I thank our HEAVENLY FATHER and our BELOVED HOLY HEAVENLY MOTHER, for all of you sacrificing your time and life. Elder's and Sister's, keep up the good work.
Someone just informed me about how the female members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are so oppressed. I am still unsure how to respond. It doesn't seem like reality to me, but this person heard from friends who are members.
I'm not a member of the Church, but I LOVE and appreciate all the time I have spent talking with missionaries. Happy to see y'all debunking some myths and wild theories!
😇अहिंसा परमो धर्म 😇 ahiṃsā paramo dharma (“non-harm is the HIGHEST religious principle” or “non-violence is the GREATEST law”). Therefore, only a strict VEGAN can claim to be an adherent of the eternal religion (sanātana dharma).🌱
@@TheWorldTeacher Namakar! Our scriptures absolutely do say that non-harm is the highest priciple/duty/law. I agree with you in general that we should be vegan if we adhere to sanatan dharma. What do you think about dairy? Vegans usually define dairy as non-vegan. However, our scriptures say that dairy is absolutely acceptable if the cow is treated with kindness and respect and non-violence. In America, nobody respects cows so I agree that in America we should not consume milk. But in other contexts, I think it is fine. Also, it is important to note that the scriptures do allow for eating the meat from animals offered as part of Vedic sacrifices. This is discussed in Manu-smriti, Shrimad Bhagavatam, and other scriptures. However, this course of action is recommended against by our sages and rishis, but it is technically allowed. I am only saying this because I do believe we need to have some nuance in how we understand our Sanatan scriptures. Sanatan Dharma does specify that we must be non-violent to the greatest extent possible, but it also give provisions for dairy, animal-sacrifices, war, etc.
Some people get angry at missionaries. If they be being sincere, why get angry at them? I've met Mormon missionaries before. I don't agree with Mormons, but I will be a missionary. That's what I'm doing, researching. 😅 Nice looking group of young people. Interesting questions. I certainly hadn't heard all these stereotypes! I try not to assume, anyway. No, we don't think you're crazy.
i got to serve with these missionaries in seattle! and just a friendly reminder to everyone with questions that it’s okay not to know. we don’t have to have all of the answers now. some answers will come later and some will not come in this life, so be patient with yourself, with others, and with God.
As an adult convert I've personally had to answer some of these questions. The best way to answer these questions are with simple, honest, truthful answers. And sometimes humor. Well done, missionaries!!
yep! i'm not old enough to get married and get the garments, but my mom has been asked how she showers with her garments on (because they thought you kept them on forever 24/7 🤮) and also if they are fireproof 😂 😂
@@mapleandmojiunplanned9838 Well garments are taken off when in shower or doing sports so its ok .. we are to wear them at all times however showering and sports isn't appropriate for obvious reasons
Hey y’all! It’s Elder Fano here. Thanks so much for the positive feedback on our video that we made on my mission! Hopefully this was helpful and you learned!
So you should have just said the underwear is what allows you to walk on water so you can walk to the Olympic peninsula to teach over there without using the ferry system.
These questions some of them made me laugh .. as an inactive member of the church I still answer questions about the church with friends and explain to them however recently some of the questions have all come up about church history and how bad it is and to be fair I never really looked into church history as I am a kind of person where history is the oast we can't do anything about it and I ain't in power of a country so I don't need to know its not gonna affect me in anyway . However these missionarys looked shocked with some of the questions one about race and color of skin and another about women be suppressed When I have come across these questions my answers are always.. Well at the time black ppl were tend to be slaves for the rich ppl and however the gospel is for them it would have made too much of an issue with who had rights and no rights so when this issue was sorted that's when priesthood and what ppl say was the curse gets removed also I remind them that we are all cursed in sin no matter what color until we repent and be baptised. Also women ain't suppressed at all and if it means there more smart focused and modest then thats not suppression thats actually a blessing
I just watched the part where they act surprised that dark skin is a curse from God. "I saw a striking contrast in the progress of the Indian people today ... they are fast becoming a white and delightsome people.... For years they have been growing delightsome, and they are now becoming white and delightsome, as they were promised.... The children in the home placement program in Utah are often lighter than their brothers and sisters in the hogans on the reservation" -Spencer W. Kimble. So like, are we just going to ignore the words of prophets when they become awkward or inconvenient? Like do they actually think we're just making this shit up with no reasoning other than to discredit the Mormon church?
Made me smile! Thank you! I carried my French Horn EVERYWHERE for years. So I guess THIS Mormon has a horn! BTW, my horn sits by my chair right now. I love it!
Sealing power is for worthy church members. Emma didn’t accept the doctrine of polygamy initially, and was most likely not sealed for that reason until much later.
I love these and as a convert that's just over a year in the Church now, I've heard a fair share of them and similar questions. Remember to keep a clear head, and sometimes pay attention to whether the intent of a question is sincere curiosity or simply an attack; we can discard questions asked without an intent of getting an answer.
@@CalledtoShare True.. but sometimes those who stir the pot wind up coming back with a little something even THEY didn't expect🤍🕊 When we go forth in the Lord, He will put the words into our mouths (if the time is right.) 💪🏼🙏🏼
It’s so sad that they are asked if they’d never had alcohol. Like what if they had?? It’s not about having never done it, it’s about currently following the commandments if you want to.
I think they were trying to say that members have never tried things the world redeem normal.. For me I have tried allot of things I shouldn't have however I am a convert was 32 when I joined however I think its actually good sometimes for missiksrus to say yes I have tried it as then they become more relatable
Fun video but there is a big error at 4:59 that needs to be fixed. The church in fact does has paid ministry. The top 90+ church leaders all make a healthy six-figure salary and with all their salaries added as well as other church positions it sums up to a much larger amount than the church donates to charity everywhere.
It is not a salary, it is a stipend. But yes, very few of the officers of the church receive this stipend. Those in the ministry who receive the stipend are so few, that it's more accurate to state that the ministry of the Church isn't paid. Should people know about the stipend? Yes. But are any who receive the stipend making more money than they did at the previous employment? Probably not. President Nelson was a heart surgeon probably making over $500,000 (or a lot more) and now gives 24/7 of his time to the Church for a stipend of $150,000-$200,000 a year maybe? The only reason a stipend is given is because they are ask to give all of their time to their calling as prophets, apostles, or seventy. Thanks for the comment!
@@CalledtoShare in 2014 the stipend (living allowance) was moved to $120k per year. As reported by The Salt Lake Tribune with no response from Church representatives, 89 men make up the top-tier of the church that make this allowance. That sums up to nearly 11 million per year, which is shockingly only half of what the church donates per year (According to financial records the church donated $60m per year, more than 60% of that comes from private donations such as LDS Philanthropy Organizations and not from the Church’s funds whatsoever). Yes, it is a stipend but why does it need to be so much? Praising these men of dropping their larger paid jobs is nothing more than a Scotsman Fallacy that holds no value to this topic. I see members here in Asia that go hungry for days because they pay their 10%, please tell me why the church decides to divide 11 million among its top 89 men? Let’s also address the New Testament where Christ said his disciples should sell everything they have and give it to the poor. I don’t see this happening even to the 1% from the church and especially not from the leaders. Very disappointing.
I’d also like to add that included in the “stipend” besides a yearly salary is free life insurance from Beneficial Mutual, free housing expenses, free travel expenses, free tuition expenses for family members at church schools. I don’t know about health insurance, but I’m guessing that’s included too. It adds up to multi millions of dollars. We could all be so lucky.
@@LoganBeck Let me ask you....have YOU sold EVERYTHING you have and given the money to the poor? Also, keep things in context....when Jesus said this, He was speaking to an individual referred to in the Bible as 'the rich young ruler'. This man felt he had kept all the commandments, but Jesus knew his heart. Jesus knew that he clung to his riches and and placed them before God in his life. The counsel Jesus gave was for this individual and was not a blanket statement that applied to all. God is not opposed to wealth (look at Abraham and Job, Genesis 13:2; Job1:1-3), but it is the LOVE of money (not money itself) that causes problems in people's lives. (1Timothy 6:10). Elsewhere Jesus said 'it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for those who 'TRUST IN RICHES' (not those who HAVE riches) to enter the kingdom of God'. (Mark 10:23-25). It's all about your relationship with money and whether it is impacting negatively on your relationship with God. Abraham and Job had great riches but they handled them responsibly and valued their relationship with God above everything....and the fruit of their lives bear this truth out. 'By their fruits you will know them' (Matthew7:15-20).
In 1978 I introduced two elders to one of my neighbours and his little child asked them "Is it true that your president Kimball and Yoda are brothers...? They have the same ears and voices..." The missionaries couldn't restrain themselves from laughing...
6:55 is a tough one, because yes, the Lamanites were given a dark skin as sign of a curse. However, people generally don't understand what a curse is, many even confuse damnation with curse. We are all cursed because of the transgression of Adam and Eve, but that doesn't mean we are all damned or bear the "original sin". Bottom line is: This is a genuine concern to many people but you can't explain it in a few minutes nor should you wash it away.
That's actually incorrect, the skin thing is actually a Hebrew idiom that is used to figure to leave explain a state of mind or a state of spirituality. Look up Marvin Perkins on TH-cam he is on TH-cam he is a black member of the church who explains this in detail
@@fightswordradio3735 Oh come on the "virtual black skin" hoax? Really? The Lamanites don't have darker skin? There are no paintings of the darker Lamanites enslaving the brighter Nephites, pictures of which are in your very Book of Mormon? Btw. the Book of Mormon was NOT written in Hebrew. Even this you got wrong. It is really not a good idea to make things up when your limited understanding of gospel truths give you cognitive dissonance. Study the scriptures diligently, pray for advice if a gospel principle troubles your soul and let the Lord give you clarity. HIs promise stands.
@@palimpalim5291 Here is what we do know. 2 Nephi 26:33 For none of these iniquities come of the Lord; for he doeth that which is good among the children of men; and he doeth nothing save it be plain unto the children of men; and he inviteth them all to come unto him and partake of his goodness; and he denieth none that come unto him, black and white, bond and free, male and female; and he remembereth the heathen; and all are alike unto God, both Jew and Gentile.
