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Some have said that it has to do with having more children and posterity. Apostle Lorenzo Snow said that "his sister, the late Eliza R. Snow Smith, was a firm believer in the principle of reincarnation and that she claimed to have received it from Joseph the Prophet, her husband." their state became a state of probation, 2 Ne. 2:43 p.m. John Thomas is conducting cross . I am a witness that these promises are true. clarity to the many dreams, visions, memories, and Deja vu experiences that And it is all possible only in and through the merits of our Savior, the Son. The church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints official stance on multiple mortal probations (similar to reincarnation) is that is the doctrine of the devil. Lori, and her husband Chad, allegedly murdered Lori's children "JJ" Vallow, 7, Tylee . For example, our book on multiple probations was an attempt to show that there is substantial support for multiple probations in the scriptures and in the words of authorities. There is a humbling reward in the sense of Fathers confidence in me, Wow. BOISE, Idaho On the ninth day of Lori Vallow Daybell's murder trial, her friend, Melanie Gibb, testified about Lori's beliefs on possession, the first time she met Chad Daybell, and more.Lori Vallow Daybell was charged with multiple counts of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Is she the main source? We remembering reading that Joseph Smith knew so much more than he could tell because of disbelief and anger from others. This implications started with JS' apparent teaching that God the Father was a Christ during his mortal probation. 25Broad is the gate, and wide the way that leadeth to the deaths; and many there are that go in thereat, because they receive me not, neither do they abide in my law. I still struggle to understand my place in the eternitys. When I was introduced to this topic of multiple mortal probations several years ago it just made sense. Having been so moved upon in the process of discovery, my friend Greg and I compiled a book called Multiple Probations which is a compilation of interesting history, supportive scriptures, and informative quotes from early authorities of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What follows is a thesis on the controversial doctrine from the 19th century referred to as multiple mortal probations, which fell out of favor along with Adam-God. There is an answer. Adam Eric, News. How tragic! Also, I defer to board rules and won't discuss the specifics of the endowment, but there is a very strong implication in there that, at the very least, resurrected beings can shed their resurrected forms somehow and experience another mortal probation. and forms participate in forms) This form of Elijahness (which is to be distinguished from the individual Elijah) is reincarnated in that many individuals can participate in this form. Like Lehi who partook of the fruit of the tree of life and who immediately wanted to share it with his family, the fruits of the doctrine have been delicious to me, and I have also wanted to share it. This was part of a long prayer. When I first heard of it, it made perfect sense to me and was exhilarating to my soul. The pattern and symbolism is unmistakable! the greater majority of the worlds population have patiently been waiting for He wrote, "Jesus Christ spoke in this manner; I do as my Father before me did. Just after the section discussing the Re. idea as crazy or ridiculous. deep questions about the eternities and the knowledge satisfied our questions ??? We have multiple opportunities for learning and growth, and it provides a way for those who play a contrasting role for our learning to not be lost if they chose to turn back to the light. Elena, I hope you feel the sincerity of my heart when I say, I hear you! Do you believe sealing ordinances still exist? The sources are quoted from boap.org and the MF0081 "Multiple Mortal Probations: LDS Related Quotes" document found at mormonpolygamydocuments.org. true, it should only come through certain lines of authority. Satan will do everything he can to create doubt and to try and destroy all truth. For some of us, the doctrine came along at a time we had So, each new life gives a clean slate, while maintaining our spiritual essence and disposition and propensity for good or evil. This process answers many other gospel centered questions. Peace, enlightenment, and hope are wonderful gifts. It lasted several weeks. Without these contrasting experiences and emotions, I do not condemn those who feel this way. Write a discussion post in which you do the following: Write a summary of the innovative idea that includes the following: A description of the innovation you chose. I believe even to the point that if I see an extra dark effort to oppose something then it must be very significant. LDS sharing their beliefs about what the mysteries is hardly a breaking of the rules. Apparently, Laub wasn't the only who understood the King Follett Sermon this way. The new day starts at a moment no one can see very much (its a kind of a hope). idea that a person would live their life on earth and then be permanently However, my understanding of this doctrine and how it works creates the opposite reaction. It makes wonderful sense when you consider how merciful and how loving our Savior Jesus Christ is especially when we are gifted with agency both pre and post mortality. And even if a lot of words were taken out of the scriptures, the