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Thank you girly Dolphin and krtm, I think I have everything I need now for my paper. As for my views, I was once engaged to someone who was Mormon. He was my first love, however I found his views on this religion to be very hypocritical so I lost respect for him and he broke many important teachings of this religion. As for me I am a Christian. Presbyterian. I have read the book of Mormon and although I would have converted to this religion had I gotten married out of love and respect for my fiancee. I found out he was having an affair on me the entire time we were engaged. I do know individuals actions should not represent an entire religion, but I have learned there are hypocrites in all religions. It is my belief that one does not have to belong, associate or involve themselves with a religious group to find their way into our Lord's heart. Through my class I have a better understanding and respect for all religions. I do not agree that the Mormon religion, like Judaism is the "chosen" religion or that the only way to eternal salvation is through Jesus Christ. If that were the case then all of Asia would be damned for not having lived in Jerusalem at the time of his existence. I respect Buddism, Daoism, Confusisim and believe God works through all faiths. I strongly disagree with any religion that excludes or segregates people like LDS does. The fact that some people are not allowed to enter certain temples proves this. Jesus surrounded himself among the poorest of the poor. He walked hand in hand with Prostitutes, beggars, and thieves. His kingdom is open to anyone that believes in him so excluding these people in a place of worship is wrong. But this is just how I feel. Most of religion has been used to control people and used politically and for monetary gain. Almost every war in this world was fought over religion. It's sad that something so loving and peaceful has brought so much destruction and death. God works through many channels and to say that only one way or that only one religion is the right way would be to say that God excludes, and I don't believe he would ever do that. I do thank everyone for your help. I have a better insight on this religion. Before anyone defines themselves by one religion, I believe they should have knowledge about ALL religions from the beginning of time.

Jason and Checker Boy thanks for responding. Jason, having a wife and rasing a family in this religion, what makes this religion the "right" way or direction for you, and how do you feel about other religions or people from other beliefs? Part of my class calls for defining what I feel may be the "right" or "true" religion and how I feel about other's beliefs. As a Christian I feel LDS have similar foundations of belief to my own. Where they differ is with the Book of Mormon. What other ways do these two religions differ?

wow! That you so much for replying. Some more questions to your responses: Girly Dolphin: 4. How do you handle the negative media stories regarding Polygamy of Mormons? That is the past. Just explain as best I can and move on. What about the more recent news stories? Why is the religion still split on polygamy? 5. Why do you think the role of the man is more important then that of the women in your religion? WE DO NOT THINK THE ROLE OF THE MAN IS MORE IMPORTANT!!!!! We have different roles, not one more important than the other. What are the roles and how come women cannot be missionaries? 6. How do you feel about not being allowed to enter certain temples because you are not seen as spiritually prepared? Absolutely fine. The temple is a sacred place, and if I am not spiritually prepared to be there, I shouldn't be there. How does one become spiritually prepared? 7. How do the teachings from the Latter Day Saints differ from mainstream Christian religions such as Presbyterian, Episcopalian, Lutheran’s, etc? I was raised LDS, so can't tell you exactly. I believe our view of the Godhead is different. We believe in three distinct personages: God, the Father, with a perfected body of flesh and bone; Jesus the Christ, the resurrected Son of God and our Redeemer; and the Holy Ghost. We believe that the Lord directs his Gospel through a living prophet, Gordon B. Hinckley. Who is he in relation to Joesph Smith? Thank you so much!

Thanks Dr. T. I can't seem to get the chat to work for me. It comes up but I can't reply for some reason. For anybody here, I am in finals at the University of Phoenix and for my paper on Religion I picked the LDS religion and need to conduct a short interview of 10 questions to someone that knows a lot about the religion. Perferbly with 10 or more years experience in it. If anyone is interested I can post the questions here and would love to get some feedback. I do not have to use names to conduct my interview. It's just a way for me to learn more about this religion. So here goes the questions, and hopefully I can get a response ASAP. Thanks in advance, and if multiple people would like to respond that would be great too! Thank you so much! 1. What are the important holidays and traditions of this religion? 2. How has religion shaped your life? 3. What are the challenges, if any, to practicing this particular religion? 4. How do you handle the negative media stories regarding Polygamy of Mormons? 5. Why do you think the role of the man is more important then that of the women in your religion? 6. How do you feel about not being allowed to enter certain temples because you are not seen as spiritually prepared? 7. How do the teachings from the Latter Day Saints differ from mainstream Christian religions such as Presbyterian, Episcopalian, Lutheran’s, etc? 8. How were you introduced to this religion, was it passed down from your parents, or were you recruited into the religion? 9. What part of the religion, if any, do you disagree with and why? 10. What are the most beneficial aspects to being Mormon?

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