LATTER-DAY TEMPLES AS SYMBOLS: Richard O. Cowan, BYU article, July 2012

"WHY HASN'T MY WORK BEEN DONE?" — Real Stories of Ancestors Reaching Through the Veil

Can our departed loved ones really reach through the veil? In this episode, I share two remarkable listener letters that testify our ancestors are closer than we think. Elaine Peterson tells the story of her daughter Charity, diagnosed with ALS at just 14 years old — and the sacred experiences that followed her passing, as Elaine's 3-year-old son Josh described seeing angels surrounding his sister, visits from grandma and grandpa, Charity "in her celestial splendor," and even the Savior in their own home. Elaine also shares a dream in which she was taught why temple work for our ancestors matters so urgently in these last days — so they can join the legions of angels who come with the Savior at His Second Coming. Then Brent Edwards shares how a name — Zebedee Clark — ran through his mind for months before he searched it on FamilySearch and discovered a cousin whose temple work had never been done. And the unforgettable moment he heard his grandfather's voice ask, "Why hasn't my work been done yet?" These testimonies witness that the veil grows thin when we engage in the gathering of Israel through family history and temple work. 🌺 VOICES OF THE ANCESTORS — Cultural Legacy Exhibitions by the Pōhaku Foundation (Free Admission!) An awesome opportunity usually only available in the islands — now at 3 locations: ▪️ Las Vegas, NV — Ahern Hotel, 300 W Sahara Ave — July 22, 1 pm–7 pm ▪️ St. George, UT — Dixie Convention Center, 1835 S Convention Center Dr — July 25, 11 am–7 pm & July 26, 1 pm–7 pm ▪️ West Valley City, UT — Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 West 3100 South — July 28, 11 am–6 pm & July 29, 9 am–4 pm 🌐 Website: https://www.thinningoftheveil.com [https://www.thinningoftheveil.com] 📧Email: tia@thinningoftheveil.com 📖 Book: Patterns of Revelation (Amazon):https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback] 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil 👥 Facebook Group: Gathering of the Gatherers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429562078443774 [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429562078443774] Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572121559456 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572121559456] 💛Support the Show: Venmo:  https://account.venmo.com/u/thinningoftheveil [https://account.venmo.com/u/thinningoftheveil] PayPal: https://paypal.me/thinningoftheveil?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US [https://paypal.me/thinningoftheveil?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US] Have you had a thinning of the veil experience? Share it in the comments or email tia@thinningoftheveil.com — your testimony may be exactly what someone needs to hear. #ThinningOfTheVeil #SpiritWorld #TempleWork #FamilyHistory #LDS #LatterDaySaints #GatheringOfIsrael #MinisteringAngels #FamilySearch #PersonalRevelation Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368946/support]

The Hidden Temple Symbolism in Elijah vs. the Priests of Baal

What does Elijah's showdown with the priests of Baal have to do with temple work? More than you might think. In 1 Kings 18, Elijah rebuilds the broken altar of the Lord using twelve stones — one for each tribe of Israel — before fire falls from heaven and the people declare, "The Lord, he is the God." In this episode, we explore how this moment on Mount Carmel is a prophetic pattern of the Gathering of Israel: scattered tribes brought back to the altar, covenants restored, and hearts turned to the God of their fathers through the house of the Lord. This powerful interaction foretold in many ways our worship and sacrifice in our modern day temples. In this episode we answer: - Why did Elijah use twelve stones to rebuild the altar? (1 Kings 18:31–32) - How does Mount Carmel foreshadow the latter-day Gathering of Israel? - What is the connection between Elijah, sealing keys, and temple work? (Malachi 4:5–6; D&C 110:13–16) - How does turning our hearts to our fathers "gather" Israel on both sides of the veil? President Russell M. Nelson has taught that the Gathering of Israel is the greatest cause and greatest work on the earth today ("Hope of Israel," Worldwide Youth Devotional, June 2018). Elijah — the very prophet who called down fire on Mount Carmel — returned in the Kirtland Temple to restore the sealing keys that make that gathering possible. 🌐 Website: https://www.thinningoftheveil.com [https://www.thinningoftheveil.com] 📧Email: tia@thinningoftheveil.com 📖 Book: Patterns of Revelation (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback] 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil [https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil] 👥 Facebook Group: Gathering of the Gatherers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429562078443774 [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429562078443774]Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572121559456 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572121559456] 💛Support the Show: Venmo:  https://account.venmo.com/u/thinningoftheveil [https://account.venmo.com/u/thinningoftheveil] PayPal: https://paypal.me/thinningoftheveil?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US [https://paypal.me/thinningoftheveil?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US] Book: "Patterns of Revelation":  https://www.amazon.com/Patterns-Revelation-Spiritual-Foundations-Hearing-ebook/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX [https://www.amazon.com/Patterns-Revelation-Spiritual-Foundations-Hearing-ebook/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX] Scriptures and sources discussed: 1 Kings 18:19–40, D&C 128:18-19, 2 Nephi 31:17, Romans 6:3–6, D&C 128:24 Russell M. Nelson, “Thou Art the Christ”, April 2025 Meridian Magazine, Jeffrey Marsh , The Wild Ox and Covenant Israel- Israel’s Descendants and Their Latter Day Destiny, July 16, 2002 Family History Student Manual, Chapter 8, The Abrahamic Covenant David A. Bednar, “The Hearts of the Children Shall Turn”, Oct. 2011 Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith [2007], 311; emphasis added).  David A. Bednar, Temple Ordinances: Preparing to Return to God’s Presence, Liahona, July 2022 Joseph Smith, History of the Church: 4:425-26, 6:183-84 --- Thinning of the Veil explores how the veil between heaven and earth grows thin as we engage in the Gathering of Israel — through temple worship, family history, and personal revelation. Hosted by Tia Smith, author of Patterns of Revelation: Spiritual Foundations for Hearing God's Voice. #GatheringOfIsrael #TempleWork #Elijah #LDSPodcast #ComeFollowMe #ThinningOfTheVeil Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368946/support]

