I served a mission for the Mormon (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) I found that many who call themselves Christian treated me with absolute rudeness and hate. Why? I believe in Christ and I love God. What is the problem. Please be respectful.
2006-06-13 11:51:53 · 15 answers · asked by Ethan M 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I agree with williamG
and to answer a few peoples questions
Do you believe Christ is the son of God? Or just a prophet? we beileve he was both and more we also beileve he is our savior
Do you believe your going to become a God yourself and create spirit children to inhabit other planets? yes so to speak but not like GOD we will always be under his rule and don't want to take away from his glory but add to it.
Do you have secret rituals that your not supposed to share or become excommunicated if you do. It's true we are not
In New Testament times, other rituals were initiated. The Lord's supper, baptisms, and symbolic washing of feet are examples of these rituals.
It is easy for others to label something they do not understand as non-Christian or Satanic. Consider the Muslim tradition of facing Mecca five times a day when one prays: it isn't something Christians do, but it isn't satanic either.
Because non-LDS Christians don't understand the LDS temple and what goes on there, some have relentlessly dreamed up bizarre stories that mark this sacred worship. Lately, a small group of anti-Mormons, while professing great love of Mormons, claim a worship of the devil occurs in the temple, which just isn't true.
The rituals we perform in the temple seem different to them, but different doesn't make them evil. Picture a non-Christian hearing Jesus speak these words: "He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, dwelleth in me, and I in him" (John 6:56). Some of Christ's own disciples were so confused about the introduction of this "ritual" they quit following Jesus (John 6:66).
The Old Testament, especially Exodus and Numbers, is replete with temple rituals that today seem strange and very different to us. These are God's words to Moses from the Good News Bible, Exodus
29:4-9:
Bring Aaron and his sons to the entrance of the Tent of my presence, and have them take a ritual bath. Then dress Aaron in the priestly garments—the shirt, the ephod, the robe that goes over the ephod, the breastpiece, and the belt. Put the turban on him, and tie on it the sacred sign of dedication engrave, dedicated to the Lord, then take the anointing oil, pour it on his head, and anoint him. Bring his sons and put shirts on them; put sashes around their waists and tie caps on their heads . . . They and their descendants are to serve me as priests forever.
Later in the same 29th chapter of Exodus, we read:
Take the other ram—the ram used for dedication—and tell Aaron and his sons to put their hands on its head. Kill it, and take some of its blood and put it on the lobes of the right ears of Aaron and his sons, and on the thumbs of their right hands and on the big toes of their right feet. Throw the rest of the blood against all four sides of the altar (Exodus 29:19-20).
Obviously these rituals are no longer performed. However, those who believe the Bible to be the word of God accept these rituals as being from God and of God, strange as they sound to us today.
True followers of Jesus Christ during the meridian of time would not have tried to get Peter to talk about what transpired on the Mount of Transfiguration after the Lord had told him and two other apostles not to tell anyone else, as long as the Lord was living. Those rituals which are performed in the temples today consist of making sacred covenants with our Father in Heaven. No one in good taste makes fun of things sacred to another, nor tries to bait them into talking publicly about things they have promised not to divulge.
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2006-06-13 18:19:33 · answer #1 · answered by destineypyle 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The problem is that most people whether they would admit it or not, believe that they are the only beliver that has the truth. Therefore they must convert any non-beleivers at all costs.
This is the same mentality that caused the Inquisitions, the ongoing Jihads against all non-muslims and other such atrocities in the name of God.
The LDS have a history of being the brunt of the hatred of the masses. Joseph smith was run out of several towns. His successor Brigham Young faced the same punishment.
When it comes right down to it, I beleive that it is the fear of the unknown. People fear the teachings of the LDS because they do not understand it, nor do they want to. It is easier to simply call it heresy, than to find out about it.
2006-06-13 12:00:17 · answer #2 · answered by William G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To christians, Mormons are those who do not only live by religious tennets, but are servants in what may be known as a cult. Religions are different for a reason. There may be similiar ties to all religions, yet there are distinct beliefs that differ widely from relgion to religion. Personally, as a christian I believe that to treat others with rudeness and hate is not from God. If you believe God is the ultimate judge, who am I to step in His way?
Respect is a funny thing... To give it you need to feel that you have received it. I have no problem with your religion, and how you serve God, if you have no problem with how I serve Him.
2006-06-13 12:01:54 · answer #3 · answered by lifelonglori 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was a practicing Christian for over thirty years. And, am an atheist in large part as a result of that educational experience.
Christianity is a hate cult. It teaches that people who do not accept the doctrine of whichever local cult they belong to are wicked and evil.
According to most Christians, Mormons are the same as atheists and are following Satan. But, they apply that same principle to all other groups that don't agree with them, so don't feel like you were singled out for being a Mormon.
They would treat anyone who is not a member of their local cult the same way.
2006-06-13 11:58:15 · answer #4 · answered by Left the building 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you believe Christ is the son of God? Or just a prophet? Do you believe your going to become a God yourself and create spirit children to inhabit other planets? Do you have secret rituals that your not supposed to share or become excommunicated if you do? I think alot of Mormons are good people but mis-lead maybe that is why you have been treated badly. It is not right that Christians should treat anyone badly. I just think Christians don't agree with your beliefs is all. Religion allways stirs up contraversy.
2006-06-13 12:02:07 · answer #5 · answered by oktobejustme 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The reason is because most Christians see mormons as a cult. Some of your dogma seems a bit "fairytale" for some to believe.
Others don't like the mormons because they are annoying when they show up at your door and try to tell you about their church and their ways. If people want to come to your church, let them come on their own. Nobody likes to be approached on the subject of religion or politics. it's just annoying.
That's i have for ya buddy. Hope it helps.
2006-06-13 11:57:20 · answer #6 · answered by Talamascaa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sheer, unmitigated ignorance. I am not Mormon and neither will I be. However, theirs is a very supportive society. They do take care of "their own", something other religions do not always do well or with good conscience. Well, excepting the Catholics. We have become such a segmented society that we are now dealing with our lack of tolerance. (We have become intolerant!)
I am sorry for your mistreatment and denigration. All that was required of them was to tell you in a nice way, that they are strong in their own faith and to thank you for caring about them. Just let it go at that. The Bible states we were given Free Will to chose how our lives would go. We need to also respect other people's choices. Bless You.
2006-06-13 12:19:45 · answer #7 · answered by Ding-Ding 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a lot of the reasons are already covered by others. mainly that other christians regard them as kind of cult like . the other reason is that eve nthough the church renounced polygamy to gain statehood, it is still assiciated wit hthe religion. several mormon offshoots (some claiming to be true mormons) still practice polygamy and get lumped in with mormons. i know mormons are often treated with contempt by minorities because until recently mormons were known to be racists. Not the kkk lynch folks type, but clearly thought of other races as inferior and many still do.
2006-06-13 12:11:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a friend who was a non-practicing Mormon. She got married and left the state.
They came to her house 2000 miles away and harassed her to come back to the church. She described the church as more of a cult.
2006-06-13 11:57:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think certain religions that claim their religion is the "right" one or "only" one is always going to offend people who have differing beliefs. I find typically people will treat you the same as you treat them(generally). Good luck and God bless.
2006-06-13 11:56:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