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A critique of LDS scholars Stephen Robinson's definition of deification, and his identifying the early church fathers as "Mormons"

I was once a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, also known as "Mormons" or LDS. This is my experience of how I became a member and why I decided to leave.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is a business more than a religion. The church organization, or company as I will refer to it at times in this article, brings in more than $20 billion annually.

Why I think the Mormon Church is a pseudo-cult.

If nominated by the Republican Party next year, Mitt Romney will be the first Mormon presidential nominee of a major political party. Is Mormonism an issue in 2008?

A new film, to be released this fall, looks at the presidential campaign of Mormon founder, Joseph Smith, and draws parallels with Mitt Romney and how his Mormon faith might affect his run for the presidency.

Polygamy is the practice of being married to multiple husbands or wives at the same time, and in our society is tied in many cases to the Mormon faith. This was the area that I focused on for my study, and the
results I found were astounding.

"As a result of his rebellion, Cain...became the first mortal to be cursed as a son of perdition...The Lord placed on Cain a mark of a dark skin, and he became the ancestor of the black race. (Moses 5; Gen. 4; Teachings, p. 169, Mormon Doctrine by Bruce McConkie, page 109.)

People outside the Mormon Church often wonder how children, teens, and young adults can possibly be expected to live up to the expectations placed upon them by a strict religious upbringing.

Why basic Mormon beliefs may or may not make them Christian

Part II of a series of informative religious articles designed to educate the world about the unique beliefs, traditions and ideas of the Mormon faith.

Even as a former Mormon I sometimes get a question asking me if Mormons believe something I know they don't. Sometimes it is a whacked out Internet site responsible, other times the person is confusing the Mormons with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

Ever had any questions about the Mormons that you weren't sure you knew the answer to? Want to know what is truth and what is myth?

Here we will look at other controversial issues with Fundamentalist Mormons today and the conclusion.

In-depth look at Mormonism and interview with two devout members of LDS.

There were some comments that Ms. Reed made that I would like to add to, just so that anyone who is reading this, who might be thinking about joining, could get another perspective on who we are and what to ask.

Married sex. Mormons believe in it, and it's no secret. It's sacred.

Utah's Mormon Tabernacle Choir has existed almost from the very founding of the territory. It has risen to become one of the most renowned choirs in the world, earning the nomer "America's Choir."

Experience a day in the life of three female Mormon missionaries.

I have been deluged with comments and reader email about temple garments lately. I was pleasantly surprised that I have not (yet) heard from any militant Mormons bearing me their testimony of the sacred blessings they receive from the Holy Garment of the Priesthood.

One commentator once said that trying to pin down Mormon doctrine is like trying to nail Jello to a Wall. With the number of unofficial "folk" doctrines that get taught in Sunday Schools, it is easy to see why.

The Church of Jesus Christ Claims about 12 million members. About 1/3rd of those are active. Despite that there seems to be a growing number of people who claim the title cultural Mormon for themselves.

"If You Could Hie to Kolob" is a classic Mormon hymn, but just exactly what does it mean? What does Mormon theology say about God and Man?

Are Mormon's Christians? They say yes, the Catholics say no.

Discusses the relevance of the second half of the documentary film "The Mormons" shown on PBS to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The Scientologists may have all the cool celebrities, but the Mormons do have a few famous people in their ranks.

When the Mormons first went into Missouri, Joseph Smith started to build a temple. The lot still exists today, but no temple has ever successfully been built on the lot.

Mitt Romney's latest attack ad singles out Hillary Clinton for a blistering attack. Romney, inculcated in the deeply sexist Mormon culture, seems to deny Clinton's humanity on the basis of her gender.

The LDS church uses many techniques of mind control in order to retain members and change the existing members into the people that will recruit new members.

With a presidential candidate who is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, more commonly known as Mormons, many are asking what do Mormons really believe? I can tell you of some of their beliefs, as I was once a member.

If you want to wear your wedding dress for a temple wedding, it is important that it strictly follow modesty guidelines.