WILFORD WOODRUFF AND THE FOUNDING FATHERS-A TEMPLE VISITATION #WilfordWoodruff #TempleWork

In the St. George Temple, President Wilford Woodruff had an unforgettable spiritual experience: the Founding Fathers of the United States, including the signers of the Declaration of Independence, appeared to him and asked him to perform their temple ordinances. For two days and two nights, these "choice spirits" conversed with him, leaving Wilford with a profound conviction — men who never had the chance to accept the restored gospel in mortality had embraced it in the spirit world.  #SpiritWorld #LatterDaySaints #ThinningOfTheVeil #LDS #FamilyHistory #TempleOrdinances #Founding Fathers In this episode, we explore: ✨ What Wilford Woodruff taught about this remarkable visitation ✨ Why he believed the Founding Fathers were inspired by God to establish this nation ✨ What this experience reveals about temple work and the spirit world ✨ How the dead accept the gospel and receive ordinances performed on their behalf This is a powerful reminder that temple work is not just about our own ancestors — it's part of God's plan to redeem all of His children, even those who shaped the destiny of nations. "She Had a Dream- Her Friend Needed Her — Then a Miracle Happened: Discussion with Ricelli Mordecai" Episode: https://youtu.be/4x_SbrIxj9Y?si=Hr_UJWgtb3Jcba4H [ https://youtu.be/4x_SbrIxj9Y?si=Hr_UJWgtb3Jcba4H] 🔗 More from Thinning of the Veil: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thinningoftheveil [https://www.youtube.com/@thinningoftheveil] Website: https://www.thinningoftheveil.com [https://www.thinningoftheveil.com] Book — Patterns of Revelation: Spiritual Foundations for Hearing God's Voice: available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Patterns-Revelation-Spiritual-Foundations-Hearing-ebook/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RKKWYBUON797&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xe-_wQnUVPS77FnpwvQqlA.wUa5QECyZu_5LzVQInR6uoNEA05RkzOPMX6P0eR5zZY&dib_tag=se&keywords=patterns+of+revelation+Tia+Smith&qid=1783692194&sprefix=patterns+of+revelation+tia+smith%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1 [https://www.amazon.com/Patterns-Revelation-Spiritual-Foundations-Hearing-ebook/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RKKWYBUON797&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xe-_wQnUVPS77FnpwvQqlA.wUa5QECyZu_5LzVQInR6uoNEA05RkzOPMX6P0eR5zZY&dib_tag=se&keywords=patterns+of+revelation+Tia+Smith&qid=1783692194&sprefix=patterns+of+revelation+tia+smith%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil [https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil] Facebook Group "Gathering of the Gatherers": https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429562078443774 [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429562078443774] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572121559456 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572121559456] 📖 Sources: Wilford Woodruff Papers (wilfordwoodruffpapers.org): https://wilfordwoodruffpapers.org/wilford-woodruff-founding-fathers) [https://wilfordwoodruffpapers.org/wilford-woodruff-founding-fathers)] Richard O. Cowan and Clinton D. Christensen, "The First Temple Completed in Utah," in Temples in the Tops of the Mountains: Sacred Houses of the Lord in Utah (Provo, UT: Religious Studies Center, Brigham Young University; Salt Lake City: Deseret Book), 26–43. Journal of Discourses, 19:229 Brigham Young Granddaughters Association: https://www.brighamyounggranddaughters.org/bygablog/2020/3/7/getting-to-know-lucy-bigelow) [https://www.brighamyounggranddaughters.org/bygablog/2020/3/7/getting-to-know-lucy-bigelow)] #WilfordWoodruff #FoundingFathers #TempleWork #SpiritWorld #LatterDaySaints #ThinningOfTheVeil #LDS #FamilyHistory #TempleOrdinances Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368946/support]

