im a mormon, and i would like to say thank you to all the people out there who may npt belong to the church but who respect it. if you have any questions, hit me with your best shot, and i'll fire away, seeing something that degrades my religion ticks me off, and im sure i, not the only one to jump the gun and protect it.
2006-11-04 10:45:31 · 15 answers · asked by aslgurl1491 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I don't believe some of the things they teach, but I think there are a lot of truths in it. I also think Mormons do a better job of emphasizing some aspects of family life than other religions. Not that these beliefs are different, but their way of teaching is different. So I definitely respect them.
2006-11-04 10:51:19 · answer #1 · answered by greeiore 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why do people do what? This word "rerrorize" is not known.
I am not a member of the Mormon church because I looked at the documents and scriptures of the Mormon church and concluded the only logical thing that is possible. Joseph Smith is a false prophet.
The questions I have were asked to several missionaries and they say that they are unable to answer my questions regarding archaeology, salvation, the nature of God and the priesthood being restored.
1 Peter 3:15 talks about having an answer for the hope that lies within you. They don't have that.
2006-11-06 08:09:34 · answer #2 · answered by Buzz s 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure about the 'terrorizing Mormons' bit. It's perfectly valid for someone to question your beliefs, however. In fact, if you stand on solid ground, you should encourage it.
Unfortunately, however, I don't believe you stand on solid ground. Mormonism had, as its basis, Christianity, for which there is a plethora of philosophical, scientific, archaeological, and historical evidence. Mormonism was born during a time when there were several other cultish offshoots of Christianity. The message was changed, and absolutely no evidence is available to substantiate its claims.
I think everyone considering Mormonism should check out the serious problems with it - some of which are highlighted on the video at the following link: http://www.lhvm.org/vid_dna_med.htm.
2006-11-04 19:06:03 · answer #3 · answered by The Non-Apologetic Apologist 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Most non-Christians terrorize Mormons because they're Christian.
Most Christians terrorize Mormons because they think they're non-Christian.
If I'm right, what most other Christians have against Mormons is this: the Bible foretells the coming of a false prophet who will gain followers who in turn will follow scriptures other than the Bible. To many other Christians, this refers to Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon. I think some other Christians also resent Mormons because they don't believe in a triune god - you guys believe that God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit are separate entities, rather than three parts of one whole (which some of you know to be a Pagan ideal that the Catholic Church adopted in the 300's).
I'm Pagan, but personally, I think if any of you Christian folk are right (or close to being right), it's the LDS. I'm engaged to a southern gentleman who was raised Mormon, and whose family still is, and I've learned a lot about them. They're certainly one of the most controversial Christian denominations, which is one of the things that lead me to believe that you're more likely right. Your views tend to stray farther from most other denominations, making you very unique. There isn't a soul on this earth who can deny that the Christian faith has been tampered with by us fallible humans, so it leads logically that the ones who stray from the norm might just be onto something.
I'd love to chat it up about our different views sometime if you're interested. Just drop me a line!
2006-11-04 19:39:25 · answer #4 · answered by Lady of the Pink 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I personally have no problem with the mormon religion. You believe yours; I believe mine. Just don't come knocking on my door unless I know you or I invite you, and that goes for everyone. I have a problem with being interrupted when I'm in the middle of something.
2006-11-04 18:49:30 · answer #5 · answered by sophieb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mormons i have known send letters to a fellow mormon women in a Hospice saying if she didn't convert her 3 daughters to Mormon she will rot in hell for 1 reason.
2nd At her funeral the children and grandchildren were not made to feel welcome infact made to feel like they didn't exist cause they weren't mormons.
3rd The lady in mention was told as she was dying, her hubby will sleep with whom he wants till he finds a replacement for her (very thoughtful ) and the big wig priest convienced the lady it was for the best for her hubby !!!!...
The total lack of respect for non mormons, even if they are your own family !
Truthfully after seeing your religion with 1st hand experience , no wonder you have a bad name.
I'm not saying your all the same, but your beliefs are very questionable ...
2006-11-04 19:56:45 · answer #6 · answered by loulou777 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Do you want to tell us why Mormonism attacks every other religion, especailly Christianity and all Christian doctines, yet Mormonism claims to be the only true Christian church with completely false doctrines?
Do you want to tell us why Mormons believe in contact with the dead for their revelations rather than trust in the Bible and Jesus Christ?
Do you want to tell us why Mormons invoke the priesthood of Lucifer in their temple?
