Elder Kyle S. McKay discusses his journey as a cowboy turned church historian, touching on topics like troubling aspects of church history, the significance of temples, sacrifices of women, and the relationship with the Community of Christ Church. He emphasizes the importance of being 'All In' in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Jane Manning James's Faith
Jane Manning James's story highlights her unwavering faith despite facing racial discrimination.
Denied temple blessings due to her race, she still maintained a strong testimony.
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Honoring Church Figures
LeGrand Curtis, Elder McKay's predecessor, is a direct descendant of Brigham Young.
Elder McKay displays a statue of Brigham Young in his office and requested a miniature statue of Jane Manning James.
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Kirtland Temple's Unique Role
The Kirtland Temple served a unique purpose in the Restoration, distinct from modern temples.
It was a place where Christ appeared and essential keys were restored.
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If the walls of the Kirtland Temple could speak, they would tell you what they saw that day—April 3, 1836—when the Living Christ appeared to the Prophet Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery. Still, the temple stands as a witness of the reality of the Resurrection that we celebrate at Easter. Perhaps it is only fitting that the Kirtland Temple reopened under the Church's ownership this week. On this week's episode, Elder Kyle S. McKay shares how history and an understanding of our heritage strengthens our own faith.
2:05- A Cowboy at Heart 4:24- Elder Marlin K. Jensen 8:20- Attorney By Trade 11:19- Learning From Church History Professionals 15:56- Approaching Troubling Aspects of Church History 20:33- Jane Manning 25:46- Historic Site Vs. Operational Temple 28:14- Dispensations 31:34- Three Temples 36:33- The Sacrifices of Women 39:33- Why Buy a Replica? 41:25- Relationship with the Community of Christ Church 46:31- God's Awareness of His Church 48:29- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
"He said in back-to-back verses in the Book of Mormon, 'I am able to do my own work' and He's doing it but this is take a child to work day and it is a glorious privilege to be His child and go to work with Him and watch Him do it." —Kyle S. McKay
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