I think it does no one any good to bury the past and it could be harmful in this case. These young people seemed completely shocked by the question when really they should've been educated on church history specifically so they would never be thrown by this question or others like it. To be clear, this type of question doesn't come out of thin air and this is a topic that may very well come up on missions. The church promoted a very clear viewpoint in living memory that certainly seems to be racist. I'm grateful for further revelation that made the church's stance today very clear in rejecting racism, but even the church acknowledges that this wasn't always the case: "Today, the Church disavows the theories advanced in the past that black skin is a sign of divine disfavor or curse, or that it reflects unrighteous actions in a premortal life; that mixed-race marriages are a sin; or that blacks or people of any other race or ethnicity are inferior in any way to anyone else. Church leaders today unequivocally condemn all racism, past and present, in any form." www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/race-and-the-priesthood?lang=eng Personally, I really like the interpretation of scripture explained by Brother Fullmer in his "Black and White in the Book of Mormon": th-cam.com/video/PDJ6-O5-ans/w-d-xo.html
I am not sure whether this will help as well but I remember reading about this during my study because dark skin was not and is not the curse. The curse was being cut off from the presence of the Lord because of their iniquity. Answers to Gospel Questions, comp. Joseph Fielding Smith Jr., 5 vols. [1957 - 66], 3:122 - 23. “The dark skin was placed upon the Lamanites so that they could be distinguished from the Nephites ... “ “The dark skin was the sign of the curse [not the curse itself]. The curse was the withdrawal of the Spirit of the Lord ...” “The dark skin of those who have come into the Church is no longer to be considered a sign of the curse ... These converts are delightsome and have the Spirit of the Lord”
Their question: "You don't use mirrors?" My answer: "Why would that even be a restriction? We put up mirrors in the Temple across from eachother as a symbol of the infinite mirrors as a symbol of eternity. Why couldn't you have them in your home?" 🤔
Well to that logic why does BYU not allow their students to grow beards when Brigham Young literally had a beard! I never heard of the mirror thing though, that is strange.
I was raised LDS in the 70s My African American friends who were members of the Church could NOT recieve the priesthood nor serve a mission , couldn't recieve a temple recommend etc because of the curse of Ham due to the color of their skin. But it changed in 1978 when the priesthood ban was lifted. released
I remember a time when most missionaries were primarily dependant on canned answers and memorized talking points, and would feel intimidated by these types of questions. I love seeing these faithful Elders and Sisters confidently responding in their own words. It's a sign of their conversion when oddball questions don't phase them. I would love to see more members of the Church become comfortable with our beliefs being questioned.
@@jonbaker476 And his response is “lol.” A great example of irony and cognitive dissonance. (I’ve grown weary of that word but sometimes it’s necessary). Oh well, it’s off to “outer darkness” for me, I guess.
lol 😂 I love this!! So many questions that my friends and family ask me are on here & you guys answered them perfectly. I love the personalities that they have ❤️ great job Elders & Sisters
the missionary questions were so awesome what an awesome idea . being a convert of 5 years I remember having I remember having weird questions people would tell you weird things. I love being a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Someone told meI could never remove my garments, even in the shower; I'd have to hang them around one foot and hold them out of the tub. If you are not a member, and have even the most casual curiosity, I invite you to contact a real member. The missionaries are off-the-charts awesome, but any member can help you get started. I testify in the name of Jesus Christ that the Book of Mormon is true, and is precisely what it says on the cover: "Another Testament of Jesus Christ."
Thank you so very much, elders and sisters from Washington state, or I mean, serving in Washington state!!! This is such a wonderful, fun, and informative video that you all did!!!! Thank you so much for your service up there!!!! We will pray for you!
Ii really love the missionaries. They're all so awesome! I love this church and couldn't see myself being any part of any other. The best church to be a part of.
Sister LOPEZ, i thank HEAVENLY FATHER and our BELOVED HOLY HEAVENLY MOTHER for you knowing the CHURCH is TRUE. And i do too. I'm thankful forever, that our HEAVENLY PARENT'S restored THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST, back on Earth.
Their questions: "you don't believe in the bible because you have your own book?" My answer: "not true at all you've been lied to. In fact if you read the book of Mormon the first family of the book left Jerusalem for safety. God commanded the sons to return to get a set of brass plates. When they returned with the plates their father read them and discovered "they did contain the five books of Moses, which gave an account of the creation of the world, and also of Adam and Eve, who were our first parents; 12 And also a record of the Jews from the beginning, even down to the commencement of the reign of Zedekiah, king of Judah; 13 And also the prophecies of the holy prophets, from the beginning, even down to the commencement of the reign of Zedekiah; and also many prophecies which have been spoken by the mouth of Jeremiah" in other words God sent them back to get the Bible to bring to the new world. So there would be no Book Of Mormon without the Bible."
Why didn’t anyone address the curse of Cain in reference to the dark skin question which was true doctrine up until 1978? “ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) prevented most men of black African descent from being ordained to the church's lay priesthood, barred black men and women from participating in the ordinances of its temples and opposed interracial marriage.” This is widely known yet clearly they aren’t aware which is a shame.
Just because this wasn't brought up in the video doesn't mean no one was aware. Very few are not aware. There is a gospel topics essay on "Race and the Priesthood" here > www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/race-and-the-priesthood?lang=eng
Not only that, but the reasons behind why the ban happened... totally racist. Church leaders said all sorts of things which are disavowed now but there's been no apology for the ban.
🤣🤣🤣 Hi. Elders and Sisters! So fun to see all of you! Where do people come up with these ideas??? Hilarious. Here's one: you girls can't wear makeup, and have to wear a dress or skirt every day forever. Yup- love to garden or paint the kitchen in that! 😊💗 Thanks for a fun vid, and God Bless you all on your missions. Be safe! 🌸
I think a lot of these misconceptions date clear back to the early days of the restoration, when only a few thousand saints were around and many areas of the world simply had no members anywhere close. They just kind of heard about a "spooky cult" and without solid information to go on, things were basically made up and invented. Even here in the 2020s, we're seeing many of the same imaginations of critics crop up in the public consciousness and it does get hard sometimes to deflate that these things simply aren't real. Being honest about it all is usually enough to convince a fair-minded person. They might spawn more questions, you might answer honestly. Perhaps they'll understand it's not spooky, and probably not a cult (highly depends on definition of cult -- the ones that include it would also have things like Catholics and Protestants labeled as cults and that's not what critics want ;) )
Read the book of Morman Dude...Nephi 30:6: “…their scales of darkness shall begin to fall from their eyes; and many generations shall not pass away among them, save they shall be a white and a delightsome people.” Enuf said!
Read this verse too - all are alike unto God. For none of these iniquities come of the Lord; for he doeth that which is good among the children of men; and he doeth nothing save it be plain unto the children of men; and he inviteth them all to come unto him and partake of his goodness; and he denieth none that come unto him, black and white, bond and free, male and female; and he remembereth the heathen; and all are alike unto God, both Jew and Gentile.
@@CalledtoShare so you are saying that the Bible does then, very clearly, contradicts that verse in the book of mormon. there are countless verses in the book of mormon that are racist and completely go against the Jesus I follow, the one of the Bible.
What do you reply when someone asks why no archaeological, linguistic, genetic or any other evidence of Hebrew culture in the Americas has ever been found to support the existence of such a people portrayed in the Book of Mormon?
@@CalledtoShare Funny how none of the supposed "evidence" has been verified by the scientific community. Of course, your feelings are the only evidence you need, right? As long as you get a fuzzy feeling, it MUST be true.
@@CalledtoShare Do you have any credible sources to back up the claims made on that site? Because there's no bibliography cited. Even the church itself on its website in the Gospel Topics Essays does not reference any sort of evidence of Hebrews in the Americas, and simply draws the conclusion that DNA is complicated and that we don't know what the DNA of the Book of Mormon peoples would have been. However, there is no archeological evidence of the cultures presented in the Book of Mormon during the time periods it takes place. So much roughly overlaps with the era of the Roman Empire, and while we have an abundance of evidence of the Roman Empire, we have none of the Lamanites or Nephites.
@@CalledtoShare the things they try to say about gentics should be titled "tell me you don't know anything about genetics without telling me you don't know anything about genetics"
Q. Is the church rich ? A. Yes the church has an estimated net worth in the 300.000.000.000 to 600.000.000.000 billion $ that it uses only a fraction of 1% of to help the needy. I mean how on earth would we put up so many buildings that aren't really necessary, including giving every town in Utah 3 Temple's and pay tens of millions a year in attorneys and legal fee's for child abuse lawsuits?
@@jonjahr3403 Because, we believe that there will be a day, perhaps very soon that the world will descend into chaos and misery and we will see atrocities and horrors unlike any that have been seen before. And when that day comes it will be important for us to use our resources to help those in need, defend everyone, and preserve freedom.
If Jesus said “At the resurrection people will neither marry nor be given in marriage; they will be like the angels in heaven” Matt 22:30, why do Mormons believe that you can be sealed (in marriage) for an eternity?
After Jesus returns ('at the resurrection') no one will marry or be given in marriage. All those who are already married will remain married for eternity and all those who are not married at the time of the resurrection. when Jesus comes, will remain unmarried for eternity.
They do. The general authorities that devote their full time to the Lord receive a stipend. "General authorities leave their careers when they are called into full-time church service. When they do so, they focus all of their time on serving the church and are given a living allowance. The living allowance is uniform for all general authorities [including First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, First and Second Quorums of the Seventy and Presiding Bishopric]." - Latter-day Saint Church spokesman Eric Hawkins
The most awkward questions I get asked all have to do with our beloved friends from the LGBTQ+ community, and how come homosexual actions are not consistent with God's law, why your gender is not changeable, but rather an Eternal Aspect of you personally, and the reason that we believe in only two genders.
They are not awkward questions if you tell the truth that The Lord Jesus Christ laid down the laws of marriage only between a man and a woman and chastity outside of that. Sex outside a marriage between a man and a woman hat by anybody male and female, male and male, female and female is an abomination in His sight. That's the truth it's ckear its always been that way and will always be that way.
Man these questions are really surface. What I want to ask missionaries: Why don't you use Joseph Smith's written down first hand account of the first vision? Why would God give free agency and then use an angel with a flaming sword to threaten you to do his will? Why is coffee so bad that if you drink it you can't go to the temple but Red Bull is fine? Why did God change his mind on if children of gay parents should be baptized in just a few years time? Why would God give two contradicting commandments at the same time and make it impossible to follow both?
Great questions. 1) The account that is used was canonized in the Pearl of Great Price and thus became the best known account. That's why it's used by the missionaries, but all the accounts are found here > www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/first-vision-accounts?lang=eng 2) Great question. Plural marriage must have been really important. 3) Not sure. I trust the revelation given in section 89 of the Doctrine and Covenant. Hot drinks are specifically mentioned, Red Bull isn't. 4) President Nelson gave a whole talk on this at BYU. Link should start at the 1709 mark where he references this > th-cam.com/video/bBT4c5jWTms/w-d-xo.html 5) If this is in reference to the Garden of Eden, I have thought that it might have been possible God didn't want them multiplying and replenishing right away, but later. Consider the law of chastity, there is a sequence to us living that law. Before marriage, sexual relations are prohibited. After marriage, sexual relations are divinely approved between husband and wife, legally and lawfully married. Perhaps God didn't want Adam and Eve to partake of the fruit for a time, and then that command would be lifted so they could multiple and replenish. Just a thought. This one has always confused, me, and the whole Christian world. I can't wait to fully comprehend this one day.
Oh my goodness this video made my week I laughed so hard... What a FUN video! Who was that super fun and FUNNY Polynesian sister missionary? She was ADORABLE! Thank you for this very real Q&A video. Love, LOVED THIS!!👏😄👍❤
I grew up as a convert at heart and I learned hands on how the teachings of the true understanding of the church’s purpose is to remember and focus on Christ. The teachings there to protect us spiritually. As I’ve seen both sides of the coin as I’ve seen lifestyle affects outside and inside, with and without. And I can say with all my heart I feel something really real here that I never felt anywhere else. Study and learn and pray for yourself with a sincere heart and you’ll have your heart softened and eyes opened! Blessings to you all!
