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Does the fact that Mormons believe that their male members holding the priesthood is the Army of God which is rediculous and delusional as God does not need an army since God is all powerful?
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∙ 12y ago
This question doesn't really make a whole lot of sense...
but in my lifetime in the Church, I've never heard the whole Priesthood referred to as the Army of God. I have heard of missionaries being called 'God's Army'. Either way, this is not ridiculous or delusional and is a common theme in many other religions, both Christian and non-Christian.
We understand and believe that God is all-powerful and that He doesn't need an army, but God calls those who follow Him to do His will. Becoming a true Christian means that you have turned your will over to God and that you are willing to do all that He asks of you. In this way, those who serve God (Christians) are sometimes compared to an army, fighting the powers of darkness and the enemies of God by doing the will of God on the earth.
The Bible even uses the same metaphorical language, for example, 2 Timothy 2:3-4 speaks of being a "soldier for Jesus Christ" and the Old Testament speaks of the "Armies of the Living God." Popular Christian hymns, such as 'Onward, Christian Soldiers' and 'Soldiers of Christ, Arise' also reflect this imagery.
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Do Mormons consider the Apostle Paul to be a member of the 'Melchizedek priesthood'?
yes we do.l
What sacraments do Mormons have?
We have priesthood leaders bless bread while they say a special prayer and then the deacons ( 12 to 14 year old boys) pass it out and then they take the trays back and do the same thing with the water.
Who baptises Mormons?
When Mormons become members of the church, they are baptised by immersion by one holding the priesthood or authority of God. Baptism is a required ordinance that represents the individuals commitment to follow Christ. Baptism can only be administered by an authorized priesthood holder of the Mormon church. Almost all male members of the Mormon church (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) hold a level of the priesthood. Most male members ages 16 and up have authority to baptise. Baptism, however cannot be administered by the priesthood holder until approval is received by a church leader who holds priesthood keys or the authority to direct the priesthood in certain cases. Everything must be done in proper order. After baptism, the members record is kept so that the church can be aware of and provide spiritual and temporal support for the needs of the member.
Why did Gov Ford not protect the Mormons in Illinois after he promised to protect them from the mob attacks?
There are several reasons why Gov Ford didn't protect the Mormons. One he was concerned about retaining his position as Governor and being reelected. the people that opposed the Mormons were politically powerful and had great influence with the Governor. They told the Governor that the Mormons were causing the problems and that the rest of the population were only protecting themselves. They made the Governor believe that the Mormons were threatening the safety of the rest of the population. So he issued the extermination order. The Mormons either had to leave the State of Missouri or be exterminated.
Is the Mormon version of heaven delusional?
Clearly the Mormons don't think so. Just like Christians, Muslims and all other religions believing in a heaven, don't think their view of it is delusional either. When it comes to religion and faith there is none that is right for all, it's all based on individual faith so no one can say the other one is wrong since no one really knows until we are dead.
How did the Ute tribe help the Mormons?
At the time of the Mormon settlement in Utah, the Ute tribe was extremely powerful. While they did have some conflicts with the Utes, for the most part they got along. The Utes helped to defend the Mormons against other tribes and even other gorups of white settlers. They also helped Mormons to know how to survive in the harsh climate. In return, the Mormons shared their food with the Utes. Although many Mormons were suspiscious of the Utes, they understood that it was cheaper and more practical to feed them than to fight them.
Where do most Mormons live outside the US?
