I don't believe that I have said that mormonprophecy.blogspot.com was actual doctrine, and I don't pretend that it is. However, I have learned a lot from Anthony Larsen's classes, and everything about what I have learned from his site has encouraged me to do a deeper study of the scriptures, of the teachings of the prophets, and to attend the temple more often. If what he has to say is true, the proof will be in the pudding.

I think that gradualism/evolution is a philosophy of men, always have, and it has been refreshing for me to find an actual science (based on the scientific method of experimentation) that supports catastrophicism/creationism, as the scriptures and brethren have always taught. Since I will be homeschooling my children, science is a very relevant topic to me and above all I wish to teach my children the truth. Hence the study.

I am still digesting much of what Larsen teaches, and I am not ready to say that I agree 100% with what he says. However, he has quoted his sources well, he is a respectable, learned member of the church, and I would hardly call listening to what he has to say as dumpster diving.

My understanding of the gospel has only increased with this new study.

Thank you for your concern. I hope this response only serves to clarify my position.

If you choose to study alternative science (or any science, for that matter), that is great. Heavenly Father does want us to study and learn as much as we can. But always pair it with intense scripture study, prayer, and council from the Brethren.

I say this as a loving, concerned friend, and not to be mean, and I pray it finds you with love and not hostility. I really do respect you and your choices as a mother. Yours–a Friend.