Posted on 10/09/2011 10:22:04 PM PDT by Ripliancum
"...It probably irks Mitt to have to discuss his faith in this way, but the Mormon debate could be of net benefit to his campaign.
...True, there is a small but significant minority who say they would never vote for a Mormon. According to Gallup, its around 22 percent of the population. But opposition to Mormonism doesnt come from conservative Evangelicals or Catholics. On the contrary, Gallups polls show that its a liberal thing. Only 7 percent of Baptists and Catholics wouldnt vote for a Mormon, compared with 32 percent of gays and 49 percent of atheists. Amusingly, the figure is also much, much higher among Mormons, at 22 percent. Thats right, 22 percent of Mormons would never vote for a Mormon. Perhaps they know something we dont."
(Excerpt) Read more at blogs.telegraph.co.uk ...
And for the NOT 'some'; they will continue to yell,
"I LOVE Jesus!"
They succeeded in killing Joseph, but he had finished his work.He was a servant of God, and gave us the Book of Mormon.He said the Bible was right in the main, but, through the translators and others, many precious portions were suppressed, and several other portions were wrongly translated; and now his testimony is in force, for he has sealed it with his blood.As I have frequently told them, no man in this dispensation will enter the courts of heaven, without the approbation of the Prophet Joseph Smith, Jun.Who has made this so?Have I?Have this people?Have the world?No; but the Lord Jehovah has decreed it.If I ever pass into the heavenly courts, it will be by the consent of the Prophet Joseph.If you ever pass through the gates into the Holy City, you will do so upon his certificate that you are worthy to pass.Can you pass without his inspection?No; neither can any person in this dispensation, which is the dispensation of the fulness of times.In this generation, and in all the generations that are to come, everyone will have to undergo the scrutiny of this Prophet.They say that they killed Joseph, and they will yet come with their hats under their arms and bend to him; but what good will it do them, unless they repent?They can come in a certain way and find favor, but will they?
--JOURNAL OF DISCOURSES, vol. 8, p. 224
Temple Recommend Questions
1 Do you have faith in and a testimony of God the Eternal Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost? 2 Do you have a testimony of the Atonement of Christ and of His role as Savior and Redeemer? 3 Do you have a testimony of the restoration of the gospel in these the latter days? 4 Do you sustain the President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as the Prophet, Seer, and Revelator and as the only person on the earth who possesses and is authorized to exercise all priesthood keys? Do you sustain members of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles as prophets, seers, and revelators? Do you sustain the other General Authorities and local authorities of the Church? 5 Do you live the law of chastity? 6 Is there anything in your conduct relating to members of your family that is not in harmony with the teachings of the Church? 7 Do you support, affiliate with, or agree with any group or individual whose teachings or practices are contrary to or oppose those accepted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? 8 Do you strive to keep the covenants you have made, to attend your sacrament and other meetings, and to keep your life in harmony with the laws and commandments of the gospel? 9 Are you honest in your dealings with your fellowmen? 10 Are you a full-tithe payer? 11 Do your keep the Word of Wisdom? 12 Do you have financial or other obligations to a former spouse or children? If yes, are you current in meeting those obligations? 13 If you have previously received your temple endowment: Do you keep the covenants that you made in the temple? Do you wear the garment both night and day as instructed in the endowment and in accordance with the covenant you made in the temple? 14 Have there been any sins or misdeeds in your life that should have been resolved with priesthood authorities but have not been? 15 Do you consider yourself worthy to enter the Lord's house and participate in temple ordinances? |
And actually produce EVIDENCE.
Mitt Romneys pinch of humor falls flat in N.H. (Later admits being untruthful)
Mitt Romney's 'awkward, delusional' unemployment gaffe [fantastically stupid]
Romney is What's Wrong With the Republican Party [gloBULL warming]
Romney: I think I line up pretty well with the Tea Party [LOL]
No to phony Slick Mitty, no matter what his 'religion' is.
Romney’s comment on islam.....
“If you want my views on Islam, it’s quite straightforward. Islam is one of the world’s great religions and the great majority of people in Islam want peace for themselves and peace with their maker
Romney’s comment on islam.....
“If you want my views on Islam, it’s quite straightforward. Islam is one of the world’s great religions and the great majority of people in Islam want peace for themselves and peace with their maker”
MP3 File
This is the audio clip of Dallin H. Oaks, current Mormon Apostle leader, from the PBS documentary, "The Mormons", declaring unequivocally:
"IT'S WRONG TO CRITICIZE LEADERS OF THE (MORMON) CHURCH, EVEN IF THE CRITICISM IS TRUE."Don't criticize?
Mutt’s problemo has nuttin to do wit his religous doctrine.
I got 10 other reasons for opposing his nomination.
Funny, I might be convinced to support Orin Hatch over Romney but he ain’t running.
#330 - your link...
I don’t like the SOB, I have no use for him,but if he is the nominee what can I do?
The Media and the POS Republican leadership are working hard to put him up against Obama.
Probably because they know he cannot beat Obama.
We cannot stand another 4 years of Obama, Not sure we can stand 4 years of Romney. We just have to hope, and work to be sure, he is beaten in the primary’s
I don't recall that either of these folks ever claiming to actually BE Temple worthy.
So very few MORMONs actually are.
And both faiths recognize their significant difference in doctrine.
Damn you!
/S
I don't recall that either of these folks ever claiming to actually BE Temple worthy.
So very few MORMONs actually are.
Now THIS they can spout continually!
the secret signs, tokens, and handshakes necessary to pass...
As a Mason I recognize those terms in conjunction with each other and I am also aware of their plagiarism of Masonic rites and ritual.
You'v e come a LONG way; Baby!!
Watch this video on www.youtube.com
and I'm a MormonWife, mother, and Mayor. My name is Mia Love, and I'm a Mormon. YouTube.com/Mormon |
What would THIS have cost a MORMON; back in the GOOD OL' Days?
When will someone ask Mitt Romney if the Mormon church ever taught that all other churches are apostate?
What is your answer?
How much pain can you take?
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