With perceptive historical insight, this penetrating study of old Nauvoo takes the reader behind the scenes and into the minds of the men who plotted the death of Joseph Smith. This carefully researched book casts a spotlight on Governor Ford, the apostates, and the anti-Mormons whose hatred and treachery placed Joseph on the road to Carthage and brought him at last "like a lamb to the slaughter" and to his martyrdom in the jail at Carthage, Illinois.

The Road to Carthage: Conspiracy and Betrayal

Ted Gibbons

Brigham Distributing

Beginning with this simple insight, Ted Gibbons, the author of this warm and inspiring book, explores "life's test," an examination complete with a Teacher, a testing center, textbooks, sample problems and a final grade. 
In a unique and refreshing approach to the challenges of mortality, Gibbons examines the rules by which the Test is conducted. 
Don't Quit. Only the Instructor knows how many problems there are and how long the Test will last. Not all problems make sense. Your Test is personalized. Some problems are very difficult, but solutions are always simple. Mistakes can be fixed until the Test is over. You must help others solve their problems. The Teacher loves his students. Be of good cheer. 
Ted Gibbons is a long-time seminary and institute teacher. He has authored many books, including The Road to Carthage, and Sealing the Testimony. In addition to his being a sought-after speaker, he is a regular teacher for Know Your Religion and Education Week. The subject of This Life is a Test is an outrowth of those lessons and lectures.

This Life is a Test

Maasai

Ours is a world filled with fear, doubt, and uncertainty. In these difficult times, it is more important than ever before that you develop a firm foundation of faith. Teach your family to believe with Be Not Afraid. This remarkable new collection of stories, scriptures, and the words of the modern prophets will help focus your faith on such things as believing in His creative genius, in His empathy, and in His words. Put the doubt and uncertainty of life s troubles behind you and do as Jesus bid Jairus do so long ago, Be not afraid, only believe (Mark 5:36).

Be Not Afraid: Turning to Christ in Times of Crisis

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

Cedar Fort

I Witnessed the Carthage Massacre

Occasionally a book comes along that truly defines" its subject. In this penetrating study, Ted Gibbons lays the doctrinal foundation of powerful prayer that enables us to put off our shoes and enter the holy ground of individual worship and supplication. This beautifully written book is based on the teachings of the scriptures, the words of the prophets, and the clarifying discernment arising from personal experience. The insights in Put Off Thy Shoes will change your prayers and it will change you.

Put Off Thy Shoes: the Remarkable Power of Prayer