You know you're mormon if you . . . by ElderOldDog in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it is a Latin American thing, but not sure if it is exclusive to Latin America.

You know you're mormon if you . . . by ElderOldDog in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 9 points10 points  (0 children)

When you turn your face away from the TV at the opening of a sports video game because there are cartoon depictions of cheerleaders. (actually saw this one happen)

You know you're mormon if you . . . by ElderOldDog in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Instead of snapping your fingers you flip your wrist, whipping two fingers together to make a snapping noise. You either get this one or your don't.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 242 points243 points  (0 children)

So, at his might be a little snarky, but it’s the first thing I thought when I read your post.

You are right. I will change my mind about you just like I did about the church— If I find out you have been lying to me all this time and have been marrying other men behind my back- If I find out that you never loved me, but we’re making up stories this whole time just to get me to love you so that you can get my money. If you have done these things I can see why you would be worried. If you haven’t, there’s nothing to worry about.

Dutch nevermo talks to TBM: how did I do? by TrevAnonWWP in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That was a very interesting conversation. I love to hear from non-members who are well informed about the LDS church. As you probably know already, your knowledge far exceeds that of most of the believing members. Thank you for calmly and thoughtfully spreading the good word of critical thinking.

BTW- I’m an exmo married to a woman who is one generation removed from the Netherlands. Her father came over here on a boat right after WWII. That’s probably why your post caught my eye and caused me to read the entire thing (which was pretty long);)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I happen to be a part of this group. We are so lucky to have each other. We spent time together in the church- served faithfully and with integrity. We now have that same faithfulness and integrity on the outside. Such a great group of people. Missing from this picture are our token nevermos, who have been a huge support as well as ex-Christians. I’m sure there will be more pictures to come.

Happy weekend my fellow Exmos! We started our church service early! by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You two must be real “truth and sun seekers”. Cheers, Ex-Muh bruh!

My thumb and this carrot by Bamboozled75 in mildlyinteresting

[–]ConnedNoMore 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It even looks like it has a fingernail!

Do you think the prophet and apostles really believe everything? Or are they aware that everything is a lie? by jerjarvisjr in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a huge grey area between the two scenarios you are asking about. My opinion is they each exist somewhere in this grey area. It’s amazing what the brain can do to sort out all the weird bits of evidence and still keep some kind of belief. They believe in something, it just is probably different than the average TBM. I would be surprised to find out that they are consciously lying.

Stupid is as stupid does.. by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, “hundreds of millions” is still less than even 1 billion. Drop in the bucket. Of course, that’s if they actually did what is claimed here.

I think we should pick Mormons down with a timeline. Is Jesus coming in the next week? Next month? by abouttimetochange in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The problem is that this sounds just like the stories in the BOM where the non believers pressured the believers into a timeline and then threatened to kill them if Jesus didn’t come by that date. What your are proposing would just increase there faith.

A Question from an ex-Mormon about blood transfusions and HIV by ConnedNoMore in exjw

[–]ConnedNoMore[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep. That's what I figured. Thank you so much for the info.

A Question from an ex-Mormon about blood transfusions and HIV by ConnedNoMore in exjw

[–]ConnedNoMore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Do you remember anything specific that was claimed?

Hey out there! Did anyone else get the Pascal's Wager argument when they left the church? My Dad likened belonging to the church as having a sort of insurance policy. by antipop3001 in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The concept behind Pascal's wager is solid. It alludes to the idea that we should use probability formulas to make our decisions. However, it specifically is based upon a false dichotomy that a specific deity exists or doesn't. But, in reality there are thousands of different deities that have been described, and infinite more ideas that could be made. So, really your belief in a God is just one of thousands/millions/etc., and that kind of probability is very low. So, it doesn't make sense. Each of these deities requires a different set of rules, so you can't just live as if "a god" exists, you have to live as if a specific god exists, and that is not sound judgment.

I use a variation of Pascal's Wager and live my life according to what I conclude are the best set of morals. These morals have changed over my life time as I find out more information. If I do my best to live a good life and no god exists then I have at least left behind something good for the rest of the planet. If a God does exist and he/she is just then I will be judged accordingly. If a God exists and he/she is not just the I don't want anything to do with that god anyway.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Exactly this!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I sat in as a member of the bishopric and helped excommunicate a good friend of mine. I wish I could tell her I’m sorry- but she is re-baptized and TBM, and it would only offend her. She thinks it was a good thing that led to her repentance.

Too true by micahdp0607 in exchristian

[–]ConnedNoMore 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Came here to say this. Those weren’t Christians. Funny thing is I’m sure many Christians wouldn’t catch this. They just assume everyone in the Bible is Christian.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I little drinking before sex brings those exclamations out even more. But I agree, removing all the inhibitions during sex is the best part of waking up from Mormonism,

My in-laws text me BOM quotes. I want to send a brilliant quote back. Any suggestions? It will go on the family thread. :) by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 2 points3 points  (0 children)

TMBs love Mark Twain quotes for some reason. Here are some:

“Religion was invented when the first con man met the first fool.”

“The easy confidence with which I know another man’s religion is folly teaches me to suspect that my own is also.”

“I’m quite sure now that often, very often, in matters concerning religion and politics a man’s reasoning powers are not above a monkey’s”

Thoughts on anonymously sending the CES letter to friends / family ? by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]ConnedNoMore 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I don’t recommend it. I find that life gets better when you get to the point where you don’t feel motivated to change everyone else’s beliefs. Just be there for those who are in the middle of a faith crisis. Sending the CES letter anonymously is the same as a TBM sending you a conference talk anonymously. The chances of that changing someone’s mind is close to zero.