What do you think about Mormons?

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  by HunnyBuns on January 4th, 2008

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• More then the religion someone convinced 12 million people to give them 19% of their money in return they get a place in their kingdom. If they use members money to buy for profit business which one president claims produces 600 million dollars and then say no paid positions in the church. Ever wonder why members keep paying and paying?
  
  http://www.exmormon.org/mormon/mormon392.htm
  
  I'm all for engineunity but com on fellow this is a bit much.
  
  http://www.exmormon.org/stories.htm
  By golly I think they got it? do you?

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  by Dave2222 on October 29th, 2009

• Oh Dave2222, Mormon's believe in paying 10% of their income as tithing. If that's a commandment from God, then it will never matter how much a church makes in other assets. God never said "Pay tithing until my church is rich". If God wanted the money he could get it himself.
  
  I think it's great that mormon's don't have paid positions. Haven't you ever had a paster who you at least once wondered if he were in it for the money?

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  by mkocher on December 7th, 2010

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• cool beans

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  by HunnyBuns on January 4th, 2008

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• Ooohh... dueling Bibles!

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  by Stableboy on January 26th, 2007

• Bible to them is secondary to the Book of Mormon. Gullible people are always good people.

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  by Dave2222 on October 29th, 2009

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• You should research out what John Wayne Gacy's neighbors thought of him. They said "He was the nicest man you'd ever want to meet".

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  by Anonymous on November 16th, 2009

• Just because there was one "bad neighbor", doesn't mean they all were. People said the same about Ted Bundy. I am not about to condemn everyone because of what a very small percentage may do. Everyone is not a serial killer.

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  by Jade on November 17th, 2009

• I realize they're not all serial killers. I never meant to imply that. But they did kill a couple of people I knew in Arizona and it was incredible how they closed ranks to cover it up, even using the local law enforcement and the court system. Unbelievable but true.

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  by Anonymous on November 17th, 2009

• That sometimes happens with groups (or people within a group) who have influence and power, but that's not to say all within that group are bad. It's just that when some are bad it sometimes tends to give the whole group a bad name. Sad but true.

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  by Jade on November 17th, 2009

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• Obviously you have been blessed. I was a Mormon Missionary twenty some years ago and some of the companions I had were so gung ho about the church that they couldn't take no for an answer and would annoyingly push until someone would just tell us to get lost and don't come back.

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  by asweetguy4u2know saya R.I.P Nelson on January 5th, 2008

• We used to invite them in and chat. We never had a problem but we made it plin that we were not up for conversion and they were fine.

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  by Firebrand on January 5th, 2008

• Mind you when I think about it we were five college girls sharing a house so maybe they just liked the company :)

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  by Firebrand on January 5th, 2008

• well I was lkike that myself but had quite a few companions that didn't understand no.

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  by asweetguy4u2know saya R.I.P Nelson on January 5th, 2008

• It happens in all missions. Night SweetGuy, I better get some sleep or I will miss all my sport this afternoon, it is already 8.30 am.

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  by Firebrand on January 5th, 2008

• lol take care go get some rest.

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  by asweetguy4u2know saya R.I.P Nelson on January 5th, 2008

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• "We've never had a problem with them"
  Glad they don't "Get out of hand", and "Break up the place". :)

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  by Perryman on January 26th, 2007

• Welll... we do have a purty tough sheriff. I think they know that if they come a'ridin down Main Street shootin' up the shops it'll be a short stop to the noose. I reckon that might be a factor, there mister. But nobody can say fer shure, can they?

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  by Stableboy on January 26th, 2007

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• Good luck with all that Edndori!
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  by Mister IT is trying to Liahona outta here on October 4th, 2009

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• Could you elaborate on this? Lost might have a few connotations given the context. (For example, do you believe we're all unable to ask questions (theologically lost meaning confused)? Or are you saying our souls are lost?)

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  by K Robinson on November 7th, 2009

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• its not mormonism they are CHRISTIANS they have the bible and the book of mormon. the bible is the old world the book of mormon were the people in this area of the world. the book of mormon has some of the same verses there is no cult or whatever i may not be a mormon but i am not because i am not 18 and my dad wont let me...

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  by a93wvgirl on September 10th, 2010

• No a93wvgirl, Mormons are NOT Christian and they never have been. They use Christian terms and forms but then change the meaning and content thus creating the illusion that they're Christian but they are in fact their own unique, and distinct religion.
  
  In actual fact, they worship a different Jesus and they preach another gospel. But their biggest problem is that Joseph Smith was demonstrably a false prophet.
  
  It doesn't sound like you're open to considering evidence and your mind is made up come hell or high water however, I would respectfully ask you to consider the following none-the-less:
  
  The Bible is not the real source of authority for LDS teaching, since they also have a number of other documents which contradict it and which they follow above the Bible teachings. The "Christ" which Mormons mention is most definitely not the Lord Jesus Christ mentioned in the Bible.
  
