ATTENTION TO ALL THAT JOIN THIS DISCUSSION
This discussion and debate has been thoughly planned. Myself, HopeTheyDance (supporting Christianity) and jodrey (supporting Mormonism) have put together some rules to help this thread go smoothly, without hostility and bitterness. We recognise that both Christians and LDS are passionate about their beliefs. Having said this, we have laid some groundwork to follow for all who participate in this thread. We only ask you respect our request.
1. To get things rolling, we (HopeTheyDance and jordey) have agrred to begin with discussing the BOM and the Bible. Having said that, I will post my inital question to jordey tomorrow morning, in which, he will respond. Prior to providing feedback, please await his response. (and vice versa when he returns a question in my direction).
Obviously this is an open forum and we can not prevent anyone from posting...however, would like only one question to be asked at a time to lessen the confusion and keep the discussion focused and on track.
2. When providing your feedback to a question or response, please do so as you feel Christ would. Any critisism (and there will be plenty) should be edifying to Christ. No personal attacks against anyone - disagreement is fine - but we ask you refrain from hostile comments.
3. Should anyone question a belief of Christianity or LDS please support your claims with the church doctrin. Doctrin being the Bible for Christianity, and the Bible, BOM, D&C, Peal of Great Price for LDS. In other words, please do not proclaim ones faith believes in something it does not....check it out first. (Church History will also be accepted for argumanets sake, if being a reliable source of course.)
(For inquiring Christians, you will find LDS beliefs listed at www.lds.org) This site has been approved by jodrey as it is the official website for the Mormon Church
4. We understand the LDS consider themselves 'Christians', however, for argument sake, the term Christian will be used to define those who believe the Bible is the infallible and COMPLETE Word of God. LDS (Latter Day Saints) will be used to describe Mormon doctrin believers (Modern Day prophets, further revelation etc...)
5. We request patience be given to each side.
6. Many topics will be discussed, starting with the comparrison of the Holy Bible and the Book of Mormon. There are many other areas we would like to discuss/debate on...such as the Nature of God, Doctrin, interpretation of the scriptures etc....however, will be taking one topic at a time, and as you/we will find - they all tie into one another.
Tomorrow, April 9, will mark the opening of the discussion. I will pose my first question. (Please keep in mind..I am on PST...I will try and post early)
Please note - we are not professional debaters. I ask all my Christian brothers and sisters to support me and one another throughout this thread - I will ask for advice or your comments if an area is broached that I am unsure of. I would also ask your kind correction if I am in error on any point I make, or not being clear in my expressions. I do not claim to know everything. I also ask the same respect be given to jodrey from His LDS supporters.
May God Bless this thread.
"He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches"
This discussion and debate has been thoughly planned. Myself, HopeTheyDance (supporting Christianity) and jodrey (supporting Mormonism) have put together some rules to help this thread go smoothly, without hostility and bitterness. We recognise that both Christians and LDS are passionate about their beliefs. Having said this, we have laid some groundwork to follow for all who participate in this thread. We only ask you respect our request.
1. To get things rolling, we (HopeTheyDance and jordey) have agrred to begin with discussing the BOM and the Bible. Having said that, I will post my inital question to jordey tomorrow morning, in which, he will respond. Prior to providing feedback, please await his response. (and vice versa when he returns a question in my direction).
Obviously this is an open forum and we can not prevent anyone from posting...however, would like only one question to be asked at a time to lessen the confusion and keep the discussion focused and on track.
2. When providing your feedback to a question or response, please do so as you feel Christ would. Any critisism (and there will be plenty) should be edifying to Christ. No personal attacks against anyone - disagreement is fine - but we ask you refrain from hostile comments.
3. Should anyone question a belief of Christianity or LDS please support your claims with the church doctrin. Doctrin being the Bible for Christianity, and the Bible, BOM, D&C, Peal of Great Price for LDS. In other words, please do not proclaim ones faith believes in something it does not....check it out first. (Church History will also be accepted for argumanets sake, if being a reliable source of course.)
(For inquiring Christians, you will find LDS beliefs listed at www.lds.org) This site has been approved by jodrey as it is the official website for the Mormon Church
4. We understand the LDS consider themselves 'Christians', however, for argument sake, the term Christian will be used to define those who believe the Bible is the infallible and COMPLETE Word of God. LDS (Latter Day Saints) will be used to describe Mormon doctrin believers (Modern Day prophets, further revelation etc...)
5. We request patience be given to each side.
6. Many topics will be discussed, starting with the comparrison of the Holy Bible and the Book of Mormon. There are many other areas we would like to discuss/debate on...such as the Nature of God, Doctrin, interpretation of the scriptures etc....however, will be taking one topic at a time, and as you/we will find - they all tie into one another.
Tomorrow, April 9, will mark the opening of the discussion. I will pose my first question. (Please keep in mind..I am on PST...I will try and post early)
Please note - we are not professional debaters. I ask all my Christian brothers and sisters to support me and one another throughout this thread - I will ask for advice or your comments if an area is broached that I am unsure of. I would also ask your kind correction if I am in error on any point I make, or not being clear in my expressions. I do not claim to know everything. I also ask the same respect be given to jodrey from His LDS supporters.
May God Bless this thread.
"He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches"