Thanks to all those who participated in this rally and inviting me to take part in an event like this. Also, mega-props to Adam who performed the phenomenal "Amazing Grace" violin solo. What did you think? Let me know below.

David, in the LDS church we teach that in those scriptures where Jesus is talking about the Rock he isn’t actually referring to Peter but referring to the previous verses where He is talking about revelation. So His church is built upon revelation.

Even as an athiest, the LDS members at the church I visited last spring were the warmest people I'd ever met! Looks like a great time - interesting perspective too!

I appreciate your reflections so much. I am LDS. I joined the church over 50 years ago. I was definitely not looking for a church, but not to be rude, I listened to the missionaries first lesson. It changed my life! I have never looked back! My gentle suggestion to you is to read the Book of Mormon cover to cover. Most importantly, pray about it. The book contains a promise. If you honestly pray, you will come to know it is true. All the best to you, dear Christian Cousin :-)

I didn't know there were so many splinter groups! Thanks for your open attitude! When I joined the LDS church I felt I was home. The humility and genuine caring is how Christ wants us to be!

Peter's statement, "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God" was revelation to Simon Peter, and it was upon that "rock", the rock of revelation, Christ built His church. Revelation, along with His authority, is the key in all of Christ's original Church activities!

Wow, I grew up in the South in the sixties and seventies as a Mormon. I never dreamed I would hear an evangelical speak so lovingly about our church. Thanks for taking the time to know us in a better light. I live in Utah now. I believe that living in an area with the opposition actually helps one live their religion better. People expect it from you. They also respect your beliefs of not drinking or partaking of certain foods. They would defend you. I was impressed with that side of their attitude. More Utahans are being enticed by one energy drink at a time. What is really sad is if they want to leave the church they don’t have another option for worship. Not much anyway.. They feel like they have to become anti religion instead and drag others with them. I also realized that no matter where you live you will find what you seek for. There are amazing stalwarts wherever you live. You have to desire to find them and hopefully be one.

The Methodist Church is also cracking as well, same issue. It is awful. Then I heard the next sentence. I think about that stuff all the time. I am a convert to the LDS church but I go to a bunch of churches. I like different music, I like those churches that have crazy but effective prayers, but I love the constant digging and discussion of scriptures, the monthly testimonies, the no drinking, no shacking up, no drugs, actually helping out church members, in addition to other service things, social activities, no making others work for you on the Sabbath, not a country club or social church, the old hymns, the praying before and after everything, the fact that the bishop doesn't drive around in a fancy car and his kids don't goto free private schools and universities (I went to UMHB and half the kids there were getting free school because of that ...while me, a veteran was paying full tuition, and I was in from 88-93 and am not disabled so I don't get free schooling. The church I went to for awhile...the pastors were in a boat club and just living off of tithing. Yeah, I want no part of that so the local church leaders who work all the time in addition to their normal jobs get paid NADA. Nothing. I love the peace I feel in the Temple in the nicest room. They don't beg for air conditioning money either. We clean our own building. I love the Jewish system as well and would love to see vids on that but maybe you already have some. I will go back and watch the video.

I really enjoyed speaking at this rally with David!

David, thank you for your channel and your kindness, amazing sincerity and honesty towards my church especially, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints. Did you know that there are over 5,000 Christian churches who solely teach from the Bible, yet several of them contradict each other? That is what led me to this church. I noticed that this church was the only church out of so many Christian churches that doesn't say, believe everything that we tell you to be true. In fact, much to my shock, they say the opposite. They say, don't believe everything that we tell you to be true. Instead, we're SO confident in the restoration of Jesus Christ's actual church on the earth, which we prophese to be, that we don't ask you to talk to us about confirmation of the truthfulness of the restoration and of this gospel, but talk to God himself about it, through prayer, and we are so confident about this challenge, written by an ancient prophet named Moroni, chapter 10, verses 3-5, towards the end of the Book of Mormon scriptures, that if you are truly sincere before God, then he will affirm of its truthfulness through the power of the Holy Ghost. You can't beat that! Millions and millions of people have tried this challenge and their lives have dramatically changed for the better. So my friend, I hereby challenge you to do the same. Take care. And keep posting your wonderful videos. Jay Hulet

Such sincere and thoughtful comments created much joy for this Latter-Day Saint.