  While Mormons certainly use Jesus' name, they do not follow the Jesus which Christians have always followed. In addition to the different scriptures, source of authority, and different Christ as mentioned above there are other additional major differences between the LDS teaching and Christianity.
  
  * Different definition of God
  
  * Different definition of man
  
  * Belief in many gods (polytheism) verses the one true God of the Bible and Christianity (monotheism)
  
  * Different definition of the 'trinity' which is radically different to the Christian/Biblical concept
  
  * Denial of the Virgin Birth of Christ
  
  * Radically different doctrine of Salvation, including denial of the blood atonement and belief in an incomplete atonement.
  
  * Different Eschatology (end times)
  
  * Radically different doctrine of the Fall into sin
  
  * Radically different History
  
  * Different attitude toward 'Race'.
  
  Most of these doctrines are essential and central to the Christian faith and so the LDS church does not have the right to call its followers Christian, as they do not adhere to Christian doctrine but to their own. One ought not to doubt their sincerity in believing what they do, it just is not Christian and ought not to be called so.
  (source = http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Are_Mormons_Christians)

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  by Mister IT is trying to Liahona outta here on September 10th, 2010

• And I would also ask you to consider - which is from Latayne Scott a former Mormon:
  
  The Bottom Line: Elements of Disparity
  by Latayne C. Scott
  
  . . . It can be quite simply stated: Mormonism is not Biblical Christianity.
  
  LDS apologists such as Robert Millet say those who critique Mormonism usually use a straw-man approach: characterizing Mormonism in terms of obscure statements by long-dead men, and using disputed or fringe teachings to describe LDS doctrines. Even some Christian writers have made the same accusation.
  
  Eric Johnson of Mormonism Research Ministry, however, has formulated a simple list of beliefs to which the vast majority of Mormons of the 21st century would agree:
  
  1) The idea that "As man is, God once was; as God is, man may become;
  
  2) The idea that temple work is essential to reaching the highest level of the celestial kingdom;
  
  3) The idea that ultimate truth is to be found in the Standard Works as well as the LDS prophet and apostles;
  
  4) The idea that a person must be baptized in the Mormon Church to have an authentic baptismal experience;
  
  5) The idea that Joseph Smith and succeeding church leaders were given complete authority on earth; and
  
  6) The idea that the Mormon Church is the most trustworthy church in the world.
  
  To Johnson’s list I would add the following:
  
  7) The idea that a complete apostasy from Christ’s teachings and Church began in the second century AD and necessitated a restoration instead of a reform; and
  
  8) The assertion that a personal, feelings-based “testimony” of events and doctrines outside of one’s own personal experience (Joseph Smith’s first vision, for instance) is a reliable arbiter and authenticator of truth claims.
  
  This is the Mormonism of real Mormons today. And there’s not a single statement there with which an Evangelical Christian could agree, no matter how many friendly fireside chats are held between us.
  
  Just as they make Mormonism distinctive from traditional Christianity, these elements are also significant enough and powerful enough to disqualify Mormonism from categorization as Christianity.
  
  I hope that this list shows you why many Christians don't regard Mormonism as Christianity.
  
  source = http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=39805672682#/topic.php?uid=39805672682&topic=9493&ref=nf

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  by Mister IT is trying to Liahona outta here on September 10th, 2010

• hey well if you want to be a Mormon good for you! I am and I don't think we do much harm to the world. Not that I'm forcing anyone. Everyone has a choice. And by the way who ever commented on this about how Mormons are not Christians I don't know where you got your misconceived information but let me assure you that we don not have 2 heads 3 wives or horns!!!!
  
  hahahah this thing is good!!! man, everyone thinks that we Mormons are aliens but if you want some stuff to clear up this mess try lds.org :)

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

• Well that was interesting . . . to say the least!
  And that childish gibberish is supposed to be helpful in some way?
  If so it sure wasn't helpful to us - but I'm glad that you feel better! Good for you mate!
  
  And based on the number of posts that you slammed down on me between 5:14AM and 7:45AM this morning it appears that I've pick up my own cute little Mormon troll!
  
  How sweet!
  Here's I'll get my mute button handy here . . .

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  by Mister IT is trying to Liahona outta here on December 17th, 2010

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• hey I'm a Mormon too so i agree and no i wouldn't give out your email if I were you :)

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

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• actually no you can have a partner but they do not approve of sex

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  by a93wvgirl on September 10th, 2010

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• you were DR'ed (like me)
  +6

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  by Violet on October 5th, 2009

• I have trolls

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  by Pandoras out of her box on October 12th, 2009

• that's no good

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  by Violet on October 12th, 2009

• its all good, times better spent otherwise. if ya know what I mean

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  by Pandoras out of her box on October 12th, 2009

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• What?

