You need to make sure you come in the springtime to see the Manti Temple open house. It has recently been renovated and had some restoration work done. It’s a Pioneer age temple that was actually finished before the Salt Lake Temple. It is in my opinion the most beautiful temple in Utah. The murals have a wonderful history. The whole building stirs the soul.
There's actually another pioneer meetinghouse still in use, the 2nd ward chapel. Regarding the exterior, it is a sister building to the 10th ward building, and it has its own stunning stain glass window at the back of the chapel. It's on the corner of 500 east and 700 south in Salt Lake City. Definitely worth a visit, if you get the chance.
I've loved following your journey as well as Paster Jeff's on the Hello Saints channel. Thank you for your sincerity in seeking understanding, and for being so respectful of our beliefs, especially those that in some ways isolate us from the rest of Christianity. It always saddens me when fellow Christians (as I see it), focus on those differences instead of what we have in common. Particularly in a time where we need each others support more than ever. Please continue being a standard bearer! The Yale Ward Building in Salt Lake City is another chapel you should visit. The chapel is so beautiful and also features a stunning stain glass mural of Christ.
The Lord in the last days will be found speaking and roaring his voice from out of Zion (Amos, Joel) , when you come to faith you will know where the Lord's Kingdom is to be found. The Two David's Snell and Alexander know what they are talking about, they are speaking the truth. In Zion is found the cornerstone, the keystone, and the foundations of prophet and apostles and you need all those in order to build the house of God.If you want to know what Latter-day Saints believe in and practice read the conference talks.
I’m a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and I’ve been so moved by your sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. I know what you’re learning about our church is different from some of the beliefs you grew up with, but I think your heart (and, of course the Holy Spirit) are drawing you back to this church. I’m so glad to hear that you’ve been able to see some historical sites and learn more about us. I’m also very happy to hear that you’re reading The Book of Mormon. I hope you’ll continue to open your heart to the further light and knowledge that the restored gospel of Jesus Christ can give you. Pres. Hinckley used to say “Bring all the truth you have with you and we’ll add to it.”
Well said. I’d like to add a response to David’s own question, Why do I feel this way?” Referring to his continued curiosity. I would suggest that this is the Spirit gathering the elect of Israel into the fold. Just as the Jews have been miraculously drawn to their homeland, the call to Israel to gather is occurring here and other parts of the world. You are of the House of Israel and the truths you are learning will resonate in your heart.
I so agree . He is a special spirit being drawn to the truths of Israel. I hope you pray with a true sincere heart and feel the Holy Ghost letting you know the Book of Mormon is true Joseph Smith is a prophet . The history is miraculous will prick your heart . Be receptive to the spirit and move forward . Lehi. Dream could not be made up no one could make that up . Everyone is somewhere on that path . I know you said your dad told you you have a relative who was a member of this church . The more you learn about the restored gospel the more you can see the truths . The reason we have water is because enemies of the church were putting posion in it . Joseph smith was with four people one his wife Emma . And they were going to receive the Holy Ghost and they were going to have Joseph Smith get the wine Which was grape juice. He was stopped by the savior and told not to buy from Any and go back and use water . It matter not what you use but that it is done with an eye single to God .
Just curious, what have you found brings you the most happiness in life? Is that something you talk about with your friends and family? For many members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, that answer is knowing that they can live with their families forever, or knowing that we have a Heavenly Father that loves us and that He sent his Son to bring us salvation. I cannot imagine not wanting to share that happiness with others, especially those that have clearly had a spiritual connection to the church and it's members.
I have the second what you said. I’ve been finding a lot of sensationalism with people visiting our church and trying to get CZcams views. This guy truly did us justice. 😇🙏🏻 I am impressed. I look forward to watching his future contant. ~ Dennis Schleicher
If more people were like David, this world would be a friendlier place. He’s an example of the “good fruits” that he so well explains in this video. Thanks for another great episode.
I am a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and love hearing your Protestant perspective. Thank you for sharing your experiences with a thoughtful and open-mind. The world is a better place because of you and your building of bridges between these two religious communities. ♥️
David has an ancestor that was LDS in his family history. I think this is actually why he might be looking at everything with more of an open mind and respect. 🙏🏻✨🕊️💜
This chapel is on the corner of 400 S and 800 E in Salt Lake City. We share a parking lot with the Chuck-a-Rama next door haha. The signs even say "10th Ward and Chuck-a-Rama parking only." I love this ward. The other rooms and buildings not shown are very interesting to visit and see also. All are welcome to join with us here any Sunday!
I’m a convert to the church of 26 years and I really appreciate your respectful videos. Pres. Hinckley was the prophet when i joined and I remember thinking, “why is everyone always so hyped up about this Gordon B. Hinckley guy? I later learned for myself what a great man he was. At the end of the day, the church teaches and focuses on the principles and values that make up a good, successful society and happy individuals: love for God, families, charity/service, kindness, forgiveness, love for others, and just overall living Christlike to the best of our abilities. The church has taught me the difference between being religious and being Christlike. And I think we should all strive to make sure, in our church endeavors, that we are being taught to live what is talked about, and not just knowing what is talked about. It’s not an easy church to be a member of because sometimes we do things that are hard: fulfilling a leadership calling, cleaning our church building on a Saturday, giving a talk at church, taking care of babies when we want to learn instead, and sometimes we just get butthurt Because our pride got the best of us. At the end of the day, I’m a better person because of this church.
Very well said, Sister. I joined the Church in 1966 when David O. McKay was the Prophet. Of all the Prophets since then, the one who touches this old lady’s heart the most is President Hinckley. I felt I had lost a personal friend when he died. President Nelson is doing a great job now. Do you think Dave will listen to the Holy Ghost and join the Church? He seems to be getting closer and closer. 😊
You are inspiring. I love your humility and being open minded. I feel your spirit. I live in St George , Utah. Thank you for coming to the Temple Open House.
Hi David! Thank you for sharing the story about when President Hinkley first gained his testimony that Joseph Smith had been called as a Prophet of God. President Hinkley was the leader of the Church when I was a missionary. It reminds me as a young missionary in Chicago of a time we encountered a man who invited us over to his home for a Gospel discussion, and then proceeded to vociferously attack Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon. He said all sorts of slanderous things and had a very loathing tone. I was rather shy, but felt impelled to open my mouth and share my beliefs. I recall speaking more boldly than I expected, and while I have no memory of exactly what I said, it had a visible impact because the person accosting us went entirely silent, and utterly stopped his tirade. My companion missionary looked at me with mouth literally agape. I recall clearly being filled with an overwhelming "burning in the bosom" which lasted for many hours thereafter (perhaps similar to what is described in Luke 24:32). The feeling was wonderful, warm, and powerful that filled my heart with the most uplifting sense of love and peace. It was perhaps the most incredible spiritual experience of my life and something I will always cherish as a direct witness of Joseph Smith's calling as Prophet of God, and the divinity of the Book of Mormon. I hope you don't mind me sharing with you as I always enjoy your wonderful channel and I know you are the right track spreading God's word. ⛪ 🤍 ✝
I have to say that your comment about church members fruits made me tear up. I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and I know we are not perfect but I truly try to let my “fruits” show I am a follower of Christ. I also see the fruits of our church. It brings so much joy to those who follow Christ and His church. I too have found the loudness and negativity of the things of the world. I teach in church in the women’s Relief Society and this thought always comes up about the world being loud and scary and negative but Christ and His true church brings peace and comfort. I have seen this so many times in my life. I love watching your videos. I have no idea how I came across them but it is inspiring you trying to be true to yourself and finding truth.
Gahhh… this video was too short! I was hanging on every word. I say this because I really appreciate your sincerity and open heart! Glad you were able to spend more time in Utah this trip! Whenever I go, I’m filled with the same wonder you described, and I’ve been a member now for 40 years (I’m a convert- joined the church in high school in California). Can’t wait for your next few videos!!!