"Christmas is a pegan holiday." "No it was a pegan holiday celebrating the solstice. But Jesus Christ is the Redeemer of the world. Christmas is evidence of his redeeming power. Now no one celebrates the solstice and everyone commemorates the birth of the Messiah. So Jesus even redeemed the holiday."
Oh the solstice IS still celebrated.. Not by ME or anyone I know, but don't forget.. opposition is here. I've seen OTHERS talk of it. To each their OWN vomit.
We celebrate the birth of Christ but I will say Santa and Satan have the same letters in their name. Old Nick is a nickname for the devil (look it up). Its not a coincidence that Satan would use "Old St. NICK" as a distraction from Jesus Christ.
@@jamestheviking983 I celebrate Jesus Christ ALL year. If Christmas brings people together to celebrate our Lord, Shepherd, Savior, and Brother, I say BRING IT🎉🤍🕊
I’ve been a convert fora very long time (decades really) but I really would like to know if they show missionaries how to do simple tricks? When my boys were young they were entertained them with tricks. Thanks for the entertaining video. Your responses were pretty good. I’m an introvert and being put on the spot like that is under the bottom line of my list.
@@anderslyman ; although I have a bursted bubble , I do appreciate your answer. I understand there have been some restrictions on certain things and when explained it makes sense. I never even knew missionaries knew magic tricks until my younger boys met a couple. Unfortunately my boys never wanted to serve a mission.
How sweet and precious are you guys Sister’s and Elder’s. My husband and I sat together and watched this Vlog. We love you all so much ♥️♥️💕💕 great answers 😘🥰❤️💕♥️
Their question: "What's with the magic underwear?" My answer: "Magic underwear?.... I'm going to let you think really hard about that one. 😂😂😂" "The under garment we wear has a full name of them "the garment of the holy priesthood" and stand as a reminder of our covenants we make with God in the Temple. Moses and the Israelites wore them as well, and have been restored in these last day's as we prepare for Christ's second coming.
By "magic underwear," I presume that these They people are asking about the red long johns that the original Captain Marvel (now called "Shazam") wears, so I always tell them about the trademark/copyright court battle between DC and Fawcett publications which finally convinced Fawcett to stop publishing their comics line. Then I tell them how Marty Goodman at Marvel grabbed the forsaken trademark and copyright of the name around 1968. By the time I get to Captain Mar-Vell dying and being replaced by Carol Danvers, they always staggered away swearing to never annoy a Latter-day Saint again.
Umm, I’m not sure any archeologists or historians have stated that Moses and ancient Israelites wore the temple garments with Masonic symbols sewn into them. Do you have a source for this?
Back when I was a "druggie," some paranoid friend of mine asked "Is it true that the MORE people you snitch off to the cops, the higher up you go in Heaven?" 🤯 I was both OFFENDED (because I'm not a PUNK), and LAUGHING my head off🤣😂😆😅 That's got to be the strangest question I've been asked, and I've heard MORE than my share of ridiculous questions/accusations🤕
I feel bad because none of them even knew that church leaders used to treat black people as less than (not allowing them to be priesthood leaders, etc) and that it is actually in scripture that dark skin is a curse.
@@CalledtoShare I disagree, they looked genuinely shocked and surprised when the interviewer asked that question. Probably the first book on their shelf that will eventually come crashing down. It breaks my heart for them.
Hey! Saw that your question wasn’t really answered, so ima do my best. I’m fairly sure that it’s still a held belief that Native Americans are descendants of Laman and/or Lemuel - the sons of Lehi, who left Jerusalem in 600 B.C. - however, I am not sure about Pacific Islanders; at least, I never really learned that as the introduction of the Book of Mormon only said that the Lamanites are “among the ancestors of the American Indians” (Introduction of the Book of Mormon). As that statement is still in the introduction of the Book of Mormon, I would say that it is still a held belief (idk bout “common” or not) that Native Americans are descendants of Laman and/or Lemuel; not sure about Pacific Islanders, since I don’t know. Not saying that’s it’s not possible, though, since it does say something interesting that MIGHT (emphasis on “might”) point towards that in the Book of Mormon in Alma 63:5-8: “And it came to pass that Hagoth, he being an exceedingly curious man, therefore he went forth and built him an exceedingly large ship, on the borders of the land Bountiful, by the land Desolation, and launched it forth into the west sea, by the narrow neck which led into the land northward. “And behold, there were many of the Nephites who did enter therein and did sail forth with much provisions, and also many women and children; and they took their course northward. And thus ended the thirty and seventh year. “And in the thirty and eighth year, this man built other ships. And the first ship did also return, and many more people did enter into it; and they also took much provisions, and set out again to the land northward. “And it came to pass that they were never heard of more. And we suppose that they were drowned in the depths of the sea. And it came to pass that one other ship also did sail forth; and whither she did go we know not” (Alma 63:5-8). Dunno what happened to those Nephites, so they could have been the ones to be the ancestors of Pacific Islanders, but I don’t know. They supposed that they drowned, and they very well might have. It’s not impossible for them to be their ancestors though, if you take into account the Great Pause in Polynesian history, but I’m just going to leave it there since this is just mere speculation. In other much more shorter words: Yes, we believe that Native Americans are descended from Laman and/or Lemuel, but we’re - or I’m - not sure about Pacific Islanders; although, they MIGHT (emphasis on “might”) be, but that’s something you gotta ask God about since I don’t know everything. Anyways, sorry for the essay lollll. Hope that helped! If you have any more questions, I have some missionary friends that would love to help :))
@@CalledtoShare who is the God we worship, if we believe in the father, son and Holy Ghost as being three separate; and of the ten commands "No other gods before me", is this contradictory of our beliefs.
@@williamfindspeople4341 Ha ha.. That's easy because Jesus Christ says "I am in the Father, and the Father is in me..." and so on. I swear.. These special people must be descendants of the pharisees🙄 FUN BLOODLINE
@@williamfindspeople4341 take into account the culture of the time that verse was made. And the godhead all have the same purpose and will. So arent really worshipping different Gods. We pray to Heavenly Father through Jesus Christ our Mediator. Believing multiple Gods is not a problem. Believing Gods with purposes separate from out Heavenly Father’s is!
Almost ALL Christians (Catholics, Presbyteries, Lutherans Ect) will say that Mormons are NOT Christian. I grew up going to a Roman Catholic school most of my life and the Mormon church does so many things that go AGAINST typical Christian/Catholic views.
I'm glad we all have a love of Christ. This is what we believe about Him > www.churchofjesuschrist.org/bc/content/shared/content/english/pdf/36035_000_25_livingchrist.pdf
Love all missionaries ❤️.. they're Jesus Christ representative to preach he's true gospel to all people,.. praying that all people will listen to hear gospel of Jesus Christ!... keep safe always guys ❤️
That's completely untrue. The more you dig into the history, the more your testimony will be strengthened. Knowledge is power. Human history is complex and messy. We are able to deal with it. That's why the Church has published Saints > history.churchofjesuschrist.org/saints
@@michaelgrey7854 I've given a lot of thought into that as well, but rather than abandon faith, Perhaps you should ask god. Surely at some point you had faith in the LDS church, if that be so, then ask god who giveth to all men liberally and he should give you the truth and answers to your questions.
Ya know, these were definitely not the types of questions I was expecting coming into this video. Where were all the actually awkward questions? Like why did Joseph Smith practice polyandry contrary to the commandments in D&C128? And why did the church alter wording used to describe the relationship of the Godhead after the Book of Mormon had already been completed? And why is it that Joseph Smith made a failed prophecy about Martin Harris meeting a man who would be eager to buy the copyright to the Book of Mormon? On that note, why would Joseph Smith even think about selling the right to the Book of Mormon? Imagine if someone actually did buy the copyright, they could edit the BoM however they wanted to and publish that as the word of God. Overall a little dissapointed on the quality of questions. Do they really think people avoid and leave the Mormon church over stuff like "Mormons have horns"?
4:10 Thats the most Mormon outfit I’ve ever seen lmao When I was a missionary in Texas (exmormon now) one of my favorite questions was “Are y’all lesbians?”
@@CalledtoShare oh I got it a couple times I don’t remember how many :P But people in TX seem to be more upfront about that kind of stuff. Funny thing is I’m actually asexual lol
He was a polygamist, this came into practice after he was caught having a “dirty nasty affair” with a 14 year old named Any Falger (my spelling may be off). In the end he had over 30 wives, many of which were mother-daughter pairs and wives of other men that were sent off on missions by Joseph Smith.
@@LoganBeck Fanny Alger was 17 at the time. Helen Mar Kimball was a later wife who was 14 when they married. But yes, Joseph Smith was a polygamist and had up to 40 wives.
Ah yes all wrong, note the different number of so called wives. I am no church historian but, no I would say he only loved his wife Emma. He loved his family also but not in the same way. Sickness often would take the lives of husbands or wives, women didn't really have the rights they have today it was very hard to be a widow with a few kids, ya know. So people were married for that reason, also there was a time were members were confused on how to get to the highest degree of glory so there was something called sealings or temple marriages and women would get sealed to the prophet (that's not how that works btw) and then the two people would go their separate ways. All the being said yes there was men with lots wives, kinda weird, not gonna lie. Something to do with the church needing more people, probably because everywhere else we went everyone wanted to kill us. I really don't think I could do that if I lived in those times. In the Saints book, I believe it talks about how Joseph really, really didn't want to tell people God wanted it to be a thing, but hey when God tells ya to do something you so it. Also if you want to know what I am telling the truth, just pray about, God's not going to lie to you.
This is what I understand that Mormons teach: that although the Bible is true, it's been misinterpreted too much to fully trust and much more credence is given to the book of mormon and the "testimony" of the church. They also believe themselves to be the "reformed" church. They believed that God needed a polygamous prophet to reform his church!
Karl, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the restored church of Jesus Christ. Not reformed. Jesus Christ restored it through a living prophet. And yes, God at times has sanctioned plural marriage. Abraham, David, Solomon, and others from the Bible had multiple wives. As for the relationship between the Bible and the Book of Mormon, if you want to learn more you could read 2 Nephi 29. I think you would really enjoy it > www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/29?lang=eng
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Ephesians 6:12-13
Has the line or distinction between yourself and God ever become so slim, that when you prayed or talked to God, you thought that maybe you were talking to yourself? If so, did it bother you? And what did you do to understand it?
@@CalledtoShare smith is teaching you a different god from the Bible a false idol as god won’t save you! Jesus saith unto him,” I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” Don’t trust your prophets trust Jesus Paul says to let you be but yet I’m here telling you this Galatians 1:8
@@CalledtoShare there is no way to "reveal truth we didn't have before". Jesus says in the BIBLE that He is the way, the truth, and the life. (John 10:10.) Anything that directly contradicts the Bible, the TRUTH, is a false doctrine, following a false Jesus!
