http://www.answerbag.com/profile/298850 New Answerbag answers from Mike Astill Tue, 29 May 2012 18:15:46 -0700 Tue, 29 May 2012 18:15:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12216404 Will all Mormon's automatically vote for Romney?<br /><br />No. He will likely get a majority of Mormon votes, but there are plenty of staunch Democrats in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who will vote for Obama, Harry Reid being most prominent among them. Mon, 28 May 2012 16:22:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12216404 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12206180 Thank God, God is formless! Had He been in any form, then God would be bound by time and space - Your thoughts pls?<br /><br />I disagree. God the Father has a form. He has a glorified body of flesh and bone and as the bible says, we were created in His image. If we were created in His image, that means we look like Him and He looks like us. We, however, are fallen and imperfect. He is perfect, all-knowing, and... Fri, 25 May 2012 12:22:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12206180 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12205292 Do all Mormons hate unions?<br /><br />No, we don't. Americans should be grateful to unions. If it wasn't for unions, we wouldn't enjoy a 5 day/40 hour work week. Many of the benefits and safety regulations we have today in the work force are because of unions. We have child labor laws in place today because of unions. However,... Fri, 25 May 2012 07:39:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12205292 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12203214 which of the following types of music do u find the hardest to listen to ?<br /><br />I really like classical music. Of the other 4 groups, I can tolerate and appreciate a song here or there, but I generally don't listen to any of those genres on a regular basis. I probably listen to Jazz the least. Thu, 24 May 2012 15:09:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12203214 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12200407 D&C 132:1 or Jacob 2:24: They can't both be true. Which one is God's word?<br /><br />Here's a nice long cut and paste for you to study on this topic: Q. How do you explain this direct contradiction found in the LDS scriptures: Jacob 2:24, which says that David and Solomon’s wives and concubines were “abominations” to the Lord and D&amp;C 132:39, which says David’s... Wed, 23 May 2012 17:09:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12200407 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12194327 Why is there a general belief that in order to be good,or to seen as being good, one has to embrace religion?<br /><br />I don't believe that. I am very religious, but I readily admit that those of us who practice a religious faith do not have a monopoly on goodness. It's quite arrogant when we act like we do. Mon, 21 May 2012 20:26:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12194327 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12185477 I don't want to participate in prayers at the fire station. What laws help me with this?<br /><br />There is a law that protects both of you. It's called the constitution of the United States. They have the right to pray. You have the right not to pray. You can't force them into silence. They can't force you into participation. It's a really great law. You should read up on it. The... Sat, 19 May 2012 06:41:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12185477 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12183037 Anything biblically wrong with ONLY fantisizing of beastiality, and watching videos and pics of it BUT NEVER EVER doing it??<br /><br />Every act starts with a thought. That is why Christ warned in Matthew 5:28 that if we "lust after a woman", or in other words if we fantasize about committing adultery with her, we have committed adultery already in our heart. That's not good. It's best to stay away from that stuff. Fri, 18 May 2012 10:46:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12183037 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12153753 How can Mormons add, and follow, Joseph Smith's teachings yet call themselves Christian?<br /><br />I'm a Mormon. With all due respect, why do you assume that I don't have a personal, dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ? I know that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and that we are saved and redeemed through His mercy and grace. Joseph Smith can't save me. I don't pray to Joseph Smith, nor... Tue, 08 May 2012 17:17:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12153753 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12150701 I just started my first job three weeks ago, and I already managed to get of my boss' bad side. What can I do to get on her good side?<br /><br />If she felt you were talking too much and not doing enough, maybe you should stop talking and start doing something. Not to be rude, but "duh!". The fact you had to come here and ask what you should do does not bode well for your future employment prospects. Mon, 07 May 2012 18:26:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12150701 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12150356 IF Jesus/God are the same entity, then WHO did Christ cry out to from the cross, when he said, "Father, forgive them...?"<br /><br />They are not the same entity. God the Father and God the Son--Jesus Christ--are two separate personages and they both have glorified bodies of flesh and bone. The Holy Spirit is a personage of spirit and is also separate from both the Father and the Son. The Three are perfectly united and are... Mon, 07 May 2012 16:14:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12150356 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12149475 Is Religion good for children?.<br /><br />It depends greatly on the religion, but generally speaking, yes. Mon, 07 May 2012 11:44:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12149475 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12149440 Do you correct people's grammar/spelling?<br /><br />The only time I think it is necessary is when it is my wife or one of my kids that is speaking incorrectly. I don't want anyone in my family to sound dumb. I can control that. I can't do much for someone else who sounds dumb. Mon, 07 May 2012 11:36:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12149440 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12148952 Do Mormons regard their religion as Christian?