http://www.answerbag.com/profile/79226 New Answerbag answers from laie_techie Wed, 30 May 2012 14:32:25 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 14:32:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12207537 Why are there so many different churches?<br /><br />People flock to other people with similar beliefs and ideals. Fri, 25 May 2012 19:20:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12207537 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12204370 Do all Mormons hate unions?<br /><br />Unions can be useful, but often they forget the needs of individual members. Thu, 24 May 2012 21:24:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12204370 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12197624 Who does the Bible state Melchizedek is? Was He an Angel or man? And did Jesus Christ our eternal High Priest make him obsolete?<br /><br />Melchizedek was a king of Salem (Salem was later renamed Jerusalem) and a high priest. Abraham paid tithes to Melchizedek. LdS interpret Hebrews 7:3 to mean that the higher priesthood was not limited to a single genealogy (as were the Levitical and Aaronic priesthoods). LdS theology teaches that... Tue, 22 May 2012 20:20:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12197624 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12191111 Why would Mormons who are employed by the government go along with the upcoming false flag attack on both coasts of the United States?<br /><br />Upcoming false flag attack? Sorry, but I've never heard of that. Perhaps you can shed some light on it? Perhaps you could also enlighten us how you came to the conclusion that /any/ Mormon would go along with a false flag attack. Perhaps you should spend less time with conspiracy theorists and... Sun, 20 May 2012 22:05:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12191111 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12189970 What is The Pope's official position on Mormonism?<br /><br />Catholicism does not recognize Mormon baptisms. Sun, 20 May 2012 14:25:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12189970 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12175364 Do you believe in evolution? Yes or no, and why?<br /><br />Evolution is the changing of the genetic composition of a population. It does NOT claim that man evolved from apes, or that apes and man share a common ancestor. Evolution is witnessed on a daily basis. Look at skin tones of people - especially the beautiful offsping of mixed-race couples. As... Tue, 15 May 2012 20:35:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12175364 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12175344 MEN: If a women ask you married her? Is that cool? or is that lame and only a man should ask?<br /><br />My fiancee proposed to me, though we both knew we wanted it. I more formally proposed a few weeks later after I bought a ring. Tue, 15 May 2012 20:29:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12175344 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12163200 Is being gay bad? please don't copy and paste Bible verses<br /><br />To be tempted is not a sin. To seek out temptation is sinful. To act on temptation or entertain temptation is sinful. Fri, 11 May 2012 18:53:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12163200 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12160395 Have you ever watched the entire original movie of the "Ten Commandments"?<br /><br />I watch it every year when Passover and Easter roll around. Thu, 10 May 2012 21:13:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12160395 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12151099 Do Mormons regard their religion as Christian?<br /><br />The official name is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Church of Jesus Christ: we believe this is Jesus' Church. We follow his teachings and recognize him as our Lord and Savior. of Latter-day Saints: the Church is composed of "saints" (followers of Jesus) living in the... Mon, 07 May 2012 21:30:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12151099 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12151056 How can Mormons add, and follow, Joseph Smith's teachings yet call themselves Christian?<br /><br />Same way as mainstream Christianity has added the Creeds to the Bible. Same way that New Testament Christians added the words of Peter, Paul, and the other Apostles, to the Old Testament and teachings of Jesus. Let's face it: only the Four Gospels occured during the lifetime of Jesus. I'll even... Mon, 07 May 2012 21:06:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12151056 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12147251 Are there any Mormon here? Can anyone who are in Mormonism tell me what they believe?<br /><br />There are several members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Please see http://www.lds.org and http://www.mormon.org for the Church's official websites. As for condensing all the teachings, doctrine, and canon of a sect into a simple answer, that's a bit difficult. Joseph Smith... Sun, 06 May 2012 19:09:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12147251 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12147244 What is the most beautiful thing in Christianity?<br /><br />For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. (read all of The Gospel According to St. John,... Sun, 06 May 2012 19:04:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12147244 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12147231 Where does the name Sariah origionate?<br /><br />It is derived from Hebrew meaning "princess of the Lord" http://www.thinkbabynames.com/meaning/0/Sariah Sun, 06 May 2012 18:59:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12147231 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12144594 What's in your Locomoco?<br /><br />Sticky rice hamburger patty Fried egg, over easy Brown gravy. It's the best I can do on the mainland :( Sat, 05 May 2012 23:44:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12144594 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12144587 What is the deal with chicken fried steak? Is it chicken? Is it steak? Or what?<br /><br />It's more properly called "country-friedsteak". It's generally beef cube-steak that has been breaded then fried. I've had some that were amazing, and others which were awful. Sat, 05 May 2012 23:40:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12144587 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12144583 Did you know a Leviathan can kill an angel?