In 1996, I went through all the missionary lessons and got b aptized in the church. I received the Aaronic Priesthood and all was well. I then started my own private research on the history of the church. This process filled me with doubt and dissapointment. After much reflection and a painfull battle within myself, I […] (June 11, 2009, 6 comments)
I have been visiting with missionaries, and I can’t help but be drawn to what they say and what I have read. But I fear that even though I have such a great pull to the teachings that I am not going to be able to continue having mormons vist my house. See I am […] (June 11, 2009, 4 comments)
I have been meeting with missionaries, and I like what they say and I love reading the Book of Mormon. Even though I have been praying to know if it is true I have not got that “yes it is” felling yet. What do you think the problem is? (June 11, 2009, 2 comments)
How can I Join the Church? The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has brought peace and meaning into the lives of millions. Hundreds of thousands of people join the Church every year. If you’d like to join, simply follow these five easy steps: Learn more about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Research reputable church-related sites like […] (June 8, 2009, 15 comments)
My Mormon Friend Pretended. A statue of Jesus Christ at temple square in Salt Lake City. My Mormon friend pretended to me that she was just a Christian for 8 months!? (I am Christian) She never told me the truth because she thought I would not like her any more. She thought that I would not execpt her religeon. […] (June 1, 2009, 1 comment)
Cause the Deaf to Hear. The Book of Mormon has been translated into many languages. I knew Joseph Smith was a prophet when I was having a hard night and feeling sorry for myself because I was losing my hearing due to medical complications. I had been reading my Book of Mormon, as best as I could remember, daily and […] (June 1, 2009)
“Church History is Threatening my Testimony” Background Interesting stonework from the Mormon Nauvoo temple. The Church is not a historical society. Its mission is to bring people to Christ; to this end, it draws upon its rich history in search of stories that build faith. Contrary to anti-Mormon claims, the Church does not hide its history; search lds.org, and you’ll find […] (June 1, 2009, 2 comments)
My wife and I have returned to the church after 14 years and our 11 year old son has taken “wings” and is doing well with primary and activities, and will be baptized in July when he turns 12. Our 17 year old daughter is not participating willfully, and refuses to attend services and activities. […] (May 29, 2009, 4 comments)
Being a scholar yourself, what is your opinion of FARMS? Do you believe it to be scholarly credible? How would you respond to accusations of circular reasoning, arguments ad hominem, and a strong confirmation bias? (May 29, 2009, 2 comments)
I have been a member all my life, and always have had a very strong testimony. But, I am having a very difficult time reconciling my testimony with the history of the church (my sources have been scholarly: example- Richard Bushman). Do you believe everything the prophets have said and done are right and guided […] (May 27, 2009, 3 comments)
Hello, my name is Felipe, I’m 16 and I’m from São Paulo, Br azil, and I have a question about “eating”. That’s: I can’t drink tea, ok. But all tea? I can’t drink apple tea or ginger tea? I went to the doctor and he told me to drink ginger tea! So, what do I do? […] (May 24, 2009, 2 comments)
How I Learned to Respect Other Religions. I learned to respect other religeons by remembering that Jesus came not to condemn the world, but to save it. Would he want war or friendship umungst his children? I want to go away from this earth having not done evil, but having done good to others that are chasing God’s will too. Even my […] (May 18, 2009)
What language were the golden plates actually written in and how did Joseph Smith junior possibly translate a language that he didn’t even know? Also where did he find it – he said an angel gave it to him, but doesn’t that sound crazy? And some of the Book of Mormon sounds as though the […] (May 18, 2009, 1 comment)
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a Hundred Years from Now. Recently, someone asked me about my vision of the church a hundred years from now. I thought that was a very interesting question! I’m no prophet, nor do I truly know “all about the Mormons,” but let me venture a guess anyway. The People In a hundred years, there will be between 50 and 100 […] (May 17, 2009, 1 comment)
In the LDS church you are supposed to work toward getting se aled in the temple. What is the difference between marrying a non member, never getting sealed but continuing to live a happy life as an active member and never getting married to anyone at all. When you die wouldn’t it be the same thing, […] (May 11, 2009, 3 comments)
Do mormons believe in demons? I was a mormon for 20 years, b orn and raised, and I never heard about any demons aside from the ones in the Bible that Jesus cast out. Are there just… not any demons in the mormon theology? (May 11, 2009, 4 comments)
Are you Suffering from Depression? An Apostle of Jesus Christ speaks about depression Depression is a major problem both in and out of the church. About 10% of the human population has a depressive episode at least once during their lifetime. Dear friends, I hope this article will help those of you who suffer from depression to find peace and […] (May 4, 2009, 2 comments)
