The Mormons - What do they believe in?

Mormons, officially known as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), follow a unique set of beliefs that distinguish them from mainstream Christianity, while still identifying as Christian. The religion was founded in the early 19th century by Joseph Smith in upstate New York.

Here’s a clear breakdown of what Mormons believe:

1. God and the Godhead

  • Mormons believe in God the Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost as three separate beings united in purpose—not a single entity as in traditional Trinitarian Christianity.

  • God the Father has a physical body of flesh and bone, as does Jesus Christ.

  • The Holy Ghost is a spirit personage without a body.

2. Jesus Christ

  • Mormons believe Jesus Christ is the literal Son of God, Savior and Redeemer of the world.

  • His atonement, death, and resurrection make it possible for humanity to be saved from sin and death.

  • Christ plays a central role in LDS theology—His name is even in the church’s title.

3. Restoration, Not Reformation

  • Mormons believe that after the death of the apostles, the original Christian church fell into apostasy.

  • They claim that Joseph Smith was called by God to restore the original church in 1830.

  • This is not considered a new religion by its followers, but the restored Church of Jesus Christ with restored priesthood authority.

4. The Book of Mormon

  • In addition to the Bible, Mormons accept the Book of Mormon as sacred scripture.

  • The Book of Mormon is said to be a record of ancient prophets who lived in the Americas, translated by Joseph Smith from golden plates revealed to him by the angel Moroni.

  • Other texts considered scripture include the Doctrine and Covenants and The Pearl of Great Price.

5. Plan of Salvation

  • Mormons believe in a pre-mortal existence, where all human spirits lived with God before being born on Earth.

  • Life on Earth is a test, and depending on choices and faith, people will go to different levels of heaven after death.

  • They teach that there are three degrees of glory:

    • Celestial Kingdom – the highest, where God dwells and faithful Mormons hope to go.

    • Terrestrial Kingdom – for honorable people who didn’t fully accept the gospel.

    • Telestial Kingdom – for the unrepentant and wicked.

6. Eternal Progression and Godhood

  • One of the more distinct teachings is that humans can become like God through faith, obedience, and exaltation.

  • “As man now is, God once was; as God now is, man may become.” – often attributed to early Mormon leader Lorenzo Snow.

  • This is known as the doctrine of eternal progression.

7. Family and Eternal Marriage

  • Mormons believe that marriage can last beyond death, sealed in holy temples.

  • The family is central to God’s plan, and temple ordinances allow families to be together for eternity.

  • Baptisms for the dead are also practiced, allowing deceased ancestors to accept salvation posthumously.

8. Missionary Work

  • Mormons are known for their global missionary efforts.

  • Most young men and many women serve missions for 18–24 months, sharing the LDS version of the gospel.

9. Moral and Lifestyle Code

  • Mormons follow a strict health code, known as the Word of Wisdom, which prohibits:

    • Alcohol

    • Tobacco

    • Coffee and tea (caffeinated sodas are debated)

    • Illegal drugs

  • They also emphasize modesty, chastity before marriage, and complete fidelity in marriage.

  • They do not practice polygamy, though this was part of early LDS history and is still practiced by some breakaway sects not affiliated with the official church.

10. Leadership and Organization

  • The LDS Church is led by a living prophet, considered God’s mouthpiece on Earth, along with 12 apostles.

  • It is highly organized, with local units called wards and stakes, and operates worldwide.


1. Foundational LDS Beliefs

Godhead vs. Trinity

  • LDS View: God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost are three distinct beings, united in purpose. God and Jesus have physical, glorified bodies.

  • Mainstream Christianity: The Trinity is one God in three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—all coequal and coeternal.

Jesus Christ

  • LDS: Savior of mankind, divine Son of God, firstborn in the spirit world, distinct from the Father. His atonement enables salvation and resurrection for all.

  • Evangelical View: Jesus is fully God and fully man. His crucifixion is the sole means of salvation by grace alone through faith.


2. Scriptures of the LDS Church

  • The Bible: Used (KJV preferred), but believed to have errors from translation and corruption.

  • The Book of Mormon: Claimed to be a second witness of Jesus Christ, a record of ancient inhabitants of the Americas.

  • Doctrine and Covenants: Revelations to Joseph Smith and other prophets.

