Latter-day Ramblings
By Christina
You can reach me at: latterdayramblings@gmail.com
Latter-day RamblingsOct 03, 2022
Elder Renlund tells youth not to think!
The Problem with Forgiveness
The Problem of Evil & Mormonism
Thoughts on Oct 2022 Gen Con
Responding to 10 Questions for Atheists
Deseret News: "Help! Gen Z is losing their faith!"
Today I'll be discussing a Deseret News article about the declining faith of Gen Z which seeks to blame their parents. Strap in, it's a real doozy.
Brad Wilcox is Back at it Again
Oh boy. Today I discuss Brad Wilcox's recent youth fireside: strap in for a wild ride.
Dear Mormon Diary: Part 2
Today I analyze a letter I wrote to myself three years ago, about my doubts and anxieties relating to Mormonism.
Reacting to a Seminary Test
Ah, it's that time of year again. Seminary students all over the world are being forced to take a 'learning assessment'. Join me as I react and rant about the most recent one on the D&C!
Secular Ethics & Consumption
Today I'll ramble about my experience learning about secular ethics and ethical consumption.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction (Warning: Spoilers for The Good Place Season 3)
9:02 - The Problem of Evil, suffering of innocent beings; The Brothers Karamazov
19:28 - Philosophical context: Utilitarianism and Deontology
25:30 - Veganism; ethics and environmentalism
45:52 - Giving to charity; Effective Altruism
56:05 - Fast fashion; Final ramblings on Capitalism
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Dealing with Your Family as an Ex-Mormon
Today I discuss how to deal with family after leaving the church. It's not easy, so let's talk about it.
Gender Roles & Inequality
Today I'll discuss gender roles and gender inequality in the LDS church.
Brad Wilcox vs. Atheism & Spirituality
Today I'll discuss two clips from Brad Wilcox's recent youth fireside.
Sources:
Atheism vs Belief in God (youtu.be/jCxqDL7GSZA)
Personal Spirituality vs Organized Religion (youtu.be/E9mO1yOUfL8)
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The Censored Talk of 1984
Today I'll analyze Ronald E. Poelman's censored General Conference talk of 1984!
Here's a video comparing the original and revised version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yq7-juu6uQ
Chastity & Sexual Shame
Today I'll discuss the church's teachings on chastity and the sexual shame resulting from them.
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Story Time: Dear Mormon Diary...
Today I'll be reading a few old diary entries I wrote when I was Mormon. I'll discuss some early signs of disaffection with the church as well as phases of scrupulosity I experienced from ages 12-15.
Why Mormonism Is Not the "One True Church"
Today I'll discuss three reasons why Mormons claim that their church is the "only true and living church," and debunk them one by one.
Sources:
The Only True and Living Church | Dallin H. Oaks
Why I Left the Mormon Church | Tom Johnson
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Why People Leave... According to Mormons
Today I'll be going over some of the misconceptions Mormons have about why people leave the church.
Sources:
The Four Reasons Why People Leave the Church | Jeremy Goff
The Real Reason People Leave the Church | Jeremy Goff
Don't Leave Mormonism for Any of These Five Reasons | Greg Trimble
List of LDS Commandments | Recovering Agency
Correction at 13:41 - "I mean, the INTERNET is obviously not just a cesspool (...)"
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Modesty
Today I'll discuss modesty and why it's problematic.
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Personal Update #1
Today I get a little personal. I'll talk about my faith crisis, what it's like being PIMO, and what I believe now.
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From God's Perspective - A Song Analysis
Today I'll be analyzing Bo Burnham's brilliant song "From God's Perspective"! I'll discuss religion, morality, love, and much more!
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The Euthyphro Dilemma
Let's get philosophical! Why is good good? Because God commands it or because it just is?
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My Thoughts on General Conference April 2021
Today I discuss general conference! There's a lot to unpack here. Join me as I cover the seven most controversial talks!
0:00 - Intro
2:39 - Joy D Jones (indoctrination)
7:49 - Renlund (unfairness)
10:47 - Rasband (miracles)
13:17 - Nelson (faith and doubt)
25:11 - Andersen (abortion)
31:18 - Oaks (constitution)
37:28 - Bednar (principles)
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Mormon Primer: Four Perspectives on Controversial Issues (Full Audiobook)
This week I'll be reading the Mormon Primer, a great and well-researched introduction to the most controversial issues in Mormonism. The document covers four different perspectives on these issues: mainstream, critical, apologetic, and reconciled.
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To Doubt or Not to Doubt
Today I'll talk about how doubt is portrayed and stigmatized in the church.
Sources:
When Doubts and Questions Arise by Adam Kotter
Come Join With Us - Dieter F. Uchtdorf
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Tithing
Today I discuss tithing; its history, its purpose, and where the money goes.
Sources:
General Authority living allowance
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Joseph Smith's Polygamy - Pt. 2
In this episode, I conclude my two-part series on Joseph's polygamy. Today I focus on the question "Was polygamy of God?". I'll discuss the revelation itself, teachings of later prophets, and my own opinion.
Sources:
Plural Marriage in Kirtland and Nauvoo | Gospel Topics Essays
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Joseph Smith's Polygamy - Pt. 1
Today I'll discuss Joseph Smith's practice of polygamy. In this first part, I'll cover the basic historical facts you need to know.
Sources:
Plural Marriage in Kirtland and Nauvoo | Gospel Topics Essay
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Racism...
Today I'll go over the problematic history of racism within the LDS church and my thoughts on it.
Sources:
Race and the Priesthood | Gospel Topics Essay
Quotes of Racial Teachings | MormonThink
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Conditional Love
Today I'll discuss how the church teaches conditional love and the effect it has on us.
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Certainty and Uncertainty
Today I'll share a personal story and discuss the concepts of certainty and uncertainty from a religious perspective.
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Prophets and Fallibility
In this first episode, I'll be discussing my thoughts on prophets and their fallibility. What does it mean to be a prophet?
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