David Sheffield

[The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints @Ch_JesusChrist]

A recently released streaming series presents a fictionalized interpretation of events in mid-19th century Utah. While historical fiction can be illuminating, this drama is dangerously misleading.

Brigham Young, a revered prophet and courageous pioneer, is, by any historical standard, egregiously mischaracterized as a villainous, violent fanatic. Other individuals and groups are also depicted in ways that reinforce stereotypes that are both inaccurate and harmful.

As to the Mountain Meadows Massacre, which the series inaccurately portrays as reflective of a whole faith group, the Church has long acknowledged and condemned this horrific tragedy. It has also taken significant steps to uncover and share the full truth of what happened and promote healing.

The problem with such deceptive, graphic and sensationalized storytelling is that it not only obscures reality and hinders genuine understanding but can foster animosity, hate and even violence. This is particularly troubling today when peacemakers are needed more than ever. At a time when so many responsible leaders are condemning the division and hostility that dominate so much of our public discourse, we echo the plea of President Russell M. Nelson: “The Savior’s message is clear: His true disciples build, lift, encourage, persuade, and inspire—no matter how difficult the situation. True disciples of Jesus Christ are peacemakers. … Peacemaking is a choice. … I urge you to choose to be a peacemaker, now and always.”

This sentiment, shared across many traditions, is resonating around the world today. It is the prophetic message of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—a message of peace that all the modern prophets have shared, including Brigham Young.

[Zero @Notorious_Zero]

If Mormons Aren't Christians, why on Earth would they do this?

Any ideas? #LDx

[David Sheffield @DSheffiled]

@Miss_Juliette12 It can’t come soon enough!!!!

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[Spencer Cox @SpencerJCox]

Powerful words confronting looters in SLC. “This isn’t the answer. This isn’t it. Do it right.”
(h/t @lymanwinn1)

[Radek Radzilowski @rrad907]

America needs Jesus.

[Danny Munoz @Dmunoz_17]

Ngl. I’m pretty upset i can’t get a you matter hoodie this time :(

[FOX College Hoops @CBBonFOX]

THIS ONE'S FOR THE TITLE 🏆

Which team has the best fanbase in college basketball: @UNC_Basketball or @BYUbasketball? #FOXFanVote

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SiriusXM Mascot Bracket Championship

#16 @WKUSports vs #16 @BYUCougars

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[Khalid @thegreatkhalid]

gotta keep
gotta keep
gotta keep your head up

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[Russell M. Nelson @NelsonRussellM]

Today I shared five important truths with the young people of the Church at a BYU devotional. I invite you to watch this short video—which I hope can help provide some clarity about the love and laws of God.

[Naima Cochrane @naima]

This needs an award. There was suspense, drama, emotion. I was fully invested.

[Mason Ramsey @masonramsey]

If you don’t got no giddie up then giddie out my way

[ScottTheAmazing @ScottTheAmazing]

Ain't nowhere 4th of July like Utah 4th of July's.

[David Sheffield @DSheffiled]

All right @USWNT, we see you

[David Sheffield @DSheffiled]

@tacobell forgot to give me my hot sauce... smh

[Donovan Mitchell @spidadmitchell]

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