Evangelical Theologian: Bottom Line is Mormons are not Christians

johnjohnson »

Sat Jul 28, 2007 4:16 am Agree: 3   Disagree: 9

Here’s the bottom line on the debate. Mohler claims Mormons are not Christian because Mormons don’t adhere to “traditional Christian orthodoxy.” Card says, you are right that Mormons don’t adhere to this orthodoxy, but Mormons believe in Christ none-the-less, and in the salvation that His atonement provides. He also says, let’s find our common ground. Now, I ask you, in which language do you feel the spirit of the Lord? Stop listening to all the people arguing one point or the other. Open your mind, open your heart, and listen to which really speaks of the spirit. That’s the bottom line.

Prominent Evangelical Scholar Takes on Mormonism in 'Christian' Debate

johnjohnson »

Wed Jul 11, 2007 6:05 am Agree: 2   Disagree: 4

It's amazing to me that people report that Mormons are not Christians, but do not report why with any detail. Most evangelicals argue this point based on two things: 1, Mormons do not endorse the Trinity, and 2, the Book of Mormon is added scripture.

No where in the bible is the concept of the trinity explained. Evangelicals believe that God, Jesus and the Holy Ghost are one in the same. In genesis we read that God created man in his own image. Not sure how God, Jesus and the Holy Ghost can be one in the same if we have been created in their image. Further, the trinity comes primarily from the Nicean creed, developed by men (not prophets) some 400 years after Christ's death. If you have ever read the Nicean creed, it is very hard to understand. Finally, isn't interesting that the very people who reject the Book of Mormon as added scripture accept the Nicean creed as such? They don't say this in any thing they write, but they might as well.

Mormons believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. They believe that through Christ's atonement, which includes His death on the cross, all can be saved. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (not the Church of Latter Day Saints, let's get it right guys) teaches that all mankind can be saved through this atonement, and that this gift is not withheld from anyone. This is truly a gift from a loving God.

In the end, those who critically think will see that members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that Jesus is the Christ, that the Book of Mormon can only be the word of God, and that He is the most loving being in the Universe. Critical thinkers will also see that those who consider Mormons a cult may be more of one themselves.... afterall, they do not believe in the biblical god head - they believe in some man made concept called the trinity. They believe in some document that was written by men 400 years after Christ. Isn't that the definition of a Cult?

Finally, let me say this. Please don't banter with me. Take the time to really research this. I did. It's helped me make up my mind on this matter. Put all your history aside for a moment and consider the possibilities. Good luck in your journey.

Skepticism Over Validity of Ex-Gay Story Prompts 'Confessions'

johnjohnson »

Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:58 am Agree: 8   Disagree: 1

It's amazing to me that people report that Mormons are not Christians, but do not report why with any detail. Most evangelicals argue this point based on two things: 1, Mormons do not endorse the Trinity, and 2, the Book of Mormon is added scripture.

No where in the bible is the concept of the trinity explained. Evangelicals believe that God, Jesus and the Holy Ghost are one in the same. In genesis we read that God created man in his own image. Not sure how God, Jesus and the Holy Ghost can be one in the same if we have been created in their image. Further, the trinity comes primarily from the Nicean creed, developed by men (not prophets) some 400 years after Christ's death. If you have ever read the Nicean creed, it is very hard to understand. Finally, isn't interesting that the very people who reject the Book of Mormon as added scripture accept the Nicean creed as such? They don't say this in any thing they write, but they might as well.

Mormons believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. They believe that through Christ's atonement, which includes His death on the cross, all can be saved. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (not the Church of Latter Day Saints, let's get it right guys) teaches that all mankind can be saved through this atonement, and that this gift is not withheld from anyone. This is truly a gift from a loving God.

In the end, those who critically think will see that members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that Jesus is the Christ, that the Book of Mormon can only be the word of God, and that He is the most loving being in the Universe. Critical thinkers will also see that those who consider Mormons a cult may be more of one themselves.... afterall, they do not believe in the biblical god head - they believe in some man made concept called the trinity. They believe in some document that was written by men 400 years after Christ. Isn't that the definition of a Cult?

Finally, let me say this. Please don't banter with me. Take the time to really research this. I did. It's helped me make up my mind on this matter. Put all your history aside for a moment and consider the possibilities. Good luck in your journey.