I thought the same thing! Hanging on every word and when he said "alright that'll do it for this video" I was like wait what? No! Haha! He just has such a light about him as he talks so sincerely and with kindness and respect. It's rare these days among different religions, especially when a Protestant or other demoniation speaks about members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, or the church itself, so it's a breath of fresh air. Keep the videos coming, especially as you learn more about LDS! 🥰
David, when I saw you were doing a video on the LDS 10th Ward in SLC I had to watch it with interest. This is the first time I have ever made a comment on any video. My parents were members of the LDS 10th Ward when I was born in 1945 a few months after Japan was bombed. My father was serving in the miliary at the time. I was raised attending this chapel. I new it intimately and your review brought home many fond memories. As a teenager I actually had the opportunity to play the pipe organ. The stain glass window of Christ knocking on the door without a doorknob brings home the fact that WE have to open the door from our side to let Christ into our lives. Thank you for making this video.
Loved your reference to the book of Ether and Gordon B. Hinckley, the prophet of my youth and young adulthood. Thank you for sharing your experience. From Texas- Andrew
Seeing my old Ward building when I lived right off the Eagle Gate next to Brigham Young's resting place was incredible. I lived in Salt Lake for 11 years. During that time, I learned about the church's history firsthand.. I now live in Vermont, about 35 miles from the birthplace of Joseph Smith. After our last flood in July of this year, I learned so much about the strength and endurance of Vermonters and the mindset of Joseph Smith and his family. So much of the Church is about "making and do" and surviving under dire circumstances. It's also about family and faith. As I have lived in Vermont for 41 years, I have come to love the people. As would be, Vermonters are so much like Utahns, except more modern and outspoken. They pretty much take life as it comes, complaints are few, and "doing" is the norm. I live in Vermont primarily because of the smog in Salt Lake and the number of people, but I do love Utah. I hope you can visit Vermont and experience the beauty and people here. In many ways, you are a lot like Joseph Smith. Before he organized the Church, he visited many. When I was very young, without my parents I too was a member of different churches. Your journey is wonderful, and we appreciate your open-mindedness. Take Care.
I don't know if you have already done this but I would suggest going to the LDS Church on the first Sunday of the new month, that is the day people are invited to bare their testimonys.
Next time you’re in Utah, one of my favorite tours was the humanitarian center … I think it’s combined w Welfare Square tour now. It’s amazing how much the church does worldwide.
I've been to SLC dozens and dozens of times and seen all the church sites there are to see but never knew about the old pioneer chapple. I'd love to go visit some time! President Hinkley was the prophet when I was a kid and his messages were always so kind, loving, and showed the love of God. His influence on family values have shaped my family today for the better! Thanks for sharing and being a good Christian.
My pioneer great great grandfather started a brickyard after emigrating from England. He and his sons provided a lot of the bricks for the 10th Ward Chapel
I am SO happy that you got to have these amazing experiences!! I live in CA and really would have loved to have gone to the Orem Temple open house and the St George one too! I’ll just have to go to do service there when we ever go n visit. Southern Utah is so beautiful too! Have you ever seen it before this trip? I love the red rock! I am even more glad that you’re being touched and led by the spirit and not being swayed by nay sayers! You of all people have seen what it’s like in pretty much EVERY church out there!! By their fruits ye shall know them is TRULY important because who people are spills out of them. THANK YOU for sharing your whole journey with us all!! ❤
I have visited SLC many times but never knew of that chapel. Thanks for the tip! Going to visit next time I am down there. As always, enjoy your series so much. Thank you for your objectivity. Gordon B. Hinckley was and is one of my most beloved prophets. The love he exuded towards everyone was immense. Such a humble man, sweet, and also quite folksy funny. ; ). My children were teenagers when He was prophet. He was a perfect fit for their time in their lives as well. I love all of our prophets, but some speak more to me in certain times of my life. Thank you again. I love learning about different religions as well.
David, I would first say this, “I am LDS and I love your CZcams adventure. Your mind is open and that is a blessing. You shared “the verse” from Matthew warns of false Prophets, which there are and have been many, but the statement also raises the question, “if there are all these false prophets wouldn’t a benevolent loving Father provide at least one, if not more, true prophet?”” I would also say the negative you have seen has always been in existence to the light. Fear breeds darkness, darkness abhors light. Always seek the light. My experiences have been many including returning twice from death. The gospel if Jesus Christ is true, it is real, and it is life and light. Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living Father. May your days be blessed always. May the grace and mercy of the Lord be upon you alway. Your brother in Christ, Dave
I love seeing your curious and respectful approach to learning about our faith. May the Lord bless you for your humility and desire to follow Him, wherever that may take you.
I loved your insights. Thank you for your bringing out the good in everyone and noticing the damage that “witch hunting” mentalities can do to the Earth. Focusing on the fruit is far more beneficial to God’s kingdom than anything else.
Thank you for your respectful tone, open mind and heart and intellectual honesty. As you continue to sincerely read The Book of Mormon, God will guide you. Have a great day.
You're intuitive to notice things like the fruits, beehive, and so forth. Thanks for sharing! Looking forward to your thoughts on the two Temple Open Houses. If you wanted to visit Utah again, there are many more Temples in the works that should have Open Houses coming up in the not too distant future: Red Cliffs Temple Open House: Thursday, February 1, through Saturday, March 2, excluding Sundays. Manti Temple Open House: Thursday, March 14, through Friday, April 5, 2024, excluding Sundays. Deseret Peak (Tooele) Utah Temple Open House: TBA Layton Utah Temple Open House: TBA Taylorsville Utah Temple Open House: TBA Syracuse Utah Temple Open House: TBA
Thanks for your unbiased and well informed videos. In my family of 6 siblings, 3 are L.D.S. and 3 are Protestant. We chat with each other (group text) nearly every day. When asked about the history of the L.D.S. Church & different sects, I've referred my Protestant siblings to your videos. Great job David 👍
Thank you for your respectful reporting of your experiences in the different religious faiths in our Country. These religious traditions are what make America great. I'm a member of the CJCLDS. I appreciate your interest and fair commentary on our faith. The fullness of the Gospel of our Savior, Jesus Christ, is a beautiful thing to guide one's life by. I want to share my personal testimony of the truth you will find in the CJCLDS. God the Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ, know us as individuals. They care deeply about us and want the very best for us in this life. The Holy Spirit is there for those who live their lives in accordance with the Gospel. I am thankful to have the restored Gospel in my life. I leave this testimony with you in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, Amen. Thank you, Brother. 😊
Please look into David Alexander and his experience learning about the Church and comparing it to his evangelical beliefs and the Bible. It's so uplifting and enlightening!
If you have the opportunity, you should visit Nauvoo IL. Specifically, Old Nauvoo and the historic sites there. I've been there several times and it's one of my favorite places to visit
Hi David, If you're interested in some of the history behind why Latter-day Saints in the US typically use water, I would recommend reading D&C 27. The verse that I would emphasize is verse 2 - in it, Christ indicates that the purpose behind the Sacrament is what's important, not what is eaten or drunk. I've heard that areas of the world with less-safe water sources use liquids are used in place of water. For example, in Mexico, soda is often used instead of water. Hope this helps! And thank you for your honest curiosity! It's refreshing :)
I have loved watching your journey in these videos. Thank you for sharing your sincere thoughts on what you have seen and felt. It is truly appreciated in this day and age when it can be hard to find others who don't ridicule or who do try to understand what we believe as members in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I also love that you have learned a little about President Hinckley. I have received my own special affirmations through the years that our Heavenly Father is aware of us and that we are so very blessed to have a living prophet on this earth today. Almost 26 years ago, I sang in one of the sessions of General Conference as a member of the Mormon Youth Chorus- a choir that doesn't exist anymore in the church. I came to General Conference that day with a prayer in my heart, seeking answers as I was 2 weeks away from getting married (in the Salt Lake Temple), and my fiancé and I were trying to work out some things that couples getting married often have to do, and we weren't quite seeing eye to eye. I had known before we had ever met that this man was different and that he was "the one"; as silly as that sounds, impressions only the spirit could give were hard to deny over and over again. His mom, my coworker, had mentioned writing him as he was currently serving a mission for the church. We wrote for 4 months until he got home from his mission and got engaged 2 months later. So that day, as we sang one of the songs in that session of General Conference, President Hinckley turned around to face my side of the choir and looked right at me as our eyes met. A few years later, I was looking through The Ensign (former church magazine) at the particular month that shared talks from this particular General Conference and was astounded to find a picture of President Hinckley on one of the pages looking to his right (where I sat up in the choir). The caption below it said, "In a contemplative scene, President Gordon B. Hinckley listens to a choir number during a conference session." Knowing all of this that transpired while making the biggest decision one can make in life has carried me through the hard times in our marriage and in my personal life...we did end up getting married. By the next morning of General Conference, my fiancé and I had both received answers, again, through the Lord's apostles in talks we heard and read. You are in good hands, going forward with a desire to learn and be open to what else is out there. I hope the best for you!
