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Standard of Truth

Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat

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The purpose of this podcast is to help Latter-Day Saints better understand their history and increase their faith. The podcast hosted by Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat, associate professor of Church History and Doctrine at BYU.
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followHIM

Hank Smith & John Bytheway

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Do you ever feel that preparing for your weekly Come, Follow Me lesson falls short? Join hosts Hank Smith and John Bytheway as they interview experts to make your study for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Come, Follow Me course not only enjoyable but original and educational. If you are looking for resources to make your LDS study fresh, faithful, and fun--no matter your age--then join us every Wednesday morning. Show notes: https://followhim.co YouTube: https://www.youtube. ...
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YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/q8CSEMP2w4o STANDARD OF TRUTH PODCAST https://tinyurl.com/StandardPodcast FREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKS New Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBook Old Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBook Book of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTER https://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter …
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC245EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC245FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC245DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC245PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC245ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/vQHNntug3vA ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIM.co …
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In this episode, we begin with a promotion of an upcoming fundraiser for Sweetwater Rescue’s Nairobi Kenya Temple Trip. Gerrit provides additional information and context on the recent changes to Doctrine and Covenants’ headings, specifically D&C 132 (POLYGAMY) Summary of Adjustments to Doctrine and Covenants’ Headings: https://assets.churchofjesus…
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Dr. Jordan Watkins examines how Joseph’s revelations on baptism for the dead and record-keeping intertwined law, theology, and personal struggle, revealing how sacred records can bind communities, heal relationships, and link the living with the dead. ***Content warning: This episode discusses suicide. If you're in crisis, please reach out to the N…
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What if the key to healing both grief and past trauma was hidden in a single, radical revelation? Dr. Jordan Watkins explores how the early Saints’ experiences of loss and grief were replaced with the doctrine of baptism for the dead–a practice that united heaven and earth. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC245EN French: …
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC244EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC244FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC244DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC244PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC244ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/PZOPL9xNakI ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIM.co …
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In this episode, we pause the “Who’s Dead and in Hell?” series to discuss the letters behind Doctrine & Covenants 121–123. Gerrit walks through what Joseph wrote in March 1839, and why those canonized excerpts (power, priesthood, and “the Son of Man hath descended below them all”) hit harder when you know the context (state-sanctioned violence in M…
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Dr. Liz Darger reflects on Nauoo’s revelations and doctrines of mercy, sharing insights on baptisms for the dead, the peace that comes from keeping covenants as a single Latter-day Saint woman, and the enduring power of women and priesthood power. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC244EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcast…
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How do we rebuild when life takes an unexpected turn? Dr. Liz Darger connects the Saints’ Nauvoo “rebuilding years” in Doctrine and Covenants 124 to modern lessons in humility, faith, and using everyday platforms to create holy spaces and share the gospel naturally. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC244EN French: https://…
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YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/pyu3IdC3Ejk STANDARD OF TRUTH PODCAST https://tinyurl.com/StandardPodcast FREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKS New Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBook Old Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBook Book of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTER https://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter …
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/mTbw5uiKvhQ ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIM.co …
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In this episode, we get back into who is dead and in hell with a discussion of President Zachary Taylor’s secret “mega-state” plan to skip territorial status by fusing the Mexican Cession into two giant states (California and New Mexico) and setting the stage for Deseret, Utah Territory, and next week’s “Who’s Dead and in Hell?” installment. Kristy…
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Dr. David Holland examines Doctrine and Covenants 121-123, exploring how persecution and personal choice distinguish between being called and being chosen. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC…
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When trials confine us, how do we find faith and power? Dr. David Holland unpacks five principles from Liberty Jail that reveal how affliction refines discipleship. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC243DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/…
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC242EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC242FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC242DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC242PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC242ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/1nhRfVyaIqI ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIM.co …
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In this episode, we discuss the most recent General Conference, Thomas B. Marsh’s prescription to avoid apostasy after apostasy and his return to the Church, and why “Mormons” are viewed as a cult. Kristy’s KorneЯ (Last Minute Lesson Prep): D&C 112 ⁠ Sign up for our free monthly email that is rarely monthly: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substa…
