The story of the toilet's evolution from ancient civilizations to modern times, highlighting key innovations and their impact on public health and urban development. [... more]

The unspoken story about the small unmentionable seat in the corner of all of our lives. Civilization started with the onset of writing and the creation of sanitary systems, which were the basis for creating great cities and great communities. The earliest written reference to the disposal of human waste is more than 3600 years old and is found in the bible. Over time, human beings developed various methods for disposing of waste, including the use of latrines, public sewage systems, and flushing toilets. [... more]

The removal of Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker has left a power vacuum, with potential candidates like Donald Trump and Jim Jordan emerging. Meanwhile, Senator Marsha Blackburn discusses the impact on the US Senate and the ongoing issue of human trafficking, with 85,000 missing migrant children in the US. [... more]

Jesus teaches us to examine our own hearts before judging others, and to make judgments according to facts and not presumptions. We must also recognize that our judgments are limited to time, not eternity, and that only God can see the heart. Biblical truth and discernment are essential for spiritual growth and making important distinctions in a confused world. [... more]

The Community of Christ, a splinter group within the Restoration movement, has a complex understanding of the Trinity and salvation. While their website presents an orthodox view, a closer examination reveals a modalistic understanding of the Godhead, similar to ancient heresies. This raises questions about the nature of salvation and the role of good works in achieving it. [... more]

The Community of Christ, a splinter group of the Restoration Movement, holds a unique position on scripture and doctrine, differing from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They use the NRSV Bible version and have a more liberal approach to interpretation, allowing individuals to believe what they want. The church's scripture, the Book of Mormon, is not as central to their beliefs as it is to the LDS Church, and they have backed off on its literal interpretation. [... more]

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Community of Christ have a long-standing rivalry over the rightful succession of Joseph Smith's authority. A forged document, the Joseph Smith III Blessing, was presented to the LDS Church in 1981, claiming to prove that Joseph Smith designated his son as his successor. The document was created by Mark Hoffman, a member of the LDS Church, to embarrass the Church and gain financially. The LDS Church's leadership, including Gordon B. Hinckley, fell for the forgery and publicly presented it as authentic, leading to a significant embarrassment for the Church. [... more]

The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, now known as the Community of Christ, has a complex history with its founder Joseph Smith and his successor Joseph Smith III. The church has undergone significant changes, including a shift away from polygamy and the introduction of social gospel teachings. The Community of Christ has also become more ecumenical, allowing women to hold the priesthood and building bridges with other faith communities. [... more]

The Community of Christ, a splinter group of the Restoration Movement, claims Joseph Smith as its founding prophet. With a history dating back to 1860, the church has undergone significant changes, including the ordination of women to the priesthood. Despite having a similar name, the Community of Christ is distinct from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has its own unique doctrine and practices. [... more]

The Bickertonite Movement is a part of the Restoration Movement, which claims Joseph Smith as its founder. They believe in a literal Book of Mormon and have unique teachings such as foot washing and the gift of tongues. They also have a different understanding of salvation and the afterlife compared to the LDS Church. [... more]

The Bickertonite movement, a splinter group of the Restoration movement, has 27,000 members worldwide, with most living in Africa, Asia, and Central America. They believe in the restored gospel and focus on missionary work among Native Americans, whom they consider the Tribe of Joseph. Their teachings differ from the LDS Church, including a non-Trinitarian view of God and a different understanding of the Holy Spirit. [... more]

The Bickertonites are a Mormon splinter group that claims Joseph Smith as their founder, but their history is marked by controversy and division. The group's leader, William Bickerton, was a former member of the LDS church who left due to disagreements over plural marriage. He went on to start his own church, which was later plagued by infighting and schisms. [... more]

The Apostolic United Brethren, a fundamentalist Mormon group, practices polygamy and has a distinct approach to marriage and family. Unlike other fundamentalist groups, they discourage arranged marriages and underage relationships, and instead emphasize the importance of individual choice and consent. This group's unique characteristics and practices are explored in the context of Mormonism and Christianity. [... more]

The Apostolic United Brethren, a polygamous group, was founded by Rulon C. Alred in 1954. The group has a complex history, with connections to the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the LeBaron group. The current leader, Lynn A. Thompson, has been accused of sexual misconduct, and the group has a temple in Mexico, but the purpose of the temple is unknown. [... more]

The Church of Christ with the Elijah Message, a group claiming to be part of the Restoration Movement, holds views similar to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but also differs in significant ways. An interview with an apostle reveals the church's teachings on Joseph Smith, the priesthood, and the temple, as well as their views on salvation, obedience, and the possibility of hell for those who reject their teachings. [... more]

The Church of Christ with the Elijah message has a history of receiving revelations from John the Baptist, with the most recent messages coming from Norman Lyles, a blue-collar worker who claims to have been visited by John the Baptist in 2018. These messages often use King James English and discuss current events, including the pandemic and abortion. The church teaches that the millennium is coming soon and that the United States is facing judgment for its sins. [... more]

The Church of Christ with the Elijah message is a small group within the Restoration Movement, founded by Otto Fedding in 1930. It claims to have received direct revelations from John the Baptist, similar to Joseph Smith's Doctrine and Covenants. The group's teachings and practices are examined in the context of Mormonism and Christianity. [... more]

The Church of Christ with the Elijah message is a Christian denomination that emerged from the Restoration Movement, claiming to be the only true church on earth. They use the King James Version of the Bible and the Book of Mormon, and believe in direct communication from God to their leaders. The group has a unique view of salvation, obedience, and heaven, which differs from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. [... more]

The Church of Christ with the Elijah message is a non-polygamous splinter group in Mormonism, founded in 1930 by Otto Fetting. They emphasize eschatology and claim the tribulation has already begun, with a second coming and millennium set to come soon. They follow the King James Version of the Bible and the Record of the Nephites, a 1836 edition of the Book of Mormon, and believe in continuing revelation through messages from John the Baptist. [... more]

Doris Hansen shares her personal experience growing up in the polygamous Kingston group, where she was raised in a family with multiple wives and faced abuse, guilt, and shame. She eventually escaped and spent 25 years searching for truth before becoming a Christian, discovering the love of God, and finding salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. Today, she runs a ministry called Shield and Refuge, which aims to bring biblical truth to polygamists and help them escape and find eternal hope. [... more]