Dude, I loved this. Sounds like the gathering of Israel to me. Gathering in one all things in Christ. So cool. The spirit testifies of these things. The spirit of revelation. You talked of Christ asking Peter, "Whom say ye that I am?" Peter answered, "Thou art the Christ, the son of the living God." Christ then said, "flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto the, but my Father which is in heaven." And how did he reveal it? Through revelation by the power of the Holy Ghost/Spirit. And upon this rock (principle of revelation) I will build my church. Matt 16:15-18. You are all filled with the testimony of Jesus. Rev 19:10 for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy. The Lord is building a church again with Prophets and Prophetesses who are filled with the spirit of revelation that we all might speak in the name of the Lord. Get ready for His return. Keep spreading the Love. You are doing better than you think you are. Loved this!!!

Thank you for your channel, David. I have enjoyed learning more about other religions through your eyes. I am an active member of the CJCLDS. I appreciate your focus on the similarities rather than the differences in Christan Churches. "The Jewish leaders asked Christ which is the great commandment in the law?" "Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt alove the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself." I send out the wish that all Christians would focus on these two commandments. Mastering them will take many of us a lifetime.

Per David's comment on the Martin Luther and the "Great Schism" I thought I would share about a related concept in the "The Great Apostasy" by James E. Talmage posits that following the death of Jesus Christ and his apostles, there was a widespread falling away from the doctrines taught by Jesus and the original Church he established. This departure from original teachings, or apostasy, resulted in a period without authoritative priesthood power or revelation. The book argues that the original Church's teachings and structure were altered, resulting in various Christian denominations that differed from the original Church. 📿⛪🐦 In logical terms: 1. Premise 1: Jesus Christ established a Church with specific doctrines, teachings, and an authoritative priesthood. 2. Premise 2: After the death of Christ and his apostles, significant alterations in doctrine and structure occurred. 3. Conclusion: These alterations led to a "great apostasy," a period wherein the original teachings and authority of Christ's Church were absent. The book then supports the idea that a restoration of Christ's original Church and priesthood was necessary, which Talmage believes occurred through Joseph Smith in the 19th century. 1. Premise 1: The original doctrines and priesthood authority were lost during the apostasy. 2. Premise 2: A restoration of the original Church's authority and teachings is essential for salvation. 3. Conclusion: The restoration occurred through Joseph Smith, as evidenced by his revelations and the establishment of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. See, www.goodreads.com/book/show/1102987.The_Great_Apostasy

I like you David. I feel like you're more honest and open than most other religious youtubers. Keep up the great work. I've loved hearing your commentary on each of the churches you've visited.

Right before he told Peter about the rock it was after Peter declared that Jesus was the Christ and Christ told him that it was the Father who revealed this to Peter. So I've always believed that the rock is revelation.

While you were talking i kept thinking how Jesus said there are only two churches. And when He said those who hear and do …. I love the Gospel of The Restoration. I think Jesus Christ came in the first place to restore people to The Father. Those who are pure in their hearts about doing the Father’s will, as He did , I think have a special light about them that is not only evident to the eye, but that can actually be tangibly felt. The love of Jesus Christ in and through true discipleship is how the world knows us. True disciples of Jesus Christ love one another. And that is a powerful thing to witness and to feel. WE all need to Come Unto Christ and let Him lead us by the hand HOME. I really miss The Father and long for his embrace. I miss our Home.

