For decades, the LDS Church has taught that its early prophets were called by God to restore His gospel. But behind closed doors, these so-called prophets engaged in a disturbing pattern targeting teenage girls for marriage under the guise of divine revelation.

In this episode, we expose the unsettling reality of early Mormon polygamy, revealing how Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, and other high-ranking LDS leaders married girls as young as 12. These were not just marriages—they were acts of coercion, manipulation, and control, all justified by claims of celestial rewards.

Many of these marriages can still be verified on FamilySearch, but where records are incomplete, we’ve compiled all of our sources for independent verification.

Full List of Sources: https://churchexpositor.com/pages/prophets-or-predators-sources

Related Videos:

Sacred Covenant or Spiritual Trap? Exposing the Truth About LDS Sealings → https://youtu.be/H4ASUv6GmzU

The Untold Truth of Mormon Polygamy: The Manipulation Behind the Marriages → https://youtu.be/hzEbQWbnszs

Exploited by Faith: The Trafficking of European Women into Mormon Polygamy → https://youtu.be/74iJXdM377Y

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For decades, the LDS Church has claimed patriotism—but behind closed doors, Mormons once swore a blood oath of vengeance against the U.S. government. This secret temple ritual, introduced by Brigham Young, vowed retaliation for Joseph Smith’s murder—against America itself.

The Reed Smoot Hearings exposed more than just a senator’s loyalty. They uncovered decades of deception, secret polygamy, and church leaders openly lying to the U.S. government. Despite overwhelming evidence, the Senate let Smoot stay in office, believing his testimony over hard proof of fraud and secrecy.

How much has the LDS Church covered up? Listen now to uncover the truth.

In 1857, Brigham Young declared martial law, raised an army, and waged a rebellion against the U.S. government. The Utah War—a forgotten chapter in American history—reveals the lengths the LDS Church went to defy federal authority and maintain its theocratic rule.

Why did Brigham Young resist the U.S. government?

How did Mormon militias sabotage the U.S. Army?

What was the REAL reason President Buchanan sent troops to Utah?

This isn’t the version of history the LDS Church wants you to know. We’ll break down Brigham Young’s defiance, the Nauvoo Legion’s attacks, the government’s response, and the violent tactics used to maintain power.

What do you think? Was Brigham Young defending religious freedom or committing treason? Let us know in the comments!