3 Early Christian Doctrines Joseph Smith Restored (That Modern Christianity Forgot)

Cardon Ellis and Luke Hansen dive deep into three powerful doctrines from the earliest Christian church that Joseph Smith restored—doctrines largely abandoned or reinterpreted by mainstream Christianity today. Using scriptures, early Church Fathers' writings, and the book Restoring the Ancient Church by Barry Robert Bickmore, they explore: The future coming of Elias (Elijah) as a forerunner before the Second Coming The literal 1,000-year millennial reign of Christ on earth Creation ex materia (out of existing matter) vs. the later doctrine of creation ex nihilo (out of nothing) This episode shows how Joseph Smith aligned with ancient Christianity on these key points, often against later theological developments like Neoplatonism and the Trinity. Packed with scripture breakdowns, historical quotes, and thoughtful discussion—perfect for Latter-day Saints, students of church history, and anyone interested in the Restoration. BLAKE OSTLER Creation Ex Nihilo article: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/msr/v... #LatterDaySaints #JosephSmith #EarlyChristianity #Restoration #BookOfMormon #Millennium #Elias #CreationExMateria #WardRadio #LDS 00:00 Intro & Setup: Three Early Doctrines Restored by Joseph Smith 02:10 Why These Doctrines Matter & the Patrick Madrid Challenge 03:45 Source: Restoring the Ancient Church by Barry Robert Bickmore 05:20 Doctrine 1: The Coming of Elias / Elijah as Forerunner 08:40 Biblical Foundations – Malachi, Matthew 17 & John the Baptist 11:15 Early Church Fathers on a Future Coming of Elias (Hippolytus, Justin Martyr & More) 14:50 Kirtland Temple Fulfillment & Passover Timing 17:30 Doctrine 2: The Literal 1,000-Year Millennial Reign 20:10 Early Beliefs vs. Later Spiritualized Interpretations 23:45 Papias, Eusebius & the Shift Away from Literal Millennium 27:30 Doctrine 3: Creation Ex Materia vs. Creation Ex Nihilo 30:45 Historical Origins of Ex Nihilo & Gnostic/Platonic Influences 34:20 Why Creation Ex Nihilo is Essential to the Trinity 37:10 Joseph Smith’s Revelations Aligning with Ancient Christianity 39:40 Final Thoughts, Implications for the Great Apostasy & Outro Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @wardradio   Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls... Visit us for this and more at: WardRadio.com To subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit:    / @wardradiowomen   To Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit:    / @cardonellisadventures   The following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners. ⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardr... ⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio ⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following link https://plainandpreciouspublishing.co... . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah’s Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.co... For 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIO For a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5 #christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeck To support the channel: Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightM... Paypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadio Follow us at: Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdy Facebook: @WardRadioWorldwide Twitter: WardRadioShow TikTok: WardRadioWorldwide