Today was Mitt Romney's address on his religion, I think he handled it wonderfully. Our country is founded on the freedom of religion and a separation of church and state. For those who are disappointed or upset that he did not explain his religious beliefs, here is what Joseph Smith would tell you and what he told the world in a letter in reply to a news papers inquiries to what the members of the LDS faith believe.
This is it, this is now contained in the scriptures and explains very plainly and openly what our beliefs are.
People who have questions or think we are a bunch of crazies should take the time to really learn about what we believe and how we live. There are no horns, no multiple wives... Yeah there are minivans, and lots of kids and with that lots of strong marriages and happy families. There are standards that we strive to keep which keep us safe and healthy and happy.
THE ARTICLES OF FAITH
OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
History of the Church, Vol. 4, pp. 535—541
1 We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.
2 We believe that men will be punished for their own sins, and not for Adam’s transgression.
3 We believe that through the Atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved, by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the Gospel.
4 We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.
5 We believe that a man must be called of God, by prophecy, and by the laying on of hands by those who are in authority, to preach the Gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof.
6 We believe in the same organization that existed in the Primitive Church, namely, apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, evangelists, and so forth.
7 We believe in the gift of tongues, prophecy, revelation, visions, healing, interpretation of tongues, and so forth.
8 We believe the Bible to be the word of God as far as it is translated correctly; we also believe the Book of Mormon to be the word of God.
9 We believe all that God has revealed, all that He does now reveal, and we believe that He will yet reveal many great and important things pertaining to the Kingdom of God.
10 We believe in the literal gathering of Israel and in the restoration of the Ten Tribes; that Zion (the New Jerusalem) will be built upon the American continent; that Christ will reign personally upon the earth; and, that the earth will be renewed and receive its paradisiacal glory.
11 We claim the privilege of worshiping Almighty God according to the dictates of our own conscience, and allow all men the same privilege, let them worship how, where, or what they may.
12 We believe in being subject to kings, presidents, rulers, and magistrates, in obeying, honoring, and sustaining the law.
13 We believe in being honest, true, chaste, benevolent, virtuous, and in doing good to all men; indeed, we may say that we follow the admonition of Paul—We believe all things, we hope all things, we have endured many things, and hope to be able to endure all things. If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy, we seek after these things.
Joseph Smith
For more information go to http://www.mormon.org/
2 comments:
Very nice post! I just finished reading what Mitt Romney said in his speech, I also think he did a great job and made it very clear that he (and members of this church) are accepting of all religions. I'm glad you posted this!
I couldn't agree with you more! I loved his address and listened to it more than once. He was very democratic about it... lol especially as a republican... lol! Anyway KUDOS to him for just reminding us how horrible people are. We could give aid when the floods come, and the fires and natural disasters, and yet we are all still "vile" people. When the end comes thank goodness that someone will be prepared. Can't we all jsut get along?
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