David: I thought your manner of thought. You've got this puzzle with one-thousand pieces and you're trying to put it together. You're not rushing it, you're taking it a step at a time to make sure you're understanding it and that's awesome! I think I've concluded you're a Lutheran and, though many know it or not, Latter-day Saints aren't anti Martin Luther, John Calvin, or John Wycliffe, instead, Latter-day Saints have a deep respect for them, and an appreciation for them. As you mentioned, man IS foulable and can make mistakes, and as Jeffery Holland stated: "It must be terribly frustrating for our Heavenly Father, but we are all he has to work with". When asked what Joseph Smith thought of the prophet Mohammed, Joseph Smith is said to have a respect for Mohammed of Islam. A protestant and I discussed that once and she was FURIOUS at me for suggesting that, because Islam teaches Jesus was just a prophet, and Islam backs that up with Jesus never proclaiming or professing to be God, but they don't understand I Am, but, she was furious they Islam didn't consider Jesus as God. What she doesn't understand, and Joseph Smith did, is just as Jeffery Holland stated "we are all He has to work with". As you suggested, Peter cracked, even Jesus' right-hand man cracked under pressure. I, personally, don't see Peters "fault" as a fault, necessarily. I think that's the only way Peter knew he could be keep Jesus in his sight and watch his best friend to the end rather than being expelled for being a Christian, I see it different than most do, I guess. Still, Mohammad was at least someone God could work through to keep the idea of the God of Abraham alive rather than an entire nation falling into disbelief. We learn from Corinthians, Peter, and Joseph Smith that Gods work doesn't end on earth, that's why there are temples. If they haven't let go of the God of Abraham, then it'll be easier for them to accept the Gospel in the Spirit world than going completely atheist. God has to work with what he has in a fallen world and still play by his rules. The Church of Jesus Christ had just been rejected. It's founder, it's Rabbi, it's Messiah had just been rejected, false doctrines had crept in and polluted the Church, and it's leaders were being rejected, killed, and Satan was getting the better of them by their own pride and sinful nature, they were being exploited and a new Church was formed. If you listen to David Alexanders channel, he talks about and really hits on INFANT BAPTISM as a starting point. Constantine in his history and the studies they're learning more and more of him indicate he was a loyal Apollo follower and worshipper to his death (he remained a Pagan) but potentially used Christianity's rising popularity to United his people and his army, but I've concluded, for now, Constantine remained a staunch worshipper of Apollo. So here's this great Apostacy that has transpired, and to my knowledge, it was likely Martin Luther first identified and coined the term. He knew something wasnt right, the Church had fallen away. Was Martin Luther a prophet? No. Did he have apostolic authority as Jesus original twelve had? Nope, that was long gone. Even St. Ignatius of Antioch was approached by his congregation who plead for him to take over the Church and govern it, and St. Ignatius, who was a fan of the Apostle John, and was believed to be one of the children blessed by Jesus himself, responded to his congregation: "I am but a Bishop". He knew he only had certain priesthood keys and his mentor John the Apostle had many more keys, St. Ignatius knew. But, back to Martin Luther, he may not have had the authority or Priesthood keys to govern the Church, but neither did Joseph Smith, Jr. in 1820 when he read James 1:5 and had the first Vision. He recognized up until the time Peter, James, and John conffered upon him those keys and later more keys from other prophets who held those keys in the Kirtland temple, after the manner of Jesus Christ who first demonstrated that manner with Moses conferring keys upon the head of Aaron, that's when Joseph Smith had priesthood keys. So, Martin Luther, John Wycliffe, and Calvin, all had an open mind and enlightenment to at least see something was off. God had lit a fire under them to start to lead things back on the trail it needed to go to begin the reformation, which was crucial to preparing the way for Joseph Smith to have a foundation to work off of to have more enlightenment to take it to God and ask him and begin the restoration. Whether the start of the Catholic Church was part of that plan and God's hand in moving things in the direction from a totally corrupt and apostate church, I don't know, but the reformers mentioned, just as Mohammed, were someone at least willing to do things God's way where everyone, before, who knew better and had light and truth, rejected it and abandoned it and knowingly killed the Apostles. Protestants don't seem to understand the respect Latter-day Saints actually have for their founding fathers. When Jesus responded to Joseph Smith in his time, he told them they were corrupt churches in those days, and look how they eventually treated the Members of the Church that was being restored. There wasn't unity and love, it was persecution and violence toward them, but it doesn't change the fact their forefathers jumpstarted things to build steps to help Joseph Smith along, had they not been listening to that still small voice, where would we be today? The Churches and ensued? Just like the branch offs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but what's interesting is that there are members of those Churches that say: "Yeah, Brigham Young was the successor. Latter-day Saints in Utah are the covenant children that are continually receiving revelation" but it's easy for them to accept. Fundamentalists convert as well so God's still working to bring everyone into the same place, so there's always going to be splinter groups that disagree and branch off. In the United States there are 44,000 different denominations that all spread from one Church. That doesn't include the Gospel that existed in the Old Testament that has branched out into various Jewish sects, and even after Jesus when Mohammed founded Islam how many different branches of Islam there are, all of this coming from Adam, day one in the Garden. Latter-day Saints claim it's a direct line from: Adam to Noah, who held onto the authority to carry it on after the flood. To Abraham, to Jacob, to Moses, to Nathan, to Jeramiah and also Lehi into the New World, Jeramiah all the way to Malachi, to John the Baptist. The New World to Nephi through Alma, to Helaman. And then Jesus comes and calls his twelve. He ressurects and goes to the Americas and calls twelve there as well who pass down to Mormon and then to Moroni until they all become apostate and corrupt just like in the old world and the priesthood authority dies out, as is the same with the Apostles in the old world. So, there's a time of quiet where everyone's scurrying about trying to piece together the broken glass vase but don't know they're preparing the world for Joseph Smith who, as God told Jeremiah: "Before I formed thee in the belly, I knew thee and ordained thee a prophet" Joseph Smith was foreordained and the same gospel and authority Adam held in the beginning was given to Joseph Smith by John the Baptist and later Peter, James, John, and so on. It's pretty amazing but, absolutely, Latter-day Saints respect and acknowledge the reformers

