How do you share the gospel with those who don't think they need it? Someone you know is a Mormon—a family member, a coworker, a friend, or a neighbor—and you long to present the truth about Jesus and what God's Word teaches. But where do you start? How can you convey what's on your heart in a way that will be well received? Every relationship and situation is unique, and that's why these essays from respected scholars, apologists, and pastors—including Sandra Tanner, Robert Bowman, David Geisler, Bill McKeever, Mark Mittelberg, J. Warner Wallace, Lynn Wilder, and others—lays out a variety of creative methods for sharing the gospel effectively so you can... initiate authentic conversations respond with compassion and clarity to Mormon teachings understand your Mormon friends and find ways to keep the dialogue going Speaking the truth to Mormons can feel daunting when you're unprepared. Let the suggestions in this book give you solid ideas for reaching those who are lost but don't realize it.
Have you ever wondered what to say to Mormon missionaries who come to your door? Do you feel uncomfortable about sharing your Christian faith with a Mormon friend, coworker, or neighbor? Have you wished for a clearer understanding of the differences between Mormonism and Christianity? If you ve ever wanted a friendly, easy-to-use guide for talking with your Mormon friend or acquaintance, you ll find this book an ideal help. In her warm, personal style, Donna Morley will equip you with the basic essentials for pointing Mormons to Christ and biblical truth. In this expanded edition, of what use to be A Christian Woman s Guide to Understanding Mormonism, Morly provides many practical illustrations and step-by-step guidelines along with study questions and a simple yet powerful tool called a Fact Sheet will build your confidence in sharing your faith with Mormons. Also Included: LDS Photo Album Morley includes an LDS Photo Album, which would be of interest to anyone interested in Mormon history or to just put a face in the reader's mind of the many characters in the Mormon story. A Gift to Mormons Morley has not only written this book to assist Christians, but if the Christian feels led, this book can be given as a gift to a Mormon. Throughout this book are "boxed notes" that say, "Mormon Friend, Please Consider." Again, this will help the Christian converse with Mormons, but too, it's made personal enough (with much politeness) that if you feel led to give it to a Mormon friend, he or she will feel that, with much love, it was written for just for him or her. Endorsements This book has been endorsed by many, such as Today s Books giving Morley accolades from this book's first printing: "!!! EXCEPTIONAL." Others have also endorsed this book, such as Bill McKeever (Founder of Mormonism Research); Duane Magnani (Director of Witness, Inc); Angela Goedelman (Personal Freedom Outreach); Fritz Ridenour, Author of the Best Seller, What s the Difference?; Dr. Ed Hindson (Assistant Chancellor, Liberty University); Christine D. Anderson (Editor, Lifeway Church Resources); and more.
This volume--the work of a lifetime--brings together all the Joseph Smith Translation manuscript in a remarkable and useful way. Now, for the first time, readers can take a careful look at the complete text, along with photos of several actual manuscript pages. The book contains a typographic transcription of all the original manuscripts, unedited and preserved exactly as dictated by the Prophet Joseph and recorded by his scribes. In addition, this volume features essays on the background, doctrinal contributions, and editorial procedures involved in the Joseph Smith Translation, as well as the history of the manuscripts since Joseph Smith's day.
This special edition of the Lectures on Faith from Zion’s Camp Books is formatted for convenience on an eReader, with more than 100 internal links to scriptures and citations. We hope it will give you a great reading experience! The Lectures on Faith were originally prepared as materials for the School of the Prophets in Kirtland, Ohio in 1834 and were included in the Doctrine and Covenants from 1835 to 1921. Although the Lectures on Faith have never been accepted as revelation by the body of the church (and so were removed from the Doctrine and Covenants in 1921), they contain important doctrinal insights that can help anyone seeking to learn more about faith and come closer to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. President Joseph Fielding Smith noted, “I suppose that the rising generation knows little about the Lectures on Faith. . . . In my own judgment, these Lectures are of great value and should be studied. . . . I consider them to be of extreme value in the study of the gospel of Jesus Christ.” (Joseph Fielding Smith, Seek Ye Earnestly. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1970.) Elder Bruce R. McConkie of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles has stated the lectures contain “some of the best lesson material ever prepared on the Godhead; on the character, perfections, and attributes of God; on faith, miracles, and sacrifice. They can be studied with great profit by all gospel scholars.” (Bruce R. McConkie, Mormon Doctrine. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1966.)
What are the differences between the practices of Mormonism and the Bible? Is the Jesus of the Mormon Church the Jesus of the Bible? In Mormonism Jesus is a man who became one of many gods. Biblical Christianity teaches Jesus was always God, and that there is only one God. Why is it most Mormons do not talk about these and other controversial differences? Further, Mormon teachings consider the Book of Mormon as equal to the Bible and accept several other books as inspired writings. What is the historical evidence to support these writings? What about accusations of borrowing from other writings or religious traditions? Why is it most Mormons do not talk about these and other controversial differences? This and much more is included in this study. You�ll find yourself more equipped in your own beliefs and be better prepared to discuss your faith with Mormons.
This book reveals the tactics many anti-Mormons employ in attacking the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In clear, straightforward terms, the authors explain the true beliefs of the church and how to see through the word games that critics use to attack it. Offenders for a Word answers critics' objections to Latter-day Saint beliefs regarding the Godhead, polygamy, salvation by grace and works, eternal progression, the premortal existence, the role of the Prophet Joseph Smith, the nature of the Holy Ghost, and much more.
OUR DEAR YOUNG MEN AND YOUNG WOMEN, we have great confidence in you. You are beloved sons and daughters of God and He is mindful of you. You have come to earth at a time of great opportunities and also of great challenges. The standards in this booklet will help you with the important choices you are making now and will yet make in the future. We promise that as you keep the covenants you have made and these standards, you will be blessed with the companionship of the Holy Ghost, your faith and testimony will grow stronger, and you will enjoy increasing happiness.
A Study Guide and a Teacher’s Manual Gospel Principles was written both as a personal study guide and as a teacher’s manual. As you study it, seeking the Spirit of the Lord, you can grow in your understanding and testimony of God the Father, Jesus Christand His Atonement, and the Restoration of the gospel. You can find answers to life’s questions, gain an assurance of your purpose and self-worth, and face personal and family challenges with faith.