What is the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

How did The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints become what it is today? The history of Mormonism gets complicated pretty quickly once you go back to the beginning. In this clip, Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman dig into the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, from its early beginnings with Joseph Smith to the development of the religious movement now commonly associated with Mormonism and the LDS Church. The history matters because the origins of the church are directly connected to its beliefs, theology, and claims about Christianity. And depending on whether you’re hearing the story from a believer, a critic, or a historian, some of the same events can sound remarkably different. Nate and Dr. Joseph Tillman work through that history with curiosity, skepticism, and the occasional need to stop and acknowledge that church history is rarely as straightforward as the brochure version. It’s an honest and approachable conversation for Christians, skeptics, and anyone trying to understand where Mormonism came from and how it developed. Subscribe for weekly episodes and clips 🔔 Like the video if it made you think 👍 Comment with your thoughts or questions 🗨️ Share this with someone who would enjoy the conversation 📤 Full episode:    • Episode 197 - Mormonism Started With One V...   Website: https://wheniheardthispodcast.com/lin... Locals + X: @wheniheardthis Facebook + Instagram: @wheniheardthispodcast #Mormonism #LDS #ChurchHistory #JosephSmith #Christianity #Theology