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Dr. Alexander Baugh illuminates the revelations in D&C 115-120, correcting myths about Adam-ondi-Ahman, tracing the faith and leadership behind the 1838 Far West revelations, and showing how the law of tithing and stories of disciples like Amanda Barnes Smith reveal enduring lessons of faith and accuracy in Church history. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS En…
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How did the Saints’ brief time in Far West shape the future of the Restoration and the present? Dr. Alexander Baugh explores the founding of Far West, the official naming of the Church, and the significance of Adam-ondi-Aham amid the trials of 1838 Missouri. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC242EN French: https://tinyurl.…
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC241EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC241FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC241DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC241PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC241ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/jkpViZma6AI ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIM.co …
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In this episode, we reflect on the life and teachings of President Russell M. Nelson and the horrific tragedy in Michigan. Peacemakers Needed: President Russell M. Nelson, April 2023 General Conference https://youtu.be/vQghSMOOYz4?si=J2iZzTDkfRcYSH_n Forgiving Others: An Easter Message from President Russell M. Nelson https://youtu.be/cb6UGnSEDi4?s…
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Dr. Susan Easton Black continues to explore Doctrine and Covenants 111-114, weaving together stories of the pride and humility of Thomas B. Marsh, doctrinal clarification on Isaiah, the life and choices of David W. Patten, and a powerful testimony of Joseph Smith’s prophetic calling. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC241E…
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What happens when financial collapse, wavering fatih, and widespread apostasy shake the early Church following the Kirtland Temple dedication? Dr. Susan Easton Black explores Joseph’s worries in Salem, Thomas Marsh’s doubts, the Kirtland Safety Societies failure, and the miraculous rescue brought by Heber C. Kimball’s mission to England. SHOW NOTES…
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YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Wp6gA9Kmd70 STANDARD OF TRUTH PODCAST https://tinyurl.com/StandardPodcast FREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKS New Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBook Old Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBook Book of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTER https://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter …
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC240EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC240FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC240DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC240PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC240ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/yEsI4Oh-Gi4 ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIM.co …
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In this episode, we inch ever closer to identifying the US President that Brigham Young said was dead and in hell. Kristy’s KorneЯ (Last Minute Lesson Prep): Gerrit discusses D&C 107 Sign up for our free monthly email (seldom monthly): ⁠ ⁠⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠⁠ If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for u…
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Dr. Anthony Sweat continues his exploration of the Kirtland Temple, highlighting the dedicatory prayer and the visitations of Jesus Christ and ancient prophets who restored priesthood keys vital for missionary work, temple ordinances, and family history. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC240EN French: https://tinyurl.com/…
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What can the Kirtland Temple dedication teach us about power, angelic help, and joy? Dr. Anthony Sweat examines the historical and spiritual significance of Doctrine and Covenants 109-110, clarifies the difference between the endowment and its presentation, and shows how repentance and covenant keeping open the way to lasting spiritual strength. SH…
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC239EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC239FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC239DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC239PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC239ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/LwiZpCkNKnc ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodc…
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We begin the episode with apologies to Sarah, who emailed us while in labor… again. Gerrit then sets the stage for a multi-part deep dive: Brigham Young, James K. Polk, and the Mormon Battalion with a question about the oft-repeated story that in General Conference Brigham Young announced a U.S. president “died and went to hell.” Standard of Truth …
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Dr. Brent Top continues an in-depth look at D&C 107, explaining how priesthood organization keys and councils, from the first Presidency to the Seventy, were divinely structured to guide the Church, bless every member, and prepare the world for the Savior’s return. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC239EN French: https://t…
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How does the Lord measure success when callings and achievements don’t come in this life? Dr. Brent Top explores D&C 106-108, highlighting Section 107’s foundational teachings on priesthood organization and how the Lord’s divine order blesses individuals and strengthens the entire world. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC…
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YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Mb_NA0aqIb0 STANDARD OF TRUTH PODCAST https://tinyurl.com/StandardPodcast FREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKS New Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBook Old Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBook Book of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTER https://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter …
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC238EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC238FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC238DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC238PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC238ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/CWHBxW_-OU4 ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodc…
