Curiosity and then a driver (courage, stubbornness, integrity, arrogance) to follow through once things started becoming problematic.
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Yes. They would dispute the word fraud, but they know what we know. They have chosen to act on that knowledge differently.
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This is one of the behaviors of the Morg that concern me. I hope the documents won't get lost as time passes. That false prophecies will not be lost and evil and silly doctrines will not be forgotten. My timing is such that the repulsive self-mutilation temple rituals were sold to me as beautiful and shortly after went away. What does that mean? I was done, don't know the details, but can't imagi
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John_Lyle Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Stapley wrote this letter to George Romney in > 1964, unofficially, telling him to back off on > support for civil rights for African-Americans. > > Romney had just given a speech in favor of full > civil rights for all citizens. After the letter, > Romney continued to support civil rights.
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Sickening, but valuable. I know I was educated and indoctrinated in many ways that have been since modified. These records must be part of discussion. I think it is good there is this change, but witness that the change is not leadership, but more compliance or submission. The issue is Mormon doctrine and scripture that proclaims absolute authority to speak with finality for all. A major
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I have Mormons that are engaged and excited by this development. It is a sad reflection on culture and character. Like you said, this is more the campus of a religious seminary not a university. By definition.
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Great. You are right this is a chance to help others. I would take the position that your witness is just as legitimate as any other and that you have beliefs you would like to share with the family at this. Politically bold decision, I see you have reasoned through the consequences.
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I am glad you brought this up CAGirl It is useless in a discussion with my Mormons, but refusing to experience mortality is a form of rejecting Christ's atonement. Using their own teachings to challenge their actions is an effective way to shut down a conversation about religion. Failing to experience your own individual mortality with the Grace of Christ and follow an institutional plan to sa
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I hope those contemplating a relationship, marriage, or starting a family to a Mormon while outside or doubting will see and feel these situations. The examples of situations where this works may not be here in this forum, but there are substantial examples where discordant beliefs are not part of the Mormon plan for the family. If I had a parent who wanted to be honest with me about Mormonism
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Glad you are able to divert your anger from frustration here. It is understandable. I hope good things will happen that support your decision. Your sons will learn the truth someday I hope that their mother will understand this sooner than later as the decision to withhold information may effect their relationship with her as well as their religion. There was another somewhat relevant thread a
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Very well expressed. The image in my mind is of the kiddie put-put cars at the carnival that go round and round in a circle, same speed, safe and familiar.
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