Sunday Musings
Sunday Musings
Connor Boyack
Author Connor Boyack, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormons"), shares provoking questions and thoughtful analysis of scripture on issues ranging from agency and liberty to idolatry, secret combinations, culture, freedom, and more.
The Superficial Statements of Leftist Latter-day Saints
As more Mormons move to the political left, how are they reconciling their political and religious views?
Aug 23
38 min
Why I Oppose the Death Penalty (and Why You Should Too)
How has the Church's position on capital punishment changed over time, and what scriptures (if any) support it?
Aug 16
45 min
Ten Changes Joseph Smith Made to the Bible
Whether gruesome or glorified, Joseph made a wide range of edits to the King James Version. Here are ten worth mentioning.
Aug 9
42 min
The Nemenhah Record: True or False?
Is it possible that new scripture has been revealed sharing additional evidence about the people described in the Book of Mormon?
Aug 2
37 min
Ten Threats to Religious Freedom
For all the talk of its importance, how are we actually doing in defending religious freedom?
Jul 26
1 hr 10 min
Changing Definitions of Apostasy
A review of nearly a century of Church manuals highlights how fluid the definition of apostasy has been over time. What does that mean for us today?
Jul 19
1 hr
Are Women Excessively Validated?
The subjective experiences of Latter-day Saint women reveal a deep contrast in how they experience the Church. But could part of the problem stem from a slow stain of feminist opposition to accountability?
Jul 12
1 hr 2 min
Tim Ballard's Bad History
When faith-promoting stories of history turn into political pornography, what is the effect on the testimony and knowledge of those consuming this material?
Jul 5
1 hr
How the Church Celebrated America's Birthday… 50 Years Ago
How does this year's focus on America by the Church compare to what happened half a century ago? The answer may surprise you.
Jun 28
47 min
Why I'm Not Fasting for Religious Freedom
Do American Latter-day Saints even understand the religious liberty they're being asked by leaders to fast and pray for? (Not really.)
Jun 21
48 min
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