The “shocking truth” about Joseph may remain elusive, but the questions raised by CT are undoubtedly worth exploring, promoting a deeper understanding of the complexities of early Christian history and the richness of its varied narratives. The King Follett Discourse is Joseph Smith’s most famous, well-recorded, and controversial sermon. It was the last General Conference talk Joseph gave before his death, and its teachings on the nature of God and man are among the most controversial things Joseph ever taught. He is simply remembered as the one not having been chosen by the Lord. Since he was not counted as one of the 12 apostles (Acts 1:26), when persecution later forced “all” the disciples to flee from Jerusalem “except the apostles ” (Acts 8:1), he was most likely among the exiles. Joseph , the often-overlooked apostle of Jesus , holds a unique place in the early Christian narrative. While not as prominently featured as Peter, Paul, or James, his life and ministry offer a fascinating glimpse into the foundational years of the Church. The marketplace apostle touches the unclean thing, so that the Kingdom of God may prosper. This is the Joseph apostolic type. He’s the new kid in school that’s shrouded in a cloud of mystery. Why doesn’t he sit with the Israelites? Where did he come from? And why does he stay in Egypt? The recent CT (Christianity Today) YouTube channel video , hinting at “shocking” revelations about Joseph , an apostle of Jesus (often confused with Joseph of Arimathea), has sparked significant interest and debate within Christian circles. The “Joseph, Apostle of Jesus” YouTube channel (CT) presents a body of information that requires critical evaluation. Many claims made by the channel lack sufficient evidence, contradict established historical knowledge , or employ flawed methodologies. Here are 3 important conclusions about Josephus and Jesus : (1) Josephus was a 1st century Jewish historian who talked about Jesus (and his brother James cf. (2) This passage (Antiquities 18:63-64) is disputed and likely does contain some Christian interpolations (fancy word for some Christian edits or embellishments). The story of Joseph in Genesis has striking similarities and portrayals to Jesus Christ. Joseph is the only man in the Bible (besides Jesus ) who is never said to have sinned.
Is This the Most Controversial Joseph, Apostle of Jesus Video Ever? (CT)
The "shocking truth" about Joseph may remain elusive, but the questions raised by CT are undoubtedly worth exploring, promoting a deeper understanding of the co...