Jared Christensen

Trust me, I'm a Doctor! Ordo Amoris!

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

Be a Peacemaker.

[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.

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@firewirenz @farmingandJesus Me either. Resurrection not rapture

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@creedandkeys @thyflameoflove But did it really endure? I don’t see Papal supremacy in the Bible which is the only fragments we have left of that Church Christ founded. Within a couple hundred years the remains apostles were martyred and the Roman government took over.

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@LeBongJames Huh?

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

Why do these cowards never defend their lies? Being in the family doesn’t make you an expert. Dude never read it.

[LeBong. @LeBongJames]

Fun Fact: my great uncle is Spencer W. Kimball, who wrote this book that has crushed so many young adults.

You’ve sinned sexually once? Your life is basically over. That’s how it reads.

There’s a reason the LDS church has quietly moved away from using this book.

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@jhallito @senormonkeyface Well not anyone though can they? I mean Utah can’t, right?

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@jhallito It’s been 2 years and will start to have exponential growth.

[Clint Russell @LibertyLockPod]

People who Trump excommunicated:
MTG
Massie
Joe Kent
Megyn Kelly
Tucker Carlson

People who opposed the Iran war:
MTG
Massie
Joe Kent
Megyn Kelly
Tucker Carlson

People who were right about the war:
MTG
Massie
Joe Kent
Megyn Kelly
Tucker Carlson

People who were 100% wrong:
Trump

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@jedekiah @FleabagMoroni Reclaim Zarahelma!

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@residentreformr What dudes?

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@creedandkeys @thyflameoflove From the other Christians?

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@Bar_tolmi Bro, accusing the Mormons on their food distribution is a wild tactic but I guess you’re up for a hell of a challenge!

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@andynewmanlpc Makes total sense for you to say that.

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@DB_cUTEpper How good are Michigan’s ethics?

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@BenBird53920553 Well continue to be a disciple of Christ and we will see you in the spirit world/pergatory and see what choices you make next!

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@KimJongTTU What does attending BYU have to do with evidence?

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@krmercer1525 @JayVagedes @rogerecoff Where does the Holy Ghost fit in?

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@Exploda @JayVagedes @rogerecoff We pray to The Father in the name of Jesus Christ and listen to the still small voice of the Holy Ghost who testifies truth.

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@Matthew56193629 @rogerecoff No we don’t believe in the Calvinist Hell 99% of humanity was predestined to go.

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@rogerecoff By persons feelings might you be talking about The Holy Ghost? Then yes absolutely! 👍🏼

[Jared Christensen @cryptorchud]

@EvidenceOfFaith Yes, you should not be a member of a religion you know nothing about that would be crazy.