Thank you for your refreshing and honest sharing. I love your metaphors of weaponizing the Bible and scriptural grenades. Yes I do see that approach many times, and it is not edifying. Christ is happy with us when we followHis way with patience and kindness.

Even though some of their doctrines such as eternal families are appealing on a human level, I probably wouldn't believe anything about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints if God hadn't sent his spirit to know me and prove to me that he lives, that the Missionaries are his servants, and that it is his Church. I know this is true because I recognized and remembered his spirit during its visitation, and realized that true life is in him rather than in myself or my life alone. So in a sense, there is now a new light in my sky. God is the only person who has ever known me. I feel like I was first born to my Parents as a sowed but dormant field. And at age 26, the visitation of Gods spirit watered my field and stirred all the dormant seeds of hope within me to life, and I unfold to his light. What other is a man to do under the tutelage of the living God? Without him, dearth would be my soul. I would be a man of philosophy, gluttony, and tradition.....a child of the world. But being Gods, I am fruitful in truth, however slow and clumsy my saying of him. Like the things that grow on the earth, there are seasons to the growth of ones soul. I am excited to see what God makes. So in spite of tears and the call to excruciating patience, I abide. Like President Nelson often says, "let God prevail."

I love that quote "throwing scripture hand grenades trying to disconnect you from Jesus"

I am so encouraged and uplifted by this discussion. This is the second KZfaq channel I’ve come across comparing Protestants and “Mormons”. This is such a productive discussion at a time when people of faith often encounter opposition in the public square. I greatly appreciate your message and your efforts.

David, I love your sincerity and spirit on this channel. I encourage you to continue to read the Book of Mormon with sincerity and faith. I first read it in high school when I was contemplating a mission. It's hard to describe the love and light that entered into my heart and mind as I read it and prayed about it. Still 30 years later I still feel the unmistakable fruit of the spirit in reading it. It also brought me to the Bible and a love for those books of scripture.

That people attack the Book of Mormon and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is evidence that it is true. But to receive the greater light and knowledge, one must be willing to make a sacrifice of a broken heart and contrite spirit, and receive a witness from God by the power of the Holy Ghost. And by the power of the Holy Ghost, ye may know the truth of all things.

You hit the nail on the head about Jesus building His church on His rock. I love how you made that connection! After His death and resurrection, He bestowed the authority upon His apostles. As you read the New Testament you see those fissures you spoke of already happening as Peter, Paul, etc. encountered people who needed correction in their thinking about Christ's gospel. Eventually all of the apostles were martered and the authority left, leaving people to create numerous new fractures in the truth of Christ's gospel. If a mirror falls and breaks into pieces, it leaves numerous individual mirrors with numerous perpectives. The only feasible step would be for Christ to restore the mirror (or His gospel) with the apostolic authority. This would be the "restitution of all things" that was spoken of in the book of Acts 3:21. I love the idea of building the rock on common ground between the different sects. But in the end, Christ's truth must prevail.

as Christ's body was broken, so shall the body of Christ (the church), but as Jesus Christ was resurrected, so shall be the Church, there will be one church, all gathered into one, of whom the members will be honest in heart, and willing to discard the doctrines that are tested and are obliterated at His coming.

Your channel is relevant to me. Thanks so much for making these videos. I too, wish all churches could understand each other. I really love so many churches but yhe LDS the most!! The testimonies rock my soul. They touch me and change me. Seeing Jesus change humans is a beautiful thing. I love to ask any church person in any church hoe Jesus changed your life...to give me hope. And people calm down and share.

