Everyday Saints - Seeking and Finding Truth with Jack

02/27/25 • 34 min

In this episode, host Preston Purnell shares the profound faith journey of Jack, who details his upbringing in Kentucky and his exploration of various religious beliefs leading to his conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jack discusses the challenges he faced, including skepticism from family and friends, as well as the cultural adjustments required in his new faith.

He emphasizes the importance of seeking answers to his spiritual questions and how the teachings of the LDS Church provided clarity and purpose in his life. Jack reflects on the transformative power of faith and the sense of community he found within the church.

Join Preston and Jack as they explore the journey of self-discovery, overcoming opposition, and the happiness that comes from finding one's spiritual path.

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Join Preston and Jack as they explore the journey of self-discovery, overcoming opposition, and the happiness that comes from finding one's spiritual path.

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Jesus Christ and the Two Great Commandments.

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Preston explores the foundational beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, revealing how Jesus Christ's teachings shape discipleship. Their conversation examines the core principles of loving God and serving others.

The hosts discuss how Christ's ministry demonstrates grace and truth in action. They show how the two great commandments guide believers beyond religious ritual into authentic spiritual practice. Their dialogue illuminates how serving others becomes a pathway to deeper faith.

This episode provides insights into following Jesus Christ. Preston unpacks how the church serves as a vehicle for spiritual growth, showing listeners how discipleship means embracing both compassion and truth. Their message invites believers to see faith as an active journey of love, service, and continuous transformation.

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Joseph Smith Revelations - The Saints in The Rockies

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Preston Purnell examines Joseph Smith and claims that he was a false prophet. Preston addresses how non-LDS Christians often misinterpret Joseph Smith's prophecies due to misunderstandings of scripture and limited knowledge of Smith's life.

The episode covers:

How Deuteronomy's test of a prophet is commonly misapplied
Joseph Smith's fulfilled prophecy about the Saints' migration to the Rocky Mountains
Specific details Smith predicted about the Church's growth in the West
Why many documented prophecies are overlooked by critics
The importance of personal revelation in understanding Smith's prophetic role

Preston provides historical context for Smith's prophecies, explains how they were fulfilled despite persecution and apostasy, and encourages listeners to seek truth through their own spiritual inquiry rather than relying on critics' claims.