I lost my faith in the Mormon church. Now what?

After losing my faith of 24 years in the Mormon church, I discuss what I believe now moving forward.

[@Amularessa]

I've never been mormon. I'm mainstream Christian but I just want to say that I'm soo proud of you. And Mormons that leave the church and still believe in Jesus that is true faith. Jesus doesn't change His words a few times a year. Jesus loves you and I'm praying for you. You're blessed to have your eyes opened and walk out of that bondage into the arms of God that loves you for you no matter what and even if. You are worthy no matter what.

[@angelalyons1418]

Im also ex mormon i left during the pandemic. I am much more happier and have found a church home i love. I'm struggling daily to stay in Gods word but I'm not giving up. Thank you for being brave

[@melindamiller9515]

You are wise beyond your years. Keep reading the Bible, questioning, and struggling with it. That is how we learn and grow. Grace is real. Mercy is real. You are worthy. God is good. All the time.

[@thesc0tsm4n9]

God is good is an oxymoron. God and good aren't synonymous terms.

[@delindasowder9120]

Yes !!!

[@sandraglover2681]

Amen!!!

[@kerstinklenovsky239]

God does know you by name. There is a lot of beautiful truth to be discovered after a person has broken free from an exclusive cult.

[@16jcstratton]

my wife and I left church and we are soo happier and feel much difference!! the church is NOT honest! thanks for your sharing :)

[@imwatchingyou3042]

The trauma, loss of friendship is real, been there, sending hugs from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@jenniferthomas9663]

Don’t allow people to try and quiet you. You have a voice and god gave you that voice. Stand tall in your beliefs! You are so strong and I support you for having the courage to break the silence and tell everyone the truth, they need to hear it. It’s sad that the church needs to build lies to create a following. You are amazing and keep sharing! 🥰

[@Goldie_F]

This was beautiful. Just like your first video. Thanks for your bravery 🙏💜

[@HonesE57]

My heart is right there with you Jante! I am also an ex Mormon, and I was a young woman like yourself who also experienced this trauma. And it is a "trauma"! In my case I was a newlywed, only married 5 months. My entire world crashed into million little pieces. When i went to the church leadership to ask them about the very things you are sharing, I just got the standard response. I just needed more faith. I just needed more patience. I just needed to attend the temple more often. None of my questions were answered. In my decision to stop attending, this brought a stress between my new husband and I. Then it brought stress between the bishop and my husband, because now I am a rebellious wife. I combed through every book, paper, website to bring to my heart understanding. I read yet once again the Book of Mormon. Finally I put this book aside and decided to focus only on the Bible. I desperately was hoping that God did love me, and wanted a relationship with me. I was not disappointed! I did not go to church for a very long time. But I did read and pray to the obvious Creator of this beautiful earth and universe. I took long walks in the woods and on the beach and allowed myself to slowly get to know the truth about God. And the truth of how He feels about me. I also never stopped caring about my family or friends that chose to stay in the church. But for me to leave cost me everything. My new husband annulled our marriage. My job suddenly did not need me anymore. In a nutshell all the people that I respected who stayed, rejected me except one person. I am not sorry. I have grown to come to know the God of all creation and His love for me and all people. And He is a good God not a cult. I forgive all those who betrayed me. It took time, but those quiet days of reflecting, reading and praying helped me to let go and respect even those who choose this path. I do not have to agree to give respect. True strength is when you can confidently in love stand for your own convictions without being nasty or bitter to those who question you, and genuinely hope the best for them. My thought are with you and my prayers as you walk through this season. I believe you are a strong woman, and will be just fine. Keep sharing your story!

[@pollydunn3191]

It is all about relationship with God not religion. So happy you have found that out prairiegirl. The truth comes through the Holy Spirit by reading the Bible. It is Amazing when you truly see the beauty of this world God created because He is Love and that is one way for Him to show it. The other is by sending His beloved son to conquer death and sin to bring us all back to Him.

[@jessicac6787]

Amen 🙏

[@beckygreenberg4283]

Dear Jante: Thank you for your lovely video. It’s been 52 years for me. My entire family is Mormon. I wasn’t looking for it. Someone put a very short book in my hands, that compared Jehovah’s Witness, 7th Day Adventist, Christian Science, Mormons and Church of Religious Science to “mainstream” Christianity. I was stunned, absolutely stunned and it was over in an instant for me, really, “against my will”, but when I read that they each had their special book and their own prophets, I was simply stunned to find the “one True Church” in their company. I was still in high school. The other truth that shocked me was going to other various churches and hearing “Jesus loves you,” “God loves you.” I had never heard that in my childhood church. “God loves you.” I was stunned. Because of course, you will never hear that simple phrase in LDS church, there's always the add-on about obedience, etc., etc. And of all their pernicious teachings, their “worthiness” is probably the extreme worst, because no one is ever “worthy” because “worthy” is an ever-flickering, often vanishing, distant goal defined and redefined by the leaders to keep you busy, anxious and subservient. I know you will have a beautiful, full, human life, and I pray that you find peace in your path.

[@babeltower5782]

All those churches are the daughters of the Catholic church its written in the last book of the Bible search "mother of Harlots." It is the Messiah that saves for your sins that's why he is called the Saviour read your bible I pray that Yah bless you and guide you to all truth..

[@samstrongbear4285]

@@babeltower5782 yes, the Catholic Church is equally a full-on lie as is the Mormon church. Thing is... once you relentlessly dig, you will find that the BIBLE is a lie... in its multitude of supposed translations over the years to its hypocritical contents. THE BIGGEST thing I learned from my decades long study of the Bible.... THEN studying CULTS (all kinds / many and various) is that RELIGION ITSELF IS A CULT.

[@Ben-pk4cv]

Wow. This is a beautiful post! @ BABEL TOWER wasn't reading carefully. I love hearing testimony of people leaving cults. Happy to hear someone showed you that book to help open your eyes!

[@Katiegirlluv]

Keep speaking up for Christ 🙏🙏

[@janetprison9909]

Run to the cross.

[@aristahenriot7450]

Keep searching and Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.May God Bless you and be open to His voice . Not by works but by grace you are saved , xxx

[@heatherwillis8891]

Jesus Christ loves you right where you are. Follow him. He will never leave you or forsake you.

[@KJsingsBroadway]

I am curious how your family has reacted to you leaving? Are your parents supportive. Everything you are saying about God loving you is true. Its exactly what I was taught. I am no longer a Christian, but everything you are saying about God loving you no matter what is true. I wish I could feel God’s love.

[@maxjenkins7139]

Good for you. It's a wild journey. It's interesting to find out who your true friends are. Best of luck to you.

[@longnamenocansayy]

i listened to you, and i heard a woman with substance and strength. i think it's too bad you were deceived by the church, but you're lucky you found out at such a young age. that's the good thing. now you have to find out what to do with the rest of your life. i was in the same boat as you, only i was 35, with a family and young children. mormons love to say, "why can't you just leave?" i have a better question. why can't the mormon church just let us leave? there's shunning. and vicious gossiping, and they split up your family. my ex wife divorced me and remarried within a year of my leaving the church. she said it was because of encouragement from the bishop. so it's not just a church, it's a cult. they grab onto every facet of your life, and when you leave, it's jump in and jump out just like a gang in the hood. if it was a church like the baptists, you would just leave. they wouldn't try to destroy you for attending river gospel fellowship down the street. so now what do you do? i was in the same boat when i quit, and i called up sandra tanner. and she suggested i read mere christianity by c s lewis. that helped me a lot, and i became a christian. but there are a lot of pathways to choose from. or no. you might decide to just be a generally good person, not hurt anyone, and expect other people to treat you the same. in slc there are a lot of people just like you, and you can associate with them and share with them. i heard of one group that means in a COFFEE shop on sunday. word to the wise on coffee. there really are demons in it. 3 cups and you could be like me, up all night staring at the ceiling and being perfectly wide awake 3 a.m. in the morning. i liked you vid. i liked listening to you share your feelings. hopefully you keep us al clued in as things go by.

[@DiaryofaDitchWitch]

Gurl if they were only friends when you were towing the line then they weren't really friends, though I know it really hurts anyway. I don't know you but I'm proud of your decision to think and speak and live for yourself. If you don't know Jordan & McKay check them out x

[@marianfrances4959]

Good luck with it all...be free...👍😎🇨🇦

[@myheartisinthemountains2660]

I am NOT LDS but have watched both of your videos and you're winning at life. I'm glad you've been liberated and are finding your way on your journey. (Hugs)

[@vanessam3195]

I just stumbled upon your first video today and then saw this one tonight. I'm so happy you made this follow-up. This is wonderful to see! I grew up in a high-control religion and I've been on what they now call a deconstruction journey for many years. I'm no longer a believer, but I am thrilled for you. Your heart is very obviously in the right place. I wish you and your husband the very best!

