Treasure In Heaven: The John Tanner Story

This video tells the story of a remarkable, but unsung convert and benefactor to helping the newly formed Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints become established in the Kirtland, Ohio, area with the building of the temple there. The movie is fairly well done, but a little slow moving - no action-packed scenes included.

l assume this story was produced by and basically for Mormon audiences and if you are so inclined then this would most likely appeal to the viewer. The story is well told and any Christian who believes in the actuality of Divine healing will be highly impressed even with any misgivings about Joseph Smith and Brigham Young. The sharing and caring of Mormons is to be admired among anyone who has Christian morals and character and sets a model for citizens of our distraught nation in these times of distress.

This was the true story of John Tanner who was introduced to the Morman religion. He had large sores on his leg and the doctor said it had to be removed to save his life. He refused. The Mormans told him that God would heal his leg if he believed. Well he believed and threw away his crutches. Tanner was a very wealthy man; and this is the story of the monetary and personal lengths he went to to save the church from becoming bankrupt.

What an amazing story! I named my child after this great man because I was so touched by this story years & years ago! Wealth may come and go but your faith will always remain, no one can take that from you. My son has shown remarkable faith and is living up to this great name. I am so happy they made this life story into a video, so we can share it with others!

I have watched this movie over and over and over again. It fills me with greater faith everyone! This is a must see video for all to see! I am profoundly grateful for John Tanner'S example and faith. He makes me want to be better in everyway! 😊

Of course this is Mormon-centric. However, it is an inspiring story of healing, conversion, commitment, sacrifice, faith, trust and forgiveness. It has inspired me to be better and to try harder. Sometimes all we need is a little pick up, and this short film did just that for me. Plus, I had no idea how the early LDS church overcame some of its debt. Interesting.

Those of you who remember the story of the rich man who refused to follow Christ because it meant giving up his riches... John Tanner is the antithesis of that man. John Tanner is what that rich man spoken of in Matthew 19 could have and would have been had he chosen differently.

This is a must watch movie to help increase your testimony. It shows you how through ones faith a person may be healed and bless many peoples lives. I only hope that it can affect as many people as possible by the power of the Holy Ghost, and through Heavenly Father. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen