𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

“To be a believer you must be a literalist with a mind open to infinite possibilities.”

- Hugh Nibley

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

All things considered, if I had to pick one true religion, it would be Roman Catholicism.

Definitely has “main character energy.”

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

I think I would definitely fit in more with Roman Catholicism than Evangelicalism. I get along fine with Evangelicals, but my beliefs are far more Catholic, or at least sympathetic towards Catholicism. Things that scandalize Evangelicals don’t bother me at all.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

Am I Roman Catholic? No.

Could I be Roman Catholic? Yes.

I am totally disillusioned with Evangelicalism, for theological, historical, and cultural reasons.

I am drawn towards Roman Catholicism.

I can only remain Evangelical if I do so in the style of guys like Norman Geisler.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

It makes more sense to argue for a specific denomination than mere Christianity. No such thing exists in my opinion, unless we are willing to arbitrarily exclude some from the fold while including others. There ought to be a clear criteria. Roman Catholicism offers this clarity.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

Mormonism is Christian. It is also heretical. Both things can be true.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

Is Mormonism polytheistic?

I think that is what Joseph Smith taught in the King Follett Discourse and in the Sermon in the Grove. I think that is what is taught in the Book of Abraham. I also think that is what is taught in the Journal of Discourses.

So my answer is yes. It is.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

I think the historical record is clear that if Joseph Smith did in fact privately practice polygamy, while publicly condemning the practice, then he was a deceiver.

I think @MonogamistJoe’s kind of work is admirable for defending Joseph’s credibility as a prophet.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

I am not interested in proving Mormonism false to Mormons.

I am interested in understanding Mormonism. I find it fascinating.

I am interested in the claims for and against it.

I believe it is false, but also incredibly sophisticated for a 19th century farmer to invent for fun.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

Are there Mormon miracles that could vindicate the Restoration? I am not aware of any. The claim that God abandoned His people to apostasy for most of Church history doesn’t make sense to me.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

The fact that Joseph Smith dabbled in the occult is evidence that he could have been influenced by demons.

If the Great Apostasy is true, the same could be said of Roman Catholics: they were deceived by Satan for centuries.

Parable of Wheat and Tares makes that seem unlikely.

[Polymarket @Polymarket]

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[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

@CapturingChrist @ThoughtfulSaint

You guys should debate this topic.

“Which religion is more influenced by Greek philosophy: Mormonism or Catholicism?”

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

Mormon cosmology is fascinating:

1. All things are material.
2. Spirit is refined matter.
3. Souls are eternal.

It seems to me that eternal principles are values that exist. They are more fundamental than God. They are unchanging.

@polysophical care to add to this? 🤔

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

Q: If you strip this cosmology of the Mormonism, what is it most like?

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

Mormonism is Neoplatonic, but cooler.

Mormonism is ONE HUNDRED PERCENT influenced by Greek philosophy.

It is arguably more Greek, and less Hebrew, than Roman Catholicism. #LatterDaySaint

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

They are some of the most dangerous drugs on the market. Benzodiazepine and alcohol are like the only two substances where the withdrawals can kill you. Benzos are also highly addictive and pushed on people like candy.

[Sarah☦️ @sarahdactyl123]

I have a theory that SSRI’s and benzos make you more prone to demonic influence. Idk how to explain it, but that is my theory.

[God Questioner @God_Questioner]

If God is real, honest questions shouldn’t threaten Him.

[𝕽𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖗 @RealRangoStarr]

“Intelligence is the absolute, uncreated ground. The Father is its fullest current expression—but not the final one. The path is open. Exaltation is the infinite participation in that same Intelligence, culminating in full union with it, without losing personhood.”