dynamic is still there JS also gave more info about this path to exaltation, which is that the Holy Ghost, the third member in the Godhead, was going to serve as a Christ. There are many quotes of early LDS Church leaders who claimed the Prophet Joseph secretly taught a doctrine of multiple mortal probations. How did we live in the pre mortal realms and agree to a plan to come here where we only had one shot to get it right? I love how this is turning into a string of testimonials. It has been reported by those who knew the first prophet of the church that he was at least at one. Callings Sharing the Gospel Volunteer and Serve Temples Family History. Thank you Eric! I have felt the Cleansing power of Jesus Christ through His Atonement. I love Them with all my heart and desire to serve them forever. Ive learned to not voice my experiences at church as well. I love that you point our how the Ninth Article of Faith apples to all who earnestly and humbly seek the truth, and not for just a select few. Thank you for putting our thoughts into words of deeper understanding. His response changed my eternal perspective forever when the voice of the Lord spoke to me and said I Am not in the business of destroying my children, nor are they ever lost to me for they are mine. Then I saw a scripture pop into my mind which, when I read, took on a whole new meaning and suddenly restored the hope to me that the words the Lord gave to me were not only true, they are openly witnessed in our own scriptures. Thank you, Gregory! Her experience helps to counter some of the false beliefs we have about suicide. I just dont see how being promised we can be together forever, and being reborn in another life, and probably sealed to someone else fit together. What this may help to resolve is the issue that so many that have lived on this planet get no inkling of Christ and His gospel, and yet, we are told, faith in Christ and acceptance of his gospel are essential. As long as I don't come back as a cockroach or some kind of insect. I suppose our use of the term doctrine is meant to be somewhat generic. Now the doctrine of multiple probations brings me great peace. Heavenly Father is very loving too help them through their next probation. In other words I don't believe this theology, andI'm not recommending beliefs or anything along those lines. D&C 132 on the other hand was dictated in 1843, prime time for this topic. we would not have experience and could not really gain knowledge or wisdom. These secret teachings coincided with teachings by Joseph that either explicity stated or implied that previously resurrected beings, essentially from a prior earth, could interact with mortals on this earth. and Eve could not know good from evil without partaking of both, which is Nor do I believe that a full understanding of Who I Am, in all the Eternal facets of my Being, qualifies me to take responsibility for doing Fathers work in somehow translating this knowledge to another. By Eric, No wonder they were so arrogant. When I wrote the first article in this series regarding Multiple Mortal Probations, I honestly expected it to be the least . They are those who openly came into the presence of Christ and openly rejected what Christ is offering. I'm very pleased and honored to have this opportunity to meet and worship with you on this special occasion. We know this to be true ! 2. However, Laub didn't only understand that the Holy Ghost would serve as a Christ (more on that later), but he also implied that JS' King Follet Sermon taught that all who achieved Godhood would pass through the same. Kabbalism, especially the sort in 12th century Spain that produced the Zohar and so forth is a thoroughgoing Platonic conception of Judaism. This helps restore piecesand so the restoration continues! So. Again, I thank you, Greg, Matt and Julie for having the courage to stand and to testify. The doctrine of multiple probations felt natural and right to me as soon as I heard them. I was so happy to receive glimps and glimmers of this doctrine, as you would call it, through the scriptures. He trys to plant these seeds of doubt in my heart mind and spirit..all this does is make me feel closer to my Saviour , the early members of the church in Our Saviors time as well as in Joseph Smiths time , and closer to Joseph Smith and the pure doctrines that he was shown and had and could not share yet, and I am humbled, oh so very humbled to have been trusted with this great knowledge and the peace that it brings to my soul and my spirit and the hope it gives me for my family and my in active children .. to know that I chose in my own personal plan to have this opposition in my life in these last days for my own progression throughout the eternities and I know that that is the same for many of us who believe in this doctrine of multiple probation, may we all be strong enough to stand in and on these truths of further light and knowledge. It would be very helpful to me, if you could share scripture references for multiple probations. to be better than others or have suggested that even if it were a true I do so realizing it could be the very thing that causes estrangement from my family, friends, and my church. through contrasts. The thought of using this but it is necessary to know in the context of my exaltation. If you have already answered this question in a post or book, could you direct me to it. Thats a great question, Diane, and an important thing to define. One of the purposes of this book is to outline basic doctrines and explain how missionaries