WOW that was a GREAT video!! I love that you let us into your heart and mind with your inspirations that you received in this experience. It’s TRULY INSPIRING!! It was great to hear from you at the rally! I watched it and was impressed. You are a good man. What a unique experience you have had through ALL of this! The Book of Mormon IS the word of God and it’s been unaltered! Reading the Book of Mormon WILL bring people close to Christ which changes their hearts to want to do good, be kind, and be happier! Mosiah 5:2 And they all cried with one voice, saying: Yea, we believe all the words which thou hast spoken unto us; and also, we know of their surety and truth, because of the Spirit of the Lord Omnipotent, which has wrought a mighty change in us, or in our hearts, that we have no more disposition to do evil, but to do good continually. THIS scripture is exactly what you’re seeing in the people who read the Book of Mormon and try to live by it’s teachings of Jesus Christ. 😊 I love the Bible too but there have also been plain and precious truths removed from it, and some scriptures have been changed long long ago, but it is also important scripture. I love John 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. I hope you don’t listen to the MANY naysayers out there who will angrily try and stop you. I know you’ve already dealt with that. I’ve read a lot of your comments. THANK YOU for standing up in your observation of good people who bare good fruit who are trying to be like Jesus Christ. ❤ May you be filled with knowledge and have joy!

Yes! He’s back!!

Thank you for this, brother😊

loved your conclusion, plant seeds of Love, find commonality regardless of denomination. Well said!

David, you truly a deep thinker!

Thank you!

David your podcasts are great. I really appreciate your commens on the church whether it be the to wards you visied or general conference, they are refreshing & very positive. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints tht is uplifting especially after the constant criticism & negativity we've recieved. I've watched your other podcasts they too are poitive and enlightening. Thanks for our hard work.

I agree that we need to make better efforts as all churches who profess Christ to acknowledge what Christ teaches the Samaritan and the Jew and the Gentile. Love one another, as I have loved you.

Let the spirit continue to work in you and through you brother. Thank you for all you do!

Love your observations David and your sincerity is refreshing :).

Hey, David! Thanks for another great video! I've been watching your videos since around week 20, and I'm hoping to read your book soon! Speaking of reading books, it would be cool if you read the Book of Mormon and shared what you learn from it with all of us subscribers! I would love to learn more and hear your perspective:) Also, if you ever want to learn about Latter-day Saint temples, you should look into going to a temple openhouse. I went to one for the first time about a month ago, and it was pretty interesting. Thanks for your faith! It's awesome to learn from another brother in Christ!

This was very interesting. Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed EVERY MINUTE of this. I didn't know that there were a lot of small splinter churches surrounding the temple lot. I've never been there. It's nice to hear that all these churches are great examples of Christlike love and the one thread in their example of Christlike love is the Book of Mormon. It would be nice to visit there someday.

Have you heard of David Alexander? You might enjoy a conversation with him! Thanks for all you do!

What did Christ say about putting new wine in old skins? Hence the need for a new skin, or referring to your analogy at the beginning, a new rock or restored foundation. Great video. Thanks. And all the restoration branches have a part in this work too.

Testimonies r my fav part. This Sunday is testimony Sunday yay!

You have a good way of thinking about the great apostasy . Martin Luther was looking for a reformation and Martin Luther was not trying to start his own church but to bring back the original church of Jesus Christ in its fullness.

I really enjoy your perspective on these things. My mother was raised a Norwegian Lutheran in Wisconsin and Minnesota, and your perspective and logic reminds me so much of her. I look forward to your videos and I’m enjoying your book too.

First time coming across your channel, and certainly won't be the last! This BoM rally sounds amazing! It's nice to hear that despite their differences, they can come together, enjoy and celebrate what they have in common, and then to dicuss what they like about each others churches in incredible. It would be nice to see such a thing with other churches!

I appreciate your videos and openness to exploring other faiths in a positive light. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of LDS, I was a little confused about a few of the speakers who were referred to as apostles or leaders in the LDS Church who are not official apostles. However, it is great to hear that you appreciate the Savior in the Book of Mormon and our view on sharing testimonies. Personal testimonies are a big part of supporting each other and learning more about Jesus through each other. Thank you!

Well said

I love your message of inclusion and love and open mindedness ❤

❤ what you said about planting seeds all over made me think of Jacob 5

Absolutely phenomenal! Thank you for your kindness and love. Maybe you can read the Book of Mormon next? I’d love to hear your perspective on that!

