Does the Book of Mormon Truly Teach Mormon Doctrine?
Joseph Smith claimed the Book of Mormon was “the most correct of any book on earth” and promised it contained the teachings that would bring a person closest to God. However, a closer look reveals that it largely omits the distinctive doctrines of modern Mormonism. Key teachings such as temple ordinances, eternal marriage, the LDS view of God, and the plan of salvation are scarcely mentioned, raising serious questions about the book’s role as the foundational scripture of the faith.
From a Christian perspective, truth is measured against God’s Word. Jesus said, “You will know them by their fruits” (Matthew 7:16–17), showing that true doctrine produces obedience and godly living. The Bible makes clear that salvation is through Christ alone: “For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus” (1 Timothy 2:5). Paul further warns against false teachings: “But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel other than the one we preached to you, let them be under God’s curse!” (Galatians 1:8). Scripture also exhorts believers to hold fast to the original gospel: “I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of His chosen angels, to keep these instructions without partiality, doing nothing out of favoritism” (1 Timothy 5:21).
In this video, we examine what the Book of Mormon actually teaches and what it leaves out. Does it really convey the doctrines Joseph Smith promised, or does it raise deeper concerns about the theological foundation of Mormonism? Christians are encouraged to compare all claims with Scripture to discern truth from error.
