Author: Eric Johnson
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Why did President Hinckley use the word “blasphemy”?
The importance of the “First Vision” that Joseph Smith had of God the Father and Jesus is considered a cornerstone historical event in Mormonism. Should belief in this event be a deal-breaker for Mormons who want to be called “Christian”?
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Should Mormonism’s leaders be compared to the apostle Peter?
Converse with Latter-day Saints in recent years and you will very likely be told how they ought to be considered Christian. This is true, they say, because they hold Christ as their Savior. They may also claim to believe in salvation by grace and other doctrines accepted by Evangelical Christians.
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A Testimony in whom? Or what?
In the October 2025 general conference, several speakers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—including two general authorities—emphasized the efficacy of placing complete trust in the church’s leaders. Should trusting in human leaders be the best way to discern truth?
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Mormonism Is the Same As Christianity? 7 Questions To Ask
Regularly Latter-day Saints are making a claim that Mormonism is the same as Chrsitianity. Often, they do this by softening the doctrines so they are more appealing to Evangelical Christians. Here are 7 questions we can ask to make it clear that the teachings of the LDS Church do actually contradict biblical Christianity in important…
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Who Do General Conference Speakers Cite? Apologists or Authorities?
Many Latter-day Saints will defer to their apologists when they are discussing their faith with nonbelievers. Yet, when it comes to the church leadership at general conference, who are they more likely to cite: apologists or other general authorities?
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“After All We Can Do”: A Review of Dieter F. Uchtdorf’s Book
“After all we can do” is not just a saying from the Book of Mormon but the title of a book written by Apostle Dieter F. Uchtdorf. Let’s take a closer look reviewing the book.
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Articles On/by Mark Hofmann Scrubbed From Church Website
Mark Hofmann infamously forged a number of LDS documents that fooled many people, including the church leaders themselves. Electronic rticles published in the Ensign on this topic are now scrubbed. Why?
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Stop the Derogatory “Mormon” Chants–Now!
We at Mormonism Research Ministry decry the derogatory chants and hateful slogans that the BYU players, coaches and fans have had to endure, this season and in seasons past.
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A Guide to the Modern Translations Recommended by the LDS Church
In Decmeber 2019, the LDS Church declared that it would be profitable for its members to read modern translations of the Bible. Which versions? And what are the differences? Let’s talk a look at the possibilities of reading an easier-to-understand version of the Bible and help you see some of the strengths and weaknesses.
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Obituary: Jeffrey R. Holland
Jeffrey R. Holland, member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and later its president, passed away on December 27, 2025, due to kidney disease.
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Church Handbook Encourages Members To Read Several Modern English Translations
The leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have decided to encourage their members to read modern translations of the Bible in addition to the official King James Version (KJV). The change to the “General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints” was announced on December 16, 2025…
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Do the Amarna Letters support Alma 7:10?
Alma 7:10 talks about how the Savior would be born “at Jerusalem which is the land of our forefathers.” Obviously, Jesus was not born “at Jerusalem” but rather in Bethlehem. LDS apologists use the Amarna Letters to back the error found in the Book of Mormon. Is this a good argument?
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Chart for November 2025 Mormonism Researched newsletter
In the November 2025 Mormonism Researched, Eric Johnson makes reference to this chart describing the sources used by general authorities in the April 2025 General Conference.
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17th LDS Church President Russell M. Nelson, 101, Passes Away
Russell M. Nelson (9/9/1924-9/27/2025) passed away at his Salt Lake City home on Saturday night, September 27, 2025. He will be replaced by 93-year-old First Counselor of the First Presidency Dallin H. Oaks (born August 12, 1932), most likely at the October General Conference scheduled for this weekend. Nelson served as President of the Quorum…
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MRM Speaking Possibilities
How well prepared are your members able to engage with Latter-day Saints? If you would like to have a representative from MRM come to speak to your church on this topic, we are available with several possibilities!
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Review: Second Class Saints
A book titled “Second Class Saints” recently came out and covers the issue of the history of Blacks on the LDS Church. It’s worthwhile and it is recommended for your reading, with many insider information that you may not have known.
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Mediator Between God and Man
Do Latter-day Saints and Bible-believing Christians agree on the essential issues of the faith? The answer, quite simply, is no. This story of the teaching of an LDS seminary teacher illustrates the point.
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Studies Insist That Cup of “Joe” in Moderation Is Healthy
A number of medical studies, including those in the last few years, show that coffee—when consumed in moderation—can be healthy for a person in the long term. Such an idea is contrary to the teachings of Mormonism. One recent study presented at the American Society for Nutrition (ASN) reported in The New York Times has…
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3 Absolute Imperatives
NOTE: This article was published in the March/April 2025 Mormonism Researched newsletter, a free publication. To subscribe, please visit the registration site. Over the years, Latter-day Saint leaders have been very bold when it comes to some non-negotiable imperatives regarding the truthfulness of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The argument goes, and I…