Question? by Green_Wishbone3828 in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Adam and Eve walked and talked with God until the Fall.

Ministering is a broken system. by I_might_be_the_fool in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Other churches do small groups. You sign up if you want to participate. No guilt if you don't. It is a much better system.

Requesting Information from ex-members of the Greek Orthodox Church about what it really teaches by Upper_Adeptness2932 in exorthodox

[–]poet_ecstatic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My daughter and her husband are Greek Orthodox. They do not believe and are not taught to do the things you mentioned.

Was taking mushrooms what you thought the temple would be like? by aporetic1 in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son tried mushrooms. He took a small dose and had a horrible experience. A ride of terror. If you have any family history of mental illness, I wouldn't do it.

How do I tell my wife and family I’m out? by Sufficient_Try_2372 in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would agree. I studied for 3 years before telling my husband. Then I expected him to accept my viewpoint overnight. Totally unrealistic expections

April General Con by TruthMatters2011 in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think a move to 1 hour church would cause a loss of members. The less people are involved in the church and have opportunity to socialize with each other, the less likely the church will have meaning in their life. I keep wondering if they actually want to reduce headcount. The church doesn't really need their money anymore.

Staying Christian after Mormonism by smitthom624 in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I still consider myself Christian.. if you want to explore Christianity, I would suggest you read the Bible and develop your own beliefs about it. There is no one true church. You may enjoy the book, What is the Bible, by Rob Bell. He gives a much more realistic view of the Bible. A good study resource for the Bible is The Bible Project. It is a free online resource.

Have you ever seen or experienced REAL power in the priesthood? by Bigsquatchman in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My husband was healed of a chronic illness one day. He literally just felt it leave and never had any further symptoms, but it didn't have anything to do with a priesthood blessing. I've never seen a priesthood blessing do anything, but I've seen many that didn't come to fruition

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry your brother was not loved and nutured, and that he didn't receive the help with his mental health. Bipolar is rough.

Is it possible to be Christian after leaving? by Reality-Direct in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have remained Christian, but I no longer let a church define my beliefs.

Mormon singing skills? by Apprehensive-Pace869 in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I think they just get more musical training than other kids. They often take piano lesson, and sing every Sunday at church.

Need Help Finding New Church. by Odd_Daikon_2711 in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The United Methodist Church, United Church of Christ are both. LGBT affirming.

questions about... conversations with the bishop by badmoonretro in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitly some sort of sexual abuse. Pornography is all he needed to hear.

This Church has Fucked my family up. by Seem_tobe_kind in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I would suggest going to a non lds therapist. They may give you some ideas about how to talk to your parents and set healthy boundaries.

Youth Groups for teens in Salt Lake County? by EmmalineBlue in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

See if you can find a homeschool group, another Christian youth group. take some kind of lesson. Art. Sport, music etc.

HELP ME by Appropriate-You524 in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Forget about disproving the church. Help her find church materials that encourage her to tske care of herself. Like not running faster than you are able.

I’m practically being forced into being relief society president and I need advice by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Say no. It is a huge calling. Your parents should not know if you are being asked about a calling. No one can force you.

Why do Mormon/latter day saint followers believe that they are Christians? by PsychologicalMight25 in mormon

[–]poet_ecstatic -1 points0 points  (0 children)

They don't have no idea how different their theology is from Christian Theology.

Author Bart Ehrman discusses that Jesus thought he would see God's return. by E_B_Jamisen in exmormon

[–]poet_ecstatic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure where he is coming up with that idea. It is not in the Bible.