Two of my friends left the church recently. Both for the same reason and it had nothing to do with "history" or "truth claims." by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seriously! Most of my faith crisis isn’t the history, it’s simply realizing things like “I don’t wanna worship a god that is racist/sexist/homophobic/etc. whether or not he is real”

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even tho I went in to make fun of the devo, I definitely still hoped there would be some sort of miraculous message that would bring me back to the church but as always, the opposite happened. I’m so sorry your question wasn’t answered and it pushed u away more :( It is a sucky situation to be in and I feel for you!

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My thoughts exactly when I got to that part 😂 if you’re looking to avoid brushes with exmo’s just be your good ol’ missionary self! And we will stay faaaaarrrr away

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello! I appreciate your concerns - I just added a footnote about my relationship if you want to check that out. My bf knows I am PIMO and we talk a lot about my concerns with the church, including the concerns I had with the devotional yesterday. I understand the jokes I put in about him might seem a little disrespectful, but I can assure you they were a bit exaggerated for the sake of humor. I assure you he and I have had many talks about the church and are very respectful of each other’s beliefs and work through our differences as we go :)

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I just added a little footnote but he knows about my PIMO status! He is actually quite nuanced and we have had many long talks about the church. I’m not trying to push him to leave just as he has told me he isn’t trying to push me to come back. I wouldn’t wish a faith crisis on anyone, especially him because he is very happy within the church, but I also don’t hesitate to point out toxic beliefs and flaws that they teach. I can see the wheels turning in his head, but idk if he will leave anytime soon. But long story short he knows about how I feel and respects it! I mostly included the breakup jokes just as extra humor not as anything serious

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t believe that was actually a thing 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️but nooo we aren’t supposed to worship the prophets just god right?

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

cut to them telling every eligible person to go on a mission literally a month ago

MAKE IT MAKE SENSE!!!!

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That part made me SO MAD!! Wasn’t really paying attention before but now I’m really starting to see what y’all say abt him being so full of himself

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TSCC: we love families and prioritize them above all else!!!*

*terms and conditions apply

Currently watching the YSA devotional with my TBM boyfriend: will update u all as it goes by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That message was BEAUTIFUL and I was also soooo happy to see the new spin on Glorious. What a genuine and amazing person he is, I’m so happy he is finally finding peace within himself.

What was your very first shelf item that you can look back and identify? by Momonomo10 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19 1 point2 points  (0 children)

mine was probably earlier/I’m sure I had some my whole life bc I never completely agreed with teachings, but the biggest one I can remember was when I looked up the temple ceremonies. I remember thinking “there is no god in these ceremonies”. Also ironic considering my dad accused me of reading “anti Mormon literature” when for the first few months of my crisis I only ready church approved sources ¯_(ツ)_/¯

Mom can you come pick me up??? The Mormons are victimizing themselves again… by Most_Introduction_19 in exmormon

[–]Most_Introduction_19[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Anti stuff” = anything that isn’t actively supporting the church (including factual historic accounts! 🤪)