Restoration Revealed

About Restoration Revealed

Join host Casey Paul Griffiths—BYU Professor of Church History and Doctrine—on a journey to the very places where the heavens opened. Each podcast and video takes you on location to the sacred sites, historic cities, and significant landmarks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Made possible by Scripture Central.

Publisher

Scripture Central

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Jul 2026

Latest episode

31 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Oct 2026

   How Joseph Smith Predicted the Civil War I The Complete Story (Restoration Revealed Episode 14)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt0:00 Introduction - D&C 87 The Revelation on War1:50 D&C 88 The Revelation on Peace2:54 Philadelphia, the Civil War, and World War7:00 Gettysburg8:55 The high water mark12:23 Slaves will rise up13:13 President Abraham Lincoln15:28 Standing in Holy PlacesChurch history expert and explorer, Casey Griffiths travels to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to uncover the truth behind several prophecies that Joseph Smith the prophet made about wars that would consume the United States and nations across the world. How well known were they to the people of Joseph's time period? Did they actually occur as he described them? Did Joseph predict additional wars beyond the Civil War?Doctrine and Covenants section 87 contains a prophecy about the Civil War given almost 30 years before the actual conflict. Specifically, the revelation foretold the division of the Southern and Northern states and the subsequent conflict, including slaves rising up against their masters. The revelation was given by Joseph Smith on December 25, 1832, in response to concerns about growing international troubles and the potential dissolution of the United States. In this episode Casey Griffiths will travel first to Kirtland, Ohio, where the Civil War prophecy was received. Joining him at his next stop in Pennsylvania is U.S. history expert Jared Riddick. While visiting the Gettysburg battle site, the two of them will discuss several facts from the Civil War contrasted with Joseph Smith's actual prophecy. Casey then travels to a military cemetery in Utah to offer his final verdict about the prophecies while visiting the grave site of his own relative, a Korean War military veteran. Come Follow MeRead more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=open+canon

2. 

   24 Oct 2026

   What Secrets Does the Book of Revelation Contain? End Time Signs (Restoration Revealed Episode 13)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt0:53 The Book of Revelation AI with Stephen Jones 3:23 Revelation 4:6 The four beasts4:27 Revelation 12:9 The great dragon 5:27 Revelation 13:16-17 Mark of the beast 7:08 Revelation 21:8 The lake of fire and brimstone 8:25 D&C 77 Unlocking symbolism in The Book of Revelation 9:18 Gilgal Garden with Taylor Halverson 10:39 Lesson 1 Start thinking symbolically11:53 Keys to understanding Revelation15:10 Revelation is meant to comfort usIn this episode of Restoration Revealed, Casey Griffiths dives deep into section 77 of the Doctrine and Covenants for clues to unravel the confusing imagery contained in the Book of Revelation. Starting in Palmyra, New York, at E.B. Grandin Press, Casey finds his first clue: the location where Joseph Smith purchased the bible that inspired him to ask the Lord for further light and knowledge about specific passages in the Book of Revelation. From New York, Casey travels to the home office of Scripture Central in Thanksgiving Point, Utah. Here he performs a unique experiment using AI technology and the ancient words of the Book of Revelation to make some startling discoveries. Helping him in this discovery is a familiar face from Scripture Central, Stephen Jones from the "Let's Get Real with Stephen Jones" video podcast.Next Casey travels to downtown Salt Lake City to meet fellow colleague Taylor Halverson at a hidden garden containing odd sculptures and symbols related to the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Using the sculptures in the garden as an example of symbology, guest Taylor Halverson reveals four key principles that can be used to decipher the meaning behind some of the most confusing passages of scripture. It's episode 13 of Restoration Revealed. Join Casey Griffiths on his journey to uncover the secrets of the Book of Revelation!Come Follow MeRead more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=consecration

3. 

   17 Oct 2026

   The Vision: The Plan of Salvation w/ Tyler Griffin (Restoration Revealed Episode 12)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt0:00 Introduction - Translation Room - The Vision Beginnings:28 John Johnson Farm Bible Translation1:30 Revelation of 6 Visions D&C 76 Intro4:25 Visit to Provo to see expert Tyler Griffin 5:00 Traditional Plan of Salvation Model7:10 The Three Pillars Model9:00 Ordinances Model10:45 State of Being Model16:05 Joseph Smith Model17:50 The Vision22:35 Knowing the Vision Helps Know God23:12 Official Plan of Salvation from the Church24:25 Springville Cemetery - Philo DibbleChurch history expert and explorer, Casey Griffiths goes on an in-depth journey to discover the secrets of the most prolific vision in Latter-day Saint theology, the vision of the three degrees of glory.Doctrine and Covenants 76 is a revelation received by Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon on February 16, 1832, in Hiram, Ohio. The revelation is taken from a 90 minute vision and outlines three degrees of glory in the afterlife and the steps necessary to attain each one. Join Casey as he travels to Ohio, Provo and Springville in search of keys to unlock the mysteries of the vision. In Provo, expert Tyler Griffin explains not only the traditional plan of Salvation model taught by missionaries but also several others.Discover key points of the vision that will give you a knowledge and understanding that connects you with deity like never before.Read more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=consecration

4. 

   10 Oct 2026

   Open Canon: How God Still Speaks Today (Restoration Revealed Episode 11)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt0:00 Introduction – Kirtland, Hiram & the birthplace of new scripture0:46 Why the Book of Commandments wasn’t enough1:40 How “Doctrine and Covenants” got its name2:33 John Johnson home and the 1831 conference3:45 Section 1: A revelation written by the Lord Himself4:56 The concept of an open canon5:54 Visit to BYU’s Special Collections7:00 Early handwritten and printed revelations8:15 The rare 1833 Book of Commandments9:32 The 1835 edition & Lectures on Faith10:20 Major updates in 1876, 1921 & 198111:22 The digital age of scripture12:08 Temple reflection on open canon and personal revelationChurch history expert and explorer, Casey Griffiths visits the sacred sites where the Doctrine and Covenants was first created. At the John Johnson farmhouse and Kirtland printing office, he traces the dramatic history of how revelations to Joseph Smith were compiled, debated, and ultimately published—forming a living book of scripture that continues to grow today.At BYU's Special Collections, Casey examines rare early editions, including the 1833 Book of Commandments—nearly lost forever during mob violence. He walks us through the D&C’s evolution across nearly two centuries, from early hand-copied revelations to the fully digital version we now study on our phones.The journey ends at the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple, where Casey reflects on the Latter-day Saint belief in personal revelation and an open canon, and how both continue to shape lives today.Come Follow MeRead more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=open+canon

5. 

   26 Sept 2026

   Do Latter-day Saints Still Live the Law of Consecration? (Restoration Revealed Episode 9)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytThe Law of Consecration was revealed to Joseph Smith in Kirtland, Ohio, in February 1831. Edward Partridge was appointed the first bishop to administer the law, tasked with receiving consecrated property and allocating stewardships. Initially, Church members were asked to voluntarily deed or consecrate their property to the Church. The Church would then assign stewardships of property to members, ensuring they had enough for their families' needs. Any remaining property would be kept for the benefit of those in need. The United Order was established in 1832 as a way to help manage the law, but it faced challenges and was not fully implemented due to disagreements and conflicts. With the challenges of the past, a single question remains. Are Latter-day Saints still required to live the Law of Consecration today? Find out how the Law of Consecration is in full effect today and helping people around the world with a variety of welfare needs.This episode covers events from Doctrine and Covenants 42 and features Scripture Central special guest Stephen Jones.Come Follow MeRead more here:https://scripturecentral.org/search?q=consecration

6. 

   19 Sept 2026

   D&C 37-38 I Temples are Vital for Gathering Before Christ's Return (Restoration Revealed Episode 8)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytOn January 2, 1831, Joseph Smith received a commandment through revelation to "go to the Ohio" and receive God's law. This revelation expanded on a prior commandment to move to Ohio, emphasizing the purpose of escaping the enemy and being gathered as a righteous people. The revelation also promised that in Ohio, he would receive God's law and be endowed with power from on high. Join Casey Griffiths as he explores Kirtland, Ohio, an old Hawaiian ghost town, and the island of Laie, Hawaii, in search of the connection between the temples of God and the Gathering of the Latter-day Saints before the Second Coming. This episode covers events from Come Follow Me Doctrine and Covenants 37 and 38.Read more here:https://scripturecentral.org/archive/articles/encyclopedia-entry/gathering

7. 

   12 Sept 2026

   How Joseph Smith Designed One of the Most Complex Churches on Earth (Restoration Revealed Episode 7)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytThe Church was established on April 8, 1830. During that meeting Joseph Smith read a revelation that has had a profound effect upon the Church today. Join Casey Griffiths and John W. Welch as they explore a local Stake Center and see how Doctrine and Covenants 20 is being used in Church services today. Read more here:https://scripturecentral.org/knowhy/why-did-the-lord-quote-the-book-of-mormon-when-reestablishing-the-church

8. 

