Mormon Doctrine, p. 46; “When the prophets speak of an infinite atonement, they mean just that. Its effects cover all men, the earth itself and all forms of life thereon, and reach out into the endless expanses of eternity.” – Bruce R. McConkie [Note: This reference is also found on p. 64 in the non-electronic […]
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RSS feed for this sectionFour Lies the Mormon Church Tells about Jesus’ Shed Blood
The title of our post today actually serves as the question we have for Mormons. Why did Jesus shed His blood? Some might say it’s the most important question there is in all the world. Let’s explore God’s word… In the book of Matthew, Jesus spoke about this very subject – Matthew 26:28 “ …this is my […]
Russell Ballard’s Lies about the Atonement
Romans 6:23; “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” The Ministry of Prophets and Apostles Today, ‘Our Savior’s Atonement’, February 19, 2016 M. Russell Ballard, Apostle Earlier this year, Mormon apostle Russell Ballard delivered a speech about the atonement of Christ. We’ve taken the main comments he […]
Where did Jesus Atone for Sin; Calvary, or Gethsemane?
Exodus 20:4; “Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth.” Ensign, “Gratitude,” May 1997 [April General Conference], 33; “I express gratitude and love for Jesus Christ and His […]
What Did the Atonement Do for Mankind?
Alma 42:23; “But God ceaseth not to be God, and mercy claimeth the penitent, and mercy cometh because of the atonement; and the atonement bringeth to pass the resurrection of the dead; and the resurrection of the dead bringeth back men into the presence of God; and thus they are restored into his presence, to be judged according to their works, according to the law and […]
Atonement of Jesus Christ
THE ATONEMENT Answers to Gospel Questions 4:17; “To many, like the writer, such a custom is repugnant and contrary to the true worship of our Redeemer. Why should we bow down before a cross or use it as a symbol? Because our Savior died on the cross, the wearing of crosses is to most Latter-day […]