Rising Hills and Sinking Valleys by Kimberly Jo Smith"Powerful," "Moving,"  "Insightful."What were the real reasons that kept Emma Smith from migrating West with the main body of the Saints after her husband was murdered?What became of the children and why was Joseph's posterity estranged from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for so many generations? One descendant, and convert to the LDS Church, shares her story, opening the door of understanding that has been lacking since 1844.Born in Maryville Tennessee in 1962, to Joseph and Sue Smith, Kimberly Jo Smith did not learn until age 12 that she had a great-great grand father named Joseph Smith, Jr. who built a church.  That revelation set Kimberly on a journey that would reveal to her an ancestry she had never known and a family that had been sorely broken.Kimberly Jo Smith uses her love of writing music and stories to expound upon the importance of family and in helping to bridge the inter-generational chasm formed between the Smith posterity and the millions of Latter-day Saints who hold her ancestor in grateful honor.Reviews:"A remarkably honest and forthright look into the heart and soul of her ancestors, the Prophet Joseph Smith and his wife Emma... a recipe for overcoming an obstacle that might stand in the way of strengthening ties of love with the human family."-- Gracia M. Jonescousin, friend and author of Emma and Joseph: Their Divine Mission"This book is the first opportunity that the majority of LDS Church members will have to understand the family over which Emma presided after Joseph's death."-- Legrand Bakerauthor of  Murder of the Mormon Prophet

Rising Hills and Sinking Valleys: A Descendant of Joseph and Emma Shares Her Story

Biographies & Memoirs

Smith, Kimberly Jo

Leaders & Notable People

Latter-day Legends

The One Needful Thing: Spiritual Consecration Within Our Reach

Religion & Spirituality

Maureen J. Olson

Christian Books & Bibles

The evolution of man has been a topic of debate among Church educators, members, and General Authorities since the early 1900s. The debate continues today. Where do you stand on this important matter? In 1954, Elder Joseph Fielding Smith, an Apostle who later became President of the Church, authored the book Man: His Origin and Destiny at the request of other members of the Quorum of the Twelve. This book documents Elder Smith’s position that pre-Adamites and organic (i.e., Darwinian) evolution are “false teachings, so destructive of faith in God.” Man: His Origin and Destiny has been criticized by certain LDS educators. Elder Ezra Taft Benson, President of the Quorum of the Twelve, offered the following rebuttal to one such criticism at BYU in 1976— “… Elder Smith's book, a book I would encourage all to read … It is also apparent to all who have the Spirit of God in them that Joseph Fielding Smith's writings will stand the test of time.” Today, 39 years later, Standing the Test of Time ‒ Science Proving Scripture fulfills that prophecy! Standing the Test of Time – Science Proving Scripture carefully examines the scientific evidence for Darwinian evolution and finds it seriously lacking in actual scientific basis. For example, the book explains how and why the human genome is actually deteriorating over time rather than creating new genes through evolution; why there are no fossils of any real pre-Adam transitional humans to be found anywhere; why radiocarbon and geologic dating estimation methods are consistently unreliable; and when dinosaurs really lived. In short, Standing the Test of Time provides truthful scientific answers to some of life’s most vexing questions. As Elder Bruce R. McConkie wrote, “These are questions to which all of us should find answers. Every person must choose for himself what he will believe.” Founded on new, groundbreaking science performed by courageous scientists with doctoral degrees, the glorious truths revealed in "Standing the Test of Time" will increase your faith in God as The Creator. No longer need you be intimidated by the sophisticated but unscientific and untruthful rhetoric of mainstream science that is so pervasive in today’s media!

Standing the Test of Time: Science Proving Scripture

Wright, Gary T.

Religious Studies

Standing the Test of Time - Science Proving Scripture

Held back until now, comes the story of transformation and profound blessings available to all who are willing to take the "journey." This new novel is a marked departure from Pontius' normal genre-the author is well known for his profoundly inspirational non-fiction writings, including Visions of Glory, Journey to the Veil, and Following the Light of Christ into His Presence. This new fictional series represents what is perhaps the most important message John yearned to convey, concluding that fictional narrative was the most effective way to express the transcendent life-truths he had discovered. 
 Like all of us, Sam Mahoy deals with the normal challenges of life, but from childhood Sam learned to be receptive to the promptings of the Spirit, mastering a profound faith in God. Follow him as he faces life with courage, strength and determination in the face of daunting setbacks at every stage of his journey. 
 From a small Idaho town to his mission in South Africa and unintended entanglements with menacing diamond smugglers, this book sets up an epic story resembling the author's own life, including actual places and spiritual events he experienced during the upward struggle of his mortal passage. 
John's gripping adventure continues in Book Two of Sam's journey, "Angels of Fire, the never-before released conclusion of his epic journey to Zion.

Fire of the Spirit: The Journey of Sam Mahoy (Journey to Zion)

Literature & Fiction

Pontius, John

Genre Fiction

Finally, the never-before released concluding story of transformation and profound blessings available to all who take the journey. John Pontius is known for his profoundly inspirational non-fiction writings. A true believer in the Lord's promises, John knew through personal experience that every spiritual blessing, manifestation, and miracle are possible for anyone who seeks to obey the voice of Jesus Christ. This fictional book represents the grand spiritual possibilities John yearned for in his own life, and which are vividly described in scripture. We follow Sam Mahoy as he experiences devastating challenges that test him to the utmost in losing his family, home, career, and reputation. Sam is ultimately awakened to a remarkable new vision for his life, the doctrine of translation, and a glorious mission which he shares with his righteous wife. She receives her own unspeakable blessings and identity as a powerful servant of Christ. As society crumbles around them, together they gather the elect to Zion and prepare for the glorious return of the Savior.

Angels of Fire: Sam's Astonishing Journey Continues (Journey to Zion)

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