Do you think this is right?

Question

I have a friend who is Mormon and he will only date a girl if she is a Mormon, or willing to convert to Mormonism. I do not understand why someone would have to change someone to be able to be with them in a religious way. I look at this as an insult to God, because God loves everyone indifferently, regardless if you are Mormon, Catholic, or Baptist. So what do you think about this? I know its his decision, but why does religion have to be judged?

Answer 1

Mormonism is a cult which denounces all other religions. The Mormon god is Satan's father - a man who exalted himself to godhood. Mormon's do not recognize Jesus Christ as God.

"Celestial marriage" is what Mormonism is about. Mormon leaders have taught since Joseph Smith's time that "eternal life" only comes through temple marriage; it is necessary for a person to go through a secret ceremony and be married in a Mormon temple to achieve the highest exaltation in the celestial kingdom of God.

President Spencer W. Kimball, the 12th prophet of the church: "Only through celestial marriage can one find the strait way, the narrow path. Eternal life cannot be had in any other way. The Lord was very specific and very definite in the matter of marriage." (Deseret News, Church Section, Nov. 12, 1977)

President Kimball; "the ordinance of sealing is an absolute, and that without it there can be no salvation in the eternal world, no eternal life." ("The Ordinances of the Gospel," as cited in Achieving a Celestial Marriage, page 204)

Mormon theology teaches that those who have been married in the temple can become Gods, whereas those who refuse to go through the endowment ritual become servants for all eternity.

This is not right, but it is what Mormons believe.

Answer 2

The entire reason the Mormon cult was started was because the "creator" of it John Smith wanted to marry multiple women. I have a friend that is Mormon and I love her she is a Sweet person however I don't agree with her "religion". Like said above it is in the Bible not to be unequally yoked. I see this as a believer should not marry a non-believer. I am Protestant and my husband was Catholic and we were married in my church. It is going on 7 years together and we are fine and happy.

Answer 3

It has a much better chance of working out that way. I am an atheist and would not date someone very religious (when I was single) Not because I had a problem with them per say, I just didn't see how it would work. I really think it is all silly and that would be insulting to someone who was.

Mormons have some pretty unique beliefs and that could be a problem.

Answer 4

Mormons are not Christian. God tells us not to be unequally yoked, so I can understand why a Christian wouldn't marry someone not Christian. I would guess the same goes for Mormons b/c they do have much of our bible that they reference. It's difficult to rear kids and have a peaceful home where there is differences in core religious beliefs (or at least there should be!)

God may love us all differently, but He was very clear in stating the only way to heaven is through Jesus Christ. Believe in the blood of Christ to cover your sins to get to heaven - you cannot get there by your own righteousness. Mormons do NOT believe Christ was the son of God and died for our sins the same way the Christian bible teaches.

God bless. ~Nise~

Answer 5

I think he is being silly, not because he won't date non-Mormons, but because Mormonism is silly. In response to a challenge from someone in this forum, I am slogging my way through the Book of Mormon (about half done). What a pile of drivel! Anyone who believes a word of it has a vegetable for a brain.

Answer 6

i think its right because an atheist and a christian could probably never get along romantically,the same applies for the mormons,he just wants someone like him,nothing wrong with that,im sure there are exceptions i mean there probably are religion opposites very happy together,but overall people want people like them,simple as that,and you will find one ,it just takes time,i am a nonbeliever myself,i sure would not want to be with a jesus freak.

thats how it is,and if someone is willing to convert for someone,as long as its done from that persons heart,not just to please the other person,then i find nothing wrong with that,ONLY if the person converting absolutely understands whats going on and is doing it for themselves first.

Answer 7

I don't associate with Mormon's at all however, your missled Mormon friend is correct. I will not marry a couple unless:

1) They both profess Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.

2) Both must be Baptized.
3) Both must be Bible believers.
4) Both regular Church attenders. (faithful).
5) Not Divorced prior. ( 1st. marriage only ).
6) A period of Pastoral/Marriage Counseling. ( A waiting period ).
7) Demonstration of Godliness.

Answer 8

2 Cor 6:14
Be Ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers; for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
15-And what concord hath Christ with Belial or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel
16-And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.
17-Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,
18-And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord.
Almighty.

When people know that the truth is the ONLY way and they marry a non-believer, there is always trouble when it comes to taking the children to Church. The believer will always want the children to go with them.
Thus the war begins.

Answer 9

I think you are coming from a place that actually is none of your business. The Catholics have insisted that all children be raised Catholic since time immemorial. Mormons believe that all those outside the church cannot enter the kingdom of heaven. Do I think they are sensible...NO. Do I question their motives YES... But is is always the choice of the dater and the datee to abide by these concepts. NO ONE I have ever known HAD to convert to anything...there is always that out of "NO THANK YOU." and moving on. Thanks, and peace.

Answer 10

I may regret this answer but I can't help it.

Mormon couples wear magic underwear. Really, Ask him. So it may be real hard to get a Catholic girl to wear the magic undies.

:) May GOD richly bless you and your Mormon friend.