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Summary: A Loving and Thoughtful Expose on Mormonism
Review: is what this book is all about. A former Mormon, Thelma Geer obviously loves the Mormon people and only wants to share her love of Christianity with them. She points out to them many of the unspoken and "swept under the carpet" doctrines of the early church that seem way out of synch with what Mormonism is today. And yet these policies are written doctrines! I hope that many Mormons will read this with an open mind, and discover for themselves the truth about the church. This book is informative, well documented and written in a very non-accusatory way.
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Summary: Great offer from Thelma
Review: The wonderful maze that mormonism has pulled off since it's inception is amazing. Thelma has outlined the blatant lies that are constantly withdrawn from potential converts. I recently ran into a missionary who denied the fact of blacks holding priesthood roles until 1978. I, like Thelma gently explained that the coverups are on going to this day. He didn't think the Mormons had anything to do with the the Olympic bribe scandal. Naivity is a great characteristic to have if you are looking for a converts as a missionary. I look forward to a follow up on any one who accepts her challenge. Morman-a word used to imply that Joseph Smith was a man-made religion based on his own inspiration. For the reviewer who denies his own ignorance of what is Christian doctrine and what is plagurized replicas. But that is just one more truth that Thelma explains, the lies and deceit of the mormon church. Good people will enjoy this book. People in denial won't.
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Summary: All Christianity deserves a thoughtful review
Review: This book is thoughtful in its refutation of Mormonism, but for anybody to say they know the 'real' Christ is utter self congratulation. Any Bible scholar can tell you that there is a minimum of one Christ per author of the Bible. Mormons made up a new religion (constantly evolving, even), yes, probably akin to something L Ron Hubbard would create. But do you all really believe that your brand of Xtianity is more true than anybody else's? Why? There are different versions of the Bible, even more interpretations of it, and a plethora of fanatical jerks who will force their own beliefs on the rest of the world. Religion should be about getting closer to god and a deeper understanding of yourself and your place in this life, not about being a part of the mighty majority, bent on the terestrial damnation of those less 'insightful' (or vain, maybe) than yourself.
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Summary: DIFFERENT FROM THE OTHERS.....
Review: This book is very different comapred to the others for many reasons, but one currently sticks out in my mind: Thelma doesn't bash, she goes by experience. Most of the books like this one are forceful in the way you read them, either that or just plain dull! I recommend it to anyone who is like me: A Christian surrounded by Mormons in Utah.
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Summary: Existential talking out, and we find truth on the floor.
Review: This book is written in a soft and gentle tone, which, of course, excuses anything that is written. As long as it is gentle, and respectful, we should accept it. It is essence of tolerance, which is more important than truth.This book is a narrative, since, as Pope points out -Alexander pope, not John Paul-"How can we reason, but from what we know." We, if necessary, must make hasty generalizations from our lives and imposes these generalizations on reality. Certain things demand that we act, and this book outlines one of these areas. I think the ruff diamond in this oyster is it's "existential eye-looking." We are all eyes and see the world. We take things in, weather we be Mormon, Gentile, Confused, or lonely. Or all of these together. We are in a fix, and talking things out can be a relief. That is what this book is all about: talking things out, and making truth from our mere experiences. What else can we do?
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Summary: Existential talking out, and we find truth on the floor.
Review: This book is written in a soft and gentle tone, which, of course, excuses anything that is written. As long as it is gentle, and respectful, we should accept it. It is essence of tolerance, which is more important than truth. This book is a narrative, since, as Pope points out -Alexander pope, not John Paul-"How can we reason, but from what we know." We, if necessary, must make hasty generalizations from our lives and imposes these generalizations on reality. Certain things demand that we act, and this book outlines one of these areas. I think the ruff diamond in this oyster is it's "existential eye-looking." We are all eyes and see the world. We take things in, weather we be Mormon, Gentile, Confused, or lonely. Or all of these together. We are in a fix, and talking things out can be a relief. That is what this book is all about: talking things out, and making truth from our mere experiences. What else can we do?
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Summary: Intelligent, Accurate and Compassionate
Review: This literature is one of the most powerful ministering tools to put in the hands of those who are in bondage of Mormonism or who are considering investigating it! Thelma has offered an original 1830 1st edition copy of the Book Of Mormon to anyone who can disprove the information in her book "Mormonism, Mama, and Me". So far no takers. Her writing style is soft and not abrasive. She comes from a loving and caring perspective and feels that the information she covers in this book is important enough to stand up and speak in truth about the foundation of the Mormon religion. The Mormon doctrine is ever changing and the writings are continually edited and revised as to be faith promoting to its members. Many Mormon members have little knowledge of the actual facts concearning the foundation of their own religion. Thelma provides a good starting place for the reader. She includes a wonderful bibliography and some photo copies of some of the original writings from leaders of the church in the appendix. Great book to include in any library, gives a good overveiw of the complexity, difficulty, and deception of Mormonism.
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Summary: A MUST FOR ANY LIBRARY!
Review: This literature is one of the most powerful ministering tools to put in the hands of those who are in bondage of Mormonism or who are considering investigating it! Thelma has offered an original 1830 1st edition copy of the Book Of Mormon to anyone who can disprove the information in her book "Mormonism, Mama, and Me". So far no takers. Her writing style is soft and not abrasive. She comes from a loving and caring perspective and feels that the information she covers in this book is important enough to stand up and speak in truth about the foundation of the Mormon religion. The Mormon doctrine is ever changing and the writings are continually edited and revised as to be faith promoting to its members. Many Mormon members have little knowledge of the actual facts concearning the foundation of their own religion. Thelma provides a good starting place for the reader. She includes a wonderful bibliography and some photo copies of some of the original writings from leaders of the church in the appendix. Great book to include in any library, gives a good overveiw of the complexity, difficulty, and deception of Mormonism.
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Summary: Wonderful book for sharing the truth about Mormonism
Review: What a wonderful vessel this woman is for the Lord. She speaks with such a sincerity and respect to her "beloved Mormons" that she benevolently sets herself apart from those who mean well but unwittingly trample on the good Mormon people in their witnessing efforts. She successfully delivers the truth about (1) the spiritually destructive nature of Mormonism and (2) the good news of the "Biblical" Jesus. Biblical Christians such as myself want so desperately to break through the "feel-good" facade of Mormonism and share the truth. We want to reach out to loved ones who are in spiritual bondage and don't even know it. Of course their eternal future is at stake. As I read the book, I was most amazed to learn that Mormons, in large part, are unaware of some of the outrageous and definately unbiblical doctrines of their faith, such as that Jesus Christ is a polygamist and is siring children in heaven forever and ever.* If they only knew... But the good news is that the truth is always there waiting for them if they will only seek it. This book can help. If you are a Christian with Mormon loved ones, this book may very well reach through to them in a way in which you are unable. *Orson Pratt, The Seer, p. 158
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