<br /><br />Leviathan is often translated as "giant". How would a leviathan (or anything else) kill something immortal, such as an angel? Do you have scriptural evidence to back up this claim? Sat, 05 May 2012 23:36:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12144583 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12133884 Should Mormons be allowed out of Utah, let alone into the White House?<br /><br />Less than 50% of the members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints live inside the USA. Only roughly 50% of Utahns belong to the LdS Church. Should a Mormon be allowed in the White House? Vote based on politics and policies, not religion. I wouldn't want Harry Reid in the White... Wed, 02 May 2012 19:34:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12133884 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126984 How do you know if you are actually seeking for truth instead of just trying to make things fit into what you want to believe?<br /><br />This question applies equally to people wanting to know whether they should join the LdS Church and to people who were born into the Church and want to discover for themselves if it is true. Non-LdS: Does all the negative stuff you've seen on the internet and sources outside the Church influence... Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:31:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126984 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126973 is it gay when your girlfriend eats your asshole?<br /><br />Um, I saw this under the "Mormon Relationship" section. From a Mormon perspective, there should be no sexual activity outside the bonds of marriage. From a general perspective, "gay" has taken on the meaning of "homosexual". If you are female and have a female perform sexual acts on you, then it... Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:22:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12126973 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12116124 Do you have a tattoo of The Madonna, the Mother of Our Lord Jesus Christ who was assumed into heaven without sin?<br /><br />The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints strongly discourages tattoos. Therefore, my body is ink-free. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:55:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12116124 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12112314 Does reading The Book of Mormon make you feel uncomfortable?<br /><br />I've read The Book of Mormon over a dozen times (ditto for the Bible). These volumes of Scripture do not make me feel unconfortable. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:35:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12112314 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12089987 How many Mormon serial killers does it take to make a dozen?<br /><br />Have you stopped beating your spouse? Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:43:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12089987 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12089956 Mormon leader Warren Jeffs has 20 wives, some of whom were as young as 12. Are they all entitled to his Social Security payments?<br /><br />Using the term "Mormon leader" when referring to Warren Jeffs is misleading, much like using the term "American" to describe someone from Canada. Warren Jeffs was (is?) revered as a prophet by members of The Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The FLDS Church is one of a... Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:34:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12089956 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12086960 when evangelizing what exact topics does one talk about?<br /><br />I served a full-time proselytizing mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Before leaving for my assigned field, I spent two months in a Missionary Training Center where I was taught a modicum of the language and how to be an effective teacher. In my day we had six six... Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:41:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12086960 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12086921 What are the golden plates for Mormons?<br /><br />First the standard disclaimer that I belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For brevity I will word this answer according to LdS teachings without the qualifier "Mormons believe" or "according to Mormonism". The history contained in the Book of Mormon starts 600 years before... Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:19:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12086921 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12086884 Is the flaming salamander real?<br /><br />You know the salamander letters were fake. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:02:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12086884 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080439 Will Jesus eventually come back and hand out new commandments on his iPad tablet computer?<br /><br />Jesus, Creator of the world and Savior of mankind, using an iPad to distribute new commandments? When Jesus comes again, it will be to end Armageddon. He will split the Mount of Olives in twain, giving a place for Israel to escape. Israel will see the marks of the crucifixion and mass convert to... Tue, 17 Apr 2012 22:15:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080439 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073800 If your son announced he will marry a 4 year old male goat, what would your primary concern be?<br /><br />It's wrong on so many levels I don't know where to begin. There's the issue of it being a goat. I mean, interspecial marriage is wrong, doubly so since the goat can't indicate its desire to enter into the marriage (or even an understanding of the question). There's an issue of it being male,... Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:31:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073416 Has anyone been through Mormon temple ceremonies and then left the church?<br /><br />Yes. People always have free will, so some will chose to leave the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, even after going through the temple. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:20:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073416 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070882 If Mormon, Catholic, Protestant are like the main christian group.......<br /><br />Wikipedia ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_denomination ) divides Christianity into 5 families of denominations: 1. Roman Catholic 2. Eastern Orthodox 3. Oriental Orthodox 4. Anglican 5. Protestant It goes on to mention other denominations which do not belong to any of those branches: *... Sat, 14 Apr 2012 23:10:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070882 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070860 What are the differece between Assemblies of God, J witness', Full Gospel and Mormon? And what are they?