The Turmoil Continues
My brother has emailed me and still urges me to pray about the book of mormon and whether it is true, but I don't want to. He wants me to read passages from it, but I don't want to. I don't need the book of mormon to be true because I have the Bible. I'm scared to pray about it because I think I will see false signs. I just pray for God's will and His truth. I would like to believe that my lack of desire to pray about it and to read the book of mormon are signs in themselves of God telling me that I do not need these things. I am trying to get back to reading the Bible regularly for guidance and to keep from being deceived, but with all my other "busyness" it has been hard to set the time aside. I think if I began to pray about and read the book of mormon I would be very easily deceived right now. Just wanting to share with you what I am going through and feeling. Any input would be appreciated.
posted by Laura @ 3:00 PM
7 Comments:
Sorry.
It seems to me that your first priority is to read, prayerfully, the Bible on a regular basis.
To a mature believer, the book of Mormon, or other false books, (say, The DaVinci Code) should hold no fears, but you would need a good reason to read them. Paul seemed to be familiar with the philosophies of his day.
I've never read the Book of Mormon, but I think parts of it may be quotations from parts of the Old Testament.
I suppose you have asked your brother to read the New Testament prayerfully?
God's best.
He reads the Bible as well as the Book of Mormon. There are several passages that I have brought to his attention that go against mormon beliefs but he always states "oh, it's not talking about the Book of Mormon or Mormonism". He knows it but they belief that "the Bible is only as true as it is correctly translated". Basically to say that the translation is less correct than that of the Book of Mormon. I do need to get deep into the word and then to continue to pray.
Dear Laura,
I too was sceptical at first, but when I began to read the Book of Mormon, I truly felt the Holy Spirit testify to me that the words were true. I have grown closer to my Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ because of the Book of Mormon. Your Brother has felt the same thing, so much that he wants to share the gospel with others for 2 years of his life way down in Brazil.
Listen to the promptings of the Holy Spirit.
I also have a problem with any religion that believes that they are "the one true church". I think that God has allowed different Christian religions because everyone relates to HIM differently and everyone's personality is different.
Dear Laura,
This is Caitie i think i met you about 2 times once when me and aaron came to see you and then again when you came that one night.
Laura I just read this and i don't really know what to say except follow your instinct. If you don't want to read it then don't. If you don't have the right intention in reading it then you are obviously not going to get an answer.
I myself was raised Mormon and i too had to find out for myself if it was true. Im not trying to convert you im just giving you my opionon. Aaron only wants the best for you.
Like I said if you don't want to read it, then don't b/c most likely you will not recieve any repsonse because you don't have the right intention.
I wasn't trying to be mean or ne thing so if i came off as that i am sorry
Much Love
Caitie
Caitie, I would agree. My instinct tells me not to read it for several reasons and I feel that God has given me that instinct for a reason. I can say that when I've really listened to it, it hasn't failed me. I'm glad that Aaron is following God's will for him but God's will is not the same for everyone. I am strong in my faith of God and that is what is important to me. Thanks for your input.
Dear Laura,
i only wish to say that i have the greatest respect & love for your brother Aaron. I have felt his spirit for the time that I have known him since moving to Pittsburg three years ago. He has been such an example for my three sons & our family. In fact, for a few months before he left on his mission, he was my home teacher. You'll have to get Aaron to explain what that is. I have had him in my home teaching & was so blessed to have heard his testimony on many occassions. He has not led us wrong & we have only been blessed to follow his words. For me I can only say his words were sweet & answers to my prayers. May the Lord continue to bless you, Aaron & all his family is my fervent prayer. If indeed there is turmoil as your opening comments say, then I wish you peace, not as the world gives, but from the Saviour.
Sincerely,
Darla
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