[@PamelaCulp1127]

If you haven't read psalm139 please read it.. ❤God does know you by name❤

[@tacybennett9294]

So I just wrote out a long comment on your first video, and I still agree with all I said. I am so grateful that you have been discovering Christ in a new light as He truly is. He is love, He is our Savior. I just wanted to let you know that I am so proud of you and will continue to pray for you and your journey in Christ. I am also going to pray about sharing this video with one of my best friends. I haven’t spoken to her about where she is in her faith in the LDS church recently. We have had a few good conversations about our differing faith journeys, but as far as i know she is still in the LDS church. I am burdened for her heart and the heaviness and shame that the LDS church seems to place on the members. Oh and I love your Mickeys!!! You seem like a person that I could be very good friends with!!! I love Disney and you seem like such a sweet person.

[@kellycarlson1716]

Don’t forget the real Jesus loves you!

[@prayerwarrior7778]

Yes and amen. John 1:1-3 and John 3:16.

[@savannahmullis4860]

Never forget John 3:16!!! Sending u love on your journey

[@christinamarston2421]

Eww you mean the one who allowed the LDS church to exist? No more being tested and I don’t want your charity god!!! Bleeeh!

[@christinamarston2421]

The LDS church(Christian) culture conditioned be to meek and mild and I got hurt and taken advantage of by the wolfs in sheep’s clothing that exist everywhere. Teach kids to be loud and have autonomy of body and mind!

[@prayerwarrior7778]

@@christinamarston2421 the LDS church isn’t a Christian denomination. Christians believe in the trinity and there only ever being one God.

[@hannahmichael7917]

I just found you today. For some reason, your first video popped up in my recommended! You should read Unveiling Grace by Lynn K. Wilder. Her story is amazing and very inspiring! I think you could relate to a lot. I just subscribed, and will be praying for you and am looking forward to hearing more of your journey.

[@hannahmichael7917]

It is about a BYU professor and her whole family learning about God's grace through reading the Bible, and leaving the Mormon church. Her children started a ministry called Adams Road Ministries.

[@shellycrossley3372]

When I was doubting the Mormon church I also read Unveiling Grace. It opened my eyes wide open. I highly recommend it as well. I am so much happier since I have left the church too. ❤

[@supervegeta1833]

Jante, I watched this whole video. First, I’d like to say that I’m sorry that you ever felt unworthy of God’s love or like you weren’t doing enough on your mission. That would such a tough burden to carry. I’m glad you’ve come to feel like you’re always worthy of the love of God. I also believe everyone is worthy of such love. I’m also sorry for the way your uncle went after you in your last video, it was really messed up. That being said, it sounds to me like you believe in mainstream Christianity. If you don’t mind, would you be willing to answer some questions I have about that? You can also ask any questions you may have for me too. In any case, I’m glad you feel happy and empowered now and I wish you a wonderful and happy life. Do whatever feels good and right for you!

[@lorineilson7529]

You are very wise. It takes a lot to take off the blinders and seek truth. I think it’s awesome that you are sharing your story. Pray for those who are being deceived 🙏.

[@jessiec1044]

Well said. I went through a similar experience when I left the Assembly of God church. The amish aren't the only ones who shun. Peace and blessings to you.🍂🍃🍁

[@marthaanderson2346]

Baptist denomination does it too.

[@margomacgonegal6256]

Same here with the Free Will Baptists. No free will was allowed there!

[@janetbrown5135]

I began questioning the church in my 30s and left it in my early 40s and I am now 67. These last 20 plus years have been the best in my life. Stay strong, I think you will find more happiness in yourself and your life than you have ever known.

[@reflexxuns4065]

Agreed. I left a Protestant, non-LDS church I was in for 34 yrs. I haven't gone to church in 20 + years myself. I am 65 and the past two decades have been the best of my life too. Your best life begins with questions and seeking your truth.