The Bible also says in Psalm 82:6 I said 'You are gods, and all of you are children of the Most High'. In John 10:31-39, Jesus quoted this verse when the Jews wanted to stone Him for what they thought was blasphemy because He claimed to be equal with God the Father. "Jesus answered them, "Is it not written in your law, 'I said, "You are gods" '? If He called them gods, to whom the word of God came (and scripture cannot be broken), do you say of Him whom the Father sanctified and sent into the world, 'You are blaspheming,' because I said, 'I am the Son of God'?". St Paul, when he was in Athens, told the people, "for in Him we live and move and have our being, as also some of your own poets have said, 'For we are also His offspring'. Therefore, since we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Divine Nature is like gold or silver or stone, something shaped by art and man's devising." (Acts 17:28-29).
@@1974AMDG and example of psalm 82:6 is Putin he is a god a person of higher authority/ ruler/ judge of the people if you keep reading psalms it says “ but you will surely die like a princess” I’m using putin as an example he’s killing people he has power to do so but regardless god is above all these so call gods/ rulers/ judges, he is the creator “ you are children of the most high” Putin will die like every other ruler god and stand to the real god and judge Now, let’s look at how Jesus uses this passage. Jesus had just claimed to be the Son of God (John 10:25-30). The unbelieving Jews respond by charging Jesus with blasphemy, since He claimed to be God (verse 33). Jesus then quotes Psalm 82:6, reminding the Jews that the Law refers to mere men-albeit men of authority and prestige-as “gods.” Jesus’ point is this: you charge me with blasphemy based on my use of the title “Son of God”; yet your own Scriptures apply the same term to magistrates in general. If those who hold a divinely appointed office can be considered “gods,” how much more can the One whom God has chosen and sent (verses 34-36)? In contrast, we have the serpent’s lie to Eve in the Garden. His statement, “your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil” (Genesis 3:5), was a half-truth. Their eyes were opened (verse 7), but they did not become like God. In fact, they lost authority, rather than gaining it. Satan deceived Eve about her ability to become like the one true God, and so led her into a lie. Jesus defended His claim to be the Son of God on biblical and semantic grounds-there is a sense in which influential men can be thought of as gods; therefore, the Messiah can rightly apply the term to Himself. Human beings are not “gods” or “little gods.” We are not God. God is God, and we who know Christ are His children. Jesus claimed to be god “before Abraham! I AM!” preached Paul (Acts 17:27-28, ESV). He cited the crowd’s own poets to capture their attention and expose the contradiction in their thinking. He wanted the Athenians to know that God is not a lifeless idol fashioned by human hands of wood, gold, silver, or stone. He is a living God, and in Him we live Paul’s next statement, “We are his offspring” (verse 28), also the words of an ancient Stoic poet-philosopher, further developed this idea. Humans are children of God. He is their Father in the natural sense Genesis 1:27; Malachi 2:10; Luke 3:38; Ephesians 3:14 , thus proving that the living God is far superior to dead idols
@@CalledtoShare the theology. The strict call to obedience of church authorities. I would say you could be happier leaving the Church but that's none of my business.
@@CalledtoShare actually faith in religion without questioning is a kind of mental illness. I do think faith in God is a healthy thing. Just the devil is in the detail. Gays going to hell for example?
Dont know whether all Christians get asked this ... But .. "If theres a God why is there suffering in the world" And "Why do babies die in bad ways" Etc etc.. I've been asked these quite a lot lol Love the video by the way.. 🙏🏻
Oh yeah... THOSE are the attack questions on ALL believers in Christ. They don't have a CLUE about the purpose of life whatsoever because a) No one bothered to teach them. b) They're in the gall of bitterness. OR c) They've been brainwashed by evil conspirers. Either way, they usually don't like the answer the get to their questions because they want instant gratification, or to discourage a believer... Sad, huh?
The answer goes into the nature of God and the Godhead. There is a mystery surrounding God, so no one wants to explain it. Basically, the invisible God is supreme and omnipotent. The visible Godhead were created by the One Supreme Being. The visible Godhead are not all-powerful. The devil is constantly at work causing suffering, while Heavenly Father, the Son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit work hard to protect us and to end sin and suffering. Because of free-agency, the Invisible God can not just end sin and suffering. The Visible God are still fighting for peace and sinless life. When the Heavenly Trio finish their battle against sin, suffering will end. "They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my Holy Mountain, saith the Lord." -Isaiah 65:25.
The LDS Church does NOT believe in the same Jesus Christ as the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodoxy, and most of Protestantism. The LDS Church teaches that Jesus is a created god and brother of Lucifer, the devil. Christians, on the other hand, believe that Jesus is the eternal Word of God (John 1: 1) and the second Person of the Holy Trinity. 😊😊😊
There is a ton of paid ministry, all of the "general authorities", and the ones they call apostles and prophets are paid very well. They also travel all over the world with all expenses paid in addition to their salaries. This is easily confirmed with google
What percentage of those who have callings are paid? It's not a ton. There are less than 100 who are paid. There are hundreds of thousands who hold callings in the ministry of this church. And it is a stipend, not a salary. And they all make much less than they would if they had kept their day jobs. Since they are devoting 100% of their time to the church they are given the stipend. But yes, as you said, this is all common knowledge and easily confirmed on Google.
When one is called to be a General Authority, one is called to give up their jobs and careers, to be in service to the Lord 24/7 for the rest of their lives. So, naturally, they would need a way to receive money to pay their bills, buy groceries, keep a roof over their heads, pay for medical expenses, and pay for travel expenses that their calling and the Lord Jesus Christ requires of them. Is the amount they receive enough for them to live lavishly? No, just enough for them to do what they need to do as the Prophets and Apostles of the Lord Jesus Christ.
@CalledtoShare the first presidency and the 12. Fifteen. Plus there are like 5 "quoroms of the 70." Which brings the total to 365. The entire church educational system employs about 50000 people... the ensign investing firm.... and the entirenkirton mckonkie law firm.... soooo.... your wrong.
“Let God’s curse fall on anyone, including us or even an Angel from Heaven, who preaches a different kind of Good News than the one we preached to you” Gal. 1:8. Joseph Smith was greatly deceived by the enemy.
2 Timothy 3: 15-17 15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. "All scripture is given by inspiration of God" . Joseph Smith was a prophet of God. I testify in the name of Jesus Christ ✨
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What's the most awkward question you have been asked?
I thank our HEAVENLY FATHER and our BELOVED HOLY HEAVENLY MOTHER, for all of you sacrificing your time and life. Elder's and Sister's, keep up the good work.
"How many wives does your husband have?" to which I answered, "Just me. How many wives does your husband have?"
@@lorijudd2151 🤣👍🏻
Someone just informed me about how the female members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are so oppressed. I am still unsure how to respond. It doesn't seem like reality to me, but this person heard from friends who are members.
@@OakHillsRunner In all Religion's, there are oppress Mother's.
I'm not a member of the Church, but I LOVE and appreciate all the time I have spent talking with missionaries. Happy to see y'all debunking some myths and wild theories!
😇अहिंसा परमो धर्म 😇
ahiṃsā paramo dharma
(“non-harm is the HIGHEST religious principle” or “non-violence is the GREATEST law”).
Therefore, only a strict VEGAN can claim to be an adherent of the eternal religion (sanātana dharma).🌱
@@TheWorldTeacher Namakar! Our scriptures absolutely do say that non-harm is the highest priciple/duty/law. I agree with you in general that we should be vegan if we adhere to sanatan dharma.
What do you think about dairy? Vegans usually define dairy as non-vegan. However, our scriptures say that dairy is absolutely acceptable if the cow is treated with kindness and respect and non-violence. In America, nobody respects cows so I agree that in America we should not consume milk. But in other contexts, I think it is fine.
Also, it is important to note that the scriptures do allow for eating the meat from animals offered as part of Vedic sacrifices. This is discussed in Manu-smriti, Shrimad Bhagavatam, and other scriptures. However, this course of action is recommended against by our sages and rishis, but it is technically allowed.
I am only saying this because I do believe we need to have some nuance in how we understand our Sanatan scriptures. Sanatan Dharma does specify that we must be non-violent to the greatest extent possible, but it also give provisions for dairy, animal-sacrifices, war, etc.
Some people get angry at missionaries. If they be being sincere, why get angry at them? I've met Mormon missionaries before. I don't agree with Mormons, but I will be a missionary. That's what I'm doing, researching. 😅
Nice looking group of young people. Interesting questions. I certainly hadn't heard all these stereotypes! I try not to assume, anyway. No, we don't think you're crazy.
@@TheWorldTeacher God bless you. Not only non-harn, but doing good.
i got to serve with these missionaries in seattle! and just a friendly reminder to everyone with questions that it’s okay not to know. we don’t have to have all of the answers now. some answers will come later and some will not come in this life, so be patient with yourself, with others, and with God.
Love these missionaries and how genuine they are!!!
As an adult convert I've personally had to answer some of these questions. The best way to answer these questions are with simple, honest, truthful answers. And sometimes humor.
Well done, missionaries!!
Amen!👍🏻🤍🕊
Well said!
yep! i'm not old enough to get married and get the garments, but my mom has been asked how she showers with her garments on (because they thought you kept them on forever 24/7 🤮) and also if they are fireproof 😂 😂
No the best way to answer is with the whole truth.
@@mapleandmojiunplanned9838 Well garments are taken off when in shower or doing sports so its ok .. we are to wear them at all times however showering and sports isn't appropriate for obvious reasons
Hey y’all! It’s Elder Fano here. Thanks so much for the positive feedback on our video that we made on my mission! Hopefully this was helpful and you learned!
Thanks Elder Fano! We appreciate this great idea and awesome video!
So you should have just said the underwear is what allows you to walk on water so you can walk to the Olympic peninsula to teach over there without using the ferry system.
I could tell by your responses that you were the most experienced missionary of the group. I could tell you are a great missionary Elder Fano !
@@mateomartinez8641 Much love brother!!
These questions some of them made me laugh .. as an inactive member of the church I still answer questions about the church with friends and explain to them however recently some of the questions have all come up about church history and how bad it is and to be fair I never really looked into church history as I am a kind of person where history is the oast we can't do anything about it and I ain't in power of a country so I don't need to know its not gonna affect me in anyway .
However these missionarys looked shocked with some of the questions one about race and color of skin and another about women be suppressed
When I have come across these questions my answers are always..
Well at the time black ppl were tend to be slaves for the rich ppl and however the gospel is for them it would have made too much of an issue with who had rights and no rights so when this issue was sorted that's when priesthood and what ppl say was the curse gets removed also I remind them that we are all cursed in sin no matter what color until we repent and be baptised.
Also women ain't suppressed at all and if it means there more smart focused and modest then thats not suppression thats actually a blessing
I just watched the part where they act surprised that dark skin is a curse from God.
