A pivotal point in my studies was when I became acquainted with how Joseph Smith met Emma Smith in Palmyra�why he was in the area. He had a business where he would tell people where to find buried treasure. He was brought to court for it and found to be guilty and paid a fine. This is documented in court papers. He was also into astrology, masonry, and use of a peep stone. The information about Joseph Smith�s connection with magic arts is pretty easily accessible on the internet and in books if you are willing to see. I was willing to see and willing to follow God�s lead to his truth as a sure foundation.
Regard not them that have familiar spirits, neither seek after wizards, to be defiled by them: I [am] the LORD your God. Leviticus 19:31
I want to tell you about something really good. God�s truth is powerful, beautiful, life-changing as opposed to the works of the flesh.
Kathy