should teach them. Mahalo for bringing this to light! Eric, Maybe I will need to review a few things I learned from 5th grade but I feel like it would be a waste of time to start 5th grade over again. I don't deny one can read it that way, but the more natural reading is that in his first mortality the Father was Christ. One aspect that seemed to fascinate her ex-husband was the idea of multiple mortal probations, Amber said. WHY ONE of my sons and I have always said we CAME here with a testimony finally clicked and I feel so blessed because it isnt that easy for some to believe. Even Christ talked about this principle to Simon and he also showed with his own example that he was acting under the law of baptism. Thank you for sharing your witness Cheryl! How have most LDS people come to learn of the concept of multiple probations? I find the idea of multiple probations very interesting and am open to it in a well, why not sort of way. Hallelujah! That is so very sad but I am thankful for that. widowsmitereport.wordpress. As I have sought to understand my past before this life, and The strongest argument for an A/G like doctrine in Nauvoo to my eyes is William Law's expose of the potential of God to fall. and so I can testify that the doctrine of multiple probations is true doctrine. It takes a while to ponder these things and receive witness, but it does come; then you see thru Heavens lens, and see the beauty of a more complete and merciful Plan of Redemption and Salvation. How can eternal progression happen in one lifetime on this earth. In my opinion Alma 5 and Alma 12, in their entirety, are both worthy of consideration along side many other scriptures that follow a pattern which is familiar to me. However, several people online were using LDS quotes in support of a false doctrine of reincarnation they call "multiple moral probations". Agency took on a whole new meaning. I am not sure how most people have become exposed to this doctrine. I love our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and I know He loves me. The "True and Living Church of Jesus Christ of Saints of the Last Days" down in Manti headed by James Harmstrom (who died in 2013), teaches or taught this doctrine along with plural marriage. Either in this life or the life to come, they will return. Most Mormons don't even know about this rule. I converted to the church in my early twenties when i received a witness of the book of mormon and of Joseph Smith. Again, I hope my sincere curiosity is coming through. It is time to live in faith not fear. Some say this scripture suggeststhat a person might be able to leave the telestial glory experience another life on earth and then return to the telestial glory. LDS church on Gilgul or multiple mortal probations. 2:21. wasteth the days of his probation, 2 Ne. Receive ye, therefore, my law. I thank you! Until I meet you. This group gives us a safe platform in which we discuss the trials, tribulations, prophecies and signs of the last dispensation of which we live in. This is not a final conclusion by any means, but this strikes me as Joseph Smith trying to get to his next level of understanding and thinking some of his own thoughts on certain things short of getting a definitive revelation on the subject. Thank You Eric, Beautifully expressed! Laub wrote, "For we are to go from glory to glory and as one is raised to a higher, so the next under him may take his degree and so to take the exaltation through the regular channel. Please watch for Part 2 of this theme by Matt Palmer to be released in the next couple days, and Part 3 by Greg Christiansen a couple days thereafter. It is so obvious and even though hidden. Some people have said that the church teaches this doctrine and that it is called Eternal Lives (plural). My friend Julie and I have discussed this doctrine openly on podcasts, and I have written about it on my personal blog. This implications started with JS' apparent teaching that God the Father was a Christ during his mortal probation. Likewise the use of the term "savior" is more vague than I think you are using it. What did Jesus do? These ideas make sense and just feel right to me. In his writings in Sein und Zeit (I only know the German title) he describes that our understanding of things as an increase of awareness the process is in his view not linear but circularhe calls that process the hermeneutic circle of understandingor as Gadamer would call it a hermeneutic spiral. You can learn more about it here . I don't think the Laub quote you give suggests Laub read the KFD in terms of MMP either. Thanks for sharing! May the Lord bless you! Other saints (W.W. Phelps) were blessed to act in Trinities (or Presidencies of worlds). Greg has perfectly captured my thoughts and feelings as well. [i] Most Christians believe in the binary afterlife of heaven or hell. This concept was taught by early LDS Church leaders. He recorded, "But the holy ghost is yet a Spiritual body and waiting to take to himself a body as the Savior did or as god did or the gods before them took bodies for the Saviour Says the work that my father did do i also & those are the works he took himself a body & then laid down his life that he might take it up again." I was drawn to him because of these gifts that he freely shared with me. People that I still feel the spirit about, so I have to pinch myself too, haha. the past has fueled our desire to serve God more diligently, and to fight Email from me is very sparse. Erika, these are great questions. Besides the Laub's record of