"I saw a striking contrast in the progress of the Indian people today ... they are fast becoming a white and delightsome people.... For years they have been growing delightsome, and they are now becoming white and delightsome, as they were promised.... The children in the home placement program in Utah are often lighter than their brothers and sisters in the hogans on the reservation" -Spencer W. Kimble.
So like, are we just going to ignore the words of prophets when they become awkward or inconvenient? Like do they actually think we're just making this shit up with no reasoning other than to discredit the Mormon church?
As a Ward missionary, I get asked weird questions as well, just answer truthfully as yourself but remember what the truths you teach and were taught
My youngest grandson carries his trumpet because he ALWAYS has band rehearsals. So does his sister. So when they are asked if they have horns....
Made me smile! Thank you! I carried my French Horn EVERYWHERE for years. So I guess THIS Mormon has a horn! BTW, my horn sits by my chair right now. I love it!
😅😅🏆 well done 😁
That was a cute reply. Thanks for sharing ❤
Awkward question: Why was Emma Smith the 23rd wife to be sealed to Joseph Smith rather than the 1st wife sealed to him?
No
Sealing power is for worthy church members. Emma didn’t accept the doctrine of polygamy initially, and was most likely not sealed for that reason until much later.
Wow, sounds even worse when you explain it like that.
I don’t care if it sounds worse
@@thatonedude.8440 I appreciate the honest response.
I love these and as a convert that's just over a year in the Church now, I've heard a fair share of them and similar questions. Remember to keep a clear head, and sometimes pay attention to whether the intent of a question is sincere curiosity or simply an attack; we can discard questions asked without an intent of getting an answer.
Great point. Many sincerely want to know the answer, others just want to stir the pot.
@@CalledtoShare True.. but sometimes those who stir the pot wind up coming back with a little something even THEY didn't expect🤍🕊
When we go forth in the Lord, He will put the words into our mouths (if the time is right.) 💪🏼🙏🏼
@@guardianangel9517 also remember when questions are being asked the seed is sown so maybe years later it will grow
Lazy learner is a wonderful channel for truth.
Its been 2 years since ur comment
So 3 years total
How high did you climb into the ranks?
I know Melchizzedek Order is achieved shortly after 1 year
As a member of the church. These are really funny!! But props to them for answering these with humor and respect lol
It’s so sad that they are asked if they’d never had alcohol. Like what if they had?? It’s not about having never done it, it’s about currently following the commandments if you want to.
I think they were trying to say that members have never tried things the world redeem normal..
For me I have tried allot of things I shouldn't have however I am a convert was 32 when I joined however I think its actually good sometimes for missiksrus to say yes I have tried it as then they become more relatable
One thing I always notice with being a member of the church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints is that members have a very contagious smile
Fun video but there is a big error at 4:59 that needs to be fixed. The church in fact does has paid ministry. The top 90+ church leaders all make a healthy six-figure salary and with all their salaries added as well as other church positions it sums up to a much larger amount than the church donates to charity everywhere.
It is not a salary, it is a stipend. But yes, very few of the officers of the church receive this stipend. Those in the ministry who receive the stipend are so few, that it's more accurate to state that the ministry of the Church isn't paid.
Should people know about the stipend? Yes. But are any who receive the stipend making more money than they did at the previous employment? Probably not. President Nelson was a heart surgeon probably making over $500,000 (or a lot more) and now gives 24/7 of his time to the Church for a stipend of $150,000-$200,000 a year maybe?
The only reason a stipend is given is because they are ask to give all of their time to their calling as prophets, apostles, or seventy.
Thanks for the comment!
@@CalledtoShare in 2014 the stipend (living allowance) was moved to $120k per year. As reported by The Salt Lake Tribune with no response from Church representatives, 89 men make up the top-tier of the church that make this allowance. That sums up to nearly 11 million per year, which is shockingly only half of what the church donates per year (According to financial records the church donated $60m per year, more than 60% of that comes from private donations such as LDS Philanthropy Organizations and not from the Church’s funds whatsoever). Yes, it is a stipend but why does it need to be so much? Praising these men of dropping their larger paid jobs is nothing more than a Scotsman Fallacy that holds no value to this topic. I see members here in Asia that go hungry for days because they pay their 10%, please tell me why the church decides to divide 11 million among its top 89 men?
Let’s also address the New Testament where Christ said his disciples should sell everything they have and give it to the poor. I don’t see this happening even to the 1% from the church and especially not from the leaders. Very disappointing.
I’d also like to add that included in the “stipend” besides a yearly salary is free life insurance from Beneficial Mutual, free housing expenses, free travel expenses, free tuition expenses for family members at church schools. I don’t know about health insurance, but I’m guessing that’s included too. It adds up to multi millions of dollars. We could all be so lucky.
@@jdrobinson4865 lmfao he went silent 🤣🤣
@@LoganBeck Let me ask you....have YOU sold EVERYTHING you have and given the money to the poor? Also, keep things in context....when Jesus said this, He was speaking to an individual referred to in the Bible as 'the rich young ruler'. This man felt he had kept all the commandments, but Jesus knew his heart. Jesus knew that he clung to his riches and and placed them before God in his life. The counsel Jesus gave was for this individual and was not a blanket statement that applied to all. God is not opposed to wealth (look at Abraham and Job, Genesis 13:2; Job1:1-3), but it is the LOVE of money (not money itself) that causes problems in people's lives. (1Timothy 6:10). Elsewhere Jesus said 'it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for those who 'TRUST IN RICHES' (not those who HAVE riches) to enter the kingdom of God'. (Mark 10:23-25). It's all about your relationship with money and whether it is impacting negatively on your relationship with God. Abraham and Job had great riches but they handled them responsibly and valued their relationship with God above everything....and the fruit of their lives bear this truth out. 'By their fruits you will know them' (Matthew7:15-20).
I like how one of the sisters said it is not Mormons we are members of the church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints.
Not to be confused with Jesus of Nazareth.
In 1978 I introduced two elders to one of my neighbours and his little child asked them "Is it true that your president Kimball and Yoda are brothers...? They have the same ears and voices..." The missionaries couldn't restrain themselves from laughing...
😂😂😂😂
@@brandonpulu3598 omg that’s so funny!!
6:55 is a tough one, because yes, the Lamanites were given a dark skin as sign of a curse. However, people generally don't understand what a curse is, many even confuse damnation with curse.
We are all cursed because of the transgression of Adam and Eve, but that doesn't mean we are all damned or bear the "original sin".
Bottom line is: This is a genuine concern to many people but you can't explain it in a few minutes nor should you wash it away.
That's actually incorrect, the skin thing is actually a Hebrew idiom that is used to figure to leave explain a state of mind or a state of spirituality. Look up Marvin Perkins on TH-cam he is on TH-cam he is a black member of the church who explains this in detail
@@fightswordradio3735 Oh come on the "virtual black skin" hoax? Really? The Lamanites don't have darker skin? There are no paintings of the darker Lamanites enslaving the brighter Nephites, pictures of which are in your very Book of Mormon?
Btw. the Book of Mormon was NOT written in Hebrew. Even this you got wrong.
It is really not a good idea to make things up when your limited understanding of gospel truths give you cognitive dissonance. Study the scriptures diligently, pray for advice if a gospel principle troubles your soul and let the Lord give you clarity. HIs promise stands.
@@palimpalim5291 Here is what we do know.
2 Nephi 26:33
For none of these iniquities come of the Lord; for he doeth that which is good among the children of men; and he doeth nothing save it be plain unto the children of men; and he inviteth them all to come unto him and partake of his goodness; and he denieth none that come unto him, black and white, bond and free, male and female; and he remembereth the heathen; and all are alike unto God, both Jew and Gentile.
I think it does no one any good to bury the past and it could be harmful in this case. These young people seemed completely shocked by the question when really they should've been educated on church history specifically so they would never be thrown by this question or others like it.
To be clear, this type of question doesn't come out of thin air and this is a topic that may very well come up on missions. The church promoted a very clear viewpoint in living memory that certainly seems to be racist. I'm grateful for further revelation that made the church's stance today very clear in rejecting racism, but even the church acknowledges that this wasn't always the case:
"Today, the Church disavows the theories advanced in the past that black skin is a sign of divine disfavor or curse, or that it reflects unrighteous actions in a premortal life; that mixed-race marriages are a sin; or that blacks or people of any other race or ethnicity are inferior in any way to anyone else. Church leaders today unequivocally condemn all racism, past and present, in any form."
www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/race-and-the-priesthood?lang=eng
Personally, I really like the interpretation of scripture explained by Brother Fullmer in his "Black and White in the Book of Mormon": th-cam.com/video/PDJ6-O5-ans/w-d-xo.html
I am not sure whether this will help as well but I remember reading about this during my study because dark skin was not and is not the curse. The curse was being cut off from the presence of the Lord because of their iniquity.
Answers to Gospel Questions, comp. Joseph Fielding Smith Jr., 5 vols. [1957 - 66], 3:122 - 23.
“The dark skin was placed upon the Lamanites so that they could be distinguished from the Nephites ... “
“The dark skin was the sign of the curse [not the curse itself]. The curse was the withdrawal of the Spirit of the Lord ...”
“The dark skin of those who have come into the Church is no longer to be considered a sign of the curse ... These converts are delightsome and have the Spirit of the Lord”
Their question: "You don't use mirrors?"
My answer: "Why would that even be a restriction? We put up mirrors in the Temple across from eachother as a symbol of the infinite mirrors as a symbol of eternity. Why couldn't you have them in your home?" 🤔
It goes to show the "intelligence" of those who SPREAD the rumors.
Kind of like asking "Why don't you Mormons get to use a fork at the dinner table?"🤪
Well to that logic why does BYU not allow their students to grow beards when Brigham Young literally had a beard! I never heard of the mirror thing though, that is strange.
I believe the Amish don't use mirrors....maybe people are mixing up the LDS church with them??
@@1974AMDG Yeah I’m pretty sure you are correct. Pretty sure it’s the Amish who can’t use mirrors. Something to do with Vanity.
I was raised LDS in the 70s
My African American friends who were members of the Church could NOT recieve the priesthood nor serve a mission , couldn't recieve a temple recommend etc because of the curse of Ham due to the color of their skin.
But it changed in 1978 when the priesthood ban was lifted. released
I remember a time when most missionaries were primarily dependant on canned answers and memorized talking points, and would feel intimidated by these types of questions.
I love seeing these faithful Elders and Sisters confidently responding in their own words. It's a sign of their conversion when oddball questions don't phase them. I would love to see more members of the Church become comfortable with our beliefs being questioned.
These answers *are* canned. You not realizing that is disingenuous at best.
@@carpballet Lol
@@jonbaker476 And his response is “lol.” A great example of irony and cognitive dissonance. (I’ve grown weary of that word but sometimes it’s necessary). Oh well, it’s off to “outer darkness” for me, I guess.