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  by HunnyBuns on January 4th, 2008

• I've never met a morman, but I dont think they are something to be afraid of.

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  by Valarie robbing the Deaf on January 4th, 2008

• I'm not afraid of meeting a mormon. I live in the dead center of them... Utah.... 80% of the kids at my school were mormon. I am just wondering what other people think...

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  by HunnyBuns on January 4th, 2008

• ok..

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  by Valarie robbing the Deaf on January 4th, 2008

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• come on you have to know at least one even if not from real life

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  by asweetguy4u2know saya R.I.P Nelson on January 5th, 2008

• I may but I'm not sure -- good to see you asweetguy

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  by Patti jo on January 5th, 2008

• same here. well you have met at least one at least online anyway. I know that to be a fact.

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  by asweetguy4u2know saya R.I.P Nelson on January 5th, 2008

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• anything in particular you want to know honeybuns?

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  by asweetguy4u2know saya R.I.P Nelson on January 4th, 2008

• I just wanna know what people outside of utah think...

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  by HunnyBuns on January 4th, 2008

• fair enough. you wouldn't happen to be one by any chance would you?

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  by asweetguy4u2know saya R.I.P Nelson on January 4th, 2008

• No... but some of my family is.. and all of my neighbors are. I grew up around it. Actually went a couple times.

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  by HunnyBuns on January 4th, 2008

• so there is no hidden agenda other than to see what others think well then I guess that's fair.

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  by asweetguy4u2know saya R.I.P Nelson on January 4th, 2008

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• >by asking the Missioanaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints<
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  Where you will get a memorized sales pitch from "Preach My Gospel" (http://www.lds.org/library/display/0,4945,8057-1-4424-1,00.html) that uses the deceptive and manipulative Mormon technique of "Milk before meat" (http://www.exmormon.org/mormon/mormon178.htm) from Missionaries who recieve, on average, two (2) weeks of training prior to being put into the field who will tell you at least these 10 lies:
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  1. We're Not Trying to Convert You
  2. The Bible is Insufficient
  3. We're the Only True Christians
  4. We're the Only True Church
  5. We Have a Living Prophet
  6. The Book of Mormon is Scripture
  7. You're Saved By Works
  8. People Can Become Gods
  9. You're Born Again By Becoming a Mormon
  10. Temple Marriage is Required for Eternal Life
  http://www.concernedchristians.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=42&func=view&id=81644&catid=527
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  Instead as one ExMormon said so well:
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  "The ONLY place the public can get a 'responsible opposing viewpoint' of the Mormon story is Ex-Mormons/ anti-Mormons."
  -- Ex-Mormon posting on www.exmormon.org

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  by Mister IT is trying to Liahona outta here on December 6th, 2009

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  >I think they are misunderstood<
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  Actually . . . No.
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  Mormons and the LdS Church are quite well known even meriting a field of scholastic study known as "Mormon Studies".
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  Rather Mormons and the LdS Church dislike criticism and won't tolerate internal dissent.
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  As a result they label all forms of criticism - be it legitimate or not - as "misunderstanding" or "Anti-Mormon".
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  The reader might also want to consider this discussion thread in light of the answerer's suggestion that LdS Missionaries and/or the LdS Church is the best source of information on Mormonism: http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1849879

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  by Mister IT is trying to Liahona outta here on December 6th, 2009

• if the bible is supposedly insufficient then why do they have it all together with the book of mormon???

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  by a93wvgirl on September 10th, 2010

• YOU WROTE
  "if the bible is supposedly insufficient then why do they have it all together with the book of mormon?"
  
  MY RESPONSE
  Have you actually read the Book of Mormon? Have you studied Mormonism?
  
  If the Book of Mormon is the "most correct book of any on earth" (History of the Church, vol. 4, p. 461), then why does it not contain essential Mormon doctrines such as...
  
  - Church organization
  - Plurality of Gods
  - Plurality of wives doctrine
  - Word of Wisdom
  - God is an exalted man
  - Celestial marriage
  - Men may become Gods
  - Three degrees of glory
  - Baptism for the dead
  - Eternal progression
  - The Aaronic Priesthood
  - Temple works of washings, anointing, endowments, sealing.
  
  The founder of Mormonism said the Book of Mormon was the most correct book of any book, including the Bible (History of the Church, vol. 4, p. 461), and that a man could get closer to God by following it than any other book. Yet, essential Mormon doctrines aren't even found in it.
  
  This is because the Book of Mormon is nothing more than a fictional account made up by Sidney Rigdon, Oliver Cowdrey, and Joseph Smith with some small help from Parley Pratt.
  
