Well, whatever you do, whether it’s eating or drinking or anything else, do it all so as to bring glory to God.”
–1 Corinthians 10:31, Complete Jewish Bible (CJB)
If you’ve ever felt there must be more to faith than simply attending church on Sunday, if you’ve ever sensed that God is still speaking, or if you’ve longed for a deeper, more personal relationship with Jesus Christ, then welcome to Mormon Kabbalah. We’re glad you’re here!
Welcome to the Journey
Mormon Kabbalah is not about secret knowledge or spiritual elitism. Quite the opposite, it is an invitation to rediscover the simple, life-changing truths that have always been at the heart of the Gospel. It is a path of learning to see God’s presence in the world around us, in our neighbors, and even within ourselves. Whether you come from a Latter Day Saint background, another Christian tradition, another faith entirely, or no faith at all, you are welcome to explore these ideas with an open heart.
Within the Church of Jesus Christ in Christian Fellowship, we believe that the Restoration did not end in the nineteenth century. God’s work is still unfolding. Revelation continues. Ancient truths continue to be rediscovered, and new truths are still awakening. The Restoration is less like a completed building and more like a growing tree: its roots reach deep into the ancient past while its branches continue to stretch toward heaven. One of those ancient roots is Kabbalah.
Why Kabbalah?
Kabbalah is the tradition of Israel; it is my doctrine, and thus it is a mysterious art, for my doctrine is too simple for mankind to comprehend.”
–Doctrines of the Saints 125:8
Don’t let the word “Kabbalah” intimidate you. Many people hear “Kabbalah” and imagine something mysterious, complicated, or inaccessible. In Mormon Kabbalah, we understand it much more simply. Kabbalah is the lifelong pursuit of drawing closer to God. It is the study of divine wisdom, the practice of living the Gospel, and the joyful discovery that heaven is nearer than we often realize.
Sometimes we joke that Kabbalah only seems mysterious because human beings have spent thousands of years making simple things complicated! Jesus taught us to love God, love our neighbor, forgive one another, care for the poor, and follow Him. That’s not complicated. We simply have an extraordinary talent for adding unnecessary layers. Mormon Kabbalah tries to peel those layers away until the light of Christ shines clearly once again.
One of the guiding invitations within our Fellowship is beautifully simple:
Unite My people in Kabbalah” –Doctrines of the Saints 125:4
For us, that means bringing people together rather than pushing them apart. We believe truth belongs to God, not to any single denomination. Every sincere seeker has something to contribute, and every person has something to learn. Unity does not require uniformity. Instead, it grows through humility, curiosity, and love.
Discovering the Divine Blueprint
And the first stage of man, the eternal man Adam Kadmon that was never born and shall never die, was brooding upon the face of the waters.”
–Melchizedek 4:5
One of the most beautiful teachings in Mormon Kabbalah is the idea that every person is created according to a divine pattern. We call this the Adam Kadmon. Think of it as God’s original blueprint for humanity, not merely for our physical bodies, but for our eternal identity. The Adam Kadmon is who we were before we came to this world, the idea that we existed eternally before we were born. This teaching reminds us that we are far more than accidents of biology or products of circumstance. Before we ever walked this earth, we were known by God. We were created with purpose, dignity, and immeasurable worth. Our spirits and our bodies together reflect something of the divine image, making mortal life not an obstacle to spirituality but one of its greatest opportunities.
Within each person also burns what Latter Day Saints often recognize as the Light of Christ (Zenos 31:5-6, John 8:12, Moroni 7:18 [7:19]). This light is God’s quiet invitation continually drawing us toward truth, goodness, compassion, and wisdom. It reminds us who we really are and who we are capable of becoming. When we begin seeing that same light in other people, something remarkable happens. Our relationships change. We become slower to judge and quicker to understand. Differences become opportunities for learning rather than reasons for division. Even difficult people begin to look less like enemies and more like fellow travelers trying to find their way home.
Jesus Christ: The Center of the Journey
I am the light of the world” –John 8:12
At the heart of Mormon Kabbalah is not a symbol, a diagram, or a mystical system: it is Jesus Christ. Every teaching, every practice, and every ancient symbol ultimately points to Him. Christ is both the path and the destination. He is the Living Word through whom all things were created, the Light that shines in every soul, and the Redeemer who invites us to become more like Him through grace. The goal of Mormon Kabbalah is never to replace the simple Gospel with hidden knowledge. Instead, it seeks to uncover the deeper beauty already present within the Gospel Jesus taught.