@carpballet lol
@@carpballet lol
lol 😂 I love this!! So many questions that my friends and family ask me are on here & you guys answered them perfectly. I love the personalities that they have ❤️ great job Elders & Sisters
the missionary questions were so awesome what an awesome idea . being a convert of 5 years I remember having I remember having weird questions people would tell you weird things. I love being a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Someone told meI could never remove my garments, even in the shower; I'd have to hang them around one foot and hold them out of the tub. If you are not a member, and have even the most casual curiosity, I invite you to contact a real member. The missionaries are off-the-charts awesome, but any member can help you get started. I testify in the name of Jesus Christ that the Book of Mormon is true, and is precisely what it says on the cover: "Another Testament of Jesus Christ."
Thank you so very much, elders and sisters from Washington state, or I mean, serving in Washington state!!! This is such a wonderful, fun, and informative video that you all did!!!! Thank you so much for your service up there!!!! We will pray for you!
"Why do so many [members] get married in Disney World?" 😆 lol
Wow, that was awesome! I want to show this to all the kids in my ward.
Please do!
Ii really love the missionaries. They're all so awesome!
I love this church and couldn't see myself being any part of any other. The best church to be a part of.
Sister LOPEZ, i thank HEAVENLY FATHER and our BELOVED HOLY HEAVENLY MOTHER for you knowing the CHURCH is TRUE. And i do too. I'm thankful forever, that our HEAVENLY PARENT'S restored THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST, back on Earth.
@@siilatacollins154 amen
As someone who doesn't identify with religion I found everyone here very respectable people.
Their questions: "you don't believe in the bible because you have your own book?"
My answer: "not true at all you've been lied to. In fact if you read the book of Mormon the first family of the book left Jerusalem for safety. God commanded the sons to return to get a set of brass plates. When they returned with the plates their father read them and discovered "they did contain the five books of Moses, which gave an account of the creation of the world, and also of Adam and Eve, who were our first parents;
12 And also a record of the Jews from the beginning, even down to the commencement of the reign of Zedekiah, king of Judah;
13 And also the prophecies of the holy prophets, from the beginning, even down to the commencement of the reign of Zedekiah; and also many prophecies which have been spoken by the mouth of Jeremiah" in other words God sent them back to get the Bible to bring to the new world. So there would be no Book Of Mormon without the Bible."
That's a great way to answer that question!
This was so awesome to watch before work. Thank you for making us smile.
Latter-day Saints dancing at a wedding: scary.
Why didn’t anyone address the curse of Cain in reference to the dark skin question which was true doctrine up until 1978? “ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) prevented most men of black African descent from being ordained to the church's lay priesthood, barred black men and women from participating in the ordinances of its temples and opposed interracial marriage.” This is widely known yet clearly they aren’t aware which is a shame.
Just because this wasn't brought up in the video doesn't mean no one was aware. Very few are not aware.
There is a gospel topics essay on "Race and the Priesthood" here > www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/race-and-the-priesthood?lang=eng
Not only that, but the reasons behind why the ban happened... totally racist. Church leaders said all sorts of things which are disavowed now but there's been no apology for the ban.
🤣🤣🤣 Hi. Elders and Sisters! So fun to see all of you! Where do people come up with these ideas??? Hilarious. Here's one: you girls can't wear makeup, and have to wear a dress or skirt every day forever. Yup- love to garden or paint the kitchen in that! 😊💗 Thanks for a fun vid, and God Bless you all on your missions. Be safe! 🌸
Gardening in a dress, how fun! :)
Didn't all women do that back in the 40s or 50s? It wasn't "womanly" to be in PANTS😁
I think a lot of these misconceptions date clear back to the early days of the restoration, when only a few thousand saints were around and many areas of the world simply had no members anywhere close. They just kind of heard about a "spooky cult" and without solid information to go on, things were basically made up and invented. Even here in the 2020s, we're seeing many of the same imaginations of critics crop up in the public consciousness and it does get hard sometimes to deflate that these things simply aren't real.
Being honest about it all is usually enough to convince a fair-minded person. They might spawn more questions, you might answer honestly. Perhaps they'll understand it's not spooky, and probably not a cult (highly depends on definition of cult -- the ones that include it would also have things like Catholics and Protestants labeled as cults and that's not what critics want ;) )
This was very well organized and produced. Excellent questions. Thank you for doing this video.
Scripted is more like it.
@@michaelgrey7854 no…not at all. What is the point of scripting a video like this. This isn’t the NFL
Read the book of Morman Dude...Nephi 30:6: “…their scales of darkness shall begin to fall from their eyes; and many generations shall not pass away among them, save they shall be a white and a delightsome people.” Enuf said!
Read this verse too - all are alike unto God.
For none of these iniquities come of the Lord; for he doeth that which is good among the children of men; and he doeth nothing save it be plain unto the children of men; and he inviteth them all to come unto him and partake of his goodness; and he denieth none that come unto him, black and white, bond and free, male and female; and he remembereth the heathen; and all are alike unto God, both Jew and Gentile.
@@CalledtoShare so you are saying that the Bible does then, very clearly, contradicts that verse in the book of mormon. there are countless verses in the book of mormon that are racist and completely go against the Jesus I follow, the one of the Bible.
@@CalledtoShare what about what Brigham Young said about black skin? Maybe you dont reconize words from the prophet, or just pick the ones you like?
What do you reply when someone asks why no archaeological, linguistic, genetic or any other evidence of Hebrew culture in the Americas has ever been found to support the existence of such a people portrayed in the Book of Mormon?
I would say don't deny the evidence. Search this page for the word Hebrew > bookofmormonevidence.org/answers/
@@CalledtoShare Funny how none of the supposed "evidence" has been verified by the scientific community. Of course, your feelings are the only evidence you need, right? As long as you get a fuzzy feeling, it MUST be true.
@@CalledtoShare Do you have any credible sources to back up the claims made on that site? Because there's no bibliography cited. Even the church itself on its website in the Gospel Topics Essays does not reference any sort of evidence of Hebrews in the Americas, and simply draws the conclusion that DNA is complicated and that we don't know what the DNA of the Book of Mormon peoples would have been.
However, there is no archeological evidence of the cultures presented in the Book of Mormon during the time periods it takes place. So much roughly overlaps with the era of the Roman Empire, and while we have an abundance of evidence of the Roman Empire, we have none of the Lamanites or Nephites.
@@CalledtoShare the things they try to say about gentics should be titled "tell me you don't know anything about genetics without telling me you don't know anything about genetics"
@@CalledtoShare Hahahahaha. Good one. Hang on is not faith enough? Why do you need a website dedicated to finding evidence for?
Oh man ignorance is bliss, as long as your happy though
Ignorant to what Savannah?
Q. Is the church rich ?
A. Yes the church has an estimated net worth in the 300.000.000.000 to 600.000.000.000 billion $ that it uses only a fraction of 1% of to help the needy. I mean how on earth would we put up so many buildings that aren't really necessary, including giving every town in Utah 3 Temple's and pay tens of millions a year in attorneys and legal fee's for child abuse lawsuits?
@@ponykazy3725 Exactly! Though I bet at some point down the road one of them will see my comment get offended and blindly defend the church.
@@jonjahr3403 Because, we believe that there will be a day, perhaps very soon that the world will descend into chaos and misery and we will see atrocities and horrors unlike any that have been seen before. And when that day comes it will be important for us to use our resources to help those in need, defend everyone, and preserve freedom.
God bless all you wonderful Elder and Sister Missionaries!🙃
If Jesus said “At the resurrection people will neither marry nor be given in marriage; they will be like the angels in heaven” Matt 22:30, why do Mormons believe that you can be sealed (in marriage) for an eternity?
After Jesus returns ('at the resurrection') no one will marry or be given in marriage. All those who are already married will remain married for eternity and all those who are not married at the time of the resurrection. when Jesus comes, will remain unmarried for eternity.
These kids need to learn about the General Authorities 6 figure “living allowance”! There are definitely some paid clergy!
They do. The general authorities that devote their full time to the Lord receive a stipend.
"General authorities leave their careers when they are called into full-time church service. When they do so, they focus all of their time on serving the church and are given a living allowance. The living allowance is uniform for all general authorities [including First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, First and Second Quorums of the Seventy and Presiding Bishopric]." - Latter-day Saint Church spokesman Eric Hawkins
The most awkward questions I get asked all have to do with our beloved friends from the LGBTQ+ community, and how come homosexual actions are not consistent with God's law, why your gender is not changeable, but rather an Eternal Aspect of you personally, and the reason that we believe in only two genders.
Yeah, those are relevant and tough - but great questions!
They are not awkward questions if you tell the truth that The Lord Jesus Christ laid down the laws of marriage only between a man and a woman and chastity outside of that. Sex outside a marriage between a man and a woman hat by anybody male and female, male and male, female and female is an abomination in His sight. That's the truth it's ckear its always been that way and will always be that way.
Do they still have cuddle parties?
Man these questions are really surface. What I want to ask missionaries: Why don't you use Joseph Smith's written down first hand account of the first vision? Why would God give free agency and then use an angel with a flaming sword to threaten you to do his will? Why is coffee so bad that if you drink it you can't go to the temple but Red Bull is fine? Why did God change his mind on if children of gay parents should be baptized in just a few years time? Why would God give two contradicting commandments at the same time and make it impossible to follow both?
Great questions.
1) The account that is used was canonized in the Pearl of Great Price and thus became the best known account. That's why it's used by the missionaries, but all the accounts are found here > www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/first-vision-accounts?lang=eng
2) Great question. Plural marriage must have been really important.
3) Not sure. I trust the revelation given in section 89 of the Doctrine and Covenant. Hot drinks are specifically mentioned, Red Bull isn't.
4) President Nelson gave a whole talk on this at BYU. Link should start at the 1709 mark where he references this > th-cam.com/video/bBT4c5jWTms/w-d-xo.html
5) If this is in reference to the Garden of Eden, I have thought that it might have been possible God didn't want them multiplying and replenishing right away, but later. Consider the law of chastity, there is a sequence to us living that law. Before marriage, sexual relations are prohibited. After marriage, sexual relations are divinely approved between husband and wife, legally and lawfully married. Perhaps God didn't want Adam and Eve to partake of the fruit for a time, and then that command would be lifted so they could multiple and replenish. Just a thought. This one has always confused, me, and the whole Christian world. I can't wait to fully comprehend this one day.
@@CalledtoShare I love your #5 reply.
I forever thank, our HEAVENLY FATHER and our BELOVED HOLY HEAVENLY MOTHER, for the Restoration of, THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST back on Earth.
We need more people like this in the world
The red head was the class comedian 😄
he was my fav too😂😂
Oh my goodness this video made my week I laughed so hard... What a FUN video! Who was that super fun and FUNNY Polynesian sister missionary? She was ADORABLE! Thank you for this very real Q&A video. Love, LOVED THIS!!👏😄👍❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
6:16 one of the main things that us Polynesians need to look out for 🤣😂
I LOVE THIS CHANNEL!! What a sweet and funny and heartfelt video! Thank you!
Glad you enjoy it!
Before the stitches the early saints would slice symbolic holes in their garments, most members don't know that history though
I love our missionries!
