Comments for Living With Mormons

Comment on America and Freedom of Religion when it suits you by Opal Chatman

Opal Chatman — Wed, 16 May 2012 18:17:16 +0000

Great information

Comment on Why you too should attend The Reason Rally by admin

admin — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:27:52 +0000

Thanks, Peter, for the comment.

You are aware, of course, that historically and today, religion has conflicted immensely with science, be it in the stem cell research arena or the evolution debates going on in public schools.

Your opinion is valid, if it weren’t for the fact that most of the statements you made regarding your beliefs in god and other worlds are, in fact, statements that can’t be measured scientifically, therefore not empirically proven.

If you claim there are multiple worlds, you (or the church) should be required to prove that. If they can’t (since the burden of proof is on the person making the positive statement), then we are all entitled to dismiss this or that as false.

That is why I say religion is, by definition, at odds with science.

Comment on Date night at the movies – The Hangover by Anna

Anna — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 23:51:02 +0000

What about watching The Passion of the Christ?? You guys call yourselves Christians but many Mormons I know can’t watch it because it is rated “r”, there are a lot of movies that are rated “r” that do not say the f word 3,000. Please get some common sense, Phelam 123??? How does that compare to any other good rated “r” movies, such as The Passion of the Christ, The Patriot, amongst others?? letting a Church control your life that much is simply not right!!! And I don’t care if you say The Church doesn’t tell you can or can’t do, because point blank, I am yet to meet a Mormon who drinks and/or watches rated “r” movies!! ridiculous!!! I give you MY WORD OF WISDOM “Stop being a member of a Cult and enjoy life a little” I promise you, God will not punish you for contaminating your body/soul, as long as you are not a junkie!!

Comment on What do Mormons believe? A look at Fast and Testimony Meetings by Tim T.

Tim T. — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 06:42:23 +0000

Excellent post and site, TY.
I have a real problem with any church, or system, whereby if one member decides to quit, then it will have negative consequences/cause difficulties/embarrasment/shame, etc. induced by the church. I have gone to many non-LDS churches, as well as LDS churches, as a non-member. With the non-LDS churches that I attended, it is and never was a big deal if you decided to leave,or go inactive, or decide to not attend regularly, or give testimony, or even quit going altogether. Whereas in the LDS churches, it really seems like a huge ordeal not only on the person quitting, but ofc. their relatives who stay with the church. I think it is quite sad that if a person or people decide to quit any institution, they members put severe pressure on them, or shame them, judge them, etc. Let God be the judge of others, not people.

Comment on Why you too should attend The Reason Rally by Peter

Peter — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 03:13:37 +0000

As a Mormon convert, I see no conflict between pure religion and science. Truth can be found everywhere and religion should not stifle this. If a person believes that the earth was actually created in 7 days and the strata overwhelmingly shows otherwise, then he needs to question his interpretation of the truth.

As a Mormon, I do not think of God as a magician but as a great scientist. If I had been around as long as he, I might know allot too. Also, Mormons do not believe that this is the only world but that there is life throughout the infinite universe. As one earth passes away, so another is born in the ever growing universe.

I believe that the beauty and order that is seen in the universe is controlled by God(s) through natural principles. He is a God of order. He brings order to all things including matter as well as relationships. I believe that the earth was created over billions of years using natural principles. I do not know to what degree evolution was used in the creative process because it has not been revealed by God and science does not yet have all the facts.

The problem with many Christians is that they are so dogmatic that they are paralyzed by the doctrine they have been taught. Idea’s like evolution or the age of the earth so threatens their very base that they fight to keep the evidence hidden. It is a fight for spiritual survival.

Comment on LDS Baptism: Get ‘em while young! by admin

admin — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:56:32 +0000

Thanks for your testimony, David.
I love looking up, too. But when I look up, I see our universe and marvel at its grandeur and beauty. Then I realize how insignificant we are in our infinitesimally small history and how ignorant we still are that we still hang on to ancient, outdated and baseless beliefs in gods and magic. Sorry, but the evidence is on my side, turkey.

Comment on LDS Baptism: Get ‘em while young! by David

David — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:20:12 +0000

I was baptized and became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints when I was eight years old. I remember my bishop carefully interviewing me to make sure I was ready and willing to make and honor the sacred baptismal covenants (or promises between me and my Heavenly Father). I remember my baptism fondly and often think back upon it and the beautiful symbolism of the baptismal ceremony. Of course, since then, I have had many opportunities to reject the the faith of my fathers. Nevertheless, I have not! At the ripe old age of 35 I continue to strive to honor the promises I made when I was a little boy. The blessings and joy I receive through my membership in Christ’s church are immense. Don’t let the turkeys who write this blog get you down. Like the president of our church said, when faced with life’s challenges, “it is better to look up.” http://www.lds.org/general-conference/2011/10/it-is-better-to-look-up?lang=eng&query=better+look+up

Comment on Mormon Funeral: good times and Funeral Potatoes, but not my cup of tea by Don

Don — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 05:07:51 +0000

My mother just passed away last month and a Mormon relative of mine who attended my mothers funeral told me she thought funerals were the biggest farce ever. She told me it was because people were hypocrites about saying nice things about the deceased. My nephew is a minister, or whatever they call them, with LDS. It was his wife whom made the comment. I do not consider this woman a Christian. What I consider her starts with a B. I won’t judge all Mormons by her mouth. I’m sure there must be some nice ones.

Comment on Mormon Funeral: good times and Funeral Potatoes, but not my cup of tea by admin

admin — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 03:40:32 +0000

That is indeed your choice, Susan, and I agree they have every right to conduct a funeral in whichever way they find it appropriate. My post only reflected the hijacking that is done by the church over what I consider a proper funeral; in my opinion, the emphasis should be on the person (and his/her various traits and interests) and not just his or her religion.

Cheers.

Comment on Mormon Funeral: good times and Funeral Potatoes, but not my cup of tea by susan

susan — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:09:51 +0000

If I choose to attend a Mormon funeral held at a Mormon church I fully expect a “Mormon” funeral, complete with preaching from Mormon officials about Mormon doctrine. Help me understand what is wrong with that?