As we come to know Christ more fully, our understanding of everything else begins to change. Scripture becomes a conversation with God. Prayer becomes listening. Our neighbors become beloved children of our Heavenly Parents. Even our own struggles take on new meaning as Christ walks beside us through them. In Mormon Kabbalah, every step toward wisdom is ultimately a step toward Jesus, for He is the source of all truth, the perfect image of divine love, and the foundation upon which every other teaching rests.
Choosing Love Over Ego
And it came to pass that I saw and bear record that the great and spacious building was the pride of the world; and it fell; and the fall thereof was exceeding great.”
–1 Nephi 3:93-94 [11:36]
Every spiritual tradition wrestles with the same fundamental question: What keeps us from experiencing God’s presence more fully? Mormon Kabbalah answers with surprising simplicity: ego. Not healthy confidence, but the kind of selfishness that convinces us life is only about ourselves. Scripture describes this spirit in many ways: pride, greed, fear, and the desire to control others. Left unchecked, it isolates us from both God and one another. Instead, we are invited to practice what we often call Creative Altruism: choosing love over fear, generosity over selfishness, and compassion over competition. The phrase was popularized by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose vision of building the “Beloved Community” continues to inspire many people of faith.
Creative Altruism asks a simple question before every decision:
“Will this help bring more light and love into the world?”
Sometimes this means feeding someone who is hungry. Sometimes it means listening before speaking. Sometimes it means forgiving when it would be easier to remain angry. And sometimes it simply means recognizing the divine worth of someone society has overlooked. And there is no greater example of creative altruism than Jesus Christ. His life, His death on the cross, His resurrection show us the Torah in action. He is the Word, the Torah lived. As we study His life and teachings, we learn a better way, the Christian way. And as we deepen our relationship with Him, he changes us, our works are not our own, they are His (Jacob 3:8 [4:7]). The beautiful paradox of the Gospel is that as we seek the welfare of others, we often discover our own healing along the way (Mosiah 1:49 [2:17).
Becoming a Prophetic People
A prophetic people must work tirelessly to tear down walls of separation and to build bridges of understanding.”
–Doctrines of the Saints 2d:40 (Community of Christ DaC 162:6b2)
Many people imagine prophets as individuals standing on mountaintops receiving visions from heaven. While Mormon Kabbalah certainly believes God still 
speaks, it also teaches something wonderfully encouraging: every disciple can cultivate a listening heart. We believe revelation is not reserved for a select few. Through prayer, scripture study, service, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, every sincere seeker can learn to recognize God’s voice in everyday life.
That conviction shapes the School of the Prophets, a nondenominational seminary sponsored by the Fellowship. Its purpose is not simply to teach information but to help people develop spiritual discernment. Rather than asking people what to think, we encourage them to seek God directly while learning from scripture, tradition, reason, and one another.
Of course, none of this works without kindness. One of our favorite expressions is that good “table manners” are part of the Gospel. Before we can discuss profound mysteries, we first learn how to treat one another with patience, respect, and humility (Ephesians 4:2). Sometimes the most prophetic act isn’t delivering a grand revelation. It might simply be noticing someone who feels left out, making room at the table, or helping a neighbor in need. Those quiet acts of love often reveal the heart of Christ more clearly than a thousand sermons.
Walking the Path Together
We should think about how to stir each other up toward love and doing good. To do this, we must never give up on gathering together, as some have. Instead, let us encourage one another, and do this all the more as you see the Day of the Creator approaching.”
–Hebrews 10:24-25 First Nations Version New Testament, FNV
Like any spiritual tradition, Mormon Kabbalah is meant to be lived, not merely studied (1 Corinthians 10:31). Prayer becomes a conversation rather than a ritual. Scripture becomes a map instead of simply a history book. Meditation quiets the noise so we can recognize God’s gentle voice. Acts of service become opportunities to meet Christ in the people around us. We study the Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Plates of Brass, and continuing revelation because we believe each helps illuminate another part of God’s ongoing work in the world. Together, they encourage us to become people of greater faith, wisdom, compassion, and hope.
Most importantly, Mormon Kabbalah reminds us that our journey is never one we walk alone. No matter where your story has brought you, you are invited to seek God with an open heart. Ask questions. Explore deeply. Grow patiently. Trust that divine light is already working within you. The Restoration continues because God continues to love, to teach, and to call His children home. And perhaps that invitation has brought you here today.
Welcome. We’re grateful you’re here!