I grew up as a convert at heart and I learned hands on how the teachings of the true understanding of the church’s purpose is to remember and focus on Christ. The teachings there to protect us spiritually. As I’ve seen both sides of the coin as I’ve seen lifestyle affects outside and inside, with and without. And I can say with all my heart I feel something really real here that I never felt anywhere else. Study and learn and pray for yourself with a sincere heart and you’ll have your heart softened and eyes opened! Blessings to you all!
Are you a THEIST? 🤔
If so, what are the reasons for your BELIEF in God? 🤓
"Christmas is a pegan holiday."
"No it was a pegan holiday celebrating the solstice. But Jesus Christ is the Redeemer of the world. Christmas is evidence of his redeeming power. Now no one celebrates the solstice and everyone commemorates the birth of the Messiah. So Jesus even redeemed the holiday."
Oh the solstice IS still celebrated.. Not by ME or anyone I know, but don't forget.. opposition is here. I've seen OTHERS talk of it.
To each their OWN vomit.
We celebrate the birth of Christ but I will say Santa and Satan have the same letters in their name. Old Nick is a nickname for the devil (look it up). Its not a coincidence that Satan would use "Old St. NICK" as a distraction from Jesus Christ.
@@guardianangel9517 I mean, there’s nothing wrong with celebrating the solstice, any more than New Years is bad.
@@jamestheviking983 I celebrate Jesus Christ ALL year. If Christmas brings people together to celebrate our Lord, Shepherd, Savior, and Brother, I say BRING IT🎉🤍🕊
I LOVE this video! Thank you for these answers! I myself have had to answer some of these questions.
I’ve been a convert fora very long time (decades really) but I really would like to know if they show missionaries how to do simple tricks? When my boys were young they were entertained them with tricks. Thanks for the entertaining video. Your responses were pretty good. I’m an introvert and being put on the spot like that is under the bottom line of my list.
No, and tricks were even discouraged where I served, but they unavoidably are passed from missionary to missionary
@@anderslyman ; although I have a bursted bubble , I do appreciate your answer. I understand there have been some restrictions on certain things and when explained it makes sense. I never even knew missionaries knew magic tricks until my younger boys met a couple. Unfortunately my boys never wanted to serve a mission.
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How sweet and precious are you guys Sister’s and Elder’s. My husband and I sat together and watched this Vlog. We love you all so much ♥️♥️💕💕 great answers 😘🥰❤️💕♥️
That is awesome!
There's a difference between Baptism FOR the dead and Baptism OF the dead.
Exactly!
So the answer is NO. LDS members cannot dance….
At least well.
I endlessly eternally forever, thank HEAVENLY FATHER & BELOVED HOLY HEAVENLY MOTHER, for the Restoration of THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST, back on Earth.
Their question: "What's with the magic underwear?"
My answer: "Magic underwear?.... I'm going to let you think really hard about that one. 😂😂😂"
"The under garment we wear has a full name of them "the garment of the holy priesthood" and stand as a reminder of our covenants we make with God in the Temple. Moses and the Israelites wore them as well, and have been restored in these last day's as we prepare for Christ's second coming.
By "magic underwear," I presume that these They people are asking about the red long johns that the original Captain Marvel (now called "Shazam") wears, so I always tell them about the trademark/copyright court battle between DC and Fawcett publications which finally convinced Fawcett to stop publishing their comics line. Then I tell them how Marty Goodman at Marvel grabbed the forsaken trademark and copyright of the name around 1968. By the time I get to Captain Mar-Vell dying and being replaced by Carol Danvers, they always staggered away swearing to never annoy a Latter-day Saint again.
Umm, I’m not sure any archeologists or historians have stated that Moses and ancient Israelites wore the temple garments with Masonic symbols sewn into them. Do you have a source for this?
@@jdrobinson4865 "It was said so in the book of mormon". You know, the book written by a con man by looking into a hat at some stones he found.
SO COOL! I am actually from Puyallup Washington so I think that was pretty cool to see!
“So is the Army” 😂
Back when I was a "druggie," some paranoid friend of mine asked "Is it true that the MORE people you snitch off to the cops, the higher up you go in Heaven?" 🤯
I was both OFFENDED (because I'm not a PUNK), and LAUGHING my head off🤣😂😆😅
That's got to be the strangest question I've been asked, and I've heard MORE than my share of ridiculous questions/accusations🤕
Well kind of true
I think Freemasons set traps on certain cops
I feel bad because none of them even knew that church leaders used to treat black people as less than (not allowing them to be priesthood leaders, etc) and that it is actually in scripture that dark skin is a curse.
Or maybe they were just uncomfortable on camera and didn't know how to respond...
@@CalledtoShare yeah cause they can’t come out and say it cause that’ll push people away
@@CalledtoShare they why include it in your video?
@@CalledtoShare I disagree, they looked genuinely shocked and surprised when the interviewer asked that question. Probably the first book on their shelf that will eventually come crashing down. It breaks my heart for them.
It’s actually not in scripture. No where does it say that dark skin is a curse. The true curse was being cut off from the presence of the Lord.
Well done answering these questions that reflect common misconceptions with positivity and humor. :)
People ask a lot of strange questions. We are a little different but not weird.
Yo, non-Mormon with a question. Is it still a commonly held belief that pacific islanders and native Americans are decedents of Laman?
Depends G
@@Eldertiktok Depends on what though?
Hey! Saw that your question wasn’t really answered, so ima do my best.
I’m fairly sure that it’s still a held belief that Native Americans are descendants of Laman and/or Lemuel - the sons of Lehi, who left Jerusalem in 600 B.C. - however, I am not sure about Pacific Islanders; at least, I never really learned that as the introduction of the Book of Mormon only said that the Lamanites are “among the ancestors of the American Indians” (Introduction of the Book of Mormon).
As that statement is still in the introduction of the Book of Mormon, I would say that it is still a held belief (idk bout “common” or not) that Native Americans are descendants of Laman and/or Lemuel; not sure about Pacific Islanders, since I don’t know.
Not saying that’s it’s not possible, though, since it does say something interesting that MIGHT (emphasis on “might”) point towards that in the Book of Mormon in Alma 63:5-8:
“And it came to pass that Hagoth, he being an exceedingly curious man, therefore he went forth and built him an exceedingly large ship, on the borders of the land Bountiful, by the land Desolation, and launched it forth into the west sea, by the narrow neck which led into the land northward.
“And behold, there were many of the Nephites who did enter therein and did sail forth with much provisions, and also many women and children; and they took their course northward. And thus ended the thirty and seventh year.
“And in the thirty and eighth year, this man built other ships. And the first ship did also return, and many more people did enter into it; and they also took much provisions, and set out again to the land northward.
“And it came to pass that they were never heard of more. And we suppose that they were drowned in the depths of the sea. And it came to pass that one other ship also did sail forth; and whither she did go we know not” (Alma 63:5-8).
Dunno what happened to those Nephites, so they could have been the ones to be the ancestors of Pacific Islanders, but I don’t know. They supposed that they drowned, and they very well might have. It’s not impossible for them to be their ancestors though, if you take into account the Great Pause in Polynesian history, but I’m just going to leave it there since this is just mere speculation.
In other much more shorter words: Yes, we believe that Native Americans are descended from Laman and/or Lemuel, but we’re - or I’m - not sure about Pacific Islanders; although, they MIGHT (emphasis on “might”) be, but that’s something you gotta ask God about since I don’t know everything.
Anyways, sorry for the essay lollll. Hope that helped! If you have any more questions, I have some missionary friends that would love to help :))
Testimony saved. These responses answered every question I’ve had
Love the beep beep at the end lol
Love these sweet young missionaries and their answers!
I get asked harder questions than these. Lololololol
What's the hardest one?
@@CalledtoShare who is the God we worship, if we believe in the father, son and Holy Ghost as being three separate; and of the ten commands "No other gods before me", is this contradictory of our beliefs.
@@williamfindspeople4341 Ha ha.. That's easy because Jesus Christ says "I am in the Father, and the Father is in me..." and so on.
I swear.. These special people must be descendants of the pharisees🙄
FUN BLOODLINE
@@williamfindspeople4341 take into account the culture of the time that verse was made. And the godhead all have the same purpose and will. So arent really worshipping different Gods. We pray to Heavenly Father through Jesus Christ our Mediator. Believing multiple Gods is not a problem. Believing Gods with purposes separate from out Heavenly Father’s is!
@@Jerry-dd3pl excellent. Plus it was translated into Greek, German, Latin and English
Almost ALL Christians (Catholics, Presbyteries, Lutherans Ect) will say that Mormons are NOT Christian. I grew up going to a Roman Catholic school most of my life and the Mormon church does so many things that go AGAINST typical Christian/Catholic views.
I'm glad we all have a love of Christ. This is what we believe about Him > www.churchofjesuschrist.org/bc/content/shared/content/english/pdf/36035_000_25_livingchrist.pdf
When you become an exalted god, will you tell your future Spirit Children that you are "Holy Holy Holy, God Almighty, who was and is, and is to come"
Great video! Great missionaries! Great church!
Love all missionaries ❤️.. they're Jesus Christ representative to preach he's true gospel to all people,.. praying that all people will listen to hear gospel of Jesus Christ!... keep safe always guys ❤️
"Do you guys dig up dead people to baptise them?"
😂 😆
That would be weird.
Such immaturity
As.an a non mormon, I am utterly unimpressed with mormonism. I have no interest to join them on a Sunday.
Teenagers can be immature
The doctrines of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hold the answers to your questions.
So happy to see your video
I hope these kids never do an in depth study of church history. They would be horrified...
That's completely untrue. The more you dig into the history, the more your testimony will be strengthened. Knowledge is power. Human history is complex and messy. We are able to deal with it. That's why the Church has published Saints > history.churchofjesuschrist.org/saints
@@CalledtoShare I was a member. The more I dug, the more horrified I became. But what really did it for me is Joseph Smith Polyandrus relationships.
@@michaelgrey7854 I've given a lot of thought into that as well, but rather than abandon faith, Perhaps you should ask god. Surely at some point you had faith in the LDS church, if that be so, then ask god who giveth to all men liberally and he should give you the truth and answers to your questions.
I pray they do so they can better understand the miraculous wonder the Lord brings about through I perfect and unlikely people
Ya know, these were definitely not the types of questions I was expecting coming into this video. Where were all the actually awkward questions?
Like why did Joseph Smith practice polyandry contrary to the commandments in D&C128?
And why did the church alter wording used to describe the relationship of the Godhead after the Book of Mormon had already been completed?
And why is it that Joseph Smith made a failed prophecy about Martin Harris meeting a man who would be eager to buy the copyright to the Book of Mormon?
On that note, why would Joseph Smith even think about selling the right to the Book of Mormon?
Imagine if someone actually did buy the copyright, they could edit the BoM however they wanted to and publish that as the word of God.
Overall a little dissapointed on the quality of questions. Do they really think people avoid and leave the Mormon church over stuff like "Mormons have horns"?
I, as a member, found myself laughing at some of the questions.