JS' comment on the Holy Ghost in his summary of the Sermon on the Grove, there is an additional JS comment recorded by Franklin D. Richards in August, 1843, not that long before the King Follett Sermon. I probably just need to read a book about it. I also believe that they want the best of everything for me and that I can become like them. It is not all to be comprehended in this world; it is a great thing to learn salvation beyond the grave. Couldnt we just come again and again until we got it right? I realize that is heretical and blasphemous to TBM ears, butit makes way more sense to me than what the church proposes. The very idea of reincarnation which we know to be a false doctrine- tells us that there is its opposite- which would be Multiple Mortal Probations. I believe that the greatest truths will be met with the greatest opposition. I highly recommend Multiple Probations: A Lost Doctrine Remembered by Eric Smith and Greg Christiansen, edited by Julie Rowe. In words borrowed of the symbol of the baptism we will lay down our old body to receive a new one. experience, rather than only from a spiritually genetic disposition to be so. I can choose to end my learning and education then or I have the agency to continue onto college and graduate school. JS taught many times that Michael stood next to Christ in authority, and he also taught that Elohim was the head of the Gods (i.e. I have to be honest. "sooner or later; they will be thrown back to the native element from which they originated, to be worked over again, and be prepared to enjoy some sort of a kingdom (glory)." He, Only He. I love converts, and you have reminded me that the convert enthusiasm for new truth should never die in our hearts, like Nephis song of redeeming love, and if it does die, then we have indeed stopped growing! Many people, including my children, were hurt in the process, all because I was leaning on his spiritual gifts that turned out to be clouded with false doctrine. The purpose was not to claim that it is the doctrine of the Church, as we have no authority in that regard. The Godhead was a different blessing from Godhood. version of the doctrine has been aired publicly, I am concerned that too many thousands) of people I have personally heard from in emails, within the LDS 24This is eternal livesto know the only wise and true God, and Jesus Christ, whom he hath sent. Thanks for sharing. First, one reason for living in multiple probations is to complete work started in earlier lives. Kevin, I know that feeling! "And also they who are quickened by a portion of the telestial glory shall then receive of the same, even a fulness. Cristina Rosetti says there are groups of Mormon fundamentalists who believe in multiple probations, living several lives to reach exaltation. My understanding is that much of the MMP arose out of the infusion of spiritualism in Utah as Saints primarily from England immigrated. car accident on meadowbrook parkway today. For me, if I get caught in thinking that something I say or do will be that which saves or enlightens you, I am in dangerous territory. I remember when my sister Julie first introduced multiple probations to me, the concept seemed like it could be true. The answers are there if you seek them from the Lord and in His timing. Although it had to be put on a shelf for a year or so when I first heard about it, the Fringe Doctrine of Multiple Mortal Probations has answered many of my questions about Christ, our Father and Mother, the Noble and Great Ones, the 144,000, the Olympians, Prophets of Old and of Latter Days, and the hope that my friends and family members still have if they choose not to forgive themselves and progress in THIS life! . We say that one has to go to the grave to be born again in Christ. Just think of the fun rides in life one could take though Ken! A looser neoPlatonism is more defensible both because it actually was in pretty widespread belief but also because we can trace phraseology from actual neoplatonic translations of the early 19th century. What a wonderful picture with the sun (son) and your picture seen in the Jewish tradition where a day begins when the darkness sets, it shows something that goes so well along with what you said. I am a very simple man, not elequent in speech, but my witness of the Truth if it is very strong and it is deep and brings much peace to my heart. Nor do I believe that a full understanding of Who I Am, in all the Eternal facets of my Being, qualifies me to take responsibility for doing Fathers work in somehow translating this knowledge to another. I must continually ask myself the question, Who am I to believe that Gods work is dependent on my understanding, teaching and attempting to enlighten the unenlightened? I must also daily keep in mind my own nothingness and utter reliance on The Savior of The World (2 Nephi 4). The Church Has a Bunker-Like Network of Tunnels. We are all blessed! and the Sacrament the repetition of the covenant.. every Sunday we do the act of dying and be born again as a small little glimps of that path of multiple probations. I feel like this life is equivalent to a year in school and I am in 5th grade. I could discern truth because I have long since done what you and Julie ask us to do almost every podcast. I was once looking at the wickedness of the world and lamenting the fact that so few in this generation appear to be on a path to come to know Christ and therefore lacking what is needed to enter into His kingdom (JST Matt 7:33).

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