I think you are quite truthful. Of all the LDS posters on FR, I actually respect you more than any (well, on second though I respect Utah Girl as much). Obviously the feeling is not mutual.
The problem with leaving mormonism, and being vocal about it, is you tend to be seen as a person who is either wrapped up in something sinful, or a bitter hag (as I've also been called.) AND really, this is a problem within the Church with females that speak up, we are seen in a very negative light. There isn't room in Mormonism for questions or disagreement.
I tend to get bristles when I'm attacked. I let my pride take over and I get a bit too agressive at times. You are right to remind me of that particular shortcoming of mine.
But my actions have no bearing on whether or not the claims of the Church are true. If I am telling truth, it shouldn't be seen as an attack. You may wish to correct me if you think my understanding is different than yours, but my conclusions are evey bit as valid as yours, and I have every bit as much right to my experiences and beliefs as you do.
Thank you for the kind words. Be assured that I hold no personal animus toward you, even when we disagree on certain issues. (And I also respect Utah Girl very much.)
The problem with leaving mormonism, and being vocal about it, is you tend to be seen as a person who is either wrapped up in something sinful, or a bitter hag (as I've also been called.) AND really, this is a problem within the Church with females that speak up, we are seen in a very negative light. There isn't room in Mormonism for questions or disagreement.
It is regrettable that anyone would call you names. Unfortunately, some of us forget the Golden Rule and the virtue of charity.
I tend to get bristles when I'm attacked. I let my pride take over and I get a bit too agressive at times. You are right to remind me of that particular shortcoming of mine.
Alas, we all have the tendency toward pride. You are not the only one.
But my actions have no bearing on whether or not the claims of the Church are true. If I am telling truth, it shouldn't be seen as an attack. You may wish to correct me if you think my understanding is different than yours, but my conclusions are evey bit as valid as yours, and I have every bit as much right to my experiences and beliefs as you do.
As I said to you on another thread, long ago, you have to do what you think is right. Each of us will answer to God for our thoughts, our words, and our actions. If you say that God has called you to leave the LDS Church and follow another path, then I am not about to disagree with you.
As for me, I will continue to do what I think God wants me to do.