The Aaronic Priesthood was inherited only by priests who were born an Israelite of the tribe of Levi and as a descendant of Aaron. The Aaronic priesthood ended at Christ's crucifixion. The Levitical or Aaronic Priesthood was replaced or superceded by Jesus Christ, the Great Eternal High Priest. The Bible says the Melchizedeck priesthood of Jesus Christ is non-transferable.
Christ is now the only Mediator (Priest) between men and God (I Tim. 2:5; Heb. 7:24-25; John 14:6).The book of Hebrews repeatedly declares that Jesus Christ is the only High Priest after the order (manner) of Melchizedek (Heb. 3:1; 5:6, 10; 6:20; 7:11, 15, 17, 21, 24, 26; 8:1; 9:11). His "Melchizedek Priesthood" is "unchangeable" (literally "untransferable" or it "passeth not from one to another," Heb. 7:24). He did not get it from anyone nor give it to anyone. Because He lives forever (Heb. 7:25), He is consecrated for evermore (Heb. 7:28) as the Christian's only High Priest after the manner of Melchizedek (Heb. 7:15-17). Since Jesus Christ lives forever as our High Priest, there is no need for other high priests!
http://www.carm.org/lds/attack.htm
2006-11-05 18:37:30 · answer #7 · answered by kirstycristy 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
mormonism is occultic anti biblicle anti christ legalism,
BUT I am sure you are a nice sweet soul !
I have lots of questions about Mormonism i will post some questions but many questions I have posted get ripped of because you dont like to see them up here!!!!!!!! but I will try again
2006-11-04 19:02:49 · answer #8 · answered by proscunio 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Differences Between Mormonism & Christianity.The Mormon church uses two sources as its primary authorities: the Book of Mormon and the Bible. The Doctrine and Covenants and The Pearl of Great Price are also viewed as divinely authoritative. The Christian church uses the Holy Bible alone as its authority from God. Joseph Smith is not recognized as a prophet.
The Mormon church sees God as the Supreme Being of the universe. However, He gradually acquired that position over a long period of time by living a perfect and righteous life. God the Father has a body (flesh and bones). The Christian church proclaims God as eternally and infinitely supreme. He is the same today as always. He is a spirit Being.
The Mormon church teaches that humans exist as spirit beings before their birth. At physical birth, bodies are given to these spirits. They are also given an opportunity for free-will choice. The physical world represents a period of probation. The status of a person in the afterlife is determined by the way that person lived their life on Earth. If the person lived by a satisfactory standard, (including the fulfillment of Mormon temple obligations) that person has the potential to become a god in the after-life. They can also produce "spirit children" to populate a world of his own (like God did with the earth). The Christian church holds that humans do not exist as spirits prior to being born into the world. Humans cannot attain godhood or populate other worlds with "spirit children."
The Mormon church views Jesus and Satan as spirit brothers and sons of God. God put forth His plan of salvation for the world, and Satan proposed his own plan. Jesus accepted the Father's plan and offered to implement it as the Savior. The Father chose Jesus, and the spirit of Jesus was given a body through the virgin Mary. He was crucified on a Roman cross, and rose from the dead three days later to establish His deity. The character and life of Jesus is attainable by anyone who performs at such a righteous level. The Christian church teaches that Jesus Christ has existed eternally as the Son of God, the second "person" of the Trinity. Jesus took on human flesh about 2000 years ago and was born into the world through the virgin Mary. He was crucified on a Roman cross for our sins, and rose from the dead three days later to establish His deity.
The Mormon church holds that Jesus Christ overcame physical death and guaranteed physical resurrection to all mankind. However, spiritual death can only be avoided through personal obedience of God's commandments. Forgiveness of sins requires faith, repentance and baptism by an approved Mormon priest. The practice of baptism for the dead is an extension of this belief, in which Mormons are baptized in proxy for those who have died without proper baptism. The Christian church teaches that we are unable to live a life righteous enough to meet God's perfectly holy standard. Therefore, we establish a relationship with God by faith in the work of Christ on the cross, not by our own works. Baptism and good deeds are acts of obedience to God, but not the means for gaining eternal salvation.
The Mormon church maintains that although there is temporary punishment for those that are most wicked, Jesus Christ will establish a new kingdom that will consist of three levels: the celestial kingdom, the terrestrial kingdom, and the telestial kingdom. The Christian church holds that there are only two possible fates after death, heaven or hell. These locations are final, both physically and spiritually.
ARE these teachings of the mormon faith, from the BIBLE?
2006-11-04 19:12:07 · answer #9 · answered by K 5 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I do respect your religion, but there is one thing I don't understand. How come the Bible was not good enough for your founder, and he had to add some extra books? I never understood that.
2006-11-04 18:48:32 · answer #10 · answered by Phil Ossofer 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