<br /><br />Like my friend nightcrawler said, research each one. I've been inside a worship service for the Assembleia de Deus (Assembly of God in Brazil) once, and the pastor seemed more intent on lambasting Mormonism (I was an LdS missionary at the time) than preaching the Gospel. Based on this one... Sat, 14 Apr 2012 22:56:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070860 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070825 How long did the christian holocaust on the pagans of northern europe last?<br /><br />Religious intolerance runs both ways. In Pagan Rome, one could be thrown into a lion's den or forced into the arena merely for professing a belief in Jesus Christ. This persecution lasted until Constantine "converted" and made Christianity the state religion. The witch hunts in Europe lasted... Sat, 14 Apr 2012 22:45:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070825 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12067725 Swastika building at US Coronado Navy Base... an accident?<br /><br />Why is this in the Mormonism section? Mormons didn't build it or design it. I think it's shaped that way to give more rooms a window. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:18:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12067725 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12064651 Have you every read the original New Testament - before king Constantine changed it?<br /><br />Before Constantine, there was no single New Testament. Every congregation had its own set of manuscripts it felt were inspired. These manuscripts were copied by hand, thus small variations were likely. Under Constantine, the books of the Bible were standardized. I'm not sure how many manuscripts... Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:28:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12064651 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060964 What books do Mormons consider as the inspired word of God other than the Bible?<br /><br />Others have listed our 4 volumes of Scripture (Bible, Book of Mormon, D&amp;C, and Pearl of Great Price). There is much speculation and debate about what other books are inspired. "Jesus the Christ" and "The Articles of Faith" were commissioned by the First Presidency and are probably in most... Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:23:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060964 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12058233 You acknowledge that the current prophet is a seer and revelator. What has he translated or revealed in the last 100 years?<br /><br />Not every revelation is canonized. New Scripture since 1912: D&amp;C 138 was received in 1918. Official Declaration 2 was canonized in 1978. For a list of candidates for relelation, read the First Presidency Message found in every issue of the Ensign and Liahona (excluding the General... Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:17:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12058233 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12051113 Could Solid Snake out-cqc a level 20 elf monk(D&D 3.5)?<br /><br />What does Dungeons and Dragons have to do with Mormonism's view of the afterlife? Sun, 08 Apr 2012 22:48:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12051113 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12049227 Do you generally attend "sunrise service" on Easter Sunday? Is it special to you?<br /><br />My sect doesn't do a "sunrise service" on Easter. On Easter our worship services are the same time as always. We may do something special like having the choir perform a cantata or the children pur on a program. Of coursethe hymns chosen reflect the joyous ocassion (Christ the Lord (Is Risen... Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:25:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12049227 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047940 Is this also Easter for Mormons?<br /><br />The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints celebrates Easter. In another answer, nightcrawler defends the JW faith by saying that Jesus only commanded his followers to remember his death, not his resurrection. In my mind, I think he needs to hear the LdS perspective. Jesus took upon... Sat, 07 Apr 2012 23:43:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047940 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047926 Is technology your Saviour?<br /><br />Technology has saved me from tedious and boring tasks, but only Jesus has the power to save me from the effects of sin. Technology is neither good nor evil. Each side leverages it. TV broadcasts General Conference and good wholesome shows; however there are channels dedicated to pornography. The... Sat, 07 Apr 2012 23:33:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047926 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12044467 Is a personal relationship with Christ discouraged as false doctrine by Mormons?<br /><br />LdS believe that baptism and other ordinances do not save if the recipient doesn't have a personal relationship with the Savior. Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:24:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12044467 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12044449 In case Jesus would not had been crucified, would he still had saved the human kind? Is the previous question grammatically correct?<br /><br />It would have needed to be a blood sacrifice, but it didn't HAVE to be by crucifixion. Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:17:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12044449 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12030491 What Books do the Mormon Church use to get their Doctrines? are some of the Doctrines obtained out side the official books And just made up?<br /><br />Our canon is comprised of four volumes of Scripture: 1. The Holy Bible 2. The Book of Mormon 3. The Doctrine and Covenants (D&amp;C) 4. The Pearl of Great Price Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:53:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12030491 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026417 Should Christians own guns? Why or why not?<br /><br />If it is illegal to own guns, then law-abiding Christians should not own guns. Is it wrong for Christians to own guns (assuming that gun ownership is not against the law)? I don't think so. Guns can be used for hunting, self-defense, and recreation. Sun, 01 Apr 2012 14:29:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026417 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026413 Mormons speak of "our heavenly father". So does this mean " a humanoid, male god", or a creator source energy within all?<br /><br />One interpretation of the commandment to "not take the Lord thy God's name in vain" is to not use his name with such frequency that it loses significance. This is one reason the Jews don't pronounce the tetragram, but use words like "Lord". Likewise, LdS use the term of endearment "Heavenly... Sun, 01 Apr 2012 14:26:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026413 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026406 The prophet of the Mormon church is allowed and competent to receive "revelations".If you are a woman receiving such and voicing them><br /><br />Glenn properly explains that everyone (even non-LdS!) may receive revelation and inspiration for people and situations within their sphere of stewardship. However, only the Prophet (being capitalized, this means the President of the Church) may receive revelation for the entire Church, and by... Sun, 01 Apr 2012 14:22:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026406 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026391 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 />Where did you get the information that Ancestry.com belongs to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? This is patently false. Please see the Wikipedia article on Ancestry.com ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancestry.com ) which explicit states that Ancestory.com stopped offering free... Sun, 01 Apr 2012 14:17:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026391 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026343 An easy dish I like to make for lunch before the gym is: brown pasta, tuna, and cottage cheese. What spices would be good to add? And why?<br /><br />Add thyme, ground mustard, and celery seeds. Thyme has citrus notes which compliment the tuna. For a kick, add cayenne pepper. Sun, 01 Apr 2012 13:56:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12026343 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12008095 With the presidential election coming up this year who, for a Christian, is really the best person to vote for?<br /><br />Are you voting for Commander in Chief or Theologian in Chief? As a Christian, I'll judge each candidate according to what I think the country most needs right now. I don't want a candidate who will place more weight on his religious leader's counsel than the laws of the land. JFK did NOT run to... Mon, 26 Mar 2012 22:54:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12008095 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12008075 If you could take a shower with anybody in the world, who would it be?<br /><br />My wife! (any other answer and she'd kill me) Mon, 26 Mar 2012 22:43:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12008075 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12008071 What's your opinion of interracial marriage?<br /><br />I have in-laws which are Asian, Latino, White, and Polynesian. Every marriage has challenges. Evey difference can be a challenge. Race (for me) is a much smaller challenge than culture. If the couple's love is strong enough to overcome these differences, then I say go for it! Mon, 26 Mar 2012 22:39:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12008071 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12008064 Does Jesus claim to be God? John 10:27-30 "My sheep here my voice,and I know them,and they follow Me:and I give eternal life to them,and<br /><br />First question: why is this in the section dedicated to Mormon views on race? I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The LdS Church teaches a Godhead comprised of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. God is called the Father because he is the father of our... Mon, 26 Mar 2012 22:29:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12008064 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11994601 should a 14 year old be engaged to her 17 year old boyfriend?<br /><br />The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints strongly encourages young people to abstain from dating until they reach 16 years of age. The 14-year-old is too young to make such a decision. In the few places where marriage at 14 is allowed, it requires parental consent. Few teenagers are... Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:36:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11994601 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11994567 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 />Adam is identified as Michael and the Ancient of Days. That much is official LdS doctrine. It is also LdS doctrine that Adam and Eve "fell" when they partook of the forbidden fruit. Their bodies became mortal. The concept of Adam being our God has never been canonized nor caught on widely within... Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:26:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11994567 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11979848 If you seen me burning a BIBLE in public - would you take action ?<br /><br />Let me preface my answer with the disclaimer that I am a Christian. I believe the Bible to contain the words of God, but the book itself is of earthly materials and contains no mystical powers. Only the message contained therein is special. My reaction would be determined in great part by how... Sun, 18 Mar 2012 09:59:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11979848 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11977683 Is it better to believe in Free Will or to believe in Predestination?<br /><br />The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believes in fore-ordination, not predestination. Fore-ordination means that certain individuals are ordained to perform a specific mission, but they might lose that mission through their own actions. John the Baptist was foreordained to prepare the... Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:12:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11977683 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11977674 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 />East Hill hit the nail on the head. Jesus is the Father in the sense that he was the Creator. Jesus is the Son because God is the Father of his spirit (and body). A great reference on this topic is the book "Jesus the Christ" by James E. Talmage. Elder Talmage was commissioned by the First... Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:09:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11977674 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11958055 Mormons: Do you respect Scientology?<br /><br />One of our Articles of Faith declares that we respect others' right to worship according to the dictates of their conscience. However, we disagree with doctrines taught in Scientology. Sun, 11 Mar 2012 20:46:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11958055 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11943659 Part of the Mormon doctrine is Adam was Michael the Archangel. Are humans actually angels in bodies in transition to a higher life form?<br /><br />Angel has two meanings in Mormonism. Glenn correctly stated that the English word for angel is derived from a word meaning messenger, most often a messenger from God. These angels can be humans, spirits, or resurrected person. The other meaning of angel in Mormonism is a resurrected person.... Wed, 07 Mar 2012 20:51:37 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11943659 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11932255 When does Jesus finally decide to blow up the Middle East?<br /><br />He doesn't. LdS theology teaches that Jesus will return to the Mount of Olives where he will present himself to the Jews. Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:23:12 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11932255 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11932250 Do you live near a Mormon temple?<br /><br />Yes, there are multiple LdS temples in Happy Valley. I pass four temples on my way to work. Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:21:25 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11932250 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11932246 Has anyone committed suicide by jumping off of a Mormon temple?<br /><br />There is an urban legend of a virgin who jumped from the highest tower of the SLC temple into the Great Salt Lake. This is blatantly false because we don't lock virgins in temples and the SLC temple is 40 miles from the lake. Jumping out the window would result in broken bones if not death. Most... Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:20:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11932246 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11932244 Are there rides inside Mormon temples? They look like something out of an amusement park.<br /><br />No, there are not rides in LdS temples. These are houses of worship, not amusement parks. Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:16:41 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11932244 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11931677 Which god is the one mentioned on US coins, that we trust in? It's Shiva the hindu god, right?<br /><br />Why is this in the Mormon subsection of Answerbag? The founders of the US followed the Judo-Christian tradition, so they probably meant the God worshiped by Abraham. However, since we are not a theocracy, it can be a simple declaration that we believe in a Higher Power, letting each citizen... Sun, 04 Mar 2012 16:40:23 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11931677 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11926587 What is Exorcism? What does an Exorcist Do?<br /><br />Exorcism is the removal an an evil or unclean spirit. An exorcist is the one who performs the spiritual cleansing. Sat, 03 Mar 2012 09:16:45 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11926587 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11924569 The Catholic Church says it's a mortal sin to engage in homosexual acts. The mortal sin was protecting priests who molested kids. Agree?<br /><br />Can't both be mortal sins? Fri, 02 Mar 2012 18:23:45 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11924569 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11921569 LdS: Are all who believe in Jesus Christ as their personal savior members of the church of the Lamb of God as described in 1 Nephi 14:10?<br /><br />The Church of the Lamb and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has some overlap, but neither is a proper subset of the other. Not all LdS belong to the Church of the Lamb. Only those who are truly converted and strive to live the teachings of Jesus and accept him as their personal... Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:53:20 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11921569 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11920987 If the word of GOD is unchanging, how come the LDS MORMONS change & update their doctrine constantly ?<br /><br />God's word is not unchanging. What is appropriate in one circumstance is totally inappropriate in another. For a biblical example, "Thou shalt not kill" is one of the Ten Commandments given by God to Moses, yet that same God commanded the children of Israel to kill all the inhabitants of the... Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:10:01 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11920987 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11917243 What mission trip opportunities are there for disabled individuals?<br /><br />Would you consider being a witness of Jesus where you live? You don't have to go to the other side of the world to do good. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:27:48 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11917243 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11917202 I feel that MORMONISM has ruined my entire LIFE ... how can i fix my brain ?<br /><br />First off check your meds. I'm not saying all formers LdS are off their rockers, but your posts here suggest if you aren't on medication you may want to consider it. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:17:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11917202 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11917193 MORMONs - What is a patriachal blessing ?<br /><br />The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints calls its congregations "wards". A group of wards forms a "stake". Each stake has a Priesthood holder called to serve as "Patriarch". The Patriarch's duty is to give a patriarchal blessing to LdS within the stake. The patriarchal blessing assigns... Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:14:56 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11917193 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11905833 I can prove Mormonism is a lie - part 3 ( see inside )<br /><br />"View of the Hebrews" is available for purchase in many LdS bookstores. If you were to read it and compare it to the Book of Mormon, you would find the differences outweigh the one similarity (lost tribe in the Americas). Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:43:25 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11905833 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11905826 I can prove Mormonism is a lie ( see inside )<br /><br />You never understood Mormonism very well, did you? Where in the Doctrine and Covenants does it state "that as god is we may be"? Give section and verse. Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:38:53 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11905826 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11904176 Why do Mormons think that if a person comes forth with absolute evidence that Joseph Smith is not a prophet of GOD...<br /><br />I guess it comes down to what you consider to be "absolute evidence". Religion is based on FAITH and personal testimony. I can't empirically prove that God exists (though I've had enough personal experiences to know that He does), much less which leaders He has called. Most alleged evidence... Sun, 26 Feb 2012 13:45:07 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11904176 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11899347 When did you eat your last Hot Dog<br /><br />Last hotdog I ate was cut up into a big pot of chili. Sat, 25 Feb 2012 12:49:47 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11899347 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11899302 Shall we ban the use of contraceptives in the name of the church, or does this seem illogical?<br /><br />My sect (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) is not against the use of contraceptives, but believes that abortion is amoral in most cases (obvious exceptions include when rape results in pregnancy). The Church also views all sexual acts outside the bonds of marriage as sinful. As... Sat, 25 Feb 2012 12:37:43 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11899302 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11896378 Mormons: Since you posthumously baptized Hitler into your religion, do you think he accepted and if he did, is? he wearing sacred underwear?<br /><br />1. We don't believe that everyone accepts proxy ordinances. It is not up to us to judge their souls. We believe everyone will have to pay for any sins they have not repented of. 2. Temple garments are for this life only. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19:33:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11896378 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11857568 Why does the Mormon church conduct posthumous proxy baptisms of non-Mormons? How presumptuous!<br /><br />Christians, do you care enough for my eternal soul to perform proxy baptism for me? Or would you be content watching me burn in the infernal flames? LdS do not count proxy baptisms when calculating our Church membership. We keep records of proxy baptisms so we don't baptize the same person... Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:59:17 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11857568 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11845161 Should it be made illegal for religions to knock on your door to sell their religions to you?<br /><br />If you place a "No Soliciting" sign on / near the door, it becomes trespessing for soliciters (including missionaries) to knock on your door to solicit something. They may, however, knock on your door while looking for a different address *IF* they don't try to sell their product to you in the... Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:18:13 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11845161 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11845149 What does the leadership of the Ladder Day Saints consider its core doctrines that sets it apart from any other Christian denomination?<br /><br />The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints canonized a list of thirteen articles of faith Joseph Smith Jr wrote in a letter to the Chicago Democrat outlining our core doctrines. This Wentworth Letter, in fact, was the result of the editor asking Joseph what set Mormonism apart from other... Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:11:14 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11845149 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11845134 Have any fiction books been written about Mormonism and feature Mormon characters and/or practices?<br /><br />Another fictional book which features Mormonism is "The Lost Boys" by Orson Scott Card. In general I like thestory (the spirit of a child coming back to identify his killer), but Card neddn't have mentioned temple garments. The garments add absolutely nothing the plotline. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:59:36 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11845134 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775452 An LDS member commented, when asked about the changes to 1 Nephi, 11:21 "even the eternal Father." "even the Son of the eternal Father."<br /><br />Since this regards Joseph Smith, the Book of Mormon, and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, shouldn't this be in the Mormon sub-section of Answer Bag? 1. The Book of Mormon was NOT published as a work of fiction. It is considered by the LdS Church and other Mormon sects to be a... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:07:49 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775452 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775396 Was the new version of Battlestar Galactica funded by the Mormon church?<br /><br />The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints did not fund /any/ version of Battle Star Galactica. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:58:38 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775396 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775380 If pregnancy outside of a marriage is a sin, then wouldn't that mean Mary sinned when she was pregnant with Jesus?<br /><br />Sex outside the bonds of marriage is a sin. Sex may or may not result in pregnancy. By your wording, if a non-married couple had "safe sex" which did not result in pregnancy then neither the man nor the worman would have sinned. From a modern standpoint, where does that put artificial... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:56:07 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775380 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775329 LDS It has been proven that caffeine is actually good for your health. Why has your god not recanted the Word of Wisdom on hot drinks?