Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet (With John Turner)

Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet (With John Turner)

Author: Talbot School of Theology at Biola University / Sean McDowell & Scott Rae July 14, 2026 Duration: 34:09
Who was Joseph Smith and what childhood experiences shaped his life, worldview, and the start of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? What are some of his positive characteristics that drew so many people to him and what were his flaws? How did his theology develop throughout his life? In this interview, Sean and Scott talk with John Turner about his fascinating biography: Joseph Smith: The Rise & Fall of an American Prophet. John Turner is a cradle-to-halfway-to-the-grave Pre...

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