by | Jul 8, 2008 | Mormon Beliefs
Mortality The Creation and the Fall According to the beliefs of Mormonism, God created this world for us, as is recorded in the Bible (Genesis 1–2). He then created our bodies “in [His] image, after [His] likeness” (Genesis 1:26). The first man and woman were Adam...
by | Jul 8, 2008 | Mormon Beliefs
Obedience to the Commandments of God Jesus Christ told his followers that “Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven, but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 7:21). Mormons believe that It is...
by | Jul 8, 2008 | Mormon Beliefs
The PreMortal Life Most people believe they will live after they die. For this reason, it may not be surprising to realize we also lived before we were born, and that this life is the center of a long eternal life. Many people speak of babies coming from Heaven, and...
by | Jul 8, 2008 | Mormon Beliefs
The Word of Wisdom Mormons believe that physical and spiritual things influence one another. For example, when someone is physically sick, he or she often feels emotionally drained as well. The same is true for someone who is spiritually or emotionally...
by | Jul 8, 2008 | Mormon Beliefs
The first Mormon missionary was undoubtedly Joseph Smith, the Prophet, who told his family and neighbors about his First Vision in which he saw Jesus Christ and God the Father. Though ostracized and harassed because of this, Joseph continued to assert the truth and...
by | Jul 8, 2008 | Mormon Beliefs
This site aims to dispel some of the myths and misunderstandings about what Mormons believe. This will help readers understand not only what Mormons believe today, but also what inspired the faith and sacrifice of early Mormon pioneers. By understanding the faith...
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