re: “1. I detest mormonISM..born into it, lived it and left it. 2. Lived with mormons for years...they are no better or worse than any other group of people. I personally know this.
Why do you defend the sect? How much, exactly do you KNOW about the doctrines and practices?”
I think we need to give the Mormonism thing a rest. I’m not a Romney supporter, I’m not Mormon, although I know quite a bit about Mormon doctrine and theology. I disagree with Mormon theology regarding salvation, their view of the Diety of Christ, and a whole bunch of other things -
However, that being said, Romney is not running for Pastor or Priest (though I do believe personal character is important and relevant) and, he seems to be a descent enough fellow morally.
I think we must focus on what these candidates stand for on the political issues - not their religion per se.
I don’t see Romney making a big issue of his Mormonism nor do I see him attempting to make his home state a Mormon theocracy - do you? Why think he would do that with the country as a whole?
Your constant harping on his religion just isn’t helping anything. All you are doing is alienating people (for the wrong reasons). You are not changing any minds about Romney - you’re just making people mad (of course, if that is your intent then you’ve been quite successful).
So, I advise once again - give it a rest. Go after him for his political stands - not his religion - it just isn’t relevant in this instance.
However, that being said, Romney is not running for Pastor or Priest (though I do believe personal character is important and relevant) and, he seems to be a descent enough fellow morally.
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He is pro-abortion, and pro gay marriage HOW exactly does that make him decent morally?
Religion matters because worldview matters and his worldview includes him working to become a God of his own planet and fulfilling a prophecy that states Mormonism will take over the US government.
If you really want to know about why Mitt’s religion matters read “When Salt Lake City Calls” by Rocky Hulse.
Finally, if we do end up with Mitt as nominee (God forbid) Mormonism will be front and center so these cries of ‘it doesn’t matter’ is putting your head in the sand.