[@babeltower5782]

It is the Messiah that saves you from your sins trough his blood that's why he is called the Saviour May the Lrd bless you and guide you to all truth Shalom

[@robertkline5739]

They’ve lied to you and scammed you out of your money. Time to say goodbye and move on. Count yourself fortune that you found out now and not when you’re 40. You’re intelligent and can recognize the truth. Keep looking Saying goodbye is always difficult which doesn’t mean it isn’t necessary. You can’t acknowledge truth without saying goodbye to error. You’re smart and good. Don’t allow your feelings to hold you prisoner.

[@elizabethdawes9527]

from Psalm 139: You are a child of God. You are wonderfully made, dearly loved, and precious in His sight. 💕

[@cer145]

I am so glad you still believe in Jesus!

[@ShinkeiDEI]

Hi lil'sis, welcome to this side of the fence. I was mormon and quit the church about 11 years ago. It is going to be a tough ride but there is so much fulfillment and joy outside. You are free, free to believe what you want, do what you want and be with who you want. You will lose friends and family but also you will gain friends and family. Love you, keep strong and know that you are not alone, never. New sub BTW.

[@tallman7100]

You got this girl. Your amazing and so glad I found your videos.

[@dan9948]

Thanks for being brave and sharing! Good luck in your journey!

[@unicorntamer2207]

Yes! Figuring out what is healthy is huge! I wish as kids we would hear more about figuring out how to be emotionally healthy. It's a difficult topic but so important.

[@welcometomydishes4793]

Jesus is the way . Brave young woman. God will never abandon his flock. 😘

[@charriesanders8054]

I'm not sure how I stumbled across your channel but I'm glad I did. I'm not Mormon, never have been, but I did live in Idaho for about 8 years so I was around Mormons and tried to learn why they believe what they do. I've learned more from your 2 videos than I did talking to other Mormons. Now as an adult I think about all the people I know or follow that are kind, loving, intelligent, amazing people who still believe in what the LDS church teaches. Anyway, when you mentioned that you still believe in Jesus but you can't take the Bible literally right now I totally understand and I hope you continue to get to know Him through the lens of grace and truth and love. Have you watched The Chosen? I highly recommend it if you haven't. As a person who has grown up in church it has changed my perspective of Jesus and the Bible. It's made it more understandable and tangible and alive than it ever has been. I hope it touches you too! ❤

[@kellyjo675]

💖 Worthy gal, you are soooo loved! You are always enough. Just as you are. 💜 As a fellow LDS (convert in college) on a faith journey- I find my favorite “temple” to be outside of walls and in nature. God’s creation. 🙏💚 That’s where I connect the most. Wherever you are in your journey, I hope you continue to heal 💜. That you find peace. And you always remember your real worth and value and how loved and precious you truly are. 💖

[@patbrain913]

I worked myself into the ground,never felt I was doing enough, or good enough.. You are worthy, bless your heart. It does get easier, luckily I dont live in Utah

[@StarlahMutiny]

Sending you so much love and support during your journey. You're a beautiful soul and you are strong and WORTHY! 💛 you are worthy as you are, without having to follow demands or be pushed in a certain direction. You are valid, blesssed and loved as you are. We've got your back💫 To any reading this: If you need a friend, I am here. There are others here who will lift you up. You are important and deserve the best.

[@keri-leederksen496]

God demonstrates his own love for us in this, while we were still sinner Christ died for us. Jesus loves you, us so much. He thought you were worth it and stretched out his arms and died in your place. He paid for sin, repent and belive and you will be saved. May he receive glory and honour through the life you live. Keep seeking him he loves you so much ❤

[@robinshepherd9950]

Oh yeah! And don’t let NOTHING Slow your Glow!😊💞

[@shannonwestbrook9633]

I'm sorry you had this bad experience but I see it as a blessing from God. Please read the Bible the book of Roman's or any of the first 4 books in the New Testament. Much love and prayers from Texas. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Also you are wiser beyond your years. You are worthy. Love and I subscribed to you. You may have lost others but you will gain so much more.

[@Imtryingtobelikejesus-m1m]

I respect your beliefs. I think it is wrong that people dont want to be your friend anymore. I continue to go to church and I am grateful for the church in my life but that is my own choice. we need to respect each others decisions. I respect you.

[@brandin7294]

Atheism is awesome too 🖤

[@renaecarpenter8137]

Your entire face lights up when you mention God and Christ outside pf the LDS church. That’s truth and love!! 💜✝️💜

[@junelovell1189]

I am so touched by your two videos: my only suggestion is that you be very careful about the sources of your information. Whether you are researching the LDS Church or faith or any other denomