The Secret Lives of
Mormon Wives

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Truth about the "Mormons"

Are Mormons allowed to be swingers?

No, Mormons are not allowed to be swingers.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church) teaches strict adherence to the law of chastity, which includes complete fidelity in marriage and abstinence from sexual relations outside of marriage.

Swinging, which involves engaging in sexual activities with someone other than one's spouse, is contrary to these teachings and would be considered a serious violation of the church's moral standards.

Members found engaging in such activities could face church disciplinary action, including excommunication.

Are Mormons Polygamists?

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), commonly known as the Mormon Church, officially renounced the practice of polygamy in 1890. Since then, the mainstream LDS Church has strictly prohibited polygamy, and members found practicing it are excommunicated.

"Mormons" or the "LDS Church" should not be confused with the FLDS Church (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints). The FLDS Church is a radical polygamist sect that broke away from the Mormon Church over a century ago and still practice polygamy. They were featured in the popular Netflix series "Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey."

Why are they called Mormons?

The nickname "Mormon" originated from the title of the Book of Mormon, which is considered another testament of Jesus Christ that members of the Church read and study, alongside the Old and New Testaments (King James Version).

The Church has encouraged the use of its full name, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, to emphasize its focus on Jesus Christ.

Are Mormons Christian?

Yes, Mormons are Christians. They believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of God and the Savior of the world, and they follow His teachings.

As mentioned above, the actual name of their church is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

2 Nephi 25:26 in the Book of Mormon says "And we talk of Christ, we rejoice in Christ, we preach of Christ, we prophesy of Christ, and we write according to our prophecies, that our children may know to what source they may look for a remission of their sins."

Do Mormons worship Joseph Smith?

No, Mormons do not worship Joseph Smith.

They view Joseph Smith as a prophet through whom God restored the gospel of Jesus Christ and established the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Mormons worship God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ.

They regard Joseph Smith as a prophet and significant figure in religious history (like Moses, Abraham, Noah, etc.), but their worship and devotion are directed towards God.

Do Mormons believe in a living Prophet?

Yes, Mormons believe in a living prophet (Russel M. Nelson).

They believe that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the restored church that Christ established during His earthly ministry, complete with prophets and apostles.

This belief is supported by biblical scripture, such as Ephesians 2:20, which states, "And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone."

Mormons hold that just as Christ's original church was led by prophets and apostles, the restored church is also led by these leaders.

They believe that Joseph Smith was the first prophet of this dispensation and that there is a current, living prophet who receives revelation from God to guide the church today.

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