All Topics
12 topic areas · 93 total documents
Sola Scriptura
Scripture & Church Authority
Addresses the Protestant claim that the Bible alone is sufficient as the rule of faith. Covers the biblical case for living prophets, apostolic authority, canon formation, and the role of tradition — key topics in nearly every LDS-Protestant dialogue.
Trinity & Godhead
The Nature of the Three
Examines the biblical evidence for separate, distinct beings in the Godhead versus the Nicene creed formulation. Includes the hypostatic union, divine plurality, and why LDS understanding of God aligns more closely with the New Testament.
Apostasy & Restoration
The Great Falling Away
Presents the biblical and historical case for a universal apostasy following the death of the apostles, and the necessity of a divine restoration through Joseph Smith. Includes apostolic succession analysis and First Vision context.
Biblical Infallibility
Contradictions & Inerrancy
Examines the difference between infallibility and inerrancy, explores documented biblical contradictions, and explains why LDS theology does not require a perfectly inerrant Bible — providing a more historically honest view of scripture.
Nature of God
Physical Form & Deification
Defends the LDS understanding that God has a physical, glorified body, and that humans can become like God (theosis/deification). Shows this view is supported by early Christian writers, the Old Testament, and the New Testament alike.
Priesthood & Authority
Restored Divine Authority
Covers the biblical basis for the Melchizedek and Aaronic priesthoods, why authority must be conferred (not assumed), and the textual evidence from the Septuagint, Dead Sea Scrolls, and Church Fathers supporting the LDS position.
Comparative Religion
LDS vs. Catholic, Protestant & Calvinist
Side-by-side comparisons of LDS doctrine against Catholic, Protestant, Baptist, and Calvinist traditions. Includes a comprehensive refutation of Calvinist TULIP theology and identifies where LDS beliefs align with or diverge from other Christian traditions.
Salvation & Grace
Grace, Works & Agency
Addresses the relationship between grace and works, the necessity of baptism, the doctrine of agency, and responses to 'once saved always saved' and Calvinist predestination. Core to nearly every LDS-Protestant dialogue on salvation.
Plan of Salvation
Premortal Life, Afterlife & Eschatology
Covers the LDS understanding of where we came from, why we're here, and where we're going — premortal existence, degrees of glory, the spirit world, the Second Coming, and responses to rapture theology.
Defending the Faith
Responding to Common Criticisms
Responds to frequent attacks on the Church — cult accusations, polygamy, priesthood and race, 'false prophet' claims, and church history criticisms. Provides context and honest answers that put LDS history in perspective.
Epistemology & Testimony
How We Know Truth
Addresses the epistemological foundations of LDS testimony — spiritual witness, the role of the heart, and presuppositional apologetics. Responds to critics who dismiss spiritual knowledge as unreliable using Jeremiah 17:9 and other passages.
Missionary Tools
Dialogue Strategy & Sharing the Gospel
Practical tools for missionaries and members sharing the gospel — persuasion psychology, conversation strategies, the Book of Mormon invitation, and guides to ordinances like fasting and tithing that often come up in interfaith discussions.