Author: Bill McKeever
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The Protective Garments of the Holy Priesthood
Do temple garments offer protection to the wearer? Joanna Brooks, a Mormon writing for Religion Dispatches, an online magazine, bemoaned “Bill Maher’s Issues with Mormon Underwear” made by the irreverent comedian on the David Letterman show ([Religious Dispatches, April 27, 2011](http://www.religiondispatches.org/dispatches/joannabrooks/4548/bill_maher’s_issues_with_mormon_underwear)). The topic turned to Mormon presidential candidate Mitt Romney and, according to Ms. Brooks,…
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Является ли Мормонизм Христианством? (Is Mormonism Christianity?)
В 1998, Апостол Бойд Пакер церкви Святых Последних Дней (ЦСПД) жаловался о тех кто подвергает сомнению христианство Церкви Святых Последних Дней. “Это одна вещь говорить что мы не их вид Христианe,” говорил Пакер, “И совсем другoe характеризировать нас как не Христиан вообще.”
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Является ли Мормонизм Христианством?
В 1998, Апостол Бойд Пакер церкви Святых Последних Дней (ЦСПД) жаловался о тех кто подвергает сомнению христианство Церкви Святых Последних Дней. “Это одна вещь говорить что мы не их вид Христианe,” говорил Пакер, “И совсем другoe характеризировать нас как не Христиан вообще.”
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Abortion and LDS Inconsistency
There are good reasons to show why abortion is not a viable choice for Christians. Hear the Viewpoint on Mormonism broadcast for Jan. 21, 2015 that deals with this topic at the Roe v. Wade anniversary and read an article on this topic by Bill McKeever.
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Is This Bigotry? A Response to Latter-day Saints Who Say, "We Never Criticize Christian Churches"
When Dr. Robert Jeffress, the senior pastor of the 10,000-member First Baptist Church of Dallas, Texas referred to Mitt Romney’s Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a cult, he caused a firestorm among Mormons and those in the media. Sadly, even though Dr. Jeffress carefully explained that his comment was within the context…
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Where are the Gold Plates Now?
By Bill McKeeverAccording to Mormon lore, Smith claimed to receive the “few plates” from Moroni in 1827 and from them translated the Book of Mormon. When he was finished translating the plates he gave them back to the angel who he claimed “has them in his charge” (Joseph Smith History 1:60). Many ask, “Where are…
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Christopher Nemelka – The Reincarnated Hyrum Smith?
By Bill McKeever He is the head of the Wordwide United Foundation, an organization that claims it alone has the solution to worldwide poverty and inequality. But this claim pales in comparison to Christopher Marc Nemelka’s belief that he is the reincarnated Hyrum Smith, the brother of Mormonism’s founder, Joseph Smith. Nemelka insists that while working…
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Aren’t All Mormons ‘Procrastinating Their Repentance’?
By Bill McKeever Listen Ninth LDS President David O. McKay, once wrote: “The fallacy that Jesus has done all for us, and live as we may, if on our deathbed, we only believe, we shall be saved in his glorious presence, is most pernicious. Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world, has given us the…
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Sacrament Promises That Will Always Be Broken
By Bill McKeever Each week millions of faithful members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints partake in what they call the sacrament service. Though similar to the Christian tradition of communion in that members are asked to reflect on the life of Christ and His sacrifice, the sacrament meeting does have some…
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Persecution and Polygamy: How Many Mormons Actually Died as a Result of 19th Century Persecution?
By Bill McKeever Listen It is rare to hear a Mormon tell of his church’s history without a reference being made to the persecution the Mormons faced in Missouri and Illinois during the 1830s and 1840s. That Mormons were mistreated is a matter of actual history, and I certainly have no intention to downplay any…
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Questions for Glenn Beck
The debate over Christians forming political alliances with other faiths was highlighted by Glenn Beck at the “Restoring Honor Rally,” raising questions about his beliefs.
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The Not-So Mormon Soteriology of Glenn Beck
Glenn Beck, a Mormon, discussed individual salvation on his show, contrasting it with Black liberation theology and traditional Mormon teachings. He emphasized salvation through grace and a personal relationship with Jesus, challenging conventional LDS beliefs.
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1835 D&C 101
ON MARRIAGE.
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W. Cleon Skousen – The Man Behind Glenn Beck
Glenn Beck, a prominent conservative media figure and Mormon, faces criticism for his views on history and socialism. His political insights are influenced by W. Cleon Skousen, a controversial Mormon author.
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An Account of the Mountain Meadows Massacre as Described by John D. Lee
The testimony of Lee given to his attorney, William W. Bishop that describes the events leading to, and during, the Mountain Meadows massacre of 1857.
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The First Vision’s Slow Entrance Into the LDS Story
When addressing the subject of Joseph Smith’s personal encounter with God the Father and Jesus Christ, Gordon B. Hinckley, the fifteenth president of the LDS Church, stated, “There’s no other event in all recorded history that compares with it, not even at the baptism of the Savior” (“Testimony of the First Vision,” Church News, July 1,…
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"Mercy Cannot Rob Justice" — The Need for Mormons to Merit Exaltation
Listen I recall listening on the news to some of the eulogy given at the funeral of a Mormon murder victim. It was not unlike many funeral messages I’ve heard. Much of it dealt with the positive aspects of the deceased’s personality and achievements. It also included a hopeful message that the deceased was experiencing…
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‘Raising the Bar’ at Mormon Coffee
When Mormon Apostle M. Russell Ballard called on members of the LDS Church to defend their faith on the Internet, I immediately thought to myself that this will probably end up badly. It seems that I am not the only one who has noticed. In December 2007, Ballard bemoaned what he saw as an abundance…
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A Response to the Mysterious "Paul Allen" Letter on Mormons
By Bill McKeever For several years now, Mormons have been circulating an email allegedly written by NFL owner Paul Allen that they feel supports the claim that Mormons are Christians. First of all, there was a letter written by a Paul Allen that praised the Mormons that was printed in a Santa Clarita, California newspaper,…
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Regarding an Open Canon
Speaking at the 178th semi-annual General Conference in Salt Lake City (April, 2008), Mormon Apostle Jeffrey Holland gave what he called his defense against those who “erroneously” claim that the LDS Church is not Christian. In this talk Holland discussed what he called the “bold assertion that God continues to speak His word and to reveal His truth. Revelations…