Mormons and America

With the 4th of July approaching, Ian and Kwaku talk about how the settlement of the United States was vital to the establishment of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. America is a promised land, as prophesied in the Book of Mormon. The Book of Mormon says that America was prepared as a free land in order for the restoration of the gospel to take place. Religious freedom is necessary in order for the gospel to thrive.  Mormons believe that the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence were both inspired by God. If we live by the text as being a sacred text, we will have the opportunity to reap of many blessings of God.  But Mormonism isn't just a religion for Americans. It is a religion for everyone. If we follow the commandments of the Lord, we will be blessed.  Ian says that the Fourth of July should be a day of celebrating common values. Kwaku says that freedom and truth will always prevail over wickedness and bondage. He also says that we should thank God on the Fourth of July.  Kwaku and Ian then talk about the Founding Fathers. They risked their lives but the Lord was on their side. They were clearly inspired by God. Kwaku says that God wants liberty and freedom and agency, which is what the United States was able to facilitated in the late 1700's.  Then, Ian and Kwaku talk about how the Founding Fathers appeared to Wilford Woodruff, a prophet of the Mormon Church, in the St George Utah Temple. The Founding Fathers asked President Woodruff to do their work in the temple.  What are your thoughts? Let us know by contacting us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter!