I’m sorry, but nothing you could say would hurt my feelings.
Frankly, to anyone who knows me at all, the notion that someone could tell me what to think or do is laughable. I wasn’t raised by active LDS people. My father, who was a prince, thought it was “hocus pocus.” My mother was a lapsed Mormon.
I’ve been fortunate to spend a good part of my academic and professional life around truly brilliant people — people who are smarter than me, and without a doubt, smarter than any of the anti-Mormon zealots on FR. Some have been believers, some have not. I’ve questioned and studied it out for myself, and decided that I agree with the believers. And, beyond the intellectual appeal of the Church to me, I have had spiritual experiences that I cannot deny, and wouldn’t think to discuss on a place like FR.
My decision to live within and by the teachings of the Mormon church has reaped nothing but benefits for me and for my children. So, do your worst. Nothing you or anyone else on FR could say would change or cheapen that.
With that, I’m through with this thread.
...And without even an attempt disprove the quotes of the prophets listed here. I am sorry you are so afraid, but respect your right to religious freedom.
You know, Joseph Smith said on many occasions that nobody will get into heaven without his ok....I wonder if God will use this as a test. Only he knows, but I intend to be prepared by knowing who I choose.
Sounds like someone who has sat under the tutelage of Prof. Robert Millet!!