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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) certainly does not want to be a threat to any Orthodox church, nor would they try to be. While it is true that Mormons do believe that Orthodox Christianity (and indeed all other Christian denominations) have gone astray on some points, they seek to find the good in these faiths and collaborate with them on common ground. Latter-day Saints see Orthodox Christians as fellow believers in Christ and seek to join with them in areas where they share common beliefs, while upholding their article of faith to "allow all men the privilege to worship how, where, and what they may."
Really, the Latter-day Saints are only a threat to Orthodox Christianity if the Orthodox community feels that the Latter-day Saints have a more true faith or more appealing religion than they do.
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What has the author Serge Van Neck written?
Serge Van Neck is a Belgian author known for his work in the thriller and crime fiction genres. He has written several books including "De bedreiging" (The Threat) and "De profetie" (The Prophecy), which have received positive reviews for their compelling plots and intricate characters.
What do People in Alaska Do for entertainment?
Underage children and bears...the latter of the two poses more of a threat though.
Why do you think some Christians considered heresy such a threat?
Some Christians considered heresy a significant threat because it challenged the core tenets of their faith and could lead to division within the community. Heretical beliefs often undermined established doctrines, creating confusion and potentially leading followers away from orthodox teachings. Additionally, in a time when the Church sought to unify believers under a common set of beliefs, heresy was seen as a direct threat to the stability and authority of the Church. This fear of fragmentation and loss of control over religious interpretation fueled strong reactions against heretical ideas.
Who disagreed with the HalfWay Covenant?
The Half-Way Covenant faced opposition primarily from more orthodox Puritan ministers and congregants who believed it diluted the standards of church membership. Notable figures like Solomon Stoddard, who supported the Covenant, were countered by others who argued that it undermined the original Puritan ideals of a "pure" church. Critics argued that it allowed unconverted individuals to partake in church sacraments, which they saw as a threat to the spiritual integrity of the community.
Why was renaissance humanism a threat to the church?
emphasised a return to the original sources of christianity
Why did the flagellants pose a threat to the Catholic Church?
The way in which your question is worded doesn't make a lot of sense as the Catholic Church is the Mystical Body of Christ, and is guaranteed by God to be here until the end of the world. Thus a group of misguided heretics in the 14th and 15th century did not, of themselves pose a "threat" to the Catholic Church. Although, it could be construed as a threat if others saw them as real Catholics and thought that they should follow them.
Who is Joseph Smith?
There are probably more than one man with the name "Joseph Smith", since both "Joseph" and "Smith" are common names... But; A Joseph Smith was the founder of the Mormon church. He is a "Prophet" for his reported activities during the organization of the church. Others call him greedy and a sexual predator. Which isn't true!!!!AnswerJoseph Smith was the name of the founder of the Mormon church and translator of the "Book of the Mormon," published in 1830. Mr. Smith claimed to receive additional revelations from God in addition to the Bible. Such claims contradict the Bible's instructions in Revelation 21:18 which says,?I am bearing witness to everyone that hears the words of the prophecy of this scroll: If anyone makes an addition to these things, God will add to him the plagues that are written in this scroll; 19?and if anyone takes anything away from the words of the scroll of this prophecy, God will take his portion away from the trees of life and out of the holy city, things which are written about in this scroll."AnswerAs the first answer said, there were tons of Joseph Smiths. One particular Joseph Smith was the leader of the church most commonly known as the Mormon church, however the church's true title is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He only wished to follow the teachings of the Lord and share his revelations. I cannot deny that Revelation states what the above does, but that's not a literal meaning. The verses meant that no one would write false doctrine after that. Even though Revelation is the last book in the Bible it wasn't the last book written, in fact the author of the book wrote after Revelation. The Book of Mormon is what ancient Native Americans wrote of their side of the story of Jesus Christ. If you want to test what I've said, study the Book of Mormon yourself, or contact a local member of the church. Joseph Smith was a righteous man. ANSWER:The Revelation (Not Revelations) is most definitely literal in its admonition not to add or take from anything in that book. The statement above that it is not literal is a lie, probably intended to arrange things so that the Mormon story fits better...that is a terrible error...However, it happens that this threat applies only to the Book of The Revelation. The bible was not written all at once, and when the Revelation was written, the Bible was not put together in the same way we see it today. The beginning of our modern Bible did not take place in earnest until the 1300's, but has been re-translated and organized since those first endeavors. There are book gathered in "The Apocropha" that have been deemed by human beings as less than accurate or contradictory etc, or at odds with the established government... so were not included in the bibles you see today. The primary examples are books regarding great acts or prophecy of women and works having to do with taxes etc. In addition, there have been further scrolls discovered in relatively modern times, such as the Dead Sea Scrolls. Joseph Smith is believed to have been a petty criminal, thief, con man, liar throughout his life. He claims to have been chosen to receive two golden tablets that he claimed were Americas answer to the word of God, written by a man named migrant Jew named Mormon, inspired by Christ after the crucifixion, during the three days Christ was dead. He established the Church of the Latter Day Saints, married 34 women in his lifetime, seven of them already married to other men. He was murdered as were others who began the religion beside him.answer:Joseph Smith was the first latter-day prophet of