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Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches

Joseph Smith: BYU Speeches
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The impact of Joseph Smith’s life has been debated for decades. Listen as prophets, apostles, professors, and historians discuss the life of Joseph Smith and add their personal witnesses that he was God’s servant. This unique account commemorates the 174th anniversary of the Prophet’s martyrdom.
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Noel B. Reynolds offers a sampling of scholarly evidence to date for the veracity of the Book of Mormon's ancient authorship. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The revolutionary and powerful truths revealed by the Prophet Joseph Smith can change the world—and, if we are true to them, each one of us. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lack of knowledge about specific church events does not mean that we must doubt. We must only keep searching for the truth, whether by history or faith. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In our quest for knowledge, we must learn to ask questions - but we must learn to ask the right questions, and we must learn how to find answers. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Elder Neal A. Maxwell bears powerful testimony of the choice seer Joseph Smith and his role in revealing essential truth about our Savior Jesus Christ. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Preston Nibley offers little-known insights into the history of the Book of Mormon manuscripts which help us appreciate its value as a book of scripture. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We owe much to the Kirtland era of Church history. This time of the restoration is rich in visions, revealed doctrine, and essential progression. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joseph Smith was a choice seer of the Lord, and his prophetic calling is evidenced by the indisputable value of the works which he produced. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The scriptures make evident the importance that the Lord places in living up to a good name. We carry the namesake of our families and of God Himself. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The restoration of the gospel is about hope. Heidi S. Swinton speaks of the restoration and how its message should bring "peace like a river" to our souls. Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Using stories from the life of the Prophet Joseph Smith to illustrate the fact that there is no man—save it be Christ—who has done more for the world, William Berrett explains that one need only to look at the life and character of the prophet to find an example of service and humility. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What lessons does Joseph Smith's experience in Liberty Jail teach us about God's love? How can our trials be both a prison and a temple? Jeffrey R. Holland answers these questions and more in this BYU Devotional. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Associate law school dean Katherine D. Pullins shares her story of conversion to the gospel and Church that Joseph Smith restored. But for Joseph and his contributions, she testifies, not only would the world be vastly lacking, but so would our individual lives. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonnie L. Oscarson teaches us how Joseph Smith's life teaches us about our potential, standing up to criticism, and repentance. A testimony of this prophet brings us closer to the Savior. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Many critics of the Book of Mormon have tried but failed to give a credible alternative to Joseph Smith's testimony of it. How can we know if it is true? Click here to view the speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Richard Lloyd Anderson shares how, in many ways, the apostle Paul and Joseph Smith are similar. Both of these prophetic figures received revelation, demonstrated devoted service, and were persecuted and ultimately martyred for their testimonies. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Despite intense opposition during some of the Church's history, the gospel has been busy unlocking the doors of nations and hearts worldwide. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The God of Joseph Smith's time is not absent. We can come to know Him, His revelations, and His miracles, just as the Prophet did. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Elder Stevenson shares his testimony of the ongoing Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. It began with Joseph Smith, and it is still happening today. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Lord's commandment to stand by Joseph Smith with true loyalty applies to each of us as builders and defenders of God's kingdom. Click here to view the speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.