Why do Mormons claim to be saints?

Question

When someone comes amongst them that has serious problems, they can do nothing?

Answer 1

The word saint is a translation of a Greek word also rendered “holy,” the fundamental idea being that of consecration or separation for a sacred purpose; but since what was set apart for God must be without blemish, the word came to mean “free from blemish,” whether physical or moral. In the N.T. the saints are all those who by baptism have entered into the Christian covenant (see Acts 9: 13, 32, 41; Rom. 1: 7; 1 Cor. 1: 2; Philip. 1: 1; 1 Pet. 1: 14-15).

Answer 2

are you talking like miracles or something? we are not literaly "saints" in the same way catholicism and others view saints. Saints means that you have been baptized in the christian covenant. as far as helping... they were the first organization present and helping after katrina, even before fema- they were a huge force in the tsunami victims-they and the red cross were singled out as key resources to supplies, volunteer and organization for the california fires, we have a worlwide welfare program, various instiutions for drug, alcohol and other abuses, each member is assigned a family to help if things go wrong, lend a ear to talk etc. ask any member who has ever been sick, or hospitalized, or any type of tragedy- within hours there is usually people already scheduled to take meals to the family, baby-sitters lined up, people coming to help the sick person whether with medicine, or just company-cleaning house- and you know what else- we are not exclusive to only helping only our members- we make oursleves and our resources available to all those who need it. so what's your idea of nothing? oh and we also have the priesthood, in which worthy holders can administer a priesthood blessing- which in some cases is worth more than anything else anyone can do for someone.

Answer 3

You're confusing the Catholic definition of "saint" with the New-Testament definition. In the New Testament, "saint" just means a member of Christ's church.

See http://www.allaboutmormons.com for more information about Mormonism.

Answer 4

I think you already have some good answers. If a needy person, one with serious problems, comes to our church and wants help, we will listen and give counsel and render what help we can. It is our intention to help people to help themselves where possible. In other words, let's look at what you are doing in your life that can be changed for the better. What can you do to improve your own lot in life? We will help you to get to that point where you can take care of yourself again. We do focus first on those of our own faith that need help but certainly extend our help to all needy people. I noticed this morning that the Church sent tens of thousands of water bottles to Tennessee where the town was reported as not having any water. The mayor said that they will hold that shipment in reserve for the time when they are no longer able to buy water from their neighbors. Our welfare system ships aid all over the world to those that need it. We have job counselling, addiction counselling, marriage counselling, etc.
Saints indicates that we have taken upon ourselves the covenant of baptism and taken upon ourselves the name of Christ, to be part of His family. We are striving to become like Him. Mind you we aren't there yet, but that is our goal. The latter-day designation is to distinguish today's members from the members in Christ's own day.

Answer 5

it depends on what the problem is, and the word saint means member, it does not mean perfect in this case. what kind of serious problems,

Answer 6

I don't understand your objection to the term. "The older term for saint is martyr, meaning someone who would rather die than give up their faith, or more specifically, witness for God."

I am not a nut case! Personally, I will never give up my beliefs. I would rather be killed than to deny my faith. That is how strongly I believe in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. My eternal salvation is what is important and I can not deny my testimony!

Answer 7

We are not perfect in any means., but we are striving to be as the Savior expects of us.

what serious problem you say LDS do not help on?

LDS are not problem solvers, we help 'needy" people to be self reliant, self sustaining citizens. We do have the right to focus our resource to those that really need it, and not those that do not help them selves

Answer 8

The first 2 answers got it as best as it can be said. :)

Answer 9

'saint' just means those who have covenanted with God through baptism.

as for 'problems'. the LDS church has one of the most efficient welfare systems around, provide social service counseling, fellowshipping, etc........in my experience they truly try to help with problems.