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In this episode, we continue our discussion of the context leading to Orson Hyde writing a letter to the Missouri Republican. Utah is desperately trying to get into the Union while half of the states are seceding from the Union. Gerrit then reads the letter and provides commentary. We also discuss a litner’s email about Christian’s understanding of…
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Dr. Matthew Godfrey continues with D&C 102-105, highlighting how Zion’s Camp and the dissolution of the United Firm tested the early Saints’ faith, ultimately preparing future Church leaders and demonstrating that God’s promises are fulfilled through abiding growth rather than immediate triumph. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/p…
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What can the struggles of early Saints teach us about faith and perseverance today? Dr. Matthew Godfrey explores the 1834 Zion’s Camp expedition and D&C 102-103, providing historical insights on the expulsion from Missouri, the creation of the Kirtland High Council, and the call to redeem Zion, while also drawing powerful modern parallels about una…
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC237EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC237FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC237DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC237PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC237ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/W4sEaBFIs5c ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodc…
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To celebrate the kickoff to the 2025 NFL season (Eagles -7.5 vs the Cowboys), we begin in the obvious place with a discussion of Orson Hyde’s letter to the Missouri Republican in 1861, providing commentary on the Civil War. They read an email from a litner who shares how she used to be afraid of Church history and how the podcast has given her conf…
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Dr. Derek Sainsbury continues to unpack D&C 98-101, blending historical context from the Saints’ 1833 expulsion from Missouri with profound insights on suffering, sanctification, and resurrection, enriched by his own story of finding God’s comfort amidst struggles. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC237EN French: https://t…
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What can we learn from the Saints’ devastating losses in Jackson County, Missouri and how does that promise of the resurrection transform the story? Dr. Derek Sainsbury explores the harrowing events of 1833, the destruction of the Church’s printing press, and the personal sacrifices of the early Saints as they sought to build Zion in one of the mos…
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In this bonus episode, Richard has a conversation with President Rissi, the Lithuania District President, about the recent Sweetwater Rescue temple trip to the Helsinki, Finland Temple. Church News Article: https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2025/09/01/vilnius-lithuania-district-long-journey-helsinki-finland-temple/ You can follow us on Social M…
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC236EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC236FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC236DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC236PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC236ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/VLv8Ox7Sq5o ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodc…
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In this episode, we discuss the sealed portion of the plates. Gerrit shares the accounts of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery on returning the plates and go through comments from Brigham Young, Heber C. Kimball, and David Whitmer. Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠ If you have any questions or possible…
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Brother Clint Mortensen continues to examine Doctrine and Covenants 94-97, showing how the Lord’s command to build a temple in Kirtland parallels President Nelson’s modern emphasis on temples, highlighting holiness, repentance, and the joyful blessings of worthiness and ordinances. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC236EN …
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What if correction from God is one of His greatest and most loving gifts? Clint Mortensen explores Doctrine and Covenants 94-97, highlighting the Lord’s loving chastening, the call to walk in light, the power of revelation, the command to build temples, and President Nelson’s reminder that the greatest gift we can give the Lord. SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRI…
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In this rereleased episode, we continue to discuss Doctrine and Covenants 93. In Part 3, we discuss what this revelation tells us about the nature of mankind in relation to the nature of our Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ. Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠ If you have any questions or possi…
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In this rereleased episode, we continue to discuss Doctrine and Covenants 93. In Part 1, we provided some historical and theological context from the Christian world. In Part 2, we go through Section 93 and discuss the radical nature of this revelation as it provides insights into questions about the nature of Jesus Christ that have confounded phil…
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In this rereleased episode, we dive deep into one of the most important revelations ever received by Joseph Smith, Doctrine and Covenants 93. But to understand how radical and how profound this revelation is, we must first understand a little of what the Christian world thinks about the nature of God, the nature of Christ, and our own nature. Sign …
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SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTS English: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC235EN French: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC235FR German: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC235DE Portuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC235PT Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC235ES YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/QA9hCozfl2s ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTES followHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodc…
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In this episode, we discussed the changes to sacrament overtime. We also attempted to answer a listeners question about women participating in the administration of the sacrament Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠ If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts, pleas…
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