<br /><br />Mormons believe that it is only through the Atonment of Jesus Christ that mankind can be saved and redeemed from sin and death. We believe He is the only begotten son of the Father, and is therefore God. We differ with mainstream Christianity in that we don't believe in the Trinity as taught by... Mon, 07 May 2012 08:44:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12148952 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12148908 Are there any Mormon here? Can anyone who are in Mormonism tell me what they believe?<br /><br />I am one. There are a few others who are regulars on Answerbag. Go to www.mormon.org to learn what we believe. From there, feel free to ask anything you want and we will do our best to answer you. Mon, 07 May 2012 08:22:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12148908 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12148877 In which book does it say Satan is a fallen angel?<br /><br />Isaiah 14:12-19 Mon, 07 May 2012 08:10:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12148877 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12142957 im 17 right now i will turn 18 in july 3 and im dating an older man he is 48 is that llegal?<br /><br />Whether it is legal or not, it is not very wise. It is not normal for a 48 year old to emotionally attracted to a 17 year old. It is not normal for a 17 year old to be physically and emotionally attracted to a 48 year old. I would suggest you get some counseling from a licensed professional... Sat, 05 May 2012 13:16:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12142957 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12142915 Are there any good men on AB<br /><br />Yes. Sat, 05 May 2012 13:06:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12142915 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12142907 Despite our superficial differences, are not all people basically the same from which ever country they come from?<br /><br />I believe on a very basic level that all humans are good. I don't believe a child is born on this earth inherently evil. I also believe that humans, for the most part, want to love and be loved. Those are the universal things we all share. Other than that, we are very different. (and that is... Sat, 05 May 2012 13:04:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12142907 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12142882 Is not paying tithes a sin?<br /><br />If you worked all year long and only made $10, and then went to a church and only gave $1 to the pastor for the year, the pastor would think you were being selfish. However, under the law of tithing, that $1 is just as valid and has just as much worth as $100 million dollars that a billionaire... Sat, 05 May 2012 12:52:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12142882 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12136954 Have you ever noticed that atheists seem to know more about religions than theists?<br /><br />Atheists, Jews, and Mormons are the most knowledgeable about other religions. Click <a data-lk="http://pewresearch.org/pubs/1745/religious-knowledge-in-america-survey-atheists-agnostics-score-highest" target="_blank">here</a> to see the Pew Research study that confirms this. Thu, 03 May 2012 17:32:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12136954 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12136939 Should prospective US citizens be required to renounce Islam?<br /><br />Absolutely not. Thu, 03 May 2012 17:27:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12136939 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12134190 If there is only one true religion why do so many people of different faiths have such strong testimonies that what they believe is true?<br /><br />People aren't looking for the same thing. Or maybe a better way of stating it is that people find peace of mind and fulfillment in many different ways. Some people find peace of mind by attending a church that doesn't require all that much of them. You accept Jesus in your heart, and you're... Wed, 02 May 2012 21:12:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12134190 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12132393 Insurance companies illegally discriminate against their clients, BASED ON AGE. Why do they continue to get by with this?<br /><br />Well, my 10 year term life insurance policy that I took out when I was 30 is about to expire. When I go to sign up for a new one, my monthly premium will be higher. Do you know why? I ten years closer to my death, and am therefore a higher risk to insure. So they charge me a higher premium to... Wed, 02 May 2012 10:46:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12132393 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12131986 Should Mormons be allowed out of Utah, let alone into the White House?<br /><br />Well, this may come as news to you, but the majority of the membership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (a.k.a. Mormons) live outside of not only Utah but the United States as well. The number one language spoken in the Church is Spanish. English is second. Wed, 02 May 2012 08:58:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12131986 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12129983 A man gets a woman pregnant and she decides to have an abortion he can't do a thing legally to stop her and the child is half his. Comments?<br /><br />That is why it is best to only engage in sexual relations with somebody to whom you are legally and lawfully wedded. Tue, 01 May 2012 18:23:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12129983 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126888 How can God be the only god forever if there were gods before him and we become gods after we die?<br /><br />I don't know. That's a good question, one we likely won't get answered in this life time. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:35:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126888 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126884 If you ask God a question, how do you know if he answers it?<br /><br />Sometimes through very distinct thoughts and impressions. Other times, I have intense feelings of love in my heart. I also sometimes feel immense joy and happiness. Sometimes the answers come through other people. There are times when they come to me through scripture study. I have found... Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:32:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126884 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126871 If God wants us to all be treated equal no matter how other people treat each other than why couldn't black people hold the priesthood?<br /><br />This is a good question. It is a perplexing question for any member of the LDS Church. I have thought about it quite a bit, and I admit that it is a difficult one for me to explain or completely understand. Here are some facts that I know: In 1836, Elijah Abel, who was black, was ordained to... Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:27:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126871 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126798 Do the promises for the Book of Mormon apply to the Bible as well? If not, why?<br /><br />That's a good question. The answer is yes, you will be blessed daily if you dedicate time each day to reading the word of God, whether that is the bible or the Book of Mormon. You need to read them both regularly. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:50:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126798 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12118513 Name a song that contains a lesson or message?<br /><br />"Teach Your Children" by Crosby, Stills and Nash. "Love the One You're With" by Crosby, Stills and Nash. "Don't Give Up" by Peter Gabriel "Prayer of the Children" by Kurt Bestor "We Used to Wait" by Arcade Fire "The Wanderer" by U2 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:41:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12118513 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12114780 As a Christian, is voting for Romney actually violating scripture?<br /><br />I know your question is not intended for me (although I consider myself a Christian), but I'm glad you asked both of them because I think they are very good questions and I'm finding the answers fascinating. I don't think it is a violation of scripture to vote for someone who has religious... Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:03:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12114780 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12114705 the best boyband of all time?<br /><br />U2 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:37:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12114705 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110775 How long should Metta World Peace be suspended for his elbow to the neck/head of James Harden?<br /><br />Probably. I would have given him a 10 game suspension, but 7 games will sting too. Swinging your elbow and hitting a fellow NBA player is not the same as charging into the stands and swinging at fans. These games are also playoff games, which will really hurt the Lakers because their bench is... Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:55:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110775 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110737 Tell me what you think of this email? see below<br /><br />Not good. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:43:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110737 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110723 What's the cheapest meal that you would be willing to eat?<br /><br />I actually really like those $1 tacos they sell at the cart on the side of the road. They're yummy and cheap, but I truthfully need 3 or 4 to fill me up. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:40:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110723 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110714 If you had to join any of the military branches what would you join and why?<br /><br />Marines. Marines are cool and they know it. I don't think it is possible to be a Marine and not be cool. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:38:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110714 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110695 Jimmy Carter says he would prefer a Dem as prez but is okay with Romney because Romney doesn't have any strong beliefs. Do you agree?<br /><br />What a brilliant move. Carter is exactly right about Romney. The Republican base does not love him because he was more of a centrist as governor and not conservative enough (i.e. Romney Care). He had to take these moderate positions to get elected in liberal Massachusettes. Conservatives HATE... Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:32:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12110695 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12101768 Ann Romney says talking to women at campaign events makes her sure of victory. I wonder. Does she realize they're all Republicans?<br /><br />Rosie: Do you have a link I can read so I can put this in context? Where and when did she say this? I have a hunch you're putting your own little spin on this. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:37:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12101768 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12101755 If Obama converted to Mormonism and married 12 underage brides before the next election, whom would you vote for?<br /><br />The irony of this question is that the person in this race with the closest ties to polygamy is Barack Obama, as his father was a polygamist in Kenya. Everybody seems to conveniently gloss over that fact while they bash Romney about his polygamist roots. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:31:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12101755 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12089264 If you were a devoutly religious legislator how would cutting programs for the poor square with your religion? How would you justify it?<br /><br />I would put the burden on my church, as well as other religious and non-profit groups in the community. If someone who is able bodied and poor can sit down and look the person in the eye who is giving them charity of their own free will and choice, I'm confident that person receiving the handout... Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:14:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12089264 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085656 Just as well the Secret Services agents were bounced. Not too smart. 