What can it do for me that the Bible can't? I have spoke to many Mormons and they always tell me about Joseph Smith and the book of Mormon. But they never say what the book can do for me.
Remember I never asked about the church or the temple, I just want to know how the book of Mormon can change my life.
2007-09-03 06:18:30 · 25 answers · asked by Smart_Guy 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
By the way I am a Christian. I'm just curious what the answer is, because I've never been told.
2007-09-03 06:35:30 · update #1
So Kelsykitten is saying...it does nothing that Bible can do.
2007-09-03 06:36:26 · update #2
Thanks for that David C.(NOT!!!)
Still no answer!! I get the impression that the book of Mormon can't actually do anything for me or anyone. if it could then I would have the answer by now.
2007-09-03 06:52:24 · update #3
Q. -- "To Mormons. What can the book of Mormon do for me?"
A. -- Confuse the daylights out of you. It would better have been entitled, "The Book of Hokum." The Mormon Church is a wacko (and very repressive) cult.
2007-09-03 06:26:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 16⤋
You have had plenty of answers- it's just not what you wanted to hear. The book of mormon isn't going to make you rich, or have all these powers or anything huge like that. And there are many things that Bible does for someone that the BofM does also. The difference- those questions in the bible that don't quite make sense- those are answered with the BofM. It gives a complete account- therefore your knowledgs i complete. When your knowledge is complete you are at a greater peace than you can imagine. It's like going into a test at school that you didn't study for- that's the bible. You have to take this test, and you only know half of the answers- you start feeling a little worried, getting nervous, frustrated- well compare that to taking a test with questions that you know all the answers to. Your calm, collected and don't feel any stress at all. Just peace and confidence. Which one would you rather feel? The BofM is like completing your study guide. The bible and BofM go hand in hand to give us All of the answers. With either one missing- our knowledge is incomplete. Remember ignorance is not always bliss. I'm not sure what kind of answer you are looking for- but there isn't some magic answer. It's a peace and understanding, and completness that you might not even know was missing in your life until you have found it. It is a difference that no one can really describe until you have experienced it yourself. Words don't do it justice. It's like trying to describe the volume of gratitude or unconditional love. The only words we can say are thank you, and i love you. But does that adequatley describe our feelings? That's how it is- it's nothing that anyone can really describe to you, and have it really translate the change it makes- it's something that if you ever choose to find out, you will see- and then you can be on YA trying to describe to some sceptic how it's changed your life :)
2007-09-04 16:43:38 · answer #2 · answered by pono7 5 · 7⤊ 0⤋
Great question.
Joseph Smith said that a man will draw nearer to God by reading the book and abiding by it's principles than any other Book.
Keep in mind, Mormons don't think the Book of Mormon is better than the bible just like most don't consider the book of Mathew any better or worse than the book of Mark.
Mormons believe that the Book of Mormon was written by prophets just as the Bible was, and that both are the word of God.
The last prophet, Moroni, includes a challenge. His challenge is this. Read the book sincerely and with humility, ponder it, and then approach the Lord in humble prayer and ask him if it is true.
Assuming you believe in a Lord that answers the prayers of his children, this is a very Christian approach.
Now if the lord tells you it isn't true, then you've leaned on him yet again, and he'd given you direction in your life, and you're more knowledgeable.
If the Lord tells you it is true, then it means that there is a Prophet just like Moses on the earth today, declaring God's words to the world. It means that the Lords church exists on the earth. It means that you know where to find God's authority and God's priesthood. It means that you know more about God's plan for you. It means that you can obtain a true understanding of the nature of man, of marriage, of families, and of eternity.
But I don't want you to take my word for it.....read it sincerely, and then take Moroni up on his challenge.
2007-09-05 21:00:48 · answer #3 · answered by Ender 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I like to use an analogy. Imagine a sign with an arrow on it, nailed to a post with one nail that points the way you are supposed to go. But what happens if someone spins the arrow so it points in a different direction. The arrow represents the gospel and the nail, the Bible. The Bible contains and holds the gospel. But it can be interpretted many ways. That's why there are so many Christian churches. Now, back to the arrow, how do you keep it from being able to spin and point in any direction? Put another nail in it. With two nails, the arrow can only point in one direction and cannot be moved. The Book of Mormon is that second nail. It also holds the gospel. Those two books together are two witnesses or testaments that Jesus is the Christ.
Hope that helps
2007-09-04 14:36:10 · answer #4 · answered by Senator John McClain 6 · 8⤊ 0⤋
The Book of Mormon Clarifies "Grace" 2 Nephi 2: 4-29 -- which is much disputed by many Christian sects who only have the Holy Bible Eph 2 5-10
The Book of Mormon Clarifies "baptism of the accountable" Moroni 8:5-25 showing no need to baptize infants which is not clear in the Holy Bible and is in dispute among some Christian sects.
