Why do so many find it so hard to accept that Mormons believe in Christ?
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Honestly, I have never heard of anyone thinking that Mormons don't believe in Christ.  That's news to me.  Mormons believe in Christ just as much as the next person.  I'm not Mormon, in fact, I was baptised Lutheran but ever since I was a kid (I'm 43 now), I've gone to quite a few churches.  I've gone to Lutheran churches, Catholic, Baptist, etc.  And I have to say, the best time I had was when I was in first grade through 5th grade as I went to church with my neighbors who were Mormons.  We did Sunday church, Wednesday was primary school (I can still hear the song in my head), and Monday nights I was always invited to participate in their family home evenings.  It was a great experience!
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First-not all religions do\nSecond-LDS ARE Christians -'The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints'          LDS believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, as the Savior who came to Earth to teach and show us the way back to our Father in Heaven\nThird-yes, LDS believe in three distinct beings with one purpose-\nand they are not the only Christian religion to believe this\nFourth-Ignorance. People prefer to believe anything negative-whether there is truth to it or not. They'd rather believe something negative than have to think they may not know or may have thought wrongly. In seeing some of the responses here-that ignorance is prevalent. Someone posted an exmormon website.\nAre you really going to receive all the correct information from others who are/were not happy with what they had/did?\nWould you go to an ex-Catholic to find out about Catholicism or to an ex-Baptist about the Baptist faith? Of course not.\nFifth-the LDS faith is NOT a cult or a sect. Read the definition of cult. \nSixth-There are different beliefs in every aspect of Christianity. That's why there are so many different religions. They are stepping stones to God, are they not? LDS don't believe in unbaptized babies going to hell or purgatory as several other mainstream faiths do---and they are shocked that other religions would preach such an indifferent God in regards to infants-who have not sinned. So are those who are shocked to think that LDS \nbelieve baptism is from age 8 (and up) when THEY choose to take on a promise to themselves be followers of Christ-and not someone else do it for them.  Although, there are other Christian beliefs who feel only adult baptism counts.\n\nThe 11th Article of Faith (a creed for LDS to live by) states:\n"We claim the privilege of worshipping Almighty God according to the dictates of our own conscience, and allow all men the same privilege, let them worship how, where, or what they may."\n\nPerhaps if more lived by following their own beliefs instead of trashing others-there wouldn't be so many problems.\n:)\nAnd yes, I'm LDS-having converted at 22 years of age.\nand.....I know it's right ....and where I'm to be.\nI hope and pray you are happy where you are-no matter what you\nbelief in yourself.\n:)
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I am a Mormon myself. I have been my whole life.  Mormons are CHRISTIANS. The name of our church is The Church of JESUS CHRIST of Latter-Day Saints.  We basically have the same beliefs as other Christian religions. We belive in God, Jesus the Savior, and the Holy Spirit. We believe in baptisim. We believe strongly in the Bible.  The main difference is that we have The Book of Mormon also that we have a testimony of, just like we do the Bible. The Book of Mormon is another testiment of Jesus Christ. When Jesus came to the American continent. \n\nWe do not critize any other religion, that is not Christian like to do so. Also because our beliefs are basically the same. We believe in Heaven and Hell. The Plan of Salvation that God has for us.  We believe that Jesus Christ died for us, to allow us to be able to repent humbly and Jesus will remember our sins NO more if we do so. \n\nI hope this is not too confusing. I could go on for hours. Thanks for the question though\n\nKayla\n\nBTW-- We have not changed the Book Of Mormon over and over again. It was written by Latter-Day prophets back when Jesus was on earth.  In order to see for yourself, contact a local active Mormon near you and ask them for a Book of Mormon. First read Moroni chapter 10. Pray to have understanding of The Book of Mormon and to be able to feel the Holy Spirit as you read The Book of Mormon. \n:)
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How many of you have read the Book of Mormon (I know you dont think you have to to understand that is evil and forged)?\nDoes anyone have anything useful or valid to add to this question?  You know now just blatent statements without evidence?\nI know matter of factly that the LDS religion accpets the teachings of Christ, in fact their church is based on Christs original founded church, with a prophet, and 12 apostles (if you really studied it you would find that it is the closest thing to the church of Christ when he was alive - factually speaking - I am not going into revelations)  Add it up, see the similarities, but then again, how would you know if you never studied their teachings.  \n\nHAVE ANY OF YOU even sat through an LDS church session?  Do you actually know the things they teach and speak of on Sunday?  If not, than how can you say they dont belive in Christ or follow His teachings?  \n\nI hear a lot of claims from people about the LDS church, and I often wonder where you get your material from?  I sincerly doubt that it came from the actaully teachings of the church, because everyone I hear is false, and you would know that if you didnt study literature written by anti-mormons or biased imbittered apostates.  \n\nIF YOU HAVE ANYTHING VALID OR FACTUAL TO SAY, PLEASE DO, OH AND DONT FORGET TO SITE YOUR VALID REFERENCE :)\n\nI HEARD ONE TIME . . . (doesnt count)\n\nIf your going to debate or make claims against a subject, know what you are talking about, do your research, actaully study it.  I am always open to hear someone elses view on any subject, but not if you dont know what your talking about, and vice versa, if I dont know, I most likely wont be able to participate, but I would go study it to find out for myself, if I didnt I would just make myself sound inintelligent, or at the worst ignorant.
