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Not exactly, in June of 1840, President Snow declared, "As man is, God once was; as God is, man may become." Many have interpreted this couplet to mean that God used be exactly like man and that men will one day be exactly like God. This is inconsistent with other Church teachings. The couplet simply states that God used be as man is, but it does not specify in what ways God used to be like man. Jesus used to be a man, but as the Son of God, he was never exactly like a mortal man, so its too much to say that God the Father was exactly like a man when the prophet taught that God was once as a man is.
Still, this differs significantly from traditional Christianity which teaches that God has always been God.
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Why do Mormons worship god?
Mormons worship god because we strongly believe in God and want to repay him with all that we can
Where do Mormons believe God is from?
Mormons have no particular notion of where God came from; however, unlike traditional Christians, Mormons do not believe that God has always been God. In June of 1840, President Snow declared, "As man is, God once was; as God is, man may become." From this one may infer that God somehow became God. That at one time He was less than He is now. Just as Christ grew and progressed during his lifetime on earth, the Father also passed through some manner of progression which lead Him to what He is today.
Do Mormons believe that Jesus was an alien?
No. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and the Savior and Redeemer of mankind. He was not an alien, but both God and Man. You can learn more about what Mormons believe about Jesus at the "Related Links" below.
What do Mormons believe about eternity?
Mormons believe that they will die and go to one of the three heavens:Celestial (being where God is), Telestial, and Terrestial.
Do Mormons believe they will be gods and Does Brooke White believe she will be one of the God-wives?
I don't know who Brooke White is but Mormons believe they can become gods, IF they do certain ceremonies in the temple and keep the vows they make there. Not all Mormons believe they will become gods, because not all Mormons go to the temple and do the ceremonies they believe are required. They do not believe they will become gods but they do believe they will be able to become more like Jesus and god.
Do Protstants believe that Jesus is the son of God?
Yes, they do. It is the Mormons who believe that Jesus was the 1st 'created' son of God and not an eternal God being with the Father.
Where does the bible say when we get to heaven we'll be like Jesus?
It doesn't. Only Mormons believe that Man can become God through good works, which is in contradiction with the Bible.
Are Mormons speaking the truth about God?
I believe that the Mormons (at least the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) are speaking the truth of God. Of course, that may just be because I am an LDS, but I still strongly know and believe that we are speaking the truth about God.
Whose children were turned black by God?
The Mormons believe that Cain and his children were turned black by God.
Why do the Mormons say they are God's chosen people?
Actually, this isn't really a belief of the Mormon people. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) believe that God loves all people equally. They also believe that each person should be given a chance to hear and accept the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and all people are welcome to become Mormons if they choose to. Mormons are not taught that they are better or more favored than anyone else. Most Mormons would say that they believe they are the people of God, but they do not believe that God 'chose' them over anyone else. Mormons believe that an individual chooses God, and by following Him they become His people.
Who do Mormons believe lucifer is?
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) believe that Lucifer (Satan, the Devil) is the father of all lies. He is the enemy to God and righteousness. He strives to lead people away from truth. Mormons believe that Lucifer was once a son of God and an angel in heaven, but was cast out for rebelling against God and seeking to usurp God's power and authority. He seeks to tempt people away from God. Mormons believe that as Satan has no physical mortal body, mortal man has power over Satan (meaning that nobody can use the exuse 'the devil made me do it.) They also believe that Satan looks like a man (not as a beast or someone with red skin and horns.) Check out the "Related Links" to learn more.
What is the Critic for the Mormon Doctrine of Incarnation?
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (commonly called "Mormons") do not believe in the Incarnation, that is a Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant Christian doctrine. The Incarnation is the doctrine that the second person of the trinity (God the Son) assumed human form and is therefore both God and Man. Mormons do not believe in the doctrine of the Trinity and therefore do not believe in the doctrine of the Incarnation.
