Nov 26, 2011 the reason this topic even comes up, is because the book of mormon gives this promise in it, i would exhort you that when ye shall read these things. This site does not support the current version of your web browser. The reason this topic even comes up, is because the book of mormon gives this promise in it, i would exhort you that when ye shall read these things. According to smith, the book is originally written in an otherwise unknown language called reformed egyptian on golden plates and it should be of similar importance as the bible. I know that you may have testimony of the spirit concerning the truth of the book of mormon, and you believe that joseph smith was a true prophet of god. Ask the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Remember that the mormon version of god is not the god of the bible. There are three tests that can help us determine if this is a good test. We then enter mormons abridgment of the large plates. The last chapter of the book of mormon contains the promise that if a person will read the book, he may then ask god, the eternal father, in the name of christ, if the book is not true, and if he shall ask with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in christ, god will. If you have a bible study with them, they will ask you to pray over the book of mormon. The curse of cain or mark mentioned in biblical scripture is never said to refer to black skin.
The book of mormon acts as a companion book to the bible, and it supports the doctrines, and testimony of christ found in the bible. Questions to ask mormon missionaries at the door 4mormon. You can ask god other questions of importance to you as well. Setting aside the titles tongue n cheek tendency, there is an element of truth im getting at. It seems after reading these posts that the only possible answer is that the book of mormon happened just like joseph and others claim. Answers to questions all mormons should ask themselves. If the rest of the book of mormon history were written as briefly as these four books, the book of mormon would be a 20 page pamphlet instead of a 531 page book. If you are mormon, please understand that this web page is not against you personally. Behold, i would exhort you that when ye shall read these things, if it be wisdom in god that ye should read them, that ye would remember how merciful the lord hath been unto the children of men, from the creation of adam even down until the time that. In fact, jesus christ testified that this would happen see 2 nephi 29. Apr 05, 2020 a few things about ordering your free book of mormon without missionaries prettyplease do not order if if you are currently an active member of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, i am going to kindly ask that you not email me asking for a package. Book of mormon central teamed up with artist katie payne to create a beautiful and engaging video called the the story of the book of mormon. Whenever a mormon suggests we should pray to find out whether the book of.
Smith said he has received these plates in 1827 from an angel named moroni, who identified himself to smith as a native. Nephi believed it was possible because god shares his great light and. Mormon is one of the final authors who compiled writings from his ancestors who lived nearly one thousand years before he did. The mormon belief in black skin being a curse is found in uniquely mormon books they call scripture. In his farewell address, mormon made the following statement to the lamanites of this dispensation. By bill mckeever check out this 2part viewpoint on mormonism series on moroni 10. Dec 14, 2016 this explains and clarifies christs statement, ask, and it shall be given unto you. May 25, 2018 even though we know hes wrong, satans lies are sometimes easier to believe. Should christians take the challenge and pray about the book of mormon and, ultimately, mormonism. Can you ask mormon youth to help with work answers. After listening to lehi, nephi wanted to know these things for himself. The book of mormon shall stand as a testimony against the world, ether 5. When a person is told not to ask, a barrier is built between them and heaven.
Jan 02, 2020 next will come the invitation to read the book of mormon, pray, and ask god to show you it is true. May 21, 2007 will you read, pray and ask god if the book of mormon, is gods word. These books, known as the book of mormon and pearl of great price published by the church of jesus christ of latterday saints are racist as the list of verses below show. Why you shouldnt ask god if the book of mormon is true. And when ye shall receive these things, i would exhort you that ye would ask god, the eternal. Therefore repent, and be baptized in the name of jesus, and lay hold upon the gospel of christ, which shall be set before you, not only in this record i.