Unfortunately, one of my recent articles which got featured by Associated Content caused confusion in at least one commenter. I wrote this to clear things up.

Mormons give Joseph Smith, Jr. supernatural powers that were due him as a prophet. Well, in order to say whether or not he had amazing prophetic powers we must first look at the prophecies delivered by the Mormon founder.

It was a date that would live in infamy. September 11, 1857, the day that 120 innocent people were bloodily massacred by Mormon militants at Mountain Meadows.

FLDS and the LDS are two distinct churches that have little in common however many do not realize that and recent media attention has only worked to stir up more misunderstandings but a practicing Mormon explains it all.

Learn what the Bible says about tithing and how God will take care of you if you become a generous giver.

This is a question and answer articles that highlights some of the more general questions asked about LDS poltical candidates like Mitt Romney.

You've heard what your preacher's told you. Now hear about it from a bona fide member of the Church.

Mormons believe in love forever. Here are some humorous things to do when killing the eternal time with your favorite Mormon.

Mormons believe in love forever. Here are some humorous things to do when killing the eternal time with your favorite Mormon.

The exchanging of rings is not a part of the official ceremony of Mormon weddings. Here are some ways you can exchange rings for LDS weddings.

The ban on blacks holding the priesthood in the Mormon church may have been lifted by Spencer W. Kimball in 1978, but most Mormons may be surprised that the first man to hold the priesthood.

While Philip Pullman champions killing a totalitarian god, he also includes ideas that are in line with Mormon doctrine.

With all the statistics out there, it's hard not to find a connection between divorces, violence, prescription drug use and the Mormon religion.

In the midst of polygamist leader Warren Jeffs' trial in Utah, Mormons woke up to a surprise on their doorknobs Sunday morning. Other's got their surprise Monday at the Utah Jazz game in downtown Salt Lake City.

For all time and eternity, man has talked to God. For a change, I wanna talk to his better half!

This article will look at the potential problems with modern polygamy in extreme fundamentalist Mormon groups

There are plenty of nice places for non-Mormon residents and visitors to worship according to their Christian faiths.

Mormons will often tell you that an uneducated farm boy couldn't have written the Book of Mormon. Most Mormons probably have not read the text, however.

The Recovery from Mormonism web site is one of the most daily hit Mormon sites on the web, but while it is a useful place to vent and stay up to date on Mormon issues, is Recovery from Mormonism really necessary?

As a pastor, you may be wondering just exactly what mistakes you can make in order to prevent growth in your church.

Can men become gods? It seems that the leader of the Mormon church was ignorant of this Mormon doctrine when interviewed for Time Magazine

Meeting LDS singles, even if you do not live in Utah, is not that hard with online LDS dating services.

In 1938, a Mormon leader experienced what can only be described as a Bigfoot encounter. The creature spoke. Read this article to found out what Sasquatch had to say and what it could have meant.

Part 8 of my conversion story to the LDS church.

When it comes to living controversial Mormon figures, Mormon apostle Boyd K. Packer often tops the list. Referred to by his critics as Boyd KKK Packer for what is often seen as homophobic and racist comments

Mormonism teaches that gods, once humans rule trillions of planets.

...there remains one crucial dynamic that is often overlooked or ignored: The American family is missing Church. A family that is not attending church lacks the strong moral fiber needed to hold itself together through times of challenge and adversity.

Religion encourages people to look hopefully to a better world to come, minimizing the social problems of their world. A link exists between religious beliefs and societal benefit. But is there a link between religion and adolescent behavior?

A brief comparison between polygamy practices in the LDS and FLDS churches

Does religion guide us or blind us?

Thoughts on religion in the workplace and why letting everyone worship at work isn't feasible.

Records available from church and cemeteries are: marriage, baptism, christening, and burial records. Some contain membership information for entire families. Some cemeteries have burial plots of families for generations.

This article will look at the beginnings of modern fundamentalist Mormon sects and to examine the potential problems with polygamy.

