@DrFisura@therealjimmyboy@MikeSMillerArt You can interpret those lines another way with the right context. This further shows the issue that just because you have an interpretation does not mean you have the right one.
@Camila_Rocha Doesn't mean it's false just not verified by scholarly outsiders. The funny thing is though, the moment that they join the church, because they believe it, they're no longer counted as scholarly outsiders.....
The Book of Mormon is a friend you can turn to in dark times. It was written by people who lived and learned. Their life lessons will teach and guide you through your life and it will change you for the good.
@thebookofmormon It has shown me that God is the most amazing, wonderful and loving being. This has given me a desire to be close to him and close to his children, to love and serve him and his children, to let go of childish things and be my best self for him and for them.
@pimomormon I think it comes more down to relations than sins. Sin isn't so much about breaking a rule as it is about breaking a relationship. The church is designed to be a place to develop relationships just like a family is. You can do this outside the church but it's often harder.
@StallionCornell Sin isn't so much about breaking a rule, it's about breaking a relationship. When you leave you break your relationship with God and his people. The point of the commandments are not to restrict, they are to create an environment where relationships can flourish.
@Faustzme@ldsabuse@ChristoffDTodd Yes we should, but the way we do it matters. I don't think the leadership is perfect. Looking for ways to help them will get better results. I just worry that sometimes people are too quick to criticize. I cannot imagine their job is easy.
@ldsabuse I am also sorry if I caused you any unnecessary discomfort. I had hoped my comment would bring peace to your heart. I try my best to have kind conversation on X but I can from time to time say things the wrong way.
@ldsabuse I'm sorry you feel that way. It's better to forgive then to let the hate destroy you. Hate and hostility only destroy. They do not heal. I hope someday you can find the way to do that.
@PIMOMoroni It's all perspective thing. Some cheer because they see it as God's moving the work along others cheer because they see it as more freedom to do the things they think will make them happy. Truth, God wants his people to be happy and will adjust his policies for optimal happiness.
@John_Stone_@sister_slay Polygamy is no greater than monogamy. Monogamy is God's plan for the majority of God's children. Polygamy is only intended for a small sunset.
@sister_slay This is a fact. Hands down LDS had the best theology. The only argument one could offer is that it's not real. I'm not 100% on anything and so if I have to guess I'm going with the one with the best outcomes in this life and the next. The odds are in my favor.