John C Bennett's claims against Joseph Smith | with Matthew Godfrey

Today we had the incredible opportunity to talk to Matthew Godfrey about a unique character in LDS church history, John C Bennett. Matthew shares John's fascinating story and explains how he fits in church history. Matthew is a historian for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). He has done extensive research for the Joseph Smith Papers and continues to work with the church in sharing church history. John C Bennett had a variety of professional interests throughout his life including a medical background and military background. He reached out to Joseph Smith to express his disappointment in how Joseph had been treated. He then meets Joseph and joins the young LDS Church. He quickly gains popularity in the church, becoming the mayor in Nauvoo, and an assistant president to the First Presidency of the Church. However, soon John finds himself in the midst of controversy. Matthew discusses the following and more: John seems to have notable experience professionally as well as important contributions to the Church. Matthew talks about John's professional background and how such background helped progress the early church. Matthew talks about John's "spiritual wifery" and John's misinterpretation of the topic. John is excommunicated and has hard feelings against Joseph Smith. Matthew discusses what the excommunication and negative feelings do to the reputation of Joseph. SUBSCRIBE: http://saintsunscripted/subscribe Follow Us: Facebook:   / saintsunscripted   Instagram:   / saintsunscripted   Website: https://saintsunscripted.com/ Follow the Hosts: David:   / davidesnell   Allex:   / allex_lennon   Kaitlyn:   / kait_fotheringham   Sabrina:   / srhymasfuller   Cam:   / camcondie