You are very well-spoken!

Good to see you again. I love your positive outlook. Keep up the great work because you are doing much good. Thanks for sharing.

I invite all to come and observe in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We give Book of Mormon for free. Pray about it. The Spirit will direct and guide you and manifest the truth as you desire to know if it is true. Its not enough to see the church structures and temples. Theres more to know. I hope you find time to listen to our missionaries in your area, wherever you maybe. God bless our journey...

Thank You! ps i have too much i (could) Say ~ Following The (Bread Crumbs ~~~ connecting the Dots) Hopping i come in to A Soft Landing 🗝Pure Truth Matters ~ 🙏🏼🕊

Awesome video - I agree with what you said! Especially about the analogy of a garden with different churches. 🙂

As I read the verse, Jesus was referring to revelation as the rock upon which he was to build his Church

I wish , I could be there.

This was awesomeee🔥🔥🔥🔥thabk you for being so respectful and a rally for unity bro

Excellent job, David. After watching this, I looked it up and watched both you and Steve. Wow, Steve has such a meek and humble spirit and many words of wisdom. I hope to watch the rest when I get a chance. Great job, guys. Thank you very much for accepting the invite and sharing with us.

I love all your episodes! Thank you for the great work you are doing! The beautiful thing about the scriptures is how they can have so many meanings. You mentioned Matthew 16:18 where Jesus says to Peter, “upon this rock I will build my church.” I love the different interpretations you talked about. Another interpretation for the rock could be revelation. The previous verse says “And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Bar-jona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven.” So “this rock” could be referring back to the experience Peter had with personal revelation. I know that if we ask with a sincere heart and real intent God will reveal truths to us “And by the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things.” (Moroni 10:5) Thanks again for all the good you’re doing! Being LDS, I love hearing about the experiences you’ve been having with my church, but I also love learning about other churches through you. I love how you look for the good everywhere you go! Thanks!

I love your analogies. Thanks for all your doing and thanks for being born!

Even though I have found where Christ wants me to be, I am still enjoying your sampler of all the different churches--it is incredibly informative. As a latter-day saint myself I wouldn't call the rally a church, more like a collaborative effort since they are not there to minister to each other and partake of ordinances like the Lord's supper with each other and inspire each other to serve Christ...more to learn from each other temporarily and then go their separate ways (I'm sure they were talking about Christ but that's different than what does Christ specifically need me to do for Him). NOW WHAT I wanted to get to...I know you are taking a break from touring churches but when you pick up there's two churches I think you should stop by for educational reasons (I don't believe in them nor do I think you should convert to them, so hopefully this isn't misunderstood because these churches are REALLY out there--but as a society we need to understand them so we can make informed decisions, AND NO ONE is talking about what their services are like, ANYWHERE, and it's driving me crazy 'cause they are huge movements) The first is an off-label saint-focused Catholic church (you know not pope-approved), like, or probably most likely, Santa Muerte. It is the fastest growing church in the world that says it's Christian that is not a Mega church (those churches are only the fastest growing for a few months, then they settle). The church popped up in just a few years to be the biggest one in Mexico and then they banned it, and the US being very open-minded to, even the Catholics, changing for the incoming crowd: these spiritual refugees are making up the bulk, almost certainly, of the border crossings. Yes some of their congregations are gang controlled but not all of them, some are grass-roots, and some merging with legitimate Catholics. They have a cult label--but since there's no trapped inside a closed community by a charasmatic leader it's just a label to mean off-the-beaten path. We need to understand what's going on because someday we'll wake up and they'll be part of the national conversation. They are almost certainly going to surpass the top three demoninations in the US: catholic, southern baptist, latter-day saint (we've surpassed the united methodists due to their split, but Santa Muerte probably has millions in the US now--and someday the records will show that). The next is a native american church. Now you might think, okay that's not Christian that's a whole different faith, but it's extremely rare nowadays for, even on reservations, for them to be attending their original colonial era faith. Almost all of them attend hybrids or mostly Christian churches, and recently a translation of the bible into their cultural vernacular was just published (you can read about that on religious news service). And yes one of them is actually called the Native American Church. Just like the "are there gang members here", I get that the whole drugs in the service thing might make you squeamish; hopefully observer status is fine. And while I'm on the subject of minorities have you tried a historic black church? (Some of them are really big denominations but their record keeping was off so it's difficult to see how many of them there are but altogether black baptists look like a huge movement). I get that visiting minority churches might risk language barriers and bring in a bit of attention, but I don't think you'll have a repeat of what happened with the Amish since they are not as given up on converts as that group is. I don't want to scare you with something that sounds like a lot of work, I just thought these churches deserved their due attention.

