Publications

Mormonism and Homosexuality

This book discusses the science of same-sex attraction (SSA) and homosexuality, including pervasiveness in the general population, the Kinsey sexual orientation continuum, whether homosexuality is increasing in the general population, religious belief among homosexuals, pathology in the LGBT community, whether sexual orientation changes over time (sexual fluidity), whether sexual orientation can change through conversion therapy, and LGBT/Mormon support groups. It also discusses transgenderism and mixed-orientation marriages. This book also discusses the religious issues related to SSA and homosexuality, including various interpretations of the Bible and the Book of Mormon, the writings of the early Christian “fathers”, the positions on homosexuality of various religions and Christian denominations, the policies and declarations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon), and the appropriateness of celibacy. This book also discusses the legal issues related to SSA and homosexuality, including the developments leading up to same-sex marriage, the U.S. Supreme Court deciding that same-sex marriage is legal, subsequent legal developments in the areas of adoption, housing and employment discrimination, sale of products and services, healthcare, immigration, LGBT-inclusive education, athletics, tax exemptions, and conflicts with religious liberty. The book collects many resources, including web-sites, books, and articles and contains over 900 footnotes for verification and further research.

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How to Come Back to the Church

This booklet (76 pp.) is intended to encourage “less-active”, “inactive”, and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) to return to full activity in the Church. It discusses various reasons members become less active and reasons for coming back into full activity. It discusses the steps that are necessary to return to full fellowship in the Church and blessings of doing so. It is an ideal gift for family and friends.

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The Aaronic Priesthood: A Guide for Young Men

Learn to serve as Christ did during His ministry using His power. This clear and concise guide is an invaluable resource to motivate young men and help them develop their spiritual potential. Beginning at baptism, this book teaches what the priesthood is by describing the specific roles and duties of each office. Perfect for teens, parents, bishops, and leaders.

Product Details
Title: The Aaronic Priesthood: A Guide for Young Men
Author: Thomas Johnson
Paperback: 80 pages
Publisher: Cedar Fort, Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-1462116898
Publication: 01/01/2016
Price: $10.99

The Old Testament for Mormons

A unique, readable study of the Old Testament. This book organizes the Old Testament in chronological order so that it can be studied as a historical narrative. Doctrinal principles are discussed in separate chapters. This book is relatively short, inviting those who have been intimidated by the length of the Old Testament to take the plunge with confidence. There is a balance of information and analysis. You will learn what the Old Testament says and you will also learn what it means. Particularly, it adds the insights and clarifications received through the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ in the Book of Mormon, Doctrine & Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price. This book also incorporates the latest resources and Biblical scholarship available on the internet, which permits easy verification and further study.

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Intended Audience: Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

 Principles of Priesthood Leadership

Part I consists of leadership lessons that can be understood by studying the teachings and conduct of Jesus Christ.
Part II consists of practical principles of priesthood leadership the author has distilled from his own experience.
Part III is a collection of 21 administrative forms that the author developed to facilitate priesthood leadership service.
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Intended Audience: Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The Road to Heaven and the Road to Hell

This book identifies and examines all the gospel principles, virtues, ordinances, and actions that we must accept and practice, and the sins, vices, and actions we must avoid, specified in the scriptures as necessary to attain salvation, exaltation, and eternal life, These principles, virtues, ordinances, actions, sins, and vices are arranged in hierarchal order, as taught in the scriptures, to enable us to progress in righteous-ness step-by-step. Part I examines the scriptures relating to the meaning of the words “Heaven” and “Hell”, the “Role of Ordinances”, “Grace and Works”, and the rewards associated with “Exaltation”, “Celestial Kingdom”, “Terrestrial Kingdom”, “Telestial Kingdom”, and “Outer Darkness.” Parts II and III collect the scriptures of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints pertaining to each of the principles, virtues, ordinances, actions, sins, and vices in full-sentence format and chronological order. In addition, human examples from the scriptures for each of the topics are included at the end of each section. With the enclosed compact disc and using the Index, the reader can easily access the scriptures in Parts II and III on 336 topics and sub-topics. These scriptures can easily be copied from the disk to create Church talks on any of the topics. Part IV examines what “perfection” means and whether it is possible to attain. This book will become a standard reference for your gospel study and teaching.

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Intended Audience: Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The Principles of Missionary Work

This book, The Principles of Missionary Work, is divided into two parts: Part 1- is a compendium of the scriptures and quotations from Presidents of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints relating to all aspects of missionary work. These are organized under the general headings of “Why,” “Who,” “Where,” “When,” “What” and “How,” with numerous sub-headings. These quotations answer nearly every question about missionary work and are useful to prospective and actual missionaries, as well as missionary and priesthood leaders, to teach investigators and motivate members to engage in missionary work. Part II consists of 50 “Teaching Summaries,” “Investigator Handouts,” and “Administrative Forms” useful in missionary work. Included with this book is a compact disc containing the information in Parts I and II. This allows the owner to copy and paste information in Parts I into documents for talks and teaching situations and to reproduce and modify the forms in Part II.

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Intended Audience: Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The Lord’s Instructions for New Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Author Tom Johnson reviews Section 53 of the Doctrine and Covenants, a revelation to new convert Sidney Gilbert–gleaning counsel and instruction for new members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints today. Seven sections in this booklet discuss each of the seven verses in Section 53, which contain specific direction for anyone who desires to come closer to Christ and follow The Lord’s Instructions.

Intended Audience: New adult members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Life’s Three Greatest Questions

Is all knowledge equally important? The author maintains all men and women are faced with three questions that are surpassingly more important than any others, the answers to which can give the greatest direction, order, meaning and satisfaction to a person’s life. These are:

• Does God exist? Why do people believe in God? If God exists, what is His nature and attributes?
• Is Christianity the “true” religion? What is truth? Are all religions false? Are all religions equally true? How do we know the truthfulness of any religion? How do the major religions of the world—Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shintoism and Christianity—compare on fifteen important points?
• Is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (“Mormon”) the true form of Christianity? How does it compare with other Christian denominations on seventeen important points?

These questions are carefully considered and masterfully answered in Life’s Three Greatest Questions, a collection of information that was influential in the author’s own search for answers. He shares information about the beliefs of various religions directly from their own authoritative writings, with the intention to compare beliefs, rather than criticize. These comparisons of beliefs and doctrines can erase doubt and bring conviction, assurance and faith.

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Intended Audience: Non-members and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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