I like the van approach. David Alexander ‘lives’ in a van and broadcasts from it. Check him out. “Delighting in lds truths”. He was an evangelical for 47 years.
I really admire what you are doing! I really appreciated your reference to fruit. The fruit of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for me is that, as I humbly listen and apply the teaching of prophets such as Gordon B. Hinckley, I feel greater joy in my life because their teachings point me to Christ. My trials don't go away, but they become lighter as I can see the eternal view and purpose for our lives, and the light of truth is unmistakable and undeniable. In a world of dissension and conflicting ideals, many such ideals fighting the truths of the Bible, we desperately need a prophet to lead us back to Christ!
Brother. As a member of the LDS faith, what I believe to the the living Church of Christ, I am sending prayers your way. I believe the Lord will bless you, and all those that seek to find his word. Questions will come up, and in time they will be answered, sometimes only after faith.
I really enjoy your visits to the different Churches… I especially love when you come to Utah and visit Temple Square, General Conference and the historic Pioneer Ward. Side note….I finished reading your book last night. You are not only entertaining but you gave me a lot to think about.
Thank you for your open mindedness as a protestant learning more about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It’s very refreshing as a member to see it. I understand you may have reservations with certain teachings or doctrines, but it’s great to see you are open to hearing both sides and considering both sides perspectives. Like you mentioned by the fruits you shall know them. The book of mormon is the fruit of the Prophet Joseph smith. All though we believe Joseph did not write the book of mormon, we believe it was through him the book was translated. As such the book of mormon is the keystone of our religion. If the Book of Mormon is true then Joseph Smith was a true prophet and servant of God used to restore Christ’s Church in latter days. If the book of mormon is false then Joseph Smith is a false prophet. I hope you are able to prayerfully receive an answer to your true hearts desires to know the truth. God Bless.
There are many people of other Christian faiths that harshly criticize The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. This is simply good vs. evil. Satan is putting on a good fight against the light of Christ and His people. I love to see your observations. By Their Fruits ye shall know them. I'm glad to see that you see the good fruits of The Chiurch of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and I would love to see you join with we the happy people!
That intro… Thank you David. You have done so much to help the world understand us better. It makes me emotional watching your videos, witnessing your deep care, respect, and Christ-like light that shines so bright. Thank you
Thanks David for a great video! I’m a lifetime member and never heard about the 10th ward chapel! Next time you’re in Salt Lake I definitely recommend going to the Pioneer Memorial Museum that is run by the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. It is full of original pioneer artifacts including items that belonged to Joseph Smith. The museum also houses thousands of individual histories written by descendants of the pioneers. It is a hidden gem!!
Thank you for sharing and for your genuine and respectful way to learn about the church and to show the world these wonderful truths of the gospel of Jesus Christ!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts in such a kind way. You seem like a wonderful Christian man. There are a lot of people out there who never bother to try and understand us and what we believe. I’m grateful to see someone who is genuinely interested in understanding. We’re more similar than we are different and I have a very firm testimony in Christ, God, The Holy Ghost, and the plan of redemption.
So grateful for your respectful and spiritual approach to sharing your experiences with the Church and faith that I love. Your perspective is so in tune with the Holy Spirit and I loved your comments about building each other up instead of the witch hunt that exists in some corners of the Christian body. I’m a life-long Latter-day Saint who grew up on the East Coast, and I’ve experienced plenty of ridicule, but I’m so uplifted by people like you who come with open arms to join together as we all strive to be more like Jesus.
God declared, “ By the mouth of two or three witnesses shall all truth be established” …. we should not be surprised that there is another testament of Jesus Christ the Book of Mormon, to support the Bible’s New and Old Testaments. Love you brother! Keep searching and pray to God to show you truth it’s out there waiting for those who truly want it.
Hey as a member of this church i just want to say you are one of the most impressive people i've ever come across. I wish you the best luck on your journey and appreciate how open and loving you are towards other people. You are a true disciple of Christ and it shows.
Bro. David… I enjoy listening to your informed comments on the LDS Church and things surrounding it. I think you have had many spiritual experiences surrounding the church. Maybe the Lord is speaking to you and he would like you to be a greater instrument in his hands by becoming a member of the LDS church.
I always love watching your videos, you do such a great job especially on the LDS videos. I really appreciate the intriguing insights you provide into my faith. I am very impressed with your thoughts, approach and especially your honesty. Keep up the good content 👍🏼
If you haven't been there already, be sure and visit a Bishop's Storehouse and Welfare Square, A cannery, The Humanitarian Center, (The Sort Center) The warehouse for the Bishop's Storehouses that are found across the country, on the west side of the SaltLakeCity. Don't miss the Catholic church Cathedral Of The Madeleine. It was restored several years ago with the help of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and it's also historic to Salt Lake City.
The video ended with mention of President Hinckley and his desire to link past and present. Here is an interesting factoid that is touching in that regard...when the Conference Center was opened we learned the wood for the pulpit came from a tree in President Hinckley's yard. We are reminded often of our revered latter-day prophets.
David, I really enjoy your sincere comments about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints. What a breath of fresh air. Your commentary on Matthew 7: 15-16 is super insightful. I do believe that it is by our "fruits" that we will be known, all of us. Those verses are especially powerful in the context of prophets and false prophets. Matthew truly gives us the formula for finding true prophets and discerning from the false ones. Thank you for another video, well done. When the Salt Lake Temple is re-dedicated, visitors will be allowed to enter, much like our other temple open houses. Make sure you make the trip to see it, the Salt Lake Temple is amazing inside. It is a monument to the Lord, and a symbol of our faith. It took 40 years to the day to complete. May God continue to bless you in your journey brother.
Good deal, dude. You probably don't like the comparison, but you're where Jeff McCullough started out with HELLO SAINTS, kind of, and then he went into: "Let's try and convert the Mormons" phase so, it's cool to see your curiosity rather than criticism. So, you got to do another Open House? That's good to hear. I think most of us that saw your last video of going through a temple open house were rather disappointed, not with your video, but that there wasn't much context provided with your visit. A self-guided tour doesn't help you understand what you're looking at at all so, surely, you're most recent open house someone walked through with you and gave you some information on exactly what you were looking at and why the structure even exists. As usual, your respect is much appreciated, not only for Latter-day Saints, but also the other various churches you visit, taking the time to just hear someone's story. Jeff has a lot he can learn from you. If you're still rather curious about Latter-day Saints from the perspective of someone who converted, I mean all LDS are converts, but you should take a look at David Alexanders channel and he even provides and email address you can communicate with him through which he actually checks and reads and responds. I'm sure he'd be happy to talk with you and likely have you on his channel and be on yours. Good guy. He's not a Jeff McCullough fan which means he'll like you because you're curiousity is much more respectful, check him out and hit him up, y'all can be Protestant buddies
I knew pretty quickly what Jeff was doing, I met people like him before. Despite the hype around him, I was unimpressed. I only saw one perhaps two videos he had up. I like David because he comes across as sincere.