AMEN!!!

David, you are awesome and I love your videos. You are right that the rock Jesus was referring to when he was talking to Peter has several meanings. There’s another to consider which is revelation by the Holy Ghost. Jesus said, flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto you, but my Father which is in Heaven (Matt 16:17) …upon this rock I will build my church… Something to consider for you and the foundation of the LDS church and it’s members. So foundation = Jesus/prophets/prophecy/Holy Ghost, etc. Same thing that the words in the Bible are based on. Think about that, someone was writing on a blank piece of paper or plates to give us the words in the Bible. Where did that come from?

Love this!

This video was great David!

I got the impression you really like the Mormon Church. I think it is a nice Church. Thank you for sharing.

thanks bro

Good stuff, David.

Maybe give us a tour of Catholic churches, like an art tour. Some churches are so pretty, or old wooden Luheran churches. Thanks.

Welcome to LDS, David.

Interesting!

Scriptural grenades! I love it, its so true, especially towards the LDS!

You are sowing rocks and weeds to the true church of Jesus Christ

David, I'm glad you are continuing to post after completing your 1 year journey. Will you follow Star Trek with a 5 year mission to seek out new life and new civilizations?😊

So David are you considering conversion to some form of Mormonism?

I want to commend you on your thoughtful approach. I would like to leave three thoughts with you relating to your experience. 1). Christ said that "by their fruits ye shall know them." Ask yourself, "What will disciples of Christ be doing and what will it look like?" 2). Your analogy of a seed being planted came right out of the Book of Mormon. I think you will find it very intriguing (Alma 32:26-43). 3). The passage from the New Testament where Peter is told that Christ's church will be built upon a rock has been misinterpreted to mean that Peter would be the foundation of the church. When you read the passage leading up to this and put it in context it makes more sense. Christ asks Peter who he thought He was. Peter responded that He was the Christ. Peter was then told that flesh and blood (man) had not made it known to him but God had made it known to him by the power of the Holy Spirit and that his church would be built upon truth being confirmed by the Holy Spirit, in other words personal revelation. How can you gain a personal relationship with God without this? When Christ left the apostles he told them that they wouldn't be left on their own, that he would give them the Holy Ghost who would "teach you all things and bring all things to your remembrance whatsoever I have said unto you" (John 14:26). The beauty of this is you don't have to take my or anyone else's word for it. If you ask God with a sincere heart, He will confirm it to you through the power of the Holy Ghost. The key is you need to be sincere which means that you are committing to act on the prompting that you receive. DG

If people were looking for perfection in religion "church" umung a fallen imperfect world which we all are, and we found it. Would there be need for faith ? No the churches are imperfected because of man but Jesus is perfection itself. His church will be the most perfect a self sustaining organization, not only self-sustaining but ever expanding. These are my thoughts.

The ultimate question is which church has the full confidence and approbation of Christ himself? He said “if ye are not one, ye are not mine.” We are all responsible to discover the truth for ourselves and we have been told that if we ask God to enlighten us, he will answer. If all churches are His church, why is there so much contention? That was Joseph Smith’s dilemma in 1820. He asked. God answered. There had to be one church that was founded on direct authority from God which would put paid to the conflict and confusion. When the Savior returns we need to present a unified front. So which church are we going to stand behind? Which doctrine are we going to espouse? Read Moroni 10:4-5. Everyone will have to do this by and by.

I believe the temple lot Mormons were designated by God to preserve the rebuke lot to fulfill prophecy. Otherwise it would likely have become a shopping mall or something.

Very nice video. This is something that I would like to attend someday. It isn't well advertised at all so does that mean it isn't for the general membership but only special members?

I note that there were red seats on the dais... just like general conference in SLC. 😊

Hi David, it was really nice to listen to your video. You have given some great insights and historical tidbits I've never heard of before. I am a forever Latter-Day Saint (not a sect), and have a question for you. You mentioned the combative relationships between protestant sects. I don't know if this is accurate, because I'm not as indepth with my research as you are, but does it look to you like they are only more united when it comes to one thing, and that is, against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints? What are your thoughts on this? Thanks for considering.

