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Join host Casey Paul Griffiths—BYU Professor of Church History and Doctrine—on a journey to the very places where the heavens opened. Each podcast and video takes you on location to the sacred sites, historic cities, and significant landmarks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Made possible by Scripture Central.

  1. 4h ago

    How Joseph Smith Predicted the Civil War I The Complete Story (Restoration Revealed Episode 14)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt0:00 Introduction - D&C 87 The Revelation on War1:50 D&C 88 The Revelation on Peace2:54 Philadelphia, the Civil War, and World War7:00 Gettysburg8:55 The high water mark12:23 Slaves will rise up13:13 President Abraham Lincoln15:28 Standing in Holy PlacesChurch history expert and explorer, Casey Griffiths travels to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to uncover the truth behind several prophecies that Joseph Smith the prophet made about wars that would consume the United States and nations across the world. How well known were they to the people of Joseph's time period? Did they actually occur as he described them? Did Joseph predict additional wars beyond the Civil War?Doctrine and Covenants section 87 contains a prophecy about the Civil War given almost 30 years before the actual conflict. Specifically, the revelation foretold the division of the Southern and Northern states and the subsequent conflict, including slaves rising up against their masters. The revelation was given by Joseph Smith on December 25, 1832, in response to concerns about growing international troubles and the potential dissolution of the United States. In this episode Casey Griffiths will travel first to Kirtland, Ohio, where the Civil War prophecy was received. Joining him at his next stop in Pennsylvania is U.S. history expert Jared Riddick. While visiting the Gettysburg battle site, the two of them will discuss several facts from the Civil War contrasted with Joseph Smith's actual prophecy. Casey then travels to a military cemetery in Utah to offer his final verdict about the prophecies while visiting the grave site of his own relative, a Korean War military veteran. Come Follow MeRead more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=open+canon

  2. Oct 24

    What Secrets Does the Book of Revelation Contain? End Time Signs (Restoration Revealed Episode 13)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt0:53 The Book of Revelation AI with Stephen Jones 3:23 Revelation 4:6 The four beasts4:27 Revelation 12:9 The great dragon 5:27 Revelation 13:16-17 Mark of the beast 7:08 Revelation 21:8 The lake of fire and brimstone 8:25 D&C 77 Unlocking symbolism in The Book of Revelation 9:18 Gilgal Garden with Taylor Halverson 10:39 Lesson 1 Start thinking symbolically11:53 Keys to understanding Revelation15:10 Revelation is meant to comfort usIn this episode of Restoration Revealed, Casey Griffiths dives deep into section 77 of the Doctrine and Covenants for clues to unravel the confusing imagery contained in the Book of Revelation. Starting in Palmyra, New York, at E.B. Grandin Press, Casey finds his first clue: the location where Joseph Smith purchased the bible that inspired him to ask the Lord for further light and knowledge about specific passages in the Book of Revelation. From New York, Casey travels to the home office of Scripture Central in Thanksgiving Point, Utah. Here he performs a unique experiment using AI technology and the ancient words of the Book of Revelation to make some startling discoveries. Helping him in this discovery is a familiar face from Scripture Central, Stephen Jones from the "Let's Get Real with Stephen Jones" video podcast.Next Casey travels to downtown Salt Lake City to meet fellow colleague Taylor Halverson at a hidden garden containing odd sculptures and symbols related to the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Using the sculptures in the garden as an example of symbology, guest Taylor Halverson reveals four key principles that can be used to decipher the meaning behind some of the most confusing passages of scripture. It's episode 13 of Restoration Revealed. Join Casey Griffiths on his journey to uncover the secrets of the Book of Revelation!Come Follow MeRead more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=consecration

  3. Oct 17

    The Vision: The Plan of Salvation w/ Tyler Griffin (Restoration Revealed Episode 12)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt0:00 Introduction - Translation Room - The Vision Beginnings:28 John Johnson Farm Bible Translation1:30 Revelation of 6 Visions D&C 76 Intro4:25 Visit to Provo to see expert Tyler Griffin 5:00 Traditional Plan of Salvation Model7:10 The Three Pillars Model9:00 Ordinances Model10:45 State of Being Model16:05 Joseph Smith Model17:50 The Vision22:35 Knowing the Vision Helps Know God23:12 Official Plan of Salvation from the Church24:25 Springville Cemetery - Philo DibbleChurch history expert and explorer, Casey Griffiths goes on an in-depth journey to discover the secrets of the most prolific vision in Latter-day Saint theology, the vision of the three degrees of glory.Doctrine and Covenants 76 is a revelation received by Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon on February 16, 1832, in Hiram, Ohio. The revelation is taken from a 90 minute vision and outlines three degrees of glory in the afterlife and the steps necessary to attain each one. Join Casey as he travels to Ohio, Provo and Springville in search of keys to unlock the mysteries of the vision. In Provo, expert Tyler Griffin explains not only the traditional plan of Salvation model taught by missionaries but also several others.Discover key points of the vision that will give you a knowledge and understanding that connects you with deity like never before.Read more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=consecration