God bless you David! You’re a humble servant of the Lord and your videos bear the same fruits of which you spoke. The Spirit of God is working in and thru you. Much love to you my brother in Christ.
I've loved following your journey. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to hearing your impressions of St. George, the temple, and visitor's center. I served there as a young sister missionary from '98-'00 so it's special to me.
I loved it when Mike Wallace interviewed him on 60 Minutes where most people would be a nervous wreck with direct questions that might have been uncomfortable for most, but President Hinkley won over Mike's heart & respect...they became good friends
Thank you for your work and for your geniune ineterest to know about many religions. I am very happy with my LDS Church and we respect other religions too. I enjoy your videos, specially when our Church is visited. 🤗
Great video once again!! That's so awesome you went to Utah. I want to go to Utah and Idaho. My sister and my brother in law are going to Utah in the Spring for vacation and I'm so jealous 🤣. I need to make a trip there to see the LDS sites. I find it interesting also!
The Tenth Ward was where I attended from my youth. Across the street is the M. Lynn Bennion Elementary that replaced the Webster School that I attended beginning in 1946. In a previous episode you talked about Gilgal Garden that was started the year prior. On the corner of the block south of the Tenth Ward is a church that was originally built in 1947 for the deaf community of which my parents belonged. I attended weekday primary after school in the Tenth ward chapel and classrooms in the schoolhouse wing, as well as then Junior Sunday School. I was baptized in the Tabernacle on Temple Square. The Baptistry has been closed since then. I attended church there until after 1967. The Tenth ward was one of the original sponsors of Scouting - Troop 6. of which I was a Scoutmaster until 1968. I was there when Gilgal garden was almost completed. I remember when the Semi and the Crane was brought in to place the white shaft on the east side of the garden. It represents the "key" of the priesthood and the various lengths represent the various quorums that are in the priesthood.
Hi. Glad to see your continuing on this. Your journey has actually been beneficial to alot based on comments and has mellowed out some because of the simple passion and spirit in how you present yourself. One thing though? Why are you continuing to refer to yourself as a protestant? The protestant church was a rebellion against the ruling christian theocracy. When the Catholic hierarchy became more powerful than kings throughout the world, people rebelled for both temporal and spiritual debauchery that was prevalent. Many men yelled "Lo here and lo there" but all the splinters were based on the fundamentals and prevalent traditions that had been tainted, politicized and tweaked to accommodate the views of the time.(just like today). So now you know something, something that enhanced your understanding on a level inside you've never considered. In the book"Jonathan Livingston seagull" He becomes aware that there truly is a higher purpose and an unquenchable need for more truth grows within him until his translation and he is fully able to see where lack of knowledge and a dismal state of status quo permeates lives of those with no inward desire to their own destruction. You have stepped above this, you have filled your existence with the bread of life and have savored it's ability to fill your cup. I believe, my friend, it is time to get a much bigger cup! You are no longer a protestant but a disciple of our Lord and Savior. There is nothing in your past that can replace or indeed expand on the gifts that you now have. There is no looking back without knowing you will never be complete as you are now. There is so much more! It is neverending it is never failing! Thanks for sharing your passions and testimony. It truly edifies all who listen. 😊
@@_Squiggle_ it worked in the past but no longer. It's like a university professor claiming he's comfortable in kindergarten. But yes, I do get your point.
Very mych enjoy your videos. I feel your sincerity and appreciate it. I feel from the things I've heard you say that your are being drawn to the LDS Church even led to it. I will be very interested to see the miraculous change and joy it brings to your life when you get baptized (should you make the choice)... (which you should....hope you will begin to sincerely pray for answers to know the truthfulness of the Church)...why not? You've already come this far.😊
Another place you could visit is the Light of the World garden at Thanksgiving Point. Our family just went there Saturday night for their Christmas Luminaria event. I venture they have more lights than anyone in the country. But the highlight is this special garden with 15 scenes from the life of Christ using 35 monument sized bronze sculptures spread out over 2.5 acres tastefully highlighted with simple, classic lanterns. Talk about putting Christ in Christmas. Of course you’d need to come during the Christmas season. It was a great family event. Very crowded to. Love your videos. Thanks for being so curious and respectful.
I hope you got to tour the Tabernacle while you were here! I’ve had the privilege of singing there once and it is a really cool building, especially the story behind it being built in the 1800’s
We have so enjoyed your program & having an open heart about the good in all churches. You might want to check out the open house at the Red Cliffs Temple near St George Utah on Feb. 1st through Mar. 2nd, excluding Sundays. It's best to fly into Vegas Airport as St George is only 2 hrs north. You would have homes to stay & eat there.... Onward & upward young man of God!
Are you familiar with why Brigham Young chose the location he did? Before leaving for Salt Lake, yes they had studied maps and descriptions of areas from people such as Jim Bridger and the like but Joseph Smith appeared to Brigham Young in a vision and showed him right where they needed to put down roots and establish church headquarters. You might also look into an experience in Illinois where different people were trying to say they should be the leaders of the church, yet the visage of Joseph Smith fell upon Brigham Young and only those who were spiritually prepared could see that.
If you ever get the chance to visit Cove Fort in central/southern Utah at the intersection of I-15 and I-70 President Hinckley's Grandfather, Ira Hinckley was called by Brigham Young to build Cove Fort. It is an amazing place to take a tour of.
I'll second that. President Hinckley spoke there in 1996 for an anniversay celebration. It was hot and very windy, but awesome to be there knowing how special the area was to him.
Since you have discovered how fascinating the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is, I would suggest you visit Nauvoo and Carthage, Illinois.
Thank you for your videos and your insights. I pray the Lord spirit is with you throughout your journey :-) seek and ye shall find, knock and it will be opened unto you :-)
There is a beautiful old church building in Brigham City, Utah. It has a huge stained glass window in the east wall; might be worth your while to go see it. It is at the corner of 200 N. & 200 West. Brigham is about an hour north of SLC.
What did you think? Any other historic churches that would be visiting? Let me know your comments below, would love to hear them.
You need to make sure you come in the springtime to see the Manti Temple open house. It has recently been renovated and had some restoration work done. It’s a Pioneer age temple that was actually finished before the Salt Lake Temple. It is in my opinion the most beautiful temple in Utah. The murals have a wonderful history. The whole building stirs the soul.
I really enjoy your videos. You seem sincere in your learning experience. I hope you keep coming back.❤
There's actually another pioneer meetinghouse still in use, the 2nd ward chapel. Regarding the exterior, it is a sister building to the 10th ward building, and it has its own stunning stain glass window at the back of the chapel. It's on the corner of 500 east and 700 south in Salt Lake City. Definitely worth a visit, if you get the chance.
I've loved following your journey as well as Paster Jeff's on the Hello Saints channel. Thank you for your sincerity in seeking understanding, and for being so respectful of our beliefs, especially those that in some ways isolate us from the rest of Christianity. It always saddens me when fellow Christians (as I see it), focus on those differences instead of what we have in common. Particularly in a time where we need each others support more than ever. Please continue being a standard bearer!
The Yale Ward Building in Salt Lake City is another chapel you should visit. The chapel is so beautiful and also features a stunning stain glass mural of Christ.
The Lord in the last days will be found speaking and roaring his voice from out of Zion (Amos, Joel) , when you come to faith you will know where the Lord's Kingdom is to be found. The Two David's Snell and Alexander know what they are talking about, they are speaking the truth.
In Zion is found the cornerstone, the keystone, and the foundations of prophet and apostles and you need all those in order to build the house of God.If you want to know what Latter-day Saints believe in and practice read the conference talks.
