The Fate of the Persecutors: What happened to Joseph Smith's Enemies

What became of those who persecuted the Prophet Joseph Smith? Our job is not to judge their eternal welfare, but how did they fare in mortality? Did they obtain the world notoriety which they had sought? Or, did they end up getting what they had coming to them?

[williampaul]

Governor Boggs' great-granddaughter joined the Church.

[samhunt]

I'm 73 and been in the church 1 year. I simply love the history of the restored you for sharing.

[germsytoad]

This video just randomly popped on to my YouTube recommended videos. At first I thought, "Dang an hour? I dunno if I wanna invest a whole hour." I'm glad I watched it. The hour flew by. Ur a good egg. Keep it up.

[tarpz]

Tom, thank you for your commitment to the pursuit of history. It's hard work. You represent it well.

[Rudyard_Stripling]

I really enjoyed this, especially hearing of the forgiveness of Joseph and the others!

[franciegwin]

I love your channel. Such a wonderful "oasis" from what is going on in 2020.

[pamrobbins]

I’m so grateful for the atonement. You can change your mind today and be forgiven. How beautiful the mercy of our lord and glory of our God!

[alexapettengill]

I look forward to meeting Joseph one day and thank him for what he did. What a humble servant. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and blessing others

[nedrabassett]

After watching this, I am reminded of how much I enjoyed my tour with you on my church history tour. My friend Sue and I had such a great time. We have thought maybe we should do it again. Have such great respect for your ability to tell stories.

[tamaitioleloleula_mutiatele]

I love church history. Thank you for making this available so I can watch it. Keep up the great work and keep sharing these amazing history for more generations to come. Thank you!!

[KingBOOM]

I am the great great great grandson of Francillo Durfee 1812-1871! Member of the Mormon Battalion! I am also a convert to the church of five years! I know a lot about my grandfather. But I bet you could tell me a lot more about him! My wife and I are going to be coming to Utah soon. I need to talk to you!

[gordondahle]

In reference to Martin Van Buren, Wilford Woodruff said, “We will do his temple work when his cause is just.” It was many decades before the Church finally did his temple work.

[daveroberts]

If anyone would "end up getting what they had coming to them", we'd all be in sad shape. But for the atoning blood of Jesus, we'd all be sentenced to an eternity separated from God.

[melaniemiraflor]

I love listening to your stories. Faith promoting and inspiring especially when things get out of perspective. Thank you Bro. Tom. Keep it up

[boopus]

I read the book Fate of the Persecutors of Joseph Smith, one of the greatest reasons I gained a testimony of the prophet...

[cognitiveresonance]

I have this book. I'm about half way thru it. TONS of interesting tidbits, and more than a few mind-blowing testimonies.

[jeantaua]

Thank you so much Brother Petite. I am unable to attend church at this time of my life (I am 76) and I totally appreciate your lessons.

[Ryanhelpmeunderstand]

Orson Hyde is my 5th Great GrandFather! A lot of great stories about him!

[tomacosta]

Love your site, brother. Thank you for sharing this information!

[siilatacollins]

For me personally, i couldn't thank our HEAVENLY FATHER and our BELOVED HEAVENLY MOTHER enough, for our Oldest Brother JESUS CHRIST, in obedience concerning the Greatest Plan of Salvation.