Some of these questions crack me up oml the absurdity
One of those guys was one of the FSY counselors at my recent camp!
Nice!
@@CalledtoShareyeah! Good vid!!
Thanks!
4:10 Thats the most Mormon outfit I’ve ever seen lmao
When I was a missionary in Texas (exmormon now) one of my favorite questions was “Are y’all lesbians?”
How often did you get that question on your mission? I'm sure it's a much more common question nowadays.
@@CalledtoShare oh I got it a couple times I don’t remember how many :P But people in TX seem to be more upfront about that kind of stuff. Funny thing is I’m actually asexual lol
4:37 i dunno, is billions rich?
Hello. I have an awkward question- Was Joseph Smith a polygamist or did he practice monogamy? Thanks!
He was a polygamist, this came into practice after he was caught having a “dirty nasty affair” with a 14 year old named Any Falger (my spelling may be off). In the end he had over 30 wives, many of which were mother-daughter pairs and wives of other men that were sent off on missions by Joseph Smith.
@@LoganBeck Fanny Alger was 17 at the time. Helen Mar Kimball was a later wife who was 14 when they married. But yes, Joseph Smith was a polygamist and had up to 40 wives.
He was a polygamist. He had up to 40 wives, and not all of them were adults at the time they married.
@@FoxbrushDraws Thank you for the answer.
Ah yes all wrong, note the different number of so called wives. I am no church historian but, no I would say he only loved his wife Emma. He loved his family also but not in the same way. Sickness often would take the lives of husbands or wives, women didn't really have the rights they have today it was very hard to be a widow with a few kids, ya know. So people were married for that reason, also there was a time were members were confused on how to get to the highest degree of glory so there was something called sealings or temple marriages and women would get sealed to the prophet (that's not how that works btw) and then the two people would go their separate ways.
All the being said yes there was men with lots wives, kinda weird, not gonna lie. Something to do with the church needing more people, probably because everywhere else we went everyone wanted to kill us. I really don't think I could do that if I lived in those times. In the Saints book, I believe it talks about how Joseph really, really didn't want to tell people God wanted it to be a thing, but hey when God tells ya to do something you so it.
Also if you want to know what I am telling the truth, just pray about, God's not going to lie to you.
Dear friend's. Please don't normalise that Christians are so innocent, some of us come from rough backgrounds but we are all made new in Christ.
Love this! Missionaries are the best.
Couldn't agree more!
This is what I understand that Mormons teach: that although the Bible is true, it's been misinterpreted too much to fully trust and much more credence is given to the book of mormon and the "testimony" of the church. They also believe themselves to be the "reformed" church. They believed that God needed a polygamous prophet to reform his church!
The Bible is full of truth. It also covers the most important period on earth, Christ’s ministry!
Karl, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the restored church of Jesus Christ. Not reformed. Jesus Christ restored it through a living prophet.
And yes, God at times has sanctioned plural marriage. Abraham, David, Solomon, and others from the Bible had multiple wives.
As for the relationship between the Bible and the Book of Mormon, if you want to learn more you could read 2 Nephi 29. I think you would really enjoy it > www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/29?lang=eng
James, the Bible is full of truth. No disagreement there.
@@CalledtoShare Yep! It’s wonderful that we have another testament of Jesus Christ, and his ministry to the Nephites!
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Ephesians 6:12-13
Has the line or distinction between yourself and God ever become so slim, that when you prayed or talked to God, you thought that maybe you were talking to yourself? If so, did it bother you? And what did you do to understand it?
This is so good! I love our missionaries!
Joseph smith said you must learn to become gods
The Bible says Isaiah 43:10 before me their was no god nether will their be after me
That's why we have prophets, they open the heavens and reveal truth we didn't have before.
@@CalledtoShare smith is teaching you a different god from the Bible a false idol as god won’t save you!
Jesus saith unto him,” I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” Don’t trust your prophets trust Jesus
Paul says to let you be but yet I’m here telling you this Galatians 1:8
@@CalledtoShare there is no way to "reveal truth we didn't have before". Jesus says in the BIBLE that He is the way, the truth, and the life. (John 10:10.) Anything that directly contradicts the Bible, the TRUTH, is a false doctrine, following a false Jesus!
The Bible also says in Psalm 82:6 I said 'You are gods, and all of you are children of the Most High'. In John 10:31-39, Jesus quoted this verse when the Jews wanted to stone Him for what they thought was blasphemy because He claimed to be equal with God the Father. "Jesus answered them, "Is it not written in your law, 'I said, "You are gods" '? If He called them gods, to whom the word of God came (and scripture cannot be broken), do you say of Him whom the Father sanctified and sent into the world, 'You are blaspheming,' because I said, 'I am the Son of God'?". St Paul, when he was in Athens, told the people, "for in Him we live and move and have our being, as also some of your own poets have said, 'For we are also His offspring'. Therefore, since we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Divine Nature is like gold or silver or stone, something shaped by art and man's devising." (Acts 17:28-29).
@@1974AMDG and example of psalm 82:6 is Putin he is a god a person of higher authority/ ruler/ judge of the people if you keep reading psalms it says “ but you will surely die like a princess” I’m using putin as an example he’s killing people he has power to do so but regardless god is above all these so call gods/ rulers/ judges, he is the creator “ you are children of the most high” Putin will die like every other ruler god and stand to the real god and judge
Now, let’s look at how Jesus uses this passage. Jesus had just claimed to be the Son of God (John 10:25-30). The unbelieving Jews respond by charging Jesus with blasphemy, since He claimed to be God (verse 33). Jesus then quotes Psalm 82:6, reminding the Jews that the Law refers to mere men-albeit men of authority and prestige-as “gods.” Jesus’ point is this: you charge me with blasphemy based on my use of the title “Son of God”; yet your own Scriptures apply the same term to magistrates in general. If those who hold a divinely appointed office can be considered “gods,” how much more can the One whom God has chosen and sent (verses 34-36)?
In contrast, we have the serpent’s lie to Eve in the Garden. His statement, “your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil” (Genesis 3:5), was a half-truth. Their eyes were opened (verse 7), but they did not become like God. In fact, they lost authority, rather than gaining it. Satan deceived Eve about her ability to become like the one true God, and so led her into a lie. Jesus defended His claim to be the Son of God on biblical and semantic grounds-there is a sense in which influential men can be thought of as gods; therefore, the Messiah can rightly apply the term to Himself. Human beings are not “gods” or “little gods.” We are not God. God is God, and we who know Christ are His children.
Jesus claimed to be god “before Abraham! I AM!”
preached Paul (Acts 17:27-28, ESV). He cited the crowd’s own poets to capture their attention and expose the contradiction in their thinking. He wanted the Athenians to know that God is not a lifeless idol fashioned by human hands of wood, gold, silver, or stone. He is a living God, and in Him we live
Paul’s next statement, “We are his offspring” (verse 28), also the words of an ancient Stoic poet-philosopher, further developed this idea. Humans are children of God. He is their Father in the natural sense Genesis 1:27; Malachi 2:10; Luke 3:38; Ephesians 3:14 , thus proving that the living God is far superior to dead idols
Mormons are such beautiful people. I worry about their beliefs though.
What worries you?
@@CalledtoShare the theology. The strict call to obedience of church authorities. I would say you could be happier leaving the Church but that's none of my business.
Funny coming from someone with the username "antidepressant" :)
@@CalledtoShare actually faith in religion without questioning is a kind of mental illness. I do think faith in God is a healthy thing. Just the devil is in the detail. Gays going to hell for example?
Faith without seeking to know for yourself, I would agree, is not a good thing. We are taught in our religion to study things out.
Dont know whether all Christians get asked this ...
But ..
"If theres a God why is there suffering in the world"
And
"Why do babies die in bad ways"
Etc etc..
I've been asked these quite a lot lol
Love the video by the way..
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Oh yeah... THOSE are the attack questions on ALL believers in Christ.
They don't have a CLUE about the purpose of life whatsoever because a) No one bothered to teach them. b) They're in the gall of bitterness. OR c) They've been brainwashed by evil conspirers.
Either way, they usually don't like the answer the get to their questions because they want instant gratification, or to discourage a believer... Sad, huh?
Yeah, those seem to be very common questions I get often as well.
I have gotten that question from a member of the church. She even served a mission. It boggled my mind.
I just heard a great answer to "Why do babies die in bad ways?"
- "Because abortion is a thing."
Guaranteed to start a fight and invite contention!
The answer goes into the nature of God and the Godhead. There is a mystery surrounding God, so no one wants to explain it. Basically, the invisible God is supreme and omnipotent. The visible Godhead were created by the One Supreme Being. The visible Godhead are not all-powerful. The devil is constantly at work causing suffering, while Heavenly Father, the Son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit work hard to protect us and to end sin and suffering. Because of free-agency, the Invisible God can not just end sin and suffering. The Visible God are still fighting for peace and sinless life. When the Heavenly Trio finish their battle against sin, suffering will end. "They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my Holy Mountain, saith the Lord." -Isaiah 65:25.
The LDS Church does NOT believe in the same Jesus Christ as the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodoxy, and most of Protestantism. The LDS Church teaches that Jesus is a created god and brother of Lucifer, the devil. Christians, on the other hand, believe that Jesus is the eternal Word of God (John 1: 1) and the second Person of the Holy Trinity. 😊😊😊
There is a ton of paid ministry, all of the "general authorities", and the ones they call apostles and prophets are paid very well. They also travel all over the world with all expenses paid in addition to their salaries. This is easily confirmed with google
What percentage of those who have callings are paid? It's not a ton. There are less than 100 who are paid. There are hundreds of thousands who hold callings in the ministry of this church. And it is a stipend, not a salary. And they all make much less than they would if they had kept their day jobs. Since they are devoting 100% of their time to the church they are given the stipend.
But yes, as you said, this is all common knowledge and easily confirmed on Google.
When one is called to be a General Authority, one is called to give up their jobs and careers, to be in service to the Lord 24/7 for the rest of their lives. So, naturally, they would need a way to receive money to pay their bills, buy groceries, keep a roof over their heads, pay for medical expenses, and pay for travel expenses that their calling and the Lord Jesus Christ requires of them. Is the amount they receive enough for them to live lavishly? No, just enough for them to do what they need to do as the Prophets and Apostles of the Lord Jesus Christ.
@CalledtoShare the first presidency and the 12. Fifteen. Plus there are like 5 "quoroms of the 70." Which brings the total to 365. The entire church educational system employs about 50000 people... the ensign investing firm.... and the entirenkirton mckonkie law firm.... soooo.... your wrong.
That was cute. Love it
Thanks
“Let God’s curse fall on anyone, including us or even an Angel from Heaven, who preaches a different kind of Good News than the one we preached to you” Gal. 1:8. Joseph Smith was greatly deceived by the enemy.
2 Timothy 3: 15-17
15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
"All scripture is given by inspiration of God" . Joseph Smith was a prophet of God. I testify in the name of Jesus Christ ✨
@@gabrielmajezi1477 Enjoy your hell path cult lil bro. Won’t be me