Pro-Huckabee Activists to Dissuade McCain on Romney Ticket

David M »

Thu Aug 14, 2008 2:09 pm Agree: 3   Disagree: 4

Some criticize Mormon's for their view of the Bible (i.e., that it is the word of God, but has been translated incorrected at times). Interestingly, current research at SMU supports the Mormon claim that there were mistakes in the translation of the Bible.

Evangelical Leader Says McCain's VP Pick 'Most Important'

David M »

Thu Aug 14, 2008 2:03 pm Agree: 0   Disagree: 2

It is funny, really. Some don't want McCain to pick Romney, but now Ridge is being introduced as a possible VP. Ridge is not pro-choice, but Romney protected families and babies in Massachusetts. I don't get it!

Pro-Huckabee Activists to Dissuade McCain on Romney Ticket

David M »

Thu Aug 14, 2008 2:00 pm Agree: 5   Disagree: 2

The Bible did not predict the reformation however. Instead, it predicted a restoration or restitution of all things in the fullness of times (see Acts 3:21; Ephesians 1:10; Isaiah 29:14; Ezekiel 37:26; Daniel 2:44; Matthew 17:11; Romans 11:25). This pattern of apostasy and restoration is very common throughout the history of the Bible. It is also important to note that many of the founders of the reformed churches agreed that there was an apostasy and they awaited the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ (see attachment).

As a young boy, Joseph Smith wondered why there were so many churches and why they were teaching different points of doctrine. He prayed to receive wisdom from God (James 1:5) and was visited by God and Jesus Christ who told him that none of the churches were ordained of God. They also told him that if he was worthy and obedient, he would be the means to restoring God’s church as predicted in the Bible. It is also interesting to note that God promised to send Angels as a part of this process (Malachi 3:1; Revelations 14:6). The visitation of Angels occurred many times in the Bible (Gen. 18:2; Gen. 21:17; Gen. 28:12; Exodus 3:2; Number 20:16; Judges 6:22; 1 Kings 13:18; Zech. 1:9; Matt. 4:11; Matt. 24:31; Matt. 28:2; Luke 1:19; John 20:12; Acts 5:19; Acts 12:23; Hebrews 13:2; etc.).

There are many evidences that the gospel of Christ has been restored and is now taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. They ranged from the organization of the church (prophet and apostles), to tithing, lay clergy, Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods, modern day revelation, temples, the important of faith and works, being saved by grace, missionary work, eternal marriage, Bishops, a correct view of what a Saint is (people trying to obey God vs. a being that is worshiped by others – see 1 Cor. 1:2; Eph. 1:1; Eph. 2:19; Eph. 4:12), and others.

We invite all to read and ponder the Book of Mormon. It is a companion to the Bible, and was even foretold in the Bible (Ezekiel 37:16-19 discusses how the Bible is the stick of Judah and how the stick of Joseph would be its companion; in times past, the scriptures were referred to as sticks; the Bible obviously discusses God’s dealings with the Jews; who were the remnants of Joseph?). Isaiah 29:4 also discusses how truth would come out of the ground (which is exactly where the Book of Mormon came from) and that it has a familiar spirit (as it is aligned with the Bible). We declare with humility that, through the Book of Mormon, we can know the truth of all things (Moroni 10:4).

Pro-Huckabee Activists to Dissuade McCain on Romney Ticket

David M »

Thu Aug 14, 2008 1:59 pm Agree: 5   Disagree: 2

If you are interested, here is a Mormon's view of our theology:

In Ephesians 4:5 we learn that there is “one Lord, one faith and one baptism.” Why then are there so many Christian churches today?

First, it is necessary to remember that the Bible teaches that God works through prophets (see Amos 3:7). Even Christ established His church with an organization of prophets and apostles (see Ephesians 4:11). One of the key elements of his church was revelation from God to man through a prophet.

However, Christ was crucified and his apostles were killed under the hands of Roman soldiers. Priesthood leadership was taken or removed from the earth. Men were left to their own understanding and disagreements arose about doctrine. This is known as the apostasy, which was predicted numerous times by the Bible (see 2 Thes. 2:3; Amos 8:11; Matt 24:24; Isaiah 24:5; Isaiah 60:2; Acts 20:29; 1 Tim 1:6; 2 Tim. 1:16; 2 Tim. 2:18; 2 Tim. 4:4; James 4:1).

It is very interesting to note that history supports the apostasy. In The Council of Nice in 310 A.D., a group of politicians and scholars debated doctrine and issued decrees on the Trinity, indulgences and forbidden marriage for church leaders.

Over time, members within the church began to note that some of the teachings emanating from Rome were not in accordance with the Bible. This led to the reformation. Ulrich Zwingli wanted to abolish the worshipping of saints. Luther did not approve of indulgences or celibacy for monks. Calvin was concerned about predistination and desired a separation of church and state. King Henry wanted a divorce, and therefore started his own church when it was denied by Rome. In the United States, John Wesley disagreed with the Anglican Church. Men started religions in an attempt to reform the Roman Church or other faiths that followed. Instead of being called by God, men obtained degrees in religious studies and claimed authority to speak in the name of God (a very different practice than noted in the Old or New Testaments).