Oliver Cowdery, one of the 3 witnesses of The Book of Mormon, left and returned to the LDS church

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"Before Oliver passes away, he goes out of his way on several occasions to publicly and ardently bear testimony of the restoration of the Book of Mormon. One of the more well -known accounts is a guy named Jacob Gates. He's on his way to his mission and he stops in Richmond to visit Oliver Cowdery. Jacob Gates asks Oliver, 'Is it all true? Can you tell me if it's true?' Oliver Cowdery says, 'Jacob, I want you to remember what I say to you. I am a dying man. What would it profit me to tell you a lie? I know that this Book of Mormon was translated by the gift and power of God. My eyes saw, my ears heard, and my understanding was touched. I know that whereof I testified is true. It was no dream, no vain imagination of the mind. It was real.' I think this was recorded two or three months before Oliver passed away. And he says, he doesn't have any reason to lie at this point. In fact, he wants to tell the truth because he knows he's about to meet his maker. And he still bears his testimony on the Book of Mormon."

Come Back Team:
Director, Founder & Host: Ashly Stone
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[carleytall]

LITERALLY my two favorite podcasts. The two I look forward to every week; the two I haven’t missed a single episode of.
Thanks for this creative, fun, informative crossover!

[jasongast]

this is a great idea. I would never have thought of a Historic "Come Back"

[deeannaprice]

Thank you both for such a great conversation! I have always felt empathy for Oliver and Emma and many others! All of those early Saints faced intense spiritual triumphs as well as earthly challenges. Thank you for sharing so fluently these details about Oliver! It was awesome to hear his come back story!

[benjaminroeify]

I didn't know all of this story. Pretty amazing and moving. Thanks for sharing Oliver's story.

[tomdozer]

Love this podcast, I have a daughter that left the church and this podcast gives me hope she will someday return, bless you.

[brentclark]

Ashley, you are awesome! Your podcast is a much needed balance to the disputers that are virtually casting stones at the Lord's prophets and His gospel. Huge thanks to you and those on your show who share their faith journeys back to Jesus Christ and the fullness of His restored gospel.

[Not_so_greatScott]

I had never considered that if Oliver had come back when invited, that he would likely have been in Carthage with Joseph. Very interesting! I thought I knew most of the story but that’s a cool new insight!

[VickiSheridan]

I didn’t think I was a judgemental person but I couldn’t understand how Oliver could leave the Church after all he had witnessed. Thank you for bringing him alive for me. I now see him as a very strong witness and a good man. Could you have your guest on again and shine light on David Whitmore’s character and testimony?

[juliejensen]

Love, love, love your podcast! Know that you are doing a marvelous work and a wonder!❤

[barbarabailey]

Oh my! Oliver had such an empowering and honest testimony of the Book of Mormon! I’m so touched that he died happy knowing he was going to his Savior. Thank you for honoring a very important human who was a mighty instrument for the Lord here on the earth. I look forward to meeting him one day.

[ProdigalSonMatt]

Very neat historical “come back” story

[rachelciarlante]

I’m would also love to hear Martin Harris’ come back story. Of the eleven witnesses, I believe 7 remained faithful.

[andrewandstacieweller]

Most excellent
Thank you for all both of you do

[devinhinkson]

Oliver was warned of pride in Doctrine and Covenants 23:1. It was what ultimately made him leave as well.

[mwfarms]

You need to do this for all the come back saints. This was one of the most insightful episode I have ever heard. Thank you

[salustone]

Wow..totally awesome. Thank you so much. I’ve learned a lot more about Oliver Cowdery and his testimony. Very enlightening, and inspiring. God bless😊💗💗💗😄🙏🙏🙏

[tatysmiles]

I loved this! I didn't know all the details about the incredible come back story of Oliver! I respect him so much! 🥰

[wheelercreek]

Yay! A CHM and Come Back crossover, love it. And what a great story. Thanks to both of you Another one some time on WW Phelps would be awesome too.

[johneldard]

Thank you both so much. One of the best episodes,

[MiriamBallejos-jh]

I am so glad to hear moreabout Oliver's story. I think very highly of him. Would love to find a good biography of him!