<B><H3>Why do I post information about Mormonism?</H3></B>

Why Do I Post Information About Mormonism?

          I have lived in Utah since 1986 and have a deep respect for them. I know that many LDS people are very sincere in their belief in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Sainst and its teachings. These dear people are trusting in their Prophet, church, and teachings to tell them how to have eternal life. The problem is that it is God, not churches, or prophets, who determines how we are to go to heaven when we die. He has clearly revealed in His plan in the Bible as to how we can have forgiveness of sin and a place in heaven when we leave this earth.
           Sadly, what the LDS church teaches in its doctrines of God, Jesus Christ, the Bible, and the Gospel is not what the Bible, which is God's word says. Therefore if men believe these teachings, even sincerely, they are not accepting God's revealed truth. Those that follow a false way, refusing to believe God's truth, will be lost and spend eternity in hell. (John 3:36) I do not want to see anyone spend eternity in hell. I am trying in my feeble way to reach out to them so they too may receive the real Jesus Christ as their Savior and receive eternal life.
           Am I wrong to want to warn men of the pit falls that Satan has laid to mislead men; pitfalls such as false teaching, leaders and churches? The answer is NO! I have a responsibility and mandate from God to tell others the trur Good News (The Gospel) that Jesus Christ died for the sins of men and by simple faith in Him they can be saved and become a child of God. (Matt. 28:19-20)
          Over the years many times Mormons have asked me questions about what I believed as a biblical Christian and Baptist. Often the conversation has been one of them asking questions and of me defending my biblical faith. I have always gladly and cordially answered every question without taking offense. I always welcome any opportunity to share what the Bible teaches with others.
          In presenting these articles on my web page, and addressing the unbiblical teaching of the LDS church, I would hope that Mormons would honestly test their beliefs against the Bible and see for themselves what is true and what is not.
          These questions are not intended to offend nor are they presented in a spirit of hostility. I deeply care for the souls of men. That's what happens when God saves a person....they care for the souls of others. If the LDS teachings are true, then they should be able to stand the test of honest examination and the Mormons should welcome the opportunity prove them. If it does not stand the test of the Bible, then Mormons should seek for God's truth in His Word and acknowledge their error. Hopefully, they would then receive the "real" Jesus Christ as their Savior and ask forgiveness for their sin. God has promised to save all who will.
          I always welcome any questions. I will, in a timely way, respond to all who take the time to honestly and with a positive spirit ask questions. I will not engage in Mormon "bashing"...or...Baptist bashing either! (Ha Ha). However, I will be biblical, frank and straight forward in my answers.
          In response to those who occasionally e-mail and accuse me of "Mormon bashing" may I offer a comment. According Webster's Dictionary "bashing" means to strike with a violent blow or smash. The information I post is not bashing, but comparing the teachings of the LDS church with the teachings of the Bible. I think what I am doing is "Mormon doctrine comparison." I am not offended at Mormons who do not believe the Bible, but I deeply care for their souls. I think Mormons should seriously test their beliefs with the Bible as the Bereans did in Acts 17:11. Speaking of the Bereans the Bible says, "These were more noble than those in Thessaloncia, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and search the scriptures daily, whether those things were truth."
Rules for questions: Only one question per e-mail. Be specific. Do not quote long passages from the Book of Mormon, D&C, etc. List only the references. I have all these documents. Please do not e-mail and take me to task for posting this material. That will be a waste of your time and mine. I encourage you to study the all the material and honestly test the LDS teachings with the Bible. Please do not e-mail me if you have not thoroughly read the articles. Many who write obviously did not read the article.
If you do not want to believe the Bible then reject it. As for me I choose to believe on God's "only begotten" Son, the Lord Jesus Christ and God's word the Bible.
In Christ's name,
Cooper Abrams