What if you haven’t confessed to your bishop all your past s ins like having sex, but you have already gone through the process of repentance and it’s abeen a couple of years passed.. And you feel the blessings and guidance of the Holy Ghost again. Do you still need to confess to your bishop and […] (May 3, 2009, 3 comments)
A Hmong Funeral. I’m something of a lay clergyman in a small San Diegan branch of Hmong Mormons. The Hmong are an oppressed minority in Laos. Because of the violence in their homeland, some fled to the United States, where many encountered Mormonism. Recently, there was a death in our branch. We’ll all miss sister Tong Yang. The […] (April 27, 2009)
Feeling the Spirit in Unexpected Places. I recently watched a video of Susan Boyle’s first performance on “Britain’s Got Talent,” Britain’s version of “American Idol.” God taught me an important lesson through this seemingly secular video. When Susan Boyle first came on stage, everyone thought she was so ordinary. Susan is a bit overweight and somewhat awkward looking. People smirked at […] (April 24, 2009)
The First General Authority from Sub-Saharan Africa! Joseph Wafula Sitati was recently called to be the first Mormon General Authority from Sub-Saharan Africa! Elder Sitati was called to serve in the First Quorum of the Seventy. Elder Sitati is from Kenya. He joined the church in 1986 and became the first Kenyan District President in 1989. In 1991, Joseph and his wife, […] (April 20, 2009)
I was born and raised LDS, and I, myself, am not homosexual…. I was born and raised LDS, and I, myself, am not homosexual. I do have a few homosexual friends, though. The ones I know are loving, caring, kind, and altogether upright people. This is one of the reasons I have trouble going to church. There are some there who cast a hate-filled look at, and […] (April 19, 2009, 1 comment)
I’ve been reading a lot that mormons highly respect the Jewi sh faith and see Jews as the chosen people. My question was regarding a mormon marrying a Jew. Would the Jew (and Jewish family members), be allowed in the temple at a wedding ceremony? (April 11, 2009, 1 comment)
I understand that mormons believe in the “godhead” as that t he three, Father, Son, and Spirit work together as one. Why is it then that Mormons dont believe that because God is almighty that he can not be all three at once? And what do mormons believe about Jesus? Like do they not believe that […] (April 11, 2009, 2 comments)
Where can I look up sealings that have been performed vicari ously in the temple? I turned in the names of Wilma Smith and Charles Everett Smith to be sealed vicariously to their son Jerry Lewis Smith a few years ago. Cannot find the site? Please help. And thank you very much (April 5, 2009, 1 comment)
What Happens after Death? Many wonder about life after death. The next life isn’t about fire, brimstone, pitch forks, and daemons. It isn’t about white-robbed harp players sitting on clouds for all eternity. The next life is far more awesome and inspiring than any mortal mind can imagine. It’s an eternal journey of personal progress, personal improvement. It’s about […] (April 4, 2009)
Mormons in the 24th Century? The Church recently produced an advertisement teaching that parents, specifically fathers, should spend more time with their families. Could this be a prophetic vision of Mormons in the 24th century? (March 29, 2009, 1 comment)
Urgent! Help Fight Online Pornography! Friends, An extremely important battle in the war against online pornography and crime is being fought right now, and few people are even aware of it. ICANN, the non-profit organization that regulates the Internet, recently received a petition to create a new regulatory body called the CyberSafety Constituency. Without violating the free speech and anonymity […] (March 20, 2009, 1 comment)
Need some help. Long story short, I was an inactive teenager for a couple of years. I was wild and crazy during my inactivity, but later became active, and while I was going through the repentance process, I confessed my most major sins (fornication twice), and also “heavy petting”. Due to my inactivity and only […] (March 19, 2009, 7 comments)
Are you an Inactive Member of the Church? Come Back! Are you a member of the Church who’s not attending Sunday meetings? Do you long for the sense of community, spirituality, and stability you once knew as a practicing Mormon? I frequently receive emails from inactive members of the Church who want to return. To you seekers, I want you to know that the Church […] (March 16, 2009, 27 comments)
I know that the proper term is “Latter-day Saints” rather th an “Mormon,” but most members of the church of LDS don’t find it offensive. So I guess what I’m trying to clarify to myself is this: there’s more than one “Mormon” religion, but only one Church of Latter-day Saints, so not all so-called Mormons are […] (March 12, 2009, 2 comments)
Commemorative Lilburn W. Boggs Toilet Paper. Toilet paper with Governor Boggs’ likeness imprinted on it. On October 27, 1838, then governor Lilburn W. Boggs of Missouri issued his famous “Extermination Order,” in which he stated that “the Mormons must be treated as enemies, and must be exterminated or driven from the State if necessary ”. What followed was a mass Mormon exodus […] (March 8, 2009, 2 comments)
I am currently investigating the church and pray daily on th e scriptures and my being baptized. I have a 5 month old baby girl, who if I proceed with my baptism will be raised mormon. My question is about marriage. When she is of age, and should she fall madly in love with a lovely […] (February 28, 2009, 3 comments)