I’m a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and I’ve been so moved by your sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. I know what you’re learning about our church is different from some of the beliefs you grew up with, but I think your heart (and, of course the Holy Spirit) are drawing you back to this church. I’m so glad to hear that you’ve been able to see some historical sites and learn more about us. I’m also very happy to hear that you’re reading The Book of Mormon. I hope you’ll continue to open your heart to the further light and knowledge that the restored gospel of Jesus Christ can give you. Pres. Hinckley used to say “Bring all the truth you have with you and we’ll add to it.”
Well said. I’d like to add a response to David’s own question, Why do I feel this way?” Referring to his continued curiosity. I would suggest that this is the Spirit gathering the elect of Israel into the fold. Just as the Jews have been miraculously drawn to their homeland, the call to Israel to gather is occurring here and other parts of the world. You are of the House of Israel and the truths you are learning will resonate in your heart.
I so agree . He is a special spirit being drawn to the truths of Israel. I hope you pray with a true sincere heart and feel the Holy Ghost letting you know the Book of Mormon is true Joseph Smith is a prophet . The history is miraculous will prick your heart . Be receptive to the spirit and move forward . Lehi. Dream could not be made up no one could make that up . Everyone is somewhere on that path . I know you said your dad told you you have a relative who was a member of this church . The more you learn about the restored gospel the more you can see the truths . The reason we have water is because enemies of the church were putting posion in it . Joseph smith was with four people one his wife Emma . And they were going to receive the Holy Ghost and they were going to have Joseph Smith get the wine Which was grape juice. He was stopped by the savior and told not to buy from
Any and go back and use water . It matter not what you use but that it is done with an eye single to God .
Stop trying to convert everyone and just be kind to people. You can be kind without trying to convert them!!!
Just curious, what have you found brings you the most happiness in life? Is that something you talk about with your friends and family? For many members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, that answer is knowing that they can live with their families forever, or knowing that we have a Heavenly Father that loves us and that He sent his Son to bring us salvation. I cannot imagine not wanting to share that happiness with others, especially those that have clearly had a spiritual connection to the church and it's members.
I have the second what you said. I’ve been finding a lot of sensationalism with people visiting our church and trying to get CZcams views. This guy truly did us justice. 😇🙏🏻 I am impressed. I look forward to watching his future contant.
~ Dennis Schleicher
If more people were like David, this world would be a friendlier place. He’s an example of the “good fruits” that he so well explains in this video. Thanks for another great episode.
I am a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and love hearing your Protestant perspective. Thank you for sharing your experiences with a thoughtful and open-mind. The world is a better place because of you and your building of bridges between these two religious communities. ♥️
David has an ancestor that was LDS in his family history. I think this is actually why he might be looking at everything with more of an open mind and respect. 🙏🏻✨🕊️💜
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This chapel is on the corner of 400 S and 800 E in Salt Lake City. We share a parking lot with the Chuck-a-Rama next door haha. The signs even say "10th Ward and Chuck-a-Rama parking only." I love this ward. The other rooms and buildings not shown are very interesting to visit and see also. All are welcome to join with us here any Sunday!
I’m a convert to the church of 26 years and I really appreciate your respectful videos. Pres. Hinckley was the prophet when i joined and I remember thinking, “why is everyone always so hyped up about this Gordon B. Hinckley guy? I later learned for myself what a great man he was. At the end of the day, the church teaches and focuses on the principles and values that make up a good, successful society and happy individuals: love for God, families, charity/service, kindness, forgiveness, love for others, and just overall living Christlike to the best of our abilities. The church has taught me the difference between being religious and being Christlike. And I think we should all strive to make sure, in our church endeavors, that we are being taught to live what is talked about, and not just knowing what is talked about. It’s not an easy church to be a member of because sometimes we do things that are hard: fulfilling a leadership calling, cleaning our church building on a Saturday, giving a talk at church, taking care of babies when we want to learn instead, and sometimes we just get butthurt
Because our pride got the best of us. At the end of the day, I’m a better person because of this church.
Very well said!
Very well said, Sister. I joined the Church in 1966 when David O. McKay was the Prophet. Of all the Prophets since then, the one who touches this old lady’s heart the most is President Hinckley. I felt I had lost a personal friend when he died.
President Nelson is doing a great job now.
Do you think Dave will listen to the Holy Ghost and join the Church? He seems to be getting closer and closer. 😊
You are inspiring.
I love your humility and being open minded. I feel your spirit.
I live in St George , Utah.
Thank you for coming to the Temple Open House.
It’s amazing how sensitive this guy is to the Spirit of God!
Hi Alec
Yup, found that out on his vid first time LDS.
He had all of us on my end roped and tied since👍
Hi David! Thank you for sharing the story about when President Hinkley first gained his testimony that Joseph Smith had been called as a Prophet of God. President Hinkley was the leader of the Church when I was a missionary. It reminds me as a young missionary in Chicago of a time we encountered a man who invited us over to his home for a Gospel discussion, and then proceeded to vociferously attack Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon. He said all sorts of slanderous things and had a very loathing tone. I was rather shy, but felt impelled to open my mouth and share my beliefs. I recall speaking more boldly than I expected, and while I have no memory of exactly what I said, it had a visible impact because the person accosting us went entirely silent, and utterly stopped his tirade. My companion missionary looked at me with mouth literally agape. I recall clearly being filled with an overwhelming "burning in the bosom" which lasted for many hours thereafter (perhaps similar to what is described in Luke 24:32). The feeling was wonderful, warm, and powerful that filled my heart with the most uplifting sense of love and peace. It was perhaps the most incredible spiritual experience of my life and something I will always cherish as a direct witness of Joseph Smith's calling as Prophet of God, and the divinity of the Book of Mormon. I hope you don't mind me sharing with you as I always enjoy your wonderful channel and I know you are the right track spreading God's word.
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I have to say that your comment about church members fruits made me tear up. I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and I know we are not perfect but I truly try to let my “fruits” show I am a follower of Christ. I also see the fruits of our church. It brings so much joy to those who follow Christ and His church. I too have found the loudness and negativity of the things of the world. I teach in church in the women’s Relief Society and this thought always comes up about the world being loud and scary and negative but Christ and His true church brings peace and comfort. I have seen this so many times in my life. I love watching your videos. I have no idea how I came across them but it is inspiring you trying to be true to yourself and finding truth.
Gahhh… this video was too short! I was hanging on every word. I say this because I really appreciate your sincerity and open heart! Glad you were able to spend more time in Utah this trip! Whenever I go, I’m filled with the same wonder you described, and I’ve been a member now for 40 years (I’m a convert- joined the church in high school in California).
Can’t wait for your next few videos!!!
I agree! I always want to hear more from him! I want his videos to be longer!
I thought the same thing! Hanging on every word and when he said "alright that'll do it for this video" I was like wait what? No! Haha! He just has such a light about him as he talks so sincerely and with kindness and respect. It's rare these days among different religions, especially when a Protestant or other demoniation speaks about members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, or the church itself, so it's a breath of fresh air. Keep the videos coming, especially as you learn more about LDS! 🥰
Kinda crazy organ music wasn’t it?
I love President Hinckley. He’s been such a blessing and source of strength in my life.
David, when I saw you were doing a video on the LDS 10th Ward in SLC I had to watch it with interest. This is the first time I have ever made a comment on any video. My parents were members of the LDS 10th Ward when I was born in 1945 a few months after Japan was bombed. My father was serving in the miliary at the time. I was raised attending this chapel. I new it intimately and your review brought home many fond memories. As a teenager I actually had the opportunity to play the pipe organ. The stain glass window of Christ knocking on the door without a doorknob brings home the fact that WE have to open the door from our side to let Christ into our lives. Thank you for making this video.