Back to the title of our pamphlet, the baptist version of the book of mormon. You should ask them for a book of mormon, read it, and then ask god if its true. The book of mormon is a sacred text that was published in march 1830 by joseph smith, jr. Question gramps, did the nephites or lamanites ever meet christopher columbus. Did i miss the chapters about global warming, polygamy in this life and the next oh yeahit was forbidden, gay people trying their hardest to be active latterday saints, heavenly mother, the president packercondemned movement of feminism, or coping with the church building a 1. I would exhort you that ye would ask god, the eternal father, in the name of christ, if these things are not true. Lots of answers here with an incredible amount of evidence. The baptist version of the book of mormon by lynn ridenhour. Youve heard the scripture, ask and you shall receive, knock and it shall be opened unto you. Witnessing to mormons some first principles christian. Dear mormons, you dont know the book of mormon is true. On the second thought, the term gold bible was often used by detractors of joseph smith to mock the book of mormon, but the spirit was still able to use the term to interest people in. Regarding this book, joseph smith said, the book of mormon is the most correct of any book on this earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to god by abiding by its precepts than by any other book. If youve ever spoken to a mormon missionary, there is no doubt that you have been challenged to read the book of mormon and pray about its message.
And when ye shall receive these things, i would exhort you that ye would ask god the eternal father, in the name of christ, if these are not true. And because he dwelleth in flesh he shall be called the son of. Answers to questions all mormons should ask themselves summary. This explains and clarifies christs statement, ask, and it shall be given unto you. These books bring the small plates to a conclusion. You will most likely hear a recitation of a verse in the books last chapter. When missionaries are confronted with arguments against the book of mormon, they are taught to ignore the evidence and pray to see if the book of mormon is true. If you ask the lord in faith, he will always answer you.
The book of mormon cannot, and does not replace the bible. Theres a scripture in the book of mormon, in the book of moroni that reads and when ye shall receive these things, i would exhort you that ye would ask god, the eternal father, in the name of christ, if these things are not true. If you desire to share your faith oneonone with mormon missionaries, but you do not have time to prepare for an indepth discussion on the differences between mormon and christian beliefs, you may try inviting them in to watch a film that you have on mormonism. Dec 20, 2017 7 ask, and it shall be given unto you. The book of mormon teaches specifically about prayer, saying. How many times does the phrase ask and ye shall receive appear in the book of mormon. Incredible video explains the story of the plates of mormon. When mormon or latterday saints or lds missionaries present the book of mormon, they explain that feelings prompted by the holy ghost and prayer will help a person to accept it as truth. I use my personal time and money to put together and ship these packages. Mar 12, 2020 when missionaries are confronted with arguments against the book of mormon, they are taught to ignore the evidence and pray to see if the book of mormon is true. Will you read, pray and ask god if the book of mormon, is gods word. If you read and pray about this book, in the name of christ, god will make the truth of the book known to you through his holy spirit. Ask and ye shall receive is meant for everyone lds blogs. Oct 23, 2019 book of mormon central teamed up with artist katie payne to create a beautiful and engaging video called the the story of the book of mormon.
The book of mormon provides a means of determining the truthfulness of the book moroni 10. Some people may ask you why we need the book of mormon when we already have the bible. Heavenly father has repeatedly told us to ask and ye shall receive. In fact, the book of mormon vigorously defends the importance and truthfulness of the bible.
There are only two options when it comes to the book of mormon. The book of mormon another testament of jesus christ, pray to know the truth through the holy ghost in order to know that the book of mormon is true, a person must read, ponder, and pray about it. Here are three powerful book of mormon verses that show love to those whove left. The book of mormon states, and when ye shall receive these things, i would exhort you that ye would ask god, the eternal father, in the name of christ, if these things are not true. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of god, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not. Each clue provides a scripture from one book in the book of mormon, and a clue leading you to the answer. This theme is in the bible, the book of mormon, the doctrine and. Apr 29, 2014 nephi testified, if ye shall believe in christ ye will believe in these words, for they are the words of christ. Is praying over the book of mormon circular reasoning. Book of mormon stories chapter 6 ask and you shall receive. When mormon missionaries properly called latter day saints or simply lds come to your door, they will often offer a free copy of the book of mormon and tell you about its author, joseph smith.