  4. Oct 10

    Open Canon: How God Still Speaks Today (Restoration Revealed Episode 11)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt0:00 Introduction – Kirtland, Hiram & the birthplace of new scripture0:46 Why the Book of Commandments wasn’t enough1:40 How “Doctrine and Covenants” got its name2:33 John Johnson home and the 1831 conference3:45 Section 1: A revelation written by the Lord Himself4:56 The concept of an open canon5:54 Visit to BYU’s Special Collections7:00 Early handwritten and printed revelations8:15 The rare 1833 Book of Commandments9:32 The 1835 edition & Lectures on Faith10:20 Major updates in 1876, 1921 & 198111:22 The digital age of scripture12:08 Temple reflection on open canon and personal revelationChurch history expert and explorer, Casey Griffiths visits the sacred sites where the Doctrine and Covenants was first created. At the John Johnson farmhouse and Kirtland printing office, he traces the dramatic history of how revelations to Joseph Smith were compiled, debated, and ultimately published—forming a living book of scripture that continues to grow today.At BYU's Special Collections, Casey examines rare early editions, including the 1833 Book of Commandments—nearly lost forever during mob violence. He walks us through the D&C’s evolution across nearly two centuries, from early hand-copied revelations to the fully digital version we now study on our phones.The journey ends at the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple, where Casey reflects on the Latter-day Saint belief in personal revelation and an open canon, and how both continue to shape lives today.Come Follow MeRead more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=open+canon

  5. Sep 26

    Do Latter-day Saints Still Live the Law of Consecration? (Restoration Revealed Episode 9)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytThe Law of Consecration was revealed to Joseph Smith in Kirtland, Ohio, in February 1831. Edward Partridge was appointed the first bishop to administer the law, tasked with receiving consecrated property and allocating stewardships. Initially, Church members were asked to voluntarily deed or consecrate their property to the Church. The Church would then assign stewardships of property to members, ensuring they had enough for their families' needs. Any remaining property would be kept for the benefit of those in need. The United Order was established in 1832 as a way to help manage the law, but it faced challenges and was not fully implemented due to disagreements and conflicts. With the challenges of the past, a single question remains. Are Latter-day Saints still required to live the Law of Consecration today? Find out how the Law of Consecration is in full effect today and helping people around the world with a variety of welfare needs.This episode covers events from Doctrine and Covenants 42 and features Scripture Central special guest Stephen Jones.Come Follow MeRead more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=consecration

  6. Sep 19

    D&C 37-38 I Temples are Vital for Gathering Before Christ's Return (Restoration Revealed Episode 8)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytOn January 2, 1831, Joseph Smith received a commandment through revelation to "go to the Ohio" and receive God's law. This revelation expanded on a prior commandment to move to Ohio, emphasizing the purpose of escaping the enemy and being gathered as a righteous people. The revelation also promised that in Ohio, he would receive God's law and be endowed with power from on high. Join Casey Griffiths as he explores Kirtland, Ohio, an old Hawaiian ghost town, and the island of Laie, Hawaii, in search of the connection between the temples of God and the Gathering of the Latter-day Saints before the Second Coming. This episode covers events from Come Follow Me Doctrine and Covenants 37 and 38.Read more here:https://scripturecentral.org/archive/articles/encyclopedia-entry/gathering

  7. Sep 12

    How Joseph Smith Designed One of the Most Complex Churches on Earth (Restoration Revealed Episode 7)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytThe Church was established on April 8, 1830. During that meeting Joseph Smith read a revelation that has had a profound effect upon the Church today. Join Casey Griffiths and John W. Welch as they explore a local Stake Center and see how Doctrine and Covenants 20 is being used in Church services today. Read more here:https://scripturecentral.org/knowhy/why-did-the-lord-quote-the-book-of-mormon-when-reestablishing-the-church

  8. Sep 5

    Understanding How the Melchizedek Priesthood Was Restored (Restoration Revealed: Episode 6)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytRead a short summary of John Thompson's paper here:https://scripturecentral.org/knowhy/how-was-the-melchizedek-priesthood-restoredRead John Thompson's paper here:https://interpreterfoundation.org/restoring-melchizedek-priesthood/Join Casey Griffths as he travels to locations and explores how the Melchizedek Priesthood was restored. There's various accounts about it's restoration that have confused members and even been used by critics to suggest that Joseph Smith made up the restoration. Casey meets with Scripture Central researcher John Thompson, who just published a paper that harmonizes all the various accounts and shows how the restoration of the priesthood was a step by step process, rather than a single event.

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Join host Casey Paul Griffiths—BYU Professor of Church History and Doctrine—on a journey to the very places where the heavens opened. Each podcast and video takes you on location to the sacred sites, historic cities, and significant landmarks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Made possible by Scripture Central.

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