct, most honest and therefore I get testimony to […]
What does the history of the early Latter-day Saint women have to offer? Why is Helen Mar Kimball’s testimony and experience relevant? In this recent interview with Hannah Stoddard, she shares behind-the-scenes experiences while writing Joseph Smith’s Plural Wives, Volume 1: Helen Mar Kimball, as well as a discussion on the importance of women in […]
Thanksgiving stands out as one of the most sacred and significant celebrations of the year. The righteous colonization of America was one of the significant latter-day Signs of the Times—announcing the advent of the Restoration and Second Coming of Jesus Christ. Share the following video clips and resources with your family this season—as you remember […]
Upcoming free speaking events in May with Hannah Stoddard in Utah, Missouri, Kentucky and Illinois—come and see us near you! ⭐️ Kansas City Fireside—Enoch’s Tie to Joseph Smith: What IS the Covenant? (Friday, May 13, 2022 @ 6:30pm)(with Russ Barlow/TruthSeekers Foundation, “What is the Covenant? What Joseph Smith and the Universal Model teach us about […]
At the Book of Mormon Evidence Conference last week, Stoddard siblings Hannah, Leah, and Isaiah Stoddard released a new family biography titled, A Christ-Centered Home: A Story of Hope & Healing for Every Family in Every Situation. Behind the founding of the Joseph Smith Foundation is an untold, inspirational story of a software engineer father who felt called […]
The true story of a remarkable family compelled by Christ to bring love into war. This epic documentary chronicles the 20-year journey of the Free Burma Rangers, an unconventional humanitarian organization, as they venture through jungles, firefights, heroic rescues, and find hope in seemingly impossible situations. It’s a real-life action-adventure film unlike any you’ve seen […]
Do you know someone who is struggling with questions and doubts regarding Joseph Smith’s practice of plural marriage? We have a new book just for you! Tackling the “tough” questions! One of the most controversial facets of Latter-day Saint history is Joseph Smith’s practice of Celestial plural marriage. However, behind the controversy lies the oft-untold, […]
James Franklin Stoddard III—beloved father of 10 children and the founder of the Joseph Smith Foundation—passed away with faith and peace after a courageous battle with stage 4 lung cancer on the morning of September 6, 2021 in Provo, Utah. This video was filmed by the Truthseekers Foundation during the recent Restoration Days event, only […]
James Franklin Stoddard III—beloved father of 10 children and the founder of the Joseph Smith Foundation—passed away with faith and peace after a courageous battle with stage 4 lung cancer on the morning of September 6, 2021 in Provo, Utah. Last Testimony (Restoration Days, July 24, 2021) Legacy of James Stoddard (As shared by his […]
From day one, our dad (James) creatively thought outside the box when it came to education. Growing up, our schooling was project based, spirit directed, service oriented, and agency motivated! We’ve shared some of our experiences in webinars, interviews and vidcasts. See videos below! Educating Zion What does a “Zion education” look like? Today, there […]
James Franklin Stoddard III—beloved father of 10 children and the founder of the Joseph Smith Foundation—passed away with faith and peace after a courageous battle with stage 4 lung cancer on the morning of September 6, 2021 in Provo, Utah. Last Testimony (Restoration Days, July 24, 2021) Legacy of James Stoddard (As shared by his […]
James F. Stoddard IIIL. Hannah Stoddard 1. What about President Ezra Taft Benson’s 14 Fundamentals Devotional Talk? Should we follow the President of the Church without question? On February 26, 1980, at the Brigham Young University Marriott Center, President Ezra Taft Benson, who was then serving as President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, […]