Good to hear from you Dwight. - Dale
Loved your reference to the book of Ether and Gordon B. Hinckley, the prophet of my youth and young adulthood. Thank you for sharing your experience. From Texas- Andrew
Seeing my old Ward building when I lived right off the Eagle Gate next to Brigham Young's resting place was incredible. I lived in Salt Lake for 11 years. During that time, I learned about the church's history firsthand.. I now live in Vermont, about 35 miles from the birthplace of Joseph Smith. After our last flood in July of this year, I learned so much about the strength and endurance of Vermonters and the mindset of Joseph Smith and his family. So much of the Church is about "making and do" and surviving under dire circumstances. It's also about family and faith. As I have lived in Vermont for 41 years, I have come to love the people. As would be, Vermonters are so much like Utahns, except more modern and outspoken. They pretty much take life as it comes, complaints are few, and "doing" is the norm. I live in Vermont primarily because of the smog in Salt Lake and the number of people, but I do love Utah. I hope you can visit Vermont and experience the beauty and people here. In many ways, you are a lot like Joseph Smith. Before he organized the Church, he visited many. When I was very young, without my parents I too was a member of different churches. Your journey is wonderful, and we appreciate your open-mindedness. Take Care.
I don't know if you have already done this but I would suggest going to the LDS Church on the first Sunday of the new month, that is the day people are invited to bare their testimonys.
We love you, brother. 🕊
Next time you’re in Utah, one of my favorite tours was the humanitarian center … I think it’s combined w Welfare Square tour now. It’s amazing how much the church does worldwide.
Yes, this!!
I've been to SLC dozens and dozens of times and seen all the church sites there are to see but never knew about the old pioneer chapple. I'd love to go visit some time! President Hinkley was the prophet when I was a kid and his messages were always so kind, loving, and showed the love of God. His influence on family values have shaped my family today for the better! Thanks for sharing and being a good Christian.
It’s right by the state capital, it’s windows are gorgeous
My pioneer great great grandfather started a brickyard after emigrating from England. He and his sons provided a lot of the bricks for the 10th Ward Chapel
I am SO happy that you got to have these amazing experiences!! I live in CA and really would have loved to have gone to the Orem Temple open house and the St George one too! I’ll just have to go to do service there when we ever go n visit. Southern Utah is so beautiful too! Have you ever seen it before this trip? I love the red rock!
I am even more glad that you’re being touched and led by the spirit and not being swayed by nay sayers! You of all people have seen what it’s like in pretty much EVERY church out there!!
By their fruits ye shall know them is TRULY important because who people are spills out of them. THANK YOU for sharing your whole journey with us all!! ❤
I have visited SLC many times but never knew of that chapel. Thanks for the tip! Going to visit next time I am down there. As always, enjoy your series so much. Thank you for your objectivity. Gordon B. Hinckley was and is one of my most beloved prophets. The love he exuded towards everyone was immense. Such a humble man, sweet, and also quite folksy funny. ; ). My children were teenagers when He was prophet. He was a perfect fit for their time in their lives as well. I love all of our prophets, but some speak more to me in certain times of my life. Thank you again. I love learning about different religions as well.
David,
I would first say this, “I am LDS and I love your CZcams adventure. Your mind is open and that is a blessing. You shared “the verse” from Matthew warns of false Prophets, which there are and have been many, but the statement also raises the question, “if there are all these false prophets wouldn’t a benevolent loving Father provide at least one, if not more, true prophet?”” I would also say the negative you have seen has always been in existence to the light. Fear breeds darkness, darkness abhors light. Always seek the light. My experiences have been many including returning twice from death. The gospel if Jesus Christ is true, it is real, and it is life and light. Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living Father. May your days be blessed always. May the grace and mercy of the Lord be upon you alway.
Your brother in Christ,
Dave
Jesus Christ is our living Prophet, Priest, and King!
I love seeing your curious and respectful approach to learning about our faith. May the Lord bless you for your humility and desire to follow Him, wherever that may take you.
I loved your insights. Thank you for your bringing out the good in everyone and noticing the damage that “witch hunting” mentalities can do to the Earth. Focusing on the fruit is far more beneficial to God’s kingdom than anything else.
Thank you for your respectful tone, open mind and heart and intellectual honesty. As you continue to sincerely read The Book of Mormon, God will guide you. Have a great day.
Not everyone needs to be Mormon.
As a ward organist, it was always a desire to sit down and play just one hymn on the tabernacle organ.
You're intuitive to notice things like the fruits, beehive, and so forth. Thanks for sharing! Looking forward to your thoughts on the two Temple Open Houses. If you wanted to visit Utah again, there are many more Temples in the works that should have Open Houses coming up in the not too distant future:
Red Cliffs Temple Open House: Thursday, February 1, through Saturday, March 2, excluding Sundays.
Manti Temple Open House: Thursday, March 14, through Friday, April 5, 2024, excluding Sundays.
Deseret Peak (Tooele) Utah Temple Open House: TBA
Layton Utah Temple Open House: TBA
Taylorsville Utah Temple Open House: TBA
Syracuse Utah Temple Open House: TBA
Thank you for being open to learning and sharing your honest, fair, and respectful opinions!
Love that you were here! Thanks for coming and for your curiosity! Love your videos :)
Thanks for your unbiased and well informed videos. In my family of 6 siblings, 3 are L.D.S. and 3 are Protestant. We chat with each other (group text) nearly every day. When asked about the history of the L.D.S. Church & different sects, I've referred my Protestant siblings to your videos. Great job David 👍
@@b.j.3729 I enjoy brother Alexander’s channel also. He does a great job of sharing his testimony.
Thank you for your respectful reporting of your experiences in the different religious faiths in our Country. These religious traditions are what make America great. I'm a member of the CJCLDS. I appreciate your interest and fair commentary on our faith. The fullness of the Gospel of our Savior, Jesus Christ, is a beautiful thing to guide one's life by. I want to share my personal testimony of the truth you will find in the CJCLDS. God the Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ, know us as individuals. They care deeply about us and want the very best for us in this life. The Holy Spirit is there for those who live their lives in accordance with the Gospel. I am thankful to have the restored Gospel in my life. I leave this testimony with you in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, Amen.
Thank you, Brother. 😊
Please look into David Alexander and his experience learning about the Church and comparing it to his evangelical beliefs and the Bible. It's so uplifting and enlightening!
If you have the opportunity, you should visit Nauvoo IL. Specifically, Old Nauvoo and the historic sites there. I've been there several times and it's one of my favorite places to visit
Thanks David for using the correct name of The Church.
Hi David,
If you're interested in some of the history behind why Latter-day Saints in the US typically use water, I would recommend reading D&C 27. The verse that I would emphasize is verse 2 - in it, Christ indicates that the purpose behind the Sacrament is what's important, not what is eaten or drunk.
I've heard that areas of the world with less-safe water sources use liquids are used in place of water. For example, in Mexico, soda is often used instead of water.
Hope this helps! And thank you for your honest curiosity! It's refreshing :)
I have loved watching your journey in these videos. Thank you for sharing your sincere thoughts on what you have seen and felt. It is truly appreciated in this day and age when it can be hard to find others who don't ridicule or who do try to understand what we believe as members in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I also love that you have learned a little about President Hinckley. I have received my own special affirmations through the years that our Heavenly Father is aware of us and that we are so very blessed to have a living prophet on this earth today.
Almost 26 years ago, I sang in one of the sessions of General Conference as a member of the Mormon Youth Chorus- a choir that doesn't exist anymore in the church. I came to General Conference that day with a prayer in my heart, seeking answers as I was 2 weeks away from getting married (in the Salt Lake Temple), and my fiancé and I were trying to work out some things that couples getting married often have to do, and we weren't quite seeing eye to eye. I had known before we had ever met that this man was different and that he was "the one"; as silly as that sounds, impressions only the spirit could give were hard to deny over and over again. His mom, my coworker, had mentioned writing him as he was currently serving a mission for the church. We wrote for 4 months until he got home from his mission and got engaged 2 months later.
