Jodilean
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Whoever told you that you did not have a pretty face is jealous. You are a very cute girl.
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The question isn't whether it's right or wrong...there is a separation of church and state in this county. In my opinion, the question is constitutionality. My opinion is that it is not constitutional to prohibit SSM--hence the reason why GWB wanted an amendment to the constitution. Of course, that would have been wrong as well, because that interferes with State's rights--but that is another argument.
While I morally think SSM wrong, I do not believe anyone has a right to legislate anyones morality beyond what society as a whole deems immoral--murder, stealing, etc. As soon as I start to tell people how to live their privates lives, they will start telling me how to live mine--I'd prefer to keep Uncle Sam out of my own bedroom, therefore, I don't see the need to send him into a SS couple's bedroom. Thier relationship is between them and God, not you and them.
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Something no one has brought up is that pornography--that depicted on film and in magazines, is belittling to women. I have no respect for women who are so desperate for money or attention that they would degrade themselves in front of millions of people. I can't imagine the men watching have much respect for them either, considering what they are doing while watching it.
In addition, men who are addicted to porn--generally speaking, not specifically--may begin to prefer self gratification over the long run then being intimate with their partners. I have to wonder if over the long term, men/women who are addicted to porn expect their spouses to look and act like what they see being depicted online, on a video, or in a magazine?
People say that it's harmless, but that's like saying tobacco is harmless...it's out there to make people rich and it's one of Satans successful strategies to destroy marriages.
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I did not say the movie was factual. I don't believe we know where the Nephites or Lamanites lived (which was made clear by the producer of the movie.) I found it interesting, however, that many people have no idea who the Hopewell Indians were, and how advanced they were.
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Just saw a movie produced by Steve Smoot about a lost civilization in America as advanced as Roman and Greek society that was demolished by early settlers and "hidden" by the Smithsonian. Anyone heard of this? They included evidence of Egyptian and Hebrew religious sites as well--like the Middle Eastern type temple in Tenn.
Interesting film, I recommend seeing it if you have an interest in Archaeology.
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Welcome, good to see you have power there in Mass.
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I appreciate the warm welcome.
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Hello,
My name is Jody. About 10 years ago while living in the Midwest, I left the church (long story and unimportant), but now I am "back". Basically, I've been called to repentance, and have reaffirmed my belief in Jesus Christ and His gospel. What brought me back? The example of some LDS friends I have who never asked questions and never judged me. I'm reading the Book of Mormon, praying, and even my non-member husband is planning on being baptized!!
Living the Gospel
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Ten years ago I became inactive because I thought living the Gospel was too hard--it required too much of me. I had a long list of "commandments" and I had such a hard time keeping all of them, I gave up.
I thought I was free. I thought I was happier. Then last January, my non-member husband expressed an interest in the church. He took the discussions, and I sat along with him. I decided to read the Book of Mormon cover to cover. I had read it before, but this time it was different. I had never felt that way before. I became truly converted--my heart, my soul, all of me. Now I know that I am happy. Not living the gospel actually made me pretty miserable.
After counseling with my Bishop, the freedom and PEACE I felt was like nothing I had ever felt before. I only wish everyone could experience this....because I do notice now that so many seem as if there heart is not into the gospel. They are just going through the motions. For instance, I read another forum last night where lots and lots of women did nothing but complain about garments. 10 years ago, I would have used that as an excuse to join in the bad mouthing. Now, I look at it as an opportunity to be thankful for my testimony, and to pray for those who do not have a testimony.
Thanks for letting me share,
Jody