1870: Satan in Mormonism w/ John Larsen

<p>John Larsen explores the role of Satan in Mormon theology, including his origins, powers, and purpose. Key topics discussed are the problems of evil and human agency, Mormon concepts of the afterlife, the elaborate powers ascribed to Satan, theological issues like why an all-powerful God would allow Satan to thrive or even reward him in the end. Larsen argues these issues point to flaws in the Mormon Plan of Salvation and suggests Satan must be part of the Godhead, concluding that Mormon doctrines concerning Satan lead to profound philosophical problems in Mormon theology.</p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKhV8wKQfug">John says Goodbye to Mormonism - YouTube</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3NLB9AD9VMFPQ" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Dabbler Farm Wishlist</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/dabbler-farm-hoop-dreams">Dabbler Farm Fundraiser: Hoop Dreams</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.mormonstories.org/portfolio-items/satan-in-mormonism/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Episode Show Notes</a></p> <p><a href="https://youtu.be/SPuazAd0Vz0" rel="noopener" target="_blank">YouTube Link</a></p> <p>SHOW NOTES:</p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"> <a href="https://www.mormonstories.org/portfolio-items/mormonexpression/" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Donate to Mormon Expression</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"> <a href="https://johnlarsen.org/mormon-expression/" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mormon Expressions Podcast</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"> <a href="https://johnlarsen.org/" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">JohnLarsen.org</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@nuancehoe" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nuance Hoe Podcast</span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"> <a href="https://donorbox.org/events/492116" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">NuanceHug Foundation</span></a></li> </ul> <p>________________________</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mormon Expressions is made possible by generous donors! 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