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well, even though the mormon religion is the true religion, lots of people don't know about it
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Except for religious differences, Mormons are just like everyone else. They are Christians, and anyone who knows the meaning of the word 'christian' would see that very plainly. It's right in the name of the church. It is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
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Matt 7:15\n"Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. 16By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thorn bushes, or figs from thistles?\n\nWhy Mormon can not be Christians\n1. They teach Ascension (Man becomes God)\n2. They teach Jesus and Satan are brothers\n3. They teach the corruption of the bible immediately after the last Apostle died.\n\nThese teachings are in direct contrast to Christian doctrines
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they still believe in the caveman campfire stories because they don't want to open there minds to the truth. they are stuck believing because the stories were beat into there brains at an early age and cant think for themselves. and its not just the Christians, its all faith systems. you at least have an open mind thank goodness i hope you stay that way.
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There are many reasons to distrust the teaching of Joseph Smith.  Claiming to be able to decipher Egyptian hieroglyphics, he translated so inaccurately that, when they were translated by an Egyptology's, every single word was wrong (the proof that a prophet is of God is that he is 100 per cent accurate).\n\nThere are many versions of his original manuscripts.  In one he claims there were two beings with Him - God and Jesus, in another he claims there were three.  The list goes on.\n\nOriginal Mormon church doctrine allowed for multiple marriages - the church now does not condone that viewpoint.\n\nMormon church doctrine says that Jesus attained godhood by living a perfect life.  Christianity says that Jesus was born God.  Mormon church doctrine indicates that it is possible to become a 'god'.  Christianity says that there is only one God, and that there never will be any more than one God.  Mormon doctrine says that currently there is only one God on this planet, but there are many other 'gods' elsewhere.  Christianity, again, does not believe in any other 'gods'.
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These other answers are funny.  Mormons do not only date and marry mormons.  All you need to know is we believe in Christ as the son of God- if you can't see that you won't get far with this girl at all.  Some basic things- We believe are salvation can only come through Christ, we believe the Bible and the Book of Mormon to be the word of God, we believe in our churches being lead by actual revelation from God- rather than anyone trying to interpret the Bible for us.  If you'd like to know more my email is Flournoi@yahoo.com  I have a site you might be interested in too.
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Remember that Christ fortold about false prophets, I believe the Book of Mormon is  false prophecy,  I believe that a dedicated Christian church, one that follows  scripture, believes in baptism (full submerssion)and follows Christs teachings is the best answer.  I know many Catholics that were not finding the relationship with God that was intended by him,  and they started going to a Christian Church and now have that relationship.  I have confronted Jehovas witnesses and I believe that they are brain washed,and are following cult like practices.  As far as holiday's go--  be with your family and share God,  forget the malls and the decor,   on Christmas remember that God loves us enough to give us a savior, and on easter remember that Jesus loves us so much that he gave his life.
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There are different churches of Christ.  Unfortunately.\n\nSome people think of Mormons when you say church of Christ because they are called the church of Christ of Latter Day Saints.  \n\nThere is also a Universal Church of Christ.  I think the believe in a hierarchy of churches.  I'm not sure what their other beliefs are.\n\nThere is also a church of Christ that is not a denomination and follows the examples of the New Testament churches.  They do believe that Jesus is the Christ,  and that He is God.  They are  very conservative. They believe baptism is necessary for salvation (this is changing in some of the liberal churches), they don't use instrumental music or any creed, and they don't believe "once saved, always saved" and they believe that while salvation cannot be earned, faith needs to be accompanied by obedience.  Each church is independent, shepherded by local elders and deacons.
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I was raised strict mormon..now I'm an athiest. I believe that the people are good and mean well, and have good basic morals and values. I also think that Brigham Young, Joseph Smith, and James Strang are full of it. Why couldnt anyone else see the gold plates? I am technically still a member of the church but have been inactive for many years.
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The Mormon's (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) believe in God, the Eternal Father, believe in his Only Begotten son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.  They are one in purpose.  And yes, they are seperate beings.  We worship the Eternal Father, in the name of his beloved Son.
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I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and I love it!\nWe don't believe in a "different" Jesus than the "Christians" we  believe "in" him differently...we believe He is a separate person from God the Father and they believe the two plus the Holy Ghost are the same person.\n\nIt all comes down to interpretation...Christians interpret who Jesus is differently than we do - as far as whether or not he is the same person as God the Father, therefore they think we don't believe in the same Jesus they do.  We believe Jesus Christ in the bible was born to virgin Mary and Joseph, he suffered and died for our sins, BUT we believe we must do all we can in this life (works some call it) and he will make up the difference for what we are "short" - that is another way "Christians" differ themselves from Mormons.  We do believe there are certain ordinances and covenants you must make in this life to receive the highest degree of glory (Celestial) or exaltation in the eternities...
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No.\n\nThey are three different entities in the Mormon belief.\n\nBesides that, it is a different god than the God of the Bible as Christians understand it. Therefore it is a different Jesus and a different Holy Spirit. They use Christian terminology, however, their theology is totally different.
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Isn't it comical seeing people trying to explain spiritual matters when they are not guided in the least by a living prophet or modern scripture.\n\nI have a firm, unshakeable knowledge that the Lord restored His kingdom to the earth in 1830 when the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints was organized.  It contains the priesthood of Jesus Christ, restored by John the Baptist in 1829 and Peter, James and John, that same year.  It has modern prophets who can communicate the mind, the will, and the voice of the Lord to this generation.  It has a second witness for Jesus Christ--The Book of Mormon.  While most religions contain some truth and some good things, they lack much of what was lost between the death of Christ and the apostles and the raising up of the Prophet Joseph Smith in the early 19th century.