In a debate, Sharpton said, among other things, that "as for the one Mormon running for office, those that really believe in God will defeat him, anyway..." Romney's campaign immediately accused Sharpton of religious intolerance and bigotry.

A Mormon apostle was recently asked to removed his name from a letter that supported the defense of marriage amendment because according to church records he was married to two women. The question is how is this allowed?

A shift in policy possibly due to the failure of the temple building program initiated by current Mormon leader, Gordon B. Hinckley may cause young Mormon missionaries to stay in the homes of members in their service areas.

CRACKPOT Ministries recently tried to raid the Washington, D.C. Temple in an attempt to remove and burn Mormon underwear. The attempt failed when security became suspicious of the lack of minivans possessed by the group.

The U.S. is dominated by the mainstream Christian faith but faith-based politics is falling out of favor. As candidates line up for the 2008 election, American's will be challenged to consider Mormon Mitt Romney for President. And the Church isn't on the ballot.

A little history of the first American religion, Mormonism.

Reaction to Returned Mormon Missionaries Posing for Steamy Calendar

Someone once observed that trying to pin down Mormon doctrine is like trying to nail jello to a wall.

I have finally found the one and only true religion.

Mormons caught some flak over the baptizing of dead Holocaust victims a few years ago, but what you may not know is why they engage in this practice at all. Isn't death a little too late for salvation?

Fundamentalist Mormons are pushing to have plural marriage (polygamy) legalized as a religious practice.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints may be trying to distance itself from some of its horrific practices and attempts to cure homosexuality through the use of electroshock therapy in the past

There is a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding between members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and "gentiles," or people who aren't in their faith.

Discusses relevance of film material to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints faith.

Resigning your membership in most churches is easy, but despite a court decision in the late 80s that states a person is no longer a member of an ecclesiastical organization once he tells a church official of his or resignation, the process often gets muddled for Ex-Mormons

Single members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints have a strict standard of chastity to live, similar to a Catholic vow of chastity....and in some ways, not.

A brief introduction to the beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints.

While visiting Boston, Massachusetts in 1843, Toronto was able to meet some missionaries from the Latter Day Church...

A dissertation reviewing the fall of "The Church." From sermons to tithing, this piece breaks through the surface of the problem facing many church-going Christians today.

This article discusses the priesthood held by male members of the LDS ("Mormon") Church including our Line of Priesthood Authority and the duties of priesthood holders.

The story about how I became a member of the LDS church continues...

Governor Mitt Romney has given the speech, not so much about his Mormon faith but about his personal view on religion, which many people have been waiting for. It is sad that there is still an unspoken "religious test" that compelled him to do so.

Sage Sweetwater is marketing FROM THE CONVENT TO THE RAWHIDE: THE SAGA OF SADIE CADE AND VI MONTANA, the lesbian Western equivalent to Brokeback Mountain, focusing on the lesbian Mormon missionary.

Before Joseph Smith Jr. translated the Book of Mormon and came to lead what would be known as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints he had another trade: money digging.

Ever since the theological debate on Monday, Sharpton and Romney have been at each other. Now Sharpton is demanding Romney explain his Mormon beliefs and beliefs on racism. Should he be able to do this?

Reverend Al Sharpton had another slip of the tongue about the Mormon religion.

There are about 40,000 people in the western United States and Canada that practice polygamy. Although polygamy was banned from both the Mormon Church and the law books of Utah, it is still a part of everyday life for many people in that state.

We know that women or men shouldn't have multiple spouses, but what if you did?

Even though America is known as "the land of the free", there are still thousands of American people enslaved in polygamy. God's Brothel reveals facts about contemporary polygamous groups and women who managed to escape them.

Nauvoo, Illinois is an historic town with many free activities. Tour the red brick buildings built by early Mormon settlers, see lively musicals, go on wagon rides, and watch the annual pageant- all free!

President James E. Faust, second counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Dies at Age 87.

I just feel an overwhelming need to share with the honest, humble seeker of truth with an opportunity to try and comprehend what the LDS People believe.