Of the 13,824,854 members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) worldwide, 7,785,947 live outside the United States. That is, 56% of all baptised Mormons live outside the U.S. Nations with quite a few Mormons are: Canada 179,801 Mormons (1% of Mormons are Canadian, 0.5% of Canadians are Mormon) Samoa 69,224 Mormons (0.5% of Mormons, 39% of Samoans) Tonga 55,173 Mormons (0.5% of Mormons, 53% of Tongans) Mexico 1,197,573 Mormons (8.7% of Mormons, 1% of Mexicans) Guatemala 220,296 Mormons (1.6% of Mormons, 1.6% of Guatemalans) El Salvador 105,501 Mormons (0.8% of Mormons, 2% of El Salvadorians) Hondouras 136,408 Mormons (1% of Mormons, 2% of Hondourans) Brazil 1,102,674 Mormons (8% of Mormons, 0.6% of Brazilians) Chile 561,920 Mormons (4% of Mormons, 3.3% of Chileans) Peru 480,816 Mormons (3.5% of Mormons, 1.7% of Peruvians) Philippines 631,885 Mormons (4.6% of Mormons, 0.7% of all Philippinos) UK 186,082 Mormons (1.3% of Mormons, 0.3% of all UK) Australia 126,767 Mormons (0.9% of Mormons, 0.6% of Australians) New Zealand 100,962 Mormons (0.7% of Mormons, 2.4% of all New Zealanders) To compare, the United States has 6,038,907 Mormons. That's 44% of Mormons and 2% of all Americans. But you can find Mormons in nearly every nation of the World! The "Related Link" below has a great population statistics map related to Mormon Church membership.
What are the differences between the Catholics and the Orthodox and the Mormons?
Mormons believe in the priesthood, which is authority given from Jesus Christ, and they believe in the Book of Mormon, another testament of Jesus Christ.Roman Catholic AnswerThe Catholic Church was founded by Jesus Christ on Peter. Jesus send the Holy Spirit to guide It and remain with It until the end of the world. The Orthodox split off from the Church, over many years, from about the 11th century. The Mormons are a cult which believe in another revelation aside from that which God gave in the Bible and His Son.
Is it just dandy that Mormons play their little church game now but forget that most people lived before their little church and none of them held the priesthood or temple marriage or sealed just bapt?
Perhaps it would be dandy, if it were true. However, it is actually the complete opposite. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) do not forget that most people lived before the church was founded and most of those living today do not accept it. This is a huge central feature of the Church. This is why Mormons are so interested in genealogy and family history. This is why Mormons build temples. The whole purpose of Mormon temples is to perform baptisms, priesthood ordinations, sealings, and other ordinances for the dead. Mormons believe that the whole purpose of life is to serve God and become more like Him by bringing to pass His purpose (the immortality and eternal life of man - Moses 1:39) by performing these ordinances in the Temple. Essentially, Mormons believe that their whole purpose is to remember those people who were not baptized or sealed or ordained to the priesthood and do all in their power to ensure that these ordinances are performed in their behalf. The entire mission of Mormonism is to provide the opportunity of salvation through Jesus Christ to all people, living and dead.
What Mormon founder believed he was a prophet?
"Mormons", members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, believe that Jesus Christ founded their church by revealing His truth and restoring priesthood authority to Joseph Smith, Jr. They consider Joseph Smith a Prophet, and Jesus Christ the founder of the Church. You can learn more about what Mormons believe regarding Jesus Christ and Joseph Smith at the "Related Links" below.
Why are Mormons taught in priesthood meetings to yell and beat their children and only show acceptance when they go to church?
They aren't. Check out the Priesthood lesson manuals or the archives from the twice annual worldwide priesthood meetings. Nothing has ever been said that comes remotely close to this. The Church takes abuse very seriously, including verbal and physical abuse. If a wife or child went to their Bishop claiming that their husband had verbally, physically, or sexually abused them, the husband/father would most likely be excommunicated from the Church very quickly, and the Church would grant the woman a divorce with no question. As a Mormon, I have seen this happen in my own congregation. If you'd like to see the priesthood lesson manuals or see the archives from worldwide priesthood meetings, check out the "Related Links" below. Or, if you'd like to attend one of the priesthood meetings held locally, speak with a member of a local Mormon congregation, they'd be happy to direct you there.
Who are right Mormons or Christians?
Mormons are christians!!!!!