So that day, as we sang one of the songs in that session of General Conference, President Hinckley turned around to face my side of the choir and looked right at me as our eyes met. A few years later, I was looking through The Ensign (former church magazine) at the particular month that shared talks from this particular General Conference and was astounded to find a picture of President Hinckley on one of the pages looking to his right (where I sat up in the choir). The caption below it said, "In a contemplative scene, President Gordon B. Hinckley listens to a choir number during a conference session." Knowing all of this that transpired while making the biggest decision one can make in life has carried me through the hard times in our marriage and in my personal life...we did end up getting married. By the next morning of General Conference, my fiancé and I had both received answers, again, through the Lord's apostles in talks we heard and read. You are in good hands, going forward with a desire to learn and be open to what else is out there. I hope the best for you!
Love this guy, humble sincere and respectful
Love your channel! I love your humility and curiosity. Admirable!
I like the van approach. David Alexander ‘lives’ in a van and broadcasts from it. Check him out. “Delighting in lds truths”. He was an evangelical for 47 years.
Yes David Alexander is a great reference because he was an evangelical for many years.
I'm glad you enjoyed your time. That's actually my ward. It would have been great to meet you, but I was sick the day you came.
I was a member of the 10th Ward for 5 years. The building and people have a special spirit and a dear place in my heart. ❤
I really admire what you are doing! I really appreciated your reference to fruit. The fruit of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for me is that, as I humbly listen and apply the teaching of prophets such as Gordon B. Hinckley, I feel greater joy in my life because their teachings point me to Christ. My trials don't go away, but they become lighter as I can see the eternal view and purpose for our lives, and the light of truth is unmistakable and undeniable. In a world of dissension and conflicting ideals, many such ideals fighting the truths of the Bible, we desperately need a prophet to lead us back to Christ!
Well prepared, well done,
Brother. As a member of the LDS faith, what I believe to the the living Church of Christ, I am sending prayers your way. I believe the Lord will bless you, and all those that seek to find his word. Questions will come up, and in time they will be answered, sometimes only after faith.
Again, thankyou for a great video. I am moved by your honesty and humility. Looking forward to the upcoming installments!
I am so impressed with your humility. This is beautiful to watch unfold.
"Live so that those who know you, but don't know Him, will want to know Him, because they know you." -Unknown
I really enjoy your visits to the different Churches… I especially love when you come to Utah and visit Temple Square, General Conference and the historic Pioneer Ward.
Side note….I finished reading your book last night. You are not only entertaining but you gave me a lot to think about.
Thank you for your open mindedness as a protestant learning more about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It’s very refreshing as a member to see it. I understand you may have reservations with certain teachings or doctrines, but it’s great to see you are open to hearing both sides and considering both sides perspectives. Like you mentioned by the fruits you shall know them. The book of mormon is the fruit of the Prophet Joseph smith. All though we believe Joseph did not write the book of mormon, we believe it was through him the book was translated. As such the book of mormon is the keystone of our religion. If the Book of Mormon is true then Joseph Smith was a true prophet and servant of God used to restore Christ’s Church in latter days. If the book of mormon is false then Joseph Smith is a false prophet. I hope you are able to prayerfully receive an answer to your true hearts desires to know the truth. God Bless.
I was blessed to go to the tenth ward building for church for about 9 months. It is so beautiful!
There are many people of other Christian faiths that harshly criticize The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. This is simply good vs. evil. Satan is putting on a good fight against the light of Christ and His people. I love to see your observations. By Their Fruits ye shall know them. I'm glad to see that you see the good fruits of The Chiurch of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and I would love to see you join with we the happy people!
That intro…
Thank you David. You have done so much to help the world understand us better. It makes me emotional watching your videos, witnessing your deep care, respect, and Christ-like light that shines so bright. Thank you
Thanks David for a great video! I’m a lifetime member and never heard about the 10th ward chapel! Next time you’re in Salt Lake I definitely recommend going to the Pioneer Memorial Museum that is run by the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. It is full of original pioneer artifacts including items that belonged to Joseph Smith. The museum also houses thousands of individual histories written by descendants of the pioneers. It is a hidden gem!!
Thank you for sharing and for your genuine and respectful way to learn about the church and to show the world these wonderful truths of the gospel of Jesus Christ!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts in such a kind way. You seem like a wonderful Christian man. There are a lot of people out there who never bother to try and understand us and what we believe. I’m grateful to see someone who is genuinely interested in understanding. We’re more similar than we are different and I have a very firm testimony in Christ, God, The Holy Ghost, and the plan of redemption.
So grateful for your respectful and spiritual approach to sharing your experiences with the Church and faith that I love. Your perspective is so in tune with the Holy Spirit and I loved your comments about building each other up instead of the witch hunt that exists in some corners of the Christian body. I’m a life-long Latter-day Saint who grew up on the East Coast, and I’ve experienced plenty of ridicule, but I’m so uplifted by people like you who come with open arms to join together as we all strive to be more like Jesus.
God declared,
“ By the mouth of two or three witnesses shall all truth be established” ….
we should not be surprised that there is another testament of Jesus Christ the Book of Mormon, to support the Bible’s New and Old Testaments. Love you brother! Keep searching and pray to God to show you truth it’s out there waiting for those who truly want it.
Hey as a member of this church i just want to say you are one of the most impressive people i've ever come across. I wish you the best luck on your journey and appreciate how open and loving you are towards other people. You are a true disciple of Christ and it shows.
Impressed by your genuine consideration and interest. Good luck on your journey.
it's time you exercise faith and join the Church
There many great churches out there!
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PLANE??? You flew??!!😮❤
Yes! Never cared to fly, but for this distance, made an exception.
Great video! Love how open you are to different people's beliefs!
Bro. David… I enjoy listening to your informed comments on the LDS Church and things surrounding it. I think you have had many spiritual experiences surrounding the church. Maybe the Lord is speaking to you and he would like you to be a greater instrument in his hands by becoming a member of the LDS church.
I always love watching your videos, you do such a great job especially on the LDS videos. I really appreciate the intriguing insights you provide into my faith. I am very impressed with your thoughts, approach and especially your honesty. Keep up the good content 👍🏼
If you haven't been there already, be sure and visit a Bishop's Storehouse and Welfare Square, A cannery, The Humanitarian Center, (The Sort Center) The warehouse for the Bishop's Storehouses that are found across the country, on the west side of the SaltLakeCity. Don't miss the Catholic church Cathedral Of The Madeleine. It was restored several years ago with the help of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and it's also historic to Salt Lake City.
I love how respectful your videos are. Thank you!
The video ended with mention of President Hinckley and his desire to link past and present. Here is an interesting factoid that is touching in that regard...when the Conference Center was opened we learned the wood for the pulpit came from a tree in President Hinckley's yard. We are reminded often of our revered latter-day prophets.
David,
I really enjoy your sincere comments about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints. What a breath of fresh air. Your commentary on Matthew 7: 15-16 is super insightful. I do believe that it is by our "fruits" that we will be known, all of us. Those verses are especially powerful in the context of prophets and false prophets. Matthew truly gives us the formula for finding true prophets and discerning from the false ones.
Thank you for another video, well done.
When the Salt Lake Temple is re-dedicated, visitors will be allowed to enter, much like our other temple open houses. Make sure you make the trip to see it, the Salt Lake Temple is amazing inside. It is a monument to the Lord, and a symbol of our faith. It took 40 years to the day to complete.
May God continue to bless you in your journey brother.
Good deal, dude. You probably don't like the comparison, but you're where Jeff McCullough started out with HELLO SAINTS, kind of, and then he went into: "Let's try and convert the Mormons" phase so, it's cool to see your curiosity rather than criticism.
So, you got to do another Open House? That's good to hear. I think most of us that saw your last video of going through a temple open house were rather disappointed, not with your video, but that there wasn't much context provided with your visit. A self-guided tour doesn't help you understand what you're looking at at all so, surely, you're most recent open house someone walked through with you and gave you some information on exactly what you were looking at and why the structure even exists.