11 of 'em stripped of security clearance. Who hired 'em anyway?<br /><br />I'm sure this is Bush's fault. Obama is just doing the best he can. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:39:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085656 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085645 Rabid rantings excite the base with red meat to devour. It won't work in the General Election. When does Romney dump Nugent?<br /><br />What do you mean "dump" Ted Nugent? Ted Nugent has nothing to do with the Romney campaign and has the freedom to say what he wants. Romney has no power to have Nugent stop sharing his views. I know people on the Left have a knee-jerk reaction to want to silence people whom they disagree with,... Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:36:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085645 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085629 Didja hear??? Romney is gonna appoint somebody like BORK to the Supreme Court? There goes your contraceptives...<br /><br />No. What that means is that you can say goodbye to being able to force me and the other tax payers and health insurance premium payers to pay for your contraception. If you want contraception, pay for it yourself. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:30:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085629 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085619 The VP is a heartbeat/gunshot away from being President. McCain wanted Lieberman and was forced to take Palin. Will Romney be bullied too?<br /><br />McCain wasn't forced. McCain knew it was a long shot that he was going to beat Obama, so he threw up a Hail Mary hoping Palin would help him get elected, and that obviously didn't work. Romney will likely pick someone to appeal to his conservative base. I think Romney's short list for veep is... Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:25:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085619 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085603 Mitt Romney vows to end the attacks on people if he is prez. Does that include women too? He says corporations are people. Are women?<br /><br />Hi Rosie: Would you mind showing me where Mitt Romney said he believes women are not people, or where he has attacked them? I can answer your question a little easier with that information. Thanks. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:16:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12085603 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12081171 Is taking the RFID chip implant NECESSARY to serve Satan..?..<br /><br />No. He still takes checks. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 06:11:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12081171 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12075208 Were you taught to respect authority, yet you bad mouth the President now?<br /><br />Doesn't he work for us? I also seem to remember a lot of bad mouthing of Bush when he was in office. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:23:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12075208 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066136 Is the distribution of free copies of the Qur'an in Germany disturbing the religious peace in that country ?<br /><br />It shouldn't be. If the Muslim group in the article wants to exercise their freedom of speech and distribute 25 million copies of the Koran, they should be free to do it. If German citizens want to also exercise their freedom of speech and burn that Koran, or destroy it in some other way, they... Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:50:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066136 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066111 If Mormon, Catholic, Protestant are like the main christian group.......<br /><br />All of the religious groups you list will claim to be a "true" Christian faith, or in many cases THE true Christian faith. Everyone believes they have the truth, but they can't all be true. So what do you do? If I were you, I would thoroughly study all of them, and listen to their messages... Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:35:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066111 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062736 Applications For Jobless Aid Reaches 2-Month High. Is This Obama's Fault?<br /><br />If Obama was a Republican, it would absolutely be his fault and would remain his fault long after he left office. Since he is a Democrat, however, it is not his fault. He's doing everything he can. It is just the pesky economy Bush left that is causing the problems. Not Obama. Duh. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:32:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062736 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060927 What will cure my depression?<br /><br />Eat healthy foods, exercise daily, and serve others. Try it. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:04:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060927 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060913 What books do Mormons consider as the inspired word of God other than the Bible?<br /><br />There are 4 books that members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints use as canonized scripture: The Bible, The Book of Mormon, The Doctrine and Covenants, and The Pearl of Great Price. Click <a data-lk="http://www.lds.org/scriptures?lang=eng" target="_blank">here</a> for a link... Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:59:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060913 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060832 do you think its dumb to post every little thing you do on Facebook? (plz leave comment)<br /><br />Yes. It is an exercise in narcissism, in my opinion. It is hard for me to imagine that people actually think we want to know about every stupid little thing they are doing or thinking at that moment. I prefer wasting my time here on AB. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:24:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060832 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12058823 If you were to collapse in the middle of the street, do you have faith in your fellow citizen to help you?<br /><br />Yes, I do. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 06:19:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12058823 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12058820 By the time the 2012 presidential campaign is concluded how many billions will have been spent on the entire process? Grotesque isn't it?<br /><br />Grotesque? No, I wouldn't use that word. Don't get me wrong--I do agree that many politicians are corrupted by the money in politics. That's too bad. Here's the good news though: You can fire them every 2,4, or 6 years if you don't like what they're doing. That's a wonderful thing. When I... Wed, 11 Apr 2012 06:16:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12058820 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12056895 You acknowledge that the current prophet is a seer and revelator. What has he translated or revealed in the last 100 years?<br /><br />As far as revelations that are canonized, there is <a data-lk="http://www.lds.org/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/138?lang=eng" target="_blank">Section 138</a> of The Doctrine and Covenants that was a revelation of the status of those in the afterlife received in 1918 by Joseph F. Smith, the son of... Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:26:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12056895 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046881 Is friendship between 16-year-old and 10-year-old wrong?<br /><br />Not necessarily wrong. A little weird, maybe. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 16:51:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046881 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046591 Is Maria Schriver the most beautiful woman ever to exist?<br /><br />No offense, but are you blind? Sat, 07 Apr 2012 15:13:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046591 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046588 What kind of things do the US citizens protest severely?<br /><br />It depends on the citizen. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 15:12:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046588 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046585 How old are you when you are middle aged, my big sis at 42 refuses to fall in that bracket?<br /><br />Good for her. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 15:11:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046585 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046582 "My iron game is improving. So everything is headed in the right direction at the right time." - Tiger Woods I will always support him!<br /><br />Wishful thinking on Tiger's part, I must say. It's too bad. Golf is always so much more fun to watch when Tiger is playing well. I can't wait to see if Phil can keep it going on Sunday. His putter was on fire today. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 15:09:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046582 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046514 Why is it that everyone hates Tiger Woods?<br /><br />I will always be a fan of Tiger Woods. Even if he never won another tournament, he will be considered one of the greatest gofers of all time. You can make the argument that Tiger has done more for the overall game of golf than even Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. The fat million-dollar plus... Sat, 07 Apr 2012 14:47:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046514 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046389 Is this also Easter for Mormons?<br /><br />Yes. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (a.k.a. Mormons) celebrate the resurrection of the Savior during Easter. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 13:58:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046389 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12045861 Why are you listening to non-english songs?<br /><br />Because music from Brazil is some of the greatest music in the world. That's why. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 10:30:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12045861 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12042653 Do you think God knew that Job would be loyal to Him? Why did He allow Satan to devistate Job then?<br /><br />So that Job himself would know that he would remain loyal to God. Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:47:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12042653 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12040569 would you sleep with a total stranger for 1 million dollars?<br /><br />Yes. I would climb into bed with that stranger, turn off the lights, and go right to sleep. After I was done sleeping with the stranger, I would wake up, collect my check and go home. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:34:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12040569 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12040545 Do you put your Preacher up in a fancy home and new cars?<br /><br />No. The local leaders in my faith (I'm a Mormon) are called from the congregation and voluntarily serve without pay. A bishop is the equivalent of a pastor, and leads a group of members living within a geographical boundary consisting of 200-600 people, called a "ward". A bishop usually serves... Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:26:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12040545 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12038193 If you were having a party and could have any band, group, or singer in the world perform, what band, group, or singer would you pick?<br /><br />My favorite band is U2, but if it was for a party, I would probably go with Elton John and/or John Mayer. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 06:50:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12038193 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12036805 What is the greatest sports movie of all time?<br /><br />All time greatest: Rudy A close second: Hoosiers Third: Field of Dreams/Remember the Titans (tie) Honorable Mentions: Cinderella Man, Rocky, Miracle, Slapshot Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:31:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12036805 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12036789 What time is it on your biological clock?<br /><br />Well, I'm 40. My body feels like it is 60, but my mind still swears that I'm 25. So I have no idea what time it is on my clock. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:27:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12036789 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12036777 My girlfriend left me 6 months ago; some furniture she left behind. Now she is saying I need to finish paying for the furniture!<br /><br />She is responsible for it if she signed the papers. Tell her to come pick it up, and be nice and help her as best you can. Also, be careful not to spill anything on it. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:23:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12036777 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12036765 How bad would it be if Santorum were to lose in Pennsylvania Primary?<br /><br />Well, he already lost his senate seat there in a landslide a few years ago, so it wouldn't be a huge shock if Romney won. It's almost impossible to catch Romney now anyway. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:18:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12036765 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12033656 How many languages do you speak? Which ones? (And by speak I mean being able to have an actual conversation)<br /><br />I speak English as my first language and Portuguese. I'm not quite as fluent in Portuguese as I used to be, but I can still have a basic conversation. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:41:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12033656 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12033047 Why do people who use sporting events as an excuse to commit vandalism get referred to as fans in the media?<br /><br />Because they are fanatical. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 14:10:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12033047 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12030914 What religion other than your own, have you taken the time to study and learn about?<br /><br />I've done quite a bit of reading on the Jehovah's Witnesses. There are many good JW's here on AB that have helped me to understand their faith a bit more. Lots of good, faithful Jehovah's Witnesses out there. I have a lot of respect for them. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 21:44:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12030914 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028391 Mormons speak of "our heavenly father". So does this mean " a humanoid, male god", or a creator source energy within all?<br /><br />Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (a.k.a. Mormons) believe that God, our Heavenly Father, possesses a glorified, resurrected body of flesh and bone. We also believe that Jesus Christ possesses the same type of body. We believe that we are created in the image of God. ... Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:06:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028391 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028375 Have you listened to any of the Mormon conference speeches of this weekend?<br /><br />I listened to all 5 sessions. It was a great weekend. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:02:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028375 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028369 faith,family,>relief society women work in the Mormon church> directed by the Prophet's vision.Women CANT have divine visions.why?<br /><br />They absolutely can have divine visions. Women are just as entitled to receive revelation for their particular stewardship as men are. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:00:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028369 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028366 "the prophet has been endowed with special powers to hear messages of god"(mormon).The prophet elected by humans to be a prophet, right?<br /><br />No. There are no elections to any office in the LDS Church. From the person who is asked to serve in the nursery, all the way up to the president of the Church, who we believe is a living prophet, we believe all are called by God through his authorized leaders here on earth, and then they... Mon, 02 Apr 2012 06:58:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028366 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028338 Mormons baptize passed on people who were atheists. Is this right? You know how they get the information of people ? Here it is:<br /><br />Mormons baptize deceased people of just about every creed, not just Atheists. We do not believe that people who are posthumously baptized automatically become Mormons on the other side. We hope they do, but we believe they still have the freedom to reject the ordinance if they so desire. The... Mon, 02 Apr 2012 06:50:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12028338 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12024609 Why don't people understand separation of church & state? & why don't people accept that not everyone wants their religion?<br /><br />You're right--many people to misinterpret what separation of church and state means. Many people think that there can be no religious expression if it has anything to do with government, and they are wrong. The Constitution specifically says "Congress shall make no law respecting an... Sat, 31 Mar 2012 21:43:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12024609 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12023941 What happens if I eat too much junk foods?<br /><br />You get fats. Sat, 31 Mar 2012 18:03:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12023941 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12019473 How comfortable are you with dealing with the call of nature when you are in an unfamiliar environment? Does it depend on the environment?<br /><br />It doesn't depend as much on the familiarity of the environment, as it does on the urgency of the call. As the urgency of the call increases, my insistence the environment be familiar decreases. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:05:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12019473 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12007686 Do Mormons still believe when they die they will become Gods and given their own planet?<br /><br />When the bible says that we are heirs of God, we take that literally. Just as a son inherits all things from his father, we believe that we are literally created in the image of God and are "heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also... Mon, 26 Mar 2012 19:07:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12007686 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11998352 Is Derrick Rose of the NBA team, The Chicago Bulls overrated?!<br /><br />No. Dude's a stud. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:12:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11998352 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11998345 Watching NCAA men's basketball tonight. What is the arc inside the keyhole underneath the basket?<br /><br />If you're going to try and take a charge on defense, your feet need to be outside that arc to get the call. If you stand in to take the charge and your foot is on the line or behind the arc, you will automatically get called for a blocking foul for being under the basket and the shooter will get... Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:10:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11998345 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11998338 Adams or Callaway? Which is best brand for golf?<br /><br />Callaway, for sure. Although Adams probably has the best hybrids in the industry. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:08:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11998338 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11984439 I've noticed the R party likes guns but hates abortions. What if women started giving themselves abortions with guns?<br /><br />If guns were being used for abortions, I suspect members of the "D" party would gleefully join the NRA and demand the government provide funds for the ammo. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:31:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11984439 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11976919 Why have Jehovah's Witnesses changed their questions required for their baptism?<br /><br />Why? Because it is their religion and they can run it however they want. Sat, 17 Mar 2012 12:30:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11976919 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11975102 Have you ever LOST IT playing golf<br /><br />Yes. Once. Worst day of golf of my life. I literally could not hit the ball. I blew up and threw my 5 iron as far as I could. My friend who was with me still reminds me how wrong it was for me to throw my club like I did. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:51:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11975102 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974953 Is this still part of Mormon doctrine?"When our father Adam came in the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought<br /><br />The so-called "Adam-God Theory" has never been Mormon doctrine. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have never believed that Adam is God, nor has it ever been taught as such. It was likely transcribed incorrectly as Brigham Young gave this talk. I know people will argue... Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:03:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974953 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974524 Man on rampage stabs 4. Does that indicate an obvious need for knife-control legislation?<br /><br />No. It indicates an obvious need for more parents to stay home with their children, spend more time with them, love them, teach them good principles, and read them more books. Stabbings and other crimes would be reduced dramatically. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:19:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974524 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974454 Is this still Mormon Doctrine? ..."Christ was the God,the Father of all things...Behold, I am Jesus Christ. I am the Father and the Son"<br /><br />Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that God the Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and The Holy Ghost are the three members of the Godhead. We believe that they are three separate and distinct glorified beings. God the Father and God the Son, Jesus Christ, both... Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:55:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974454 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974091 What's your opinion on the music of today?<br /><br />It is very, very good. I think with the advent of the internet, iPods, and smartphones, it has never been easier for a talented garage band to get discovered or for the average consumer to buy really good music. And since I don't have to spend $18 and buy the whole album to hear the one song I... Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:15:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974091 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974065 What do you think when you hear pompous nerds spouting off information about computers?<br /><br />I'm grateful there are people out there who understand how these complex machines work. These complex machines really make my life much easier, and I'm thankful for that. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:04:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11974065 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11973788 Yes, 98% of women use birth control... Presumably, SOME are Republicans. But, would you right wingers RATHER they didn't?<br /><br />I don't care who uses contraception and I don't want to make it illegal. Just don't force me to provide it to others. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:30:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11973788 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11971309 Which US state has the most annoying shape?<br /><br />Florida, of course. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 18:58:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11971309 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11969931 What is the difference between a Mormon and a Jehovas Witness ?<br /><br />I've already answered a question on this topic here: http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/2526779 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:58:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11969931 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11967552 Today is Pi day in New York. Which is your favorite Pie?<br /><br />3.14159265 with a heaping scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:46:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11967552