204 - Did Joseph Smith Drink Alcohol? I Church History Matters I Word of Wisdom Series

204 - Did Joseph Smith Drink Alcohol? I Church History Matters I Word of Wisdom Series

From Church History Matters by Scripture Central

May 12, 2026 · 55 min · Episode 206

About this episode

This episode explores Joseph Smith's adherence to the Word of Wisdom and its significance in Latter-day Saint identity.

In this episode, we explore how Joseph Smith personally kept the Word of Wisdom as a divine principle of health, spiritual strength, and wise living—not just a list of restrictions. Revealed in 1833 and recorded in Doctrine and Covenants Section 89, the Word of Wisdom was originally given as “a principle with promise,” offering guidance on caring for the body and drawing closer to God. Join us as we trace the history of the Word of Wisdom in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, from its early introduction during Joseph Smith’s lifetime to its development as a defining standard of faith and discipleship. Discover how this revelation shaped Latter-day Saint identity and why it remains one of the most discussed and important teachings in the Church today.

Topics covered

  • Word of Wisdom
  • Joseph Smith
  • Latter-day Saints
  • health principles
  • spiritual strength
  • faith and discipleship

Keywords

  • Word of Wisdom
  • Joseph Smith
  • Doctrine and Covenants
  • Latter-day Saints
  • health
  • spirituality
  • faith

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Books & works: Doctrine and Covenants

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