As usual, your respect is much appreciated, not only for Latter-day Saints, but also the other various churches you visit, taking the time to just hear someone's story. Jeff has a lot he can learn from you. If you're still rather curious about Latter-day Saints from the perspective of someone who converted, I mean all LDS are converts, but you should take a look at David Alexanders channel and he even provides and email address you can communicate with him through which he actually checks and reads and responds. I'm sure he'd be happy to talk with you and likely have you on his channel and be on yours. Good guy. He's not a Jeff McCullough fan which means he'll like you because you're curiousity is much more respectful, check him out and hit him up, y'all can be Protestant buddies
I knew pretty quickly what Jeff was doing, I met people like him before. Despite the hype around him, I was unimpressed. I only saw one perhaps two videos he had up. I like David because he comes across as sincere.
@@ak8990 Agreed
David A. actually dropped his phone number in a video the other day. LOL hit him up!
God bless you David! You’re a humble servant of the Lord and your videos bear the same fruits of which you spoke. The Spirit of God is working in and thru you. Much love to you my brother in Christ.
I can tell you are a great man of faith and character. I am loving your approach and soul
Appreciate the respect to our Utah and Church culture. It actually brings good in the world when everyone gets enlightened not just protestants.
I've loved following your journey. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to hearing your impressions of St. George, the temple, and visitor's center. I served there as a young sister missionary from '98-'00 so it's special to me.
Love it. More content please.
Thank you for sharing, Brother David. Much love and God bless you.
We attended this chapel because of how interesting it looked, and we were also very welcomed. The building is beautiful
So fun to see it through your eyes
There’s a great movie on the life of President Hinkley called “Gordon B Hinkley, A giant among men”. It’s a beautiful movie.
I loved it when Mike Wallace interviewed him on 60 Minutes where most people would be a nervous wreck with direct questions that might have been uncomfortable for most, but President Hinkley won over Mike's heart & respect...they became good friends
Absolutely Wonderful we'll done!
Thank you for your work and for your geniune ineterest to know about many religions. I am very happy with my LDS Church and we respect other religions too. I enjoy your videos, specially when our Church is visited. 🤗
Great video once again!! That's so awesome you went to Utah. I want to go to Utah and Idaho. My sister and my brother in law are going to Utah in the Spring for vacation and I'm so jealous 🤣. I need to make a trip there to see the LDS sites. I find it interesting also!
The Tenth Ward was where I attended from my youth. Across the street is the M. Lynn Bennion Elementary that replaced the Webster School that I attended beginning in 1946. In a previous episode you talked about Gilgal Garden that was started the year prior. On the corner of the block south of the Tenth Ward is a church that was originally built in 1947 for the deaf community of which my parents belonged. I attended weekday primary after school in the Tenth ward chapel and classrooms in the schoolhouse wing, as well as then Junior Sunday School. I was baptized in the Tabernacle on Temple Square. The Baptistry has been closed since then. I attended church there until after 1967. The Tenth ward was one of the original sponsors of Scouting - Troop 6. of which I was a Scoutmaster until 1968. I was there when Gilgal garden was almost completed. I remember when the Semi and the Crane was brought in to place the white shaft on the east side of the garden. It represents the "key" of the priesthood and the various lengths represent the various quorums that are in the priesthood.
Wow this is cool info
I love your pure heart and openness to the beauty around you. We're so quick to focus on our differences in a negative manner, which has hurt so many.
Thank you ! for using the fully correct name of our Church, including the important capitalization of 'The'
Chills!!! Loved this. God bless you.
Hi.
Glad to see your continuing on this.
Your journey has actually been beneficial to alot based on comments and has mellowed out some because of the simple passion and spirit in how you present yourself.
One thing though?
Why are you continuing to refer to yourself as a protestant?
The protestant church was a rebellion against the ruling christian theocracy.
When the Catholic hierarchy became more powerful than kings throughout the world, people rebelled for both temporal and spiritual debauchery that was prevalent.
Many men yelled "Lo here and lo there" but all the splinters were based on the fundamentals and prevalent traditions that had been tainted, politicized and tweaked to accommodate the views of the time.(just like today).
So now you know something, something that enhanced your understanding on a level inside you've never considered.
In the book"Jonathan Livingston seagull"
He becomes aware that there truly is a higher purpose and an unquenchable need for more truth grows within him until his translation and he is fully able to see where lack of knowledge and a dismal state of status quo permeates lives of those with no inward desire to their own destruction.
You have stepped above this, you have filled your existence with the bread of life and have savored it's ability to fill your cup.
I believe, my friend, it is time to get a much bigger cup!
You are no longer a protestant but a disciple of our Lord and Savior.
There is nothing in your past that can replace or indeed expand on the gifts that you now have.
There is no looking back without knowing you will never be complete as you are now.
There is so much more! It is neverending it is never failing!
Thanks for sharing your passions and testimony.
It truly edifies all who listen. 😊
I think Protestant is a helpful label to quickly get his belief across
@@_Squiggle_ it worked in the past but no longer.
It's like a university professor claiming he's comfortable in kindergarten.
But yes, I do get your point.
Thank you for your kind and balanced views. Looking forward to more videos!
Very mych enjoy your videos. I feel your sincerity and appreciate it. I feel from the things I've heard you say that your are being drawn to the LDS Church even led to it. I will be very interested to see the miraculous change and joy it brings to your life when you get baptized (should you make the choice)... (which you should....hope you will begin to sincerely pray for answers to know the truthfulness of the Church)...why not? You've already come this far.😊
Another place you could visit is the Light of the World garden at Thanksgiving Point. Our family just went there Saturday night for their Christmas Luminaria event. I venture they have more lights than anyone in the country. But the highlight is this special garden with 15 scenes from the life of Christ using 35 monument sized bronze sculptures spread out over 2.5 acres tastefully highlighted with simple, classic lanterns. Talk about putting Christ in Christmas. Of course you’d need to come during the Christmas season. It was a great family event. Very crowded to.
Love your videos. Thanks for being so curious and respectful.
Fascinated by the content you provide.
I hope you got to tour the Tabernacle while you were here! I’ve had the privilege of singing there once and it is a really cool building, especially the story behind it being built in the 1800’s
We have so enjoyed your program & having an open heart about the good in all churches. You might want to check out the open house at the Red Cliffs Temple near St George Utah on Feb. 1st through Mar. 2nd, excluding Sundays. It's best to fly into Vegas Airport as St George is only 2 hrs north. You would have homes to stay & eat there.... Onward & upward young man of God!
Are you familiar with why Brigham Young chose the location he did? Before leaving for Salt Lake, yes they had studied maps and descriptions of areas from people such as Jim Bridger and the like but Joseph Smith appeared to Brigham Young in a vision and showed him right where they needed to put down roots and establish church headquarters. You might also look into an experience in Illinois where different people were trying to say they should be the leaders of the church, yet the visage of Joseph Smith fell upon Brigham Young and only those who were spiritually prepared could see that.
If you ever get the chance to visit Cove Fort in central/southern Utah at the intersection of I-15 and I-70 President Hinckley's Grandfather, Ira Hinckley was called by Brigham Young to build Cove Fort. It is an amazing place to take a tour of.
I'll second that. President Hinckley spoke there in 1996 for an anniversay celebration. It was hot and very windy, but awesome to be there knowing how special the area was to him.
Love this. Thank you for sharing your insights.
Since you have discovered how fascinating the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is, I would suggest you visit Nauvoo and Carthage, Illinois.
Thank you for your videos and your insights. I pray the Lord spirit is with you throughout your journey :-)
seek and ye shall find, knock and it will be opened unto you :-)
BeUTAHful, I love it!
Great video. Appreciate your perspective and respect. It is very refreshing.
There is a beautiful old church building in Brigham City, Utah. It has a huge stained glass window in the east wall; might be worth your while to go see it. It is at the corner of 200 N. & 200 West. Brigham is about an hour north of SLC.