And when ye shall receive these things, i would exhort you that ye would ask god, the eternal father, in the name of christ, if these. With our study of the book of mormon this year its a timely. The challenge of the book of mormon religious studies center. According to contender ministries, fairs responses are deceptive and the original questions are still without adequate and truthful answers. The mormon church realizes that many of the deep doctrines of mormonism such as the belief that men can become gods are strange to most nonmormons and christians alike. Lets say that joseph smith wrote the book of mormon. Book of mormon 1830mormon wikisource, the free online. One of the best places to find things to ask for is in alma 34. Before you fall to your knees, there are some things you need to know that they are not telling you and wont unless you ask. It is either a true record and joseph is a prophet who was called to translate it.
The book of mormon also contains this wonderful promise to know of its truthfulness. Racism in mormon scripture the mormon belief in black skin being a curse is found in uniquely mormon books they call scripture. You say that the book of mormon was written for our day. Fortunately, the book of mormon is there to remind us of the lords pure love for us and his great desire to see us back in the fold. American standard version 1901 make a request, and it will be answered. The prhase ask and ye shall receive appears once in the book of mormon. The book of mormon does not only tell stories about those who were blessed because of their obedience. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of god who giveth to all men liberally and upbraideth not and it shall be given him. What does it mean by their speech shall whisper out of the dust. The site owners also claim that fair can pack a lot of deception into a paragraph or two. Exactly how to get a free book of mormon without missionaries. Discover how you can come closer to god by reading from its pages. A few things about ordering your free book of mormon without missionaries prettyplease do not order if if you are currently an active member of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, i am going to kindly ask that you not email me asking for a package.
Depending on the answers you receive or dont take whatever action you feel is appropriate. Kayla answer kayla, thank you so much for your question. If you are sensitive to the holy spirit, he can tell you the truth of all things through honest and sincere study and prayer. Basic english bible ask, and it shall be given to you. Top 40 inspirational book of mormon scriptures the lifey app. But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of god, who gives to all men generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. For behold, thus saith jesus christ, the son of god, unto his disciples which. There are many reasons why the book of mormon is important in our day for example, see 2 nephi 29.
Like the bible, the book of mormon is a book of scripture that teaches about jesus. You are probably a very good person or are trying to be and want to serve god and honor him. We spend a lot of time thinking about what the scriptures tell us, not nearly as. The clues are in order to help you remember the order of the books in the book of mormon and an important scripture it contains. I was going through my notes when i found this paper that my trainer from my mission gave me. Nephi testified, if ye shall believe in christ ye will believe in these words, for they are the words of christ. Mormons typically quote this verse in support of praying about the book of mormon as is suggested within its pages. Smith, they will say, translated the book of mormon from golden plates he dug up in a hill in new york in the early 1800s. The church knows that if these doctrines were revealed right away to prospective converts, especially those who come from a christian. The very existence of the book of mormon is a testimony that god continues to communicate with his children.
To get the best possible experience using our website we recommend that you upgrade to a newer version or install another browser. Behold i say unto you, that whoso believeth in christ, doubting nothing what so ever he shall ask the father in the name of christ, it shall be granted them. Using only the text of the book of mormon as the narration, get a glimpse of the fatherson relationship between mormon and moroni, as they strive to pass the plates along to where we have it today as the book of mormon. If you ask the lord in faith, he will always answer you just believe in him and have no fear so the song simultaneously takes a lighthearted jab at some of the more obscure bits of mormonism but also has a good message at its core about having no fear when doing what you believe to be right. Son of man, take a stick and write on it, for judah, and the people of israel associated with him. If your daughter asks why you need the book of mormon ask her what she gets out of it. That passage is not speaking about praying about a book, or a prophet. As i said earlier, having read the book of mormon through as a baptist minister, i was astonished at how often i kept running into protestant themes. My friend said, i have a testimony because i was taught to ask questions. The book of mormon is a book of holy scripture that as you read, you will be able to feel the influence of gods holy spirit testifying of its truthfulness. Of course you must do this with sincerity, or it wont work.