The Book of Mormon Clarifies Who are the "Other Sheep" from John 10:16 -- 3 Nephi 15:21-22
Shows that God did not lose the 10 tribes of Israel but Jesus is their Master too.
Just to name 3
D
2007-09-04 18:10:34 · answer #5 · answered by Dionysus 5 · 7⤊ 0⤋
I read the BOM first, so it was my first "taste" of God.
It taught me faith: whatever the Lord commands I am able to do. (See 1 Nephi 3:7 - my favourite scripture as a teenager.)
The Book of Mormon is a cohesive, chronological story from beginning to end. This clarifies some of the patterns that a civilization is prone to take in regards to worshiping God, receiving blessings, and then becoming prideful, and falling away from truth. It clarifies the concept of "the pride cycle."
The Book of Mormon also contains truths and parables not found in the Bible, which help people to better know how to create a personal relationship with God. For instance, in Alma chapter 32, Alma compares faith to a seed, and shows us how we can experiment to know the truth of God's word. Moroni chapter 7 also teaches how to know what is true, regardless of its source.
The BOM really clarifies the mission of the Holy Spirit (and the Doc and Cov clarify it even further). This gives us great freedom to explore, without fear of being deceived.
We use the Bible, BOM etc hand in hand, and we usually only make any comparison between the two when people ask questions like this. We respect God's Word... both the old and the new. We accept that revelation from God is an ongoing process and we rejoice in the living Saviour, who still speaks to us today.
God bless. xo
2007-09-04 15:02:54 · answer #6 · answered by MumOf5 6 · 8⤊ 0⤋
Hmm. How many languages do you speak, by the way? Because I know English and Spanish, I feel the world is at least twice as accessible to me, because not only do I understand the English speakers, but I also understand the Spanish speakers and their culture. It mystifies me why Christians would only want to read one book by God's prophets, when there are two (or more). If you have two testaments of Jesus Christ, you have 2 legs to stand on instead of just balancing on one. Think of it - two major books of scripture prove Jesus is the Christ, because true prophets testify of Jesus Christ. If all the Christians realized how strong their position would be with two books of Jesus Christ, how much more of the ways God answers prayers, how much more He is willing to do miracles among those who obey Him, how much the Book of Mormon helps readers identify modern trends in the American continent today (and not just the Old World, where the Bible took place), they would be standing in line to get a copy of the Book of Mormon. Have a happy day, and I send you a gummy bear.
2007-09-04 21:55:40 · answer #7 · answered by Cookie777 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Growing up I had read the Bible many times and didn't find the peace that I wanted to feel. Even though I was baptized into the church when I was 8, I didn't believe. Then I realized that there were more interpratations then there are stars, when it comes to the Bible.
In High School my High School sweety invited me to read the Book of Mormon, I did so. For the first time I felt at peace, The Book of Mormon answered several questions that I had concerning God and other things.
The Book of Mormon will bring peace and understanding to those who prayerfully read it.
2007-09-04 15:55:09 · answer #8 · answered by newwellness 3 · 8⤊ 0⤋
The Book of Mormon can change your life. There are many truths and doctrines further expounded upon that are not in the bible or that aren't as well explained as in the Book of Mormon. We do believe it is important to use both books, not just one or the other, to build a stronger relationship with the Savior. The Bible is wonderful. The Book of Mormon is wonderful, both testify and teach of Christ.
2007-09-04 14:14:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 10⤊ 0⤋
Edit:
The Book of Mormon can't DO anything for you, much like the Bible can't DO anything for you. They are inanimate objects and as such have no control or power over anything or anyone. However, if you take the teachings of each book and apply them to your life, then, maybe, just maybe, your actions will show those around you what you believe. And after that, maybe, just maybe, you will realize that it's not the books doing anything for you, but yourself learning to love those around you and therefore treating them with respect - as you yourself would probably expect from others.
2007-09-04 14:38:06 · answer #10 · answered by socmum16 ♪ 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
If you were to actually read it, you might be able to answer your own question.
But, I will give it a stab.
2 Corinthians 13:1 This is the third time I am coming to you. In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established
In a court of law, one witness is ok. Two witnesses are usually required. and if you have three or more, that's even better.
The Book of Mormon just compliments the Bible, and brings more of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Read it and see! You can read it online for free.
2007-09-03 15:04:43 · answer #11 · answered by mormon_4_jesus 7 · 10⤊ 1⤋