  It wasn't until after the book had been printed that the additional heretical doctrines of Mormonism started to develop.
  
  Have you read "The Pearl of Great Price" yet?
  Have you read "Doctrine & Covenants" yet?
  
  If not, why not?
  
  After all, if you want to find those the additional heretical doctrines of Mormonism you'll have to go to those additional Mormon Scriptures.
  
  And there's one more thing about the Book of Mormon that I'll add: It's a boring extremely poorly written book that's more indicative of it's the 19th Century period in which it was written primarily by Sidney Rigdon from the following plagarized sources:
  
  - Solomon Spaulding's "Manuscript Found"
  - The 1611 King James Bible
  (the books of Matthew and Isaiah in particular)
  - 19th Century Revival Rhetoric
  - Joseph Smith's Tall Tales
  (as told to his family years before the advent of Mormonism)
  - Various and sundry pieces of 19th Century Literature such as period political speeches and newspaper accounts.
  
  The inclusion of the passage of the King James Bible is why the Book of Mormon sounds so Christian -- at first. However, once you get into the other words of Mormon Scripture you quickly begin to realize just how "far out" and unChristian the religion really is.
  
  I don't expect you to believe me so I encourage you to consider the evidence for yourself via this link:
  
  WEB CLIP: Craig Criddle "Authorship – Who Really Wrote the Book of Mormon?"
  http://www.concernedchristians.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=42&func=view&catid=520&id=82123#82123

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  by Mister IT is trying to Liahona outta here on September 10th, 2010

• umm... well just to reply to the comment above. the Book of Mormon isn't a fairy adventure so funnily enough it might not have what you find hugely entertaining in but then neither is the Bible and i don't see any comments about that. So you'll understand why I'm skeptical of the rest of what you have written. If you can't see the purpose behind a holy book (which by the way isn't about entertaining or interesting you)then i think that your reasoning's are a bit flimsy!!!

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

• YOU WROTE
  "...the Book of Mormon isn't a fairy adventure."
  
  MY RESPONSE
  The definition of a "fairy adventure" is that it has no basis in fact and no evidence to support it.
  
  And since the Book of Mormon has neither fact or evidence to support it, it does indeed qualify as a "fairy adventure".
  
  YOU WROTE
  "...your reasoning's are a bit flimsy!"
  
  MY RESPONSE
  Really?
  
  Tell you what. Why don't you show us some physical evidence that supports the veracity and historicity of the Book of Mormon and give us some reason to believe that it isn't anything but a piece of 19th Century fiction?
  
  Thanks.

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  by Mister IT is trying to Liahona outta here on December 17th, 2010

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• eh, we don't do that poligomy thing anymore

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  by karatekid111 on November 15th, 2010

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• religious organization NOT a cult :)

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

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• so let me get this straight are the Mormons serial killers or not?

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

• I really don't think being a Mormon had anything to do with the things he did. Religion cannot cure an evil mind.

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  by call me Kat on October 20th, 2011

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• -5 points and no comment.? The truth hurts, ya?

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  by Anonymous on October 28th, 2009

• i will post one... it is a church they are christians they give to others they let anyone in its not like other churches that pass around a bowl for people to put money

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  by a93wvgirl on September 10th, 2010

• our god? not money. Our god is god.

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  by karatekid111 on November 15th, 2010

• um.. am a Mormon and i can see the world just fine ta!
  
  But ye lets pretend this is the matrix, I'll be Neo cos he's so cool!

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

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• my thoughts exactly......

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  by karatekid111 on November 15th, 2010

• ouch that hurt, but true at least you decent enough to not slag us off!!

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

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• is that in America cos I'm a Mormon in England and believe me we are a minority over here everyone is like "whats a Mormon do they have like 100 wives" and I'm like "umm no do i look like a girl who would let her man have another wife" duhhh!!! hahaha

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

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• wow? you left because you didn't get a loan for a funeral?....that is ridiculous (I am not a mormon)

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  by Cheese12 on August 4th, 2011

• wow? you left because you didn't get a loan for a funeral?....that is ridiculous (I am not a mormon)

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  by Cheese12 on August 4th, 2011

• Afraid so. They give free food and other kinds of help, and we weren't asking for a handout, just to loan us enough money to have the funeral, and there were 6 people who were going to help with the loan payoff. It may seem ridiculous to you, but our family was devastated to lose a 3-yr-old.

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  by call me Kat on October 20th, 2011

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• yay!!! is it the horns, forked tongue or the extra head? no am joking sorry if we do scare people but ah well!!!!!!!

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

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• woooo!!! so true modest is hottest!!! (ye i am a Mormon just in case you didn't notice)

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

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• soooo true and don't worry I don't want to run anyone off the road!!! ;)

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  by cookiemonsternom on December 17th, 2010

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