   5 Sept 2026

   Understanding How the Melchizedek Priesthood Was Restored (Restoration Revealed: Episode 6)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytRead a short summary of John Thompson's paper here:https://scripturecentral.org/knowhy/how-was-the-melchizedek-priesthood-restoredRead John Thompson's paper here:https://interpreterfoundation.org/restoring-melchizedek-priesthood/Join Casey Griffths as he travels to locations and explores how the Melchizedek Priesthood was restored. There's various accounts about it's restoration that have confused members and even been used by critics to suggest that Joseph Smith made up the restoration. Casey meets with Scripture Central researcher John Thompson, who just published a paper that harmonizes all the various accounts and shows how the restoration of the priesthood was a step by step process, rather than a single event.

9. 

   29 Aug 2026

   Final Testimonies of the Witnesses to the Plates and Angel (Restoration Revealed: Episode 5)

   Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytDid any of the witnesses every deny their testimonies? What did they see? What were some of their final words before they died? Join Casey Griffiths as he explores locations related to the Witnesses experience and uncovers what were their last words about their experiences seeing the plates and the angel.

10. 

    22 Aug 2026

    The Lost 116 Pages: What Happened To Them, What Was On Them? (Restoration Revealed: Episode 4)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytTo dig deeper into this topic, as well as for a full transcript, go here: https://scripturecentral.org/shows/restoration-revealed/episodes/the-lost-116-pages-what-happened-to-them-what-was-on-themWhen Joseph Smith first started translating the Book of Mormon, he did most of it with Martin Harris. Eventually the manuscript to their work was lost. Join Casey as he explores the history of this event, and interviews research Don Bradley about what could have happened to the lost manuscript, and what could have been written in the lost mansucript.

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    15 Aug 2026

    How Joseph Smith Discovered & Translated the Book of Mormon (Restoration Revealed: Episode 3)

    Donate to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytFor a transcript of this episode, and to learn more, check out the resources here:https://scripturecentral.org/shows/restoration-revealed/episodes/how-joseph-smith-discovered-and-translated-the-book-of-mormonWho wrote the Book of Mormon? How did Joseph Smith discover the golden plates? How was the Book of Mormon written or translated? What is it about? Join Casey Griffiths as he explores the historical sites connected to the discovery, translation, and printing of the Book of Mormon, and find answers to these questions!For an in-depth look at Joseph Smith Seer Stones, please visit: https://mormonismexplained.org/joseph-smith-seer-stones/For more information on additional topics relating to Mormonism including Joseph Smith Wives and Joseph Smith Polygamy, visit https://mormonismexplained.org/.0:00 Introduction1:16 Joseph Smith Family Farm2:32 An Angel Visits Joseph5:42 Joseph Finds the Plates at Hill Cumorah7:34 First Phase of Translation10:00 Second Phase of Translation13:26 Restoration of the Priesthood16:44 Witnesses See the Plates19:14 The Printing of the Book of Mormon20:11 First Editions of the Book of MormonQuote SourcesEmma Smith testimony of the plates: “Last Testimony of Sister Emma,” 290.Oliver Cowdery translating the plates: Oliver Cowdery, “Letter I,” in Latter-day Saints Messenger and Advocate 1, no. 1 (October 1834): 14.Oliver Cowdery quote about the translationOliver Cowdery, “Letter I,” in Latter-day Saints Messenger and Advocate 1, no. 1 (October 1834): 14.David Whitmer witness of the platesInterview with Joseph Smith III et al. (Richmond, Missouri, July 1884), originally published in The Saints' Herald (28 January 1936) and reprinted in Cook, ed., David Whitmer Interviews, 134—35, emphasis in the original.Martin Harris witness of the platesStatement of William M. Glenn to O. E. Fischbacher, May 30, 1943, Cardston, Alberta, Canada, cited in Deseret News, Oct. 2, 1943. Cited in Richard Lloyd Anderson, Investigating the Book of Mormon Witnesses (Salt Lake City: Deseret Book Company, 1981), 116. ISBN 0877478465.Oliver Cowdery witness of the platesOliver Cowdery and Martin Harris, in letter dated 29 November 1829, quoted in Corenlius C. Blatchly, "THE NEW BIBLE, written on plates of Gold or Brass," Gospel Luminary 2/49 (10 Dec. 1829): 194.Was the Book of Mormon made of tumbaga?https://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/what-kind-of-ore-did-nephi-use-to-make-the-platesStylometric Evidenceshttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/what-can-stylometry-tell-us-about-book-of-mormon-authorshiphttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/content/is-it-possible-that-a-single-author-wrote-the-book-of-mormonMary Whitmer’s witness of the plateshttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/what-does-mary-whitmer-teach-us-about-enduring-trialsThe three Witnesseshttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/did-the-book-of-mormon-witnesses-really-see-what-they-claimedhttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/why-is-david-whitmers-witness-of-the-book-of-mormon-so-compellinghttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/how-did-martin-harris-help-bring-forth-the-book-of-mormonhttps://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/how-important-was-oliver-cowdery-in-bringing-forth-the-book-of-mormon

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    8 Aug 2026

    Joseph Smith's First Vision Accounts Explained! (Restoration Revealed: Episode 2)

    Consider making a donation to Scripture Central and help Casey make more videos:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_ytTo dig deeper into this topic, as well as for a full transcript, go here: https://scripturecentral.org/shows/restoration-revealed/episodes/joseph-smith-s-first-vision-accounts-explainedJoin Casey Griffiths as he explores the locations and context where each primary account of the First Vision was written down. There are four accounts in which Joseph Smith was directly involved. Yet, these accounts aren't exactly the same. In this video Casey helps make sense of the context of each account. He also interviews Steve Harper, a Church History researcher who has studied this a lot.

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    3 Aug 2026

    The Hidden Story Behind the First Temples of the Church

    0:47 Nauvoo pioneer burial grounds with Scott Woodward 4:53 The grave of Seymour Brunson - Vicarious baptism 6:30 Edward & Ann Hunter Home - D&C 127-128 8:15 The Red Brick Store - The Endowment 12:00 Ramus, Illinois - Eternal Marriage Ordinance15:30 Nauvoo Temple & Other locations- The sealing power What if the Saints’ yearning for temples began long before Nauvoo — long before Kirtland — rooted in ancient patterns, sacred promises, and a longing to bind Heaven and earth?In this cinematic documentary, we uncover the surprising origin story of temple work in the Restoration — and how early Saints, driven by loss, faith, and revelation, discovered the sealing power that would forever change the destiny of families.Journey from ancient temple worship to Joseph Smith’s earliest teachings, the Kirtland endowment, and the sacred urgency that came in Nauvoo as Saints learned why temple covenants matter — and who waits on the other side of the veil.This is the forgotten story of why Latter-day Saints build temples, why the first Saints were desperate to receive temple blessings, and the hidden link between early Restoration revelation and eternal family salvation.If you've ever wondered:✨ Where did temple doctrine really begin?✨ Why did early Saints sacrifice everything to build temples?✨ What changed in Nauvoo — and why sealing power became central to salvation?✨ How the ancient temple pattern is fulfilled in the Restoration?…this film will give you answers — and help you feel the power of the House of the Lord in a deeper, more personal way.

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    2 Aug 2026

    The History of Joseph Smith's Birthplace, Childhood, and Ancestry! (Restoration Revealed: Episode 1)

    Consider making a donation to Scripture Central:https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/scripture-central/restoration-revealed_yt To dig deeper into this topic, as well as for a full transcript, go here:https://scripturecentral.org/shows/restoration-revealed/episodes/exploring-joseph-smith-s-birthplace-childhood-and-ancestryWhere is the exact spot where Joseph Smith was born? Where did Joseph Smith grow up? How did his early life and location influence him in restoring the Church? Did you know that Joseph had ancestors on the Mayflower, or who fought in the Revolutionary War? Join professor Casey Griffiths in this travel video, as he explores the early sites of the prophet’s life.Chapters:0:00 Introduction0:50 Joseph Smith and American History2:55 Exploring Boston's Freedom Trail and Concord5:30 Joseph Smith's Ancestors6:46 Joseph Smith's Birthplace9:07 Joseph Smith Monument11:14 Typhoid Fever 12:18 Joseph Smith's Leg Operaion17:21 Conclusion

15. 

    1 Aug 2026

    Exploring Butch Cassidy's Early Life as a Latter-day Saint (AKA Mormon)

    Reading recommendations:Butch Cassidy, My Uncle by Bill BetensonButch Cassidy: A Biography by Richard Patterson

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    31 Jul 2026

    Exploring Freemasonry, Joseph Smith, and Temple Connections

    Join Casey Griffiths as he explores the Salt Lake Masonic Temple with Freemason Lon Tibbitts and explores the connections between Freemasonry and Latter-day Saint Temple ordinances.

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    30 Jul 2026

    Special Tour INSIDE the Kirtland Temple!

    Join Casey Griffiths as he explores the recently purchased Kirtland Ohio temple. We go through several areas that most won't ever see. Casey explains some history of the first temple ceremonies, including practices similar to washing and annointings. He'll then explain the history of Christ's visit to the temple.

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