  • Pearl of Great Price: Contains the Book of Abraham, writings of Moses, and Smith’s inspired translation of Matthew.


3. The Plan of Salvation

  • Pre-Earth Life: All humans existed as spirits before birth.

  • Mortal Life: Earth life is a test to follow Christ and gain a physical body.

  • Spirit World: After death, the spirit either waits in paradise or in spirit prison (a place for instruction, not eternal punishment).

  • Final Judgment: After resurrection, souls go to one of three degrees of glory.

Degrees of Glory:

KingdomWho Goes ThereDescription
CelestialFaithful LDS membersPresence of God
TerrestrialGood people, non-LDS believersPresence of Jesus
TelestialWicked, unrepentantPresence of the Holy Spirit

4. Eternal Progression and Exaltation

  • Humans are literal spirit children of God.

  • Through temple ordinances, covenants, and righteous living, believers can become like God.

  • Heavenly Mother is implied—though rarely discussed publicly.

  • Controversial: This belief that man can become godlike is often labeled heretical by traditional Christians.


5. Family and Temples

  • Temple Marriage (Sealing): Binds spouses for eternity.

  • Baptism for the Dead: Proxy ordinances performed in temples to offer salvation to the deceased.

  • Genealogy: Heavily emphasized to support these ordinances.


6. Lifestyle & Moral Code

  • Follow the Word of Wisdom: No alcohol, tobacco, tea, coffee, or illegal drugs.

  • Tithing: Members are expected to pay 10% of income.

  • Law of Chastity: No sexual relations outside of marriage.

  • Sabbath Observance and strict media/entertainment standards encouraged.


7. Church Structure

  • President/Prophet: Current prophet is Russell M. Nelson.

  • Twelve Apostles: Patterned after Christ’s original apostles.

  • Stake Presidents, Bishops, Elders, Deacons: Lay leadership in local congregations.


8. Missionary Work

  • Men serve 2 years, women 18 months, mostly at their own expense.

  • Trained at Missionary Training Centers (MTCs).

  • Emphasis on door-to-door and digital evangelism.


9. Controversies & Fringe Views

Polygamy

  • Practiced until officially renounced in 1890 (though some splinter groups still practice it).

  • Early prophets (including Joseph Smith and Brigham Young) had multiple wives.

  • Still in LDS theology: Polygamy will be reinstated in the celestial kingdom under certain interpretations.

Freemasonry Influence

  • Joseph Smith was a Freemason. The LDS temple endowment ceremony shares ritual similarities.

  • Some believe Smith borrowed Masonic symbols for divine purposes; critics claim it's evidence of fabrication.

Race and Priesthood

  • Black men were barred from priesthood until 1978.

  • No official explanation was ever doctrinally canonized, though leaders previously offered now-disavowed theological reasons.

Kolob and Heavenly Realms

  • The Book of Abraham (in the Pearl of Great Price) mentions Kolob, a star near the throne of God.

  • Fringe and anti-Mormon voices mock this as science fiction theology; Mormons interpret it metaphorically or cosmologically.


10. Fringe Theories About Mormonism

  • Some Christians claim LDS theology is a heretical “restorationist cult” with Gnostic and occult origins.

  • Fringe Theorists tie Mormonism to:

    • Secret societies like Freemasonry and alleged esoteric symbolism.

    • Transhumanism and post-mortal godhood (especially in Silicon Valley, where LDS transhumanist groups exist).

    • UFO narratives, including the idea that Kolob is extraterrestrial in nature.

    • Allegations that Joseph Smith's golden plates were of extraterrestrial origin, or he received channeled knowledge akin to occult mysticism.

  • Some tie LDS temples and genealogical databases to elite global control, given the church’s unmatched global family records.


11. How LDS Differs from Evangelical Christianity

TopicLDS ChurchEvangelical Christianity
Godhead3 separate beingsTrinity: 1 God in 3 persons
ScriptureBible + 3 additional booksBible only (sola scriptura)
SalvationFaith + works + ordinancesFaith alone in Christ
View of JesusLiteral Son of God, not eternal GodheadJesus is God, coeternal with the Father
Afterlife3 degrees of heavenHeaven or Hell
Human DestinyPotential to become godsEternal worship of God



THE BRUTAL TRUTH MAY 2025

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