She Had a Dream- Her Friend Needed Her — Then a Miracle Happened: Discussion with Ricelli Mordecai

What if someone on the other side of the veil is waiting for you to notice them? In this episode, Tia sits down with Ricelli Mordecai, who shares the remarkable story of a dream that changed everything — her best friend, who had passed away, appeared to her asking for her temple work to be done. What happened after Ricelli chose to act on that dream is nothing short of a miracle, and a powerful reminder that those who have passed are still watching over — and waiting on — us. This conversation is also a masterclass in how to recognize personal revelation — Ricelli and Tia dig into the many ways the gift of revelation shows up in our lives: through dreams, promptings, feelings, and quiet nudges we sometimes overlook. Whether you're hoping to better understand your own dreams and promptings, or you're simply curious what it looks like when heaven reaches across the veil to guide us, this episode offers real, faith-building answers. If you've ever wondered whether your loved ones on the other side are aware of your covenant work — or how to better recognize personal revelation in your own life — this episode is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on temple worship, personal revelation, the gathering of Israel, and thinning the veil between heaven and earth. 📖 Get Tia's book, Patterns of Revelation: Spiritual Foundations for Hearing God's Voice, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Patterns-Revelation-Spiritual-Foundations-Hearing-ebook/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX [https://www.amazon.com/Patterns-Revelation-Spiritual-Foundations-Hearing-ebook/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX] 🌐 Website: https://www.thinningoftheveil.com [https://www.thinningoftheveil.com] 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil [https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil] 👥 Join our Facebook Group, "Gathering of the Gatherers":     https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429562078443774 [ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429562078443774]  👍 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572121559456 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572121559456] #ThinningOfTheVeil #PersonalRevelation #TempleWork #DreamsAndPromptings #GatheringOfIsrael #LDS #ChurchOfJesusChrist #FamilySearch Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368946/support]

RELIEF FROM ANXIETY THROUGH REVELATORY EXPERIENCES: Conversation with Jordan Liston

We are living in a world where there is a constant stream of negativity and chaos. Anxiety is the new normal for most. There are a myriad of treatments and opinions about how anxiety should be treated. There is help in the Gathering of Israel that goes unnoticed by most. Jordan Liston testifies that as he gathers Israel and seeks to help those on the other side of the veil through prayer, he has found that his anxiety has lessened and is more manageable as the veil parts in behalf of his ancestors.  The Gathering of Israel is an outward turning of hearts, which shifts the focus from oneself to those who cannot help themselves. This turning allows the power of Jesus Christ to strengthen our own mental and emotional challenges, through the priesthood power of our ancestors. We help them and they in turn help us. YouTube: Relief From Anxiety through Revelatory Experiences Video: https://youtu.be/zHf5B9MAT2A [https://youtu.be/zHf5B9MAT2A] YouTube Thinning of the Veil Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinningoftheveil [https://www.youtube.com/@thinningoftheveil] SUPPORT THE SHOW: Website: Thinning of the Veil: https://www.thinningoftheveil.com/ [https://www.thinningoftheveil.com/] Venmo:  https://account.venmo.com/u/thinningoftheveil [ https://account.venmo.com/u/thinningoftheveil] PayPal: https://paypal.me/thinningoftheveil?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US [https://paypal.me/thinningoftheveil?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US] Book: "Patterns of Revelation":  https://www.amazon.com/Patterns-Revelation-Spiritual-Foundations-Hearing-ebook/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX [ https://www.amazon.com/Patterns-Revelation-Spiritual-Foundations-Hearing-ebook/dp/B0BWGLZ8VX] Email: tia@thinningoftheveil.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil/ [https://www.instagram.com/thinning.of.the.veil/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18gHg4Bgv9/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/18gHg4Bgv9/?mibextid=wwXIfr] Gathering of the Gatherers Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18tYyPohgq/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18tYyPohgq/?mibextid=wwXIfr] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinning.of.the.veil  [https://www.tiktok.com/@thinning.of.the.veil ] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368946/support]