That's like choosing between the devil and the deep blue sea.
2007-12-13 09:20:13
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answer #1
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answered by Anonymous
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Depends on who you ask. However, I dug deeper into Mormonism and this is what they believe that they wont tell you up front:
*Jesus is the brother of the devil
*Jesus visited the Americas after he was resurrected
* God had real PHYSICAL sex with Mary on earth (contradicts the "Immaculate Conception" held by christians)
* Native Americans are really Israelites (tho modern science has proven they are related to Asians)
* When you die, you will have your wife and you will have sex numerous times and inhabit your own planet and become a god (in essence, you will become equal with God)
* You will be judged by God, Jesus, and the Prophet Joseph Smith
* You have to wear certain undergarments in order to be "pure"
* Those who are 19 or older MUST serve a "mission" (Go out on your own trying to convert people. You also MUST pay your travely and living expenses out of your OWN pocket)
* No caffeine (coffee, tea, soda, etc), drugs, or tobacco
* They believe in baptism of the dead (Which would, in my opinion, contradict the "Final Judgement" by God)
If you ask a Mormon, they will tell you that they are the "one true church on the face of the earth" founded by Joseph Smith in 1830 after publishing the "Book of Mormon".
You will have to decide up front if you want to base your beliefs on faith or reason. Other Christians will dismiss the Mormon faith, as the Book of Mormon contradicts many parts of the bible. So if you want to base your beliefs on reason, then you will have a very difficult time the Mormon faith with other "mainstream christians".
If, on the other hand, you believe faith is stronger, then you probably would be a good member of the mormon church
The first 3 come out of the protestant reformation, which believe that the Catholic Church wasn't doing God's will
The Catholic Church is the earliest form of Christianity. Therefore, many Catholics believe it to be the "true church" as it is the earliest. However, there are catholic teachings that ppl dont like such as
* Cant have sex using artificial means
* Marriage is forever, you cant get a divorce
2007-12-17 04:54:01
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answered by clarix 3
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The best way is to read the bible and see what the bible says and teaches and then see which of these churches follow it.
There are two ordinances given to the church, baptism and The Lord’s Supper. These are not sacraments. That is, they have no ability to bring about salvation. In Luke 22:19. Jesus said, in reference to the Lord's Supper, "This do in remembrance of me." Some religions offer the bread and declare it to become the actual presence and body of Christ. However, we do not remember someone who is present but someone who is absent. The bread is only a symbol of His body that was broken for us on the cross. The cup is symbolic of His blood that He shed for our sin. Both are to be taken to remember what He did for us until He comes again for us. I Corinthians 11:24-29.
Baptism is to show that you have become a Christian, and the Lord’s Supper is to remember the Lord Jesus and what He has done for us until He comes again. These are to be exercised by believers only.
There were several gifts given to people for the purpose of ministering to the early local church that are listed in Ephesians. 4:7-8, 11. Since we have received the completed revelation of God’s Word in the Bible, the gifts of Apostles and prophets have ceased. Revelations and prophecies are no longer needed. Though some may declare to have a revelation or prophecy, it is a lie. In fact, any additional or contrary revelations are condemned. Revelation 22:18-19.
Every church is a local autonomy, and there is an organized structure within the local church, which includes deacons and bishops or elders (pastors) who are to lead, teach and shepherd the sheep. I Timothy 3:1-15. There is also authority given to the church to exercise discipline and dismiss people who choose to live in sin. I Corinthians 5:11-12
I am sure if you really want to find the true Church you will and Jesus is the foundation and no other foundation will stand.
2007-12-13 09:27:09
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answered by Wally 6
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To quote Coca Cola "I love my church" that is the exact problem with the mormon church. Members love the church not God. It really doesn't matter what church you got to. The ones you listed are christian, they have minor different views on babtisms and the Lords Supper. The main thing is that you worship God and you trust your salvation in only him. As long as you stay away from the mormon church you shouldn't have a problem with that.
2007-12-17 03:39:31
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answered by averagegolfer3 3
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I would advise you to go to each one of those church denominations and see if they teach God's word. If they don't, they aren't worth going to. It doesn't really matter where you go to church as long as the truth is being taught. From the research I have done I can say that Mormons and Catholics focus on the wrong things. I wouldn't suggest them. But it's really all about Jesus and if you find a church that teaches his word you'll be in good shape.
Good luck and God bless!
2007-12-13 09:40:35
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answered by Paul N 1
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With those five choices listed, there is no question that the best church of those five is Baptist.
However, you need to find a good Baptist church since not all Baptists are created equal.
Other excellent church groups would include names like:
Assembly of God
Calvary Chapel
Church of God
Foursquare
Vineyard
There are also lotsof good churches which are not affiliated with any denomination.
If you or anyone else for that matter, are willing to share your zipcode with me, I'll suggest some good churches for you in your local area.
Below is a link to 50 good denominations:
Pastor Art
2007-12-13 10:04:37
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answered by Anonymous
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Well the witch church is a cult they call wicans :-) the rest all turn to Jesus so its all up to you what you think is the most accurate in thier practise and teaching
2007-12-13 09:54:42
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answered by the only 1 hobo 5
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I am a Catholic, and since we were the first Christian faith, I tend to think it is the best.
However, Protestants tend to disagree. But I don't think it really matters which religion you are in. Would God really matter if you are Bible Baptist or not, as long as you are a good person?
P.S. Say what you want about Mormons, they are, as a religion, the nicest people I have ever met. Generally speaking, of course.
2007-12-13 09:24:16
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answered by Free Thinker A.R.T. ††† 6
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Everyone needs to get their own answer. We are moving toward the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, however, and what is important is to know what God's will is for you. Reach out to those around you where you are at. Don't forget to study and pray.
2007-12-13 10:59:53
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answered by Cookie777 6
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As a believer I would choose a church, whose teachings
are centred on JESUS CHRIST in all aspects of its Biblical
teachings.
2007-12-13 09:28:22
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answered by Anonymous
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That isn't a question you should be asking humans. They are so imaginative and evil you can't get a straight answer from them. As an LDS pre-missionary said, "Ask God."
That's Joseph Smith did. That's what Gordon B. Hinkley did. That's what I did, and that is what YOU should do.
To answer your question. The last.
2007-12-13 10:52:06
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answered by Anonymous
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