the Mormon church. Through revelation from God, he was able to restore the true church to the earth after it had been lost in the apostasy. He was righteous, and he was also murdered by people who had been persecuting the Mormons for years. The government actually helped them to kill him. The actual, original book of Mormon was a record of ancient people called lamanites and nephites, and a lot of other -ites. The doctrine and covenants and pearl of great price are revelation received from god.answer:http://www.exmormon.org/Mormon/mormon451.htmthe following link gives an explanation of some of what Joseph Smith was accused of doing.It is the opinion of this author that anyone seeking information re: any religion or Religious leader, take research upon themselves and make sure that what they are hearing is accurate. There are two extremes regardless Joseph smith, and no real middle ground whatsoever. Doubtful that he could be both. While I, a biblical scholar do not believe that Christ visited north America and had golden plates for His message. When they came to Moses from God himself, they were stone, not gold...although gold was available. This flies in the face of Jesus' message as for him, wealth was an anathema...a disaster for the soul of men...Further, where Christ was in those three days after his death is covered in the Bible and does not mention Mormon or any earthly visits beyond those to his disciples in that period of time.ANSWER:Joseph Smith was an AMAZING man who had a vision of an Angel come to him and tell him of these Golden Plates that were the words of people from many many years before. Joseph Smith was only fourteen when he went to a grove and prayed for help to chose which church to join. Two beings robed in white appeared and told him that he would create a church, and that is what Joseph Smith did. If you have any questions, you may contact a Missionary from the Mormon Church, and note that they have a name tag that states 'Elder' if it is a boy, or 'Sister' if it is a girl, and next to that will be their last name, and under that will be the following: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. They may tell you about anything you ask them. The other option here is to go to the following site:http://www.lds.org/ldsorg/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=62f3dc26cca8b010VgnVCM1000004d82620aRCRD&locale=0When you get there, you may click on the 'Questions about the Church' bar, and that will help you. Joseph Smith was accused of many wrong things. Polygamy is not done in the LDS church, and Joseph Smith was killed because of Cruel, unfair,NO RELIGIOUS FREEDOM!Answer:Joseph Smith organized the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (also known as the LDS Church), and although there are rumors that he practiced polygamy, was a thief, liar, and practiced false doctrine, these things are absolutely not true. He was persecuted for founding the Church, thrown in jails for suppoesed 'wrongs' he did, and was illegaly killed while inprisoned. Throughout this he still believed that the Lord was with him. His life shows denial of religious freedom, which should have been granted to him by the government. Here's a really grate song you should check out :http://www.lds.org/churchmusic/detailmusicPlayer/index.HTML?searchlanguage=1&searchcollection=1&searchseqstart=27&searchsubseqstart=%20&searchseqend=27&searchsubseqend=ZZZJoseph smith is awseome! even though he died he still was the first prophet of the church of Jesus christ of latter day saints!Joseph smith was the founder of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
What made the Mormon religion change their mind about allowing black people to hold the priesthood?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" Church) did not allow blacks of African decendency to hold the priesthood until they received revelation from God that they could. Church members of all races had been praying for this revelation for decades, and most were very upset at the situation. Finally, in June 1978, the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles announced that they had received revelation from God while meeting in the upper room of the Salt Lake Temple that blacks of African decendency could now be admitted into the priesthood. Please note that blacks could always be members of the Church, they were just not permitted to hold priesthood positions in the Church. Also, dark-skinned people of other ancestry were admitted into the priesthood prior to the revelation.
Why were the Mormons so unpopular in the east?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church) became unpopular in the east because many easterners believed anything they heard. False reports and rumors about the Mormons circulated like wildfire. Also, the Mormons practice and preaching were quite different from what most traditional Christians were used to. Many viewed that as a threat to their way of life. The Mormons preached a non-trinitarian God, that there were prophets on the earth today, that God still reveals scripture to mankind. Mormons allowed all races to worship together, opposed slavery, and allowed women to preach. This was all viewed as destructive to traditional Christianity and the social climate at the time.
What was the debate prompted to pope to excommunicate byzantine emperor Leo the third?
The debate that prompted Pope Gregory II to excommunicate Byzantine Emperor Leo III revolved around the issue of iconoclasm, specifically Leo's edict against the veneration of icons and his efforts to remove religious images from churches. The pope viewed this as a direct challenge to the authority of the Church and a threat to traditional Christian practices. Gregory II's excommunication of Leo was a significant moment in the growing divide between the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church, highlighting the tensions over religious authority and the role of images in worship.
Why was Hus a threat to the institutional church?
Jan Hus was a threat to the institutional church primarily because he challenged its authority and practices, particularly regarding issues like clerical corruption and the sale of indulgences. His teachings promoted the idea that the Bible should be the ultimate authority for Christians, undermining the church's control over religious interpretation. Hus's calls for reform resonated with many, leading to increased dissent against the church, which ultimately contributed to the broader Protestant Reformation. His execution in 1415 highlighted the church's intolerance for dissent and its desire to maintain its institutional power.
Why did Bismarck believe Catholics posed a threat to the new German states?
He thought that the Catholics would be more loyal to the church than to Germany