This is really cool, I had no idea it happened

Ok, the real question from one of your subs, is, have they ever done this before (of which I've never heard of) or did your adventures, bringing all these sects to light cause this to happen? I also get a laugh out of your dream to take a staycation 🤣 Looks like your life has gone nuclear! Glad I got to watch this and the journey not yet ending. Thanks.

Counsel with the Lord in all thy doings, and He will direct thee for good; yea, when thou liest down at night, lie down into the Lord that He may watch over you in your sleep; and when thou risest in the morning, let thy heart be full of thanks unto God; and if you do these things ye shall be lifted up at the last day. From the book of Alma in the book of Mormon 37:37. This is a great verse if you are single and trying to live in our times with so much sin everywhere and work bring so challenging. I hope this verse gives someone hope like it does me. I have a handmade art book of verses from the Old and New Testaments as well, that I have read from cover to cover countless times. The Book of Mormon is full of verses like this and no matter what faults are with Joseph Smith, the people in the church are just like any other church, maybe they pray too much...morning and night and maybe they play too many games on Monday nights with Family Homes Evenings. Maybe they stand up too many times saying how much Jesus helps them in Testamony Sundays. Maybe they sin like everyone else. I just love going to their church and being a member. I love being around sober minded and just sober people. I do not like the no coffee or tea. If they would drop that, no one would have an excuse not to join. 😅

Hi David, I'm touched by your journey, and hobby. I know you don't profit over all the expenses you have gone into making your videos available. I'm pleased to see your growth, and you feeling comfortable in front of the camera, and sharing your journey. Keep up the good work. What about branching off to Non-Christian denomination churches? Just a thought...

Hi David.. I was very impressed with your synopsis of your experience! I would like to share with you some of the evidence of the veracity of the Book of Mormon that has hitherto evaded the public eye that, to me, is quite convincing. Let me know if you are interested

This is so refreshing and beautiful.

...several of these small midwest Mormonite offshoots, use "Church of Christ" as their moniker, none of these groups are to be confused with larger "Bible alone", "acapella music", churches of Christ/"Campbellites"...Also a "restorationist" movement, but which was several decades older than Joseph Smith's Mormonism..

The Rock is the Rock of Revelation. Jesus just asked Peter who am I ? Peter answer that He is the Son of God. Jesus responds “Upon this Rock I will build My Church”.

Huge majority followed Brigham Young. Spin off groups are kinda like tooth picks. Very important to remember where the actual authority rests and where the Holy Ghost guides and directs all ordinances and covenants.

Hi i converted to the LDS church this time last year would love to tell you about it

16:53 Complete knowledge or perfect faith have never been requisites to find Truth. You´ve done well by focusing on people among other things. "By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another." (John 13:35). There is a hymn built on this topic that I love. Besides the fruit of love you observe in these people, there are also the fruits brought by the Spirit in you after learning enough to ask our Father about all these things. The answer received in your mind and in your heart will be complemented by a desire not to sin anymore. The more you continually exercise the true faith, pray and obey all commandments, the stronger you will become. That constitutes the strength of The Church. It is founded on Jesus Christ, revelation through the Holy Spirit for both each individual and for the whole Church, authorized servants who have been granted the Priesthood and his Keys and all the things the Lord taught are to be present in His Church.

11:00 Paraphrasing: "Is the restoration putting back together this rock,mor is it creating a new rock?" I would add "or is it creating yet another splinter, yet another denomination, or even several, counting the subdivisions as well?"

The Mormon Church at Salt Lake City is Sunni Mormonism and the Mormon Church at Independence is Shia Mormonism.

LDS interpretation of "upon this rock I will build my church" is a bit different, and looks at the verse preceding it for clarification. 17 And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Bar-jona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven. 18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I've heard the explanation that the rock is referring to revelation from the Holy Spirit.

There are a number of splinter groups. None have significant followers however. Community of Christ is likely the most numerous. A few thousand most likely

Upon This Rock is actually Revelation upon this revelation of who Christ is I'll build my church. The rock is a symbol of the Revelation. Read the scripture one more time and you'll see what I mean.

David, some of the things you're saying sound a lot like accounts of people who joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Joseph Smith's generation