<br /><br />I guess you conviently forgot that LdS Apostles and Prophets have repeated declared that caffeine is NOT the reason the Word of Wisdom forbids hot drinks (officially interpreted as coffee and tea). The truth of the matter is that we weren't told what makes coffee and tea so bad. It is up to... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:46:30 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775329 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775303 You have a choice of joining a religion that allows multiple wifes, would you? And would it be more headaches, or more sex?<br /><br />Perhaps you should learn English a little better before discussing religions. Polygamy is not unique to Mormonism. Jews practiced polygamy. Muslim men may have multiple wives. Other cultures allow polygamy even without a religious context. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:40:52 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11775303 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11753376 What is a good use for left over Maraschino Cherry juice?<br /><br />Use it in mixed drinks. Use it as part of the cold water in making Jell-O. Use it as the liquid for frostings or glazes. Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:06:57 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11753376 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750508 What food must absolutely be fresh, or you will not eat it?<br /><br />Fish is better when absolutely fresh, but must be thrown out if it starts to smell fishy or feel slimy. Best (non-sushi) fish I ate was mahimahi fried up in butter less than 2 hours after it was caught. I refuse to eat sashimi ahi when I'm more than 50 miles from the coast. Sat, 21 Jan 2012 23:12:51 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750508 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750481 Is drinking alcohol a sin? What are it advantages and disadvantages?<br /><br />I think everyone on here will agree that getting drunk is bad. As for consuming any amount alcohol, well opinions on that varies. My sect forbids alcohol, tobacco, tea, coffee, and illicit drugs. Use of any one of these could cause a member to fall out of good standing with the Church. My view... Sat, 21 Jan 2012 23:04:59 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750481 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750448 Have you ever had Turtle Noodle Soup?<br /><br />I'm rarely in a country where turtle is not a protected species, so I've never tried turtle meat. Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:53:28 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750448 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750441 What's whip cream made of?<br /><br />Whipped cream is cream which has been whipped (hence the name). Most of the time the cream is sweetened. Also, additives may be used to stabilize it. Whipped topping is hydrogenated fat whipped and processed to give it a creamy taste and texture. Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:51:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750441 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750432 How do you dress for church?<br /><br />My sect views our chapels as houses of the Lord. Chapels are where we have weekly meetings and are open to the public. We were modest clothes, often the best we own. What this constitutes varies from person to person and locale to locale. In general, men wear dress shirts and ties. In Hawaii and... Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:49:04 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11750432 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11739601 Do Mormons like Star Wars, or only Battlestar Galactica?<br /><br />Mormons have varied taste in movies and tv. I personally enjoy Star Wars episodes 4-6, but I've never watched Battlestar Galatica. Oh, I also enjoy Star Trek. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:56:03 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11739601 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11730623 How do I become part of the Secret Mormon Police Network?<br /><br />Secret Mormon Police Network? LMHO! 1. There is no such thing. 2. If it existed, no one who knew of its existence could say anything. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:26:53 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11730623 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11725354 Are any Mormons socialists?<br /><br />The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints does not endorse any political party. I'm sure some members agree with some aspects of socialism. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 19:54:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11725354 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11723375 What do you usually buy in the frozen foods section?)<br /><br />I buy frozen corn, broccoli, and other vegetables when the fresh ones are out of season. I find frozen peas, for example, taste so much better than canned peas. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:14:01 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11723375 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11723359 Don't you wish AB had an "ignore" feature, so you could list people you didn't wish to interact with, and their questions/answers would never show up on your computer? Who's name would be on your ignore list?<br /><br />There are a few people I I ignore on AB. A plonk file would be a nice feature. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:10:28 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11723359 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11720920 How do Mormons prove they are Mormons and can go inside a temple? Do they have a secret handshake? Password?<br /><br />Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints may obtain a temple recommend after going through a couple interviews with their ecclesiastic leaders. The temple recommend is a small piece of paper certifying that the bearer is in good standing with the Church and worthy of admittance... Sun, 15 Jan 2012 21:36:47 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11720920 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11714589 Christians, are we suppose to bring the unsaved to the Gospel or bring the Gospel to the unsaved?<br /><br />Both. Everyone in the world needs the opportunity to hear the gospel. It is then up to the individual whether to embrace it or continue in their old path. There are still countries where it is against the law for Christians to preach. We need to work with governments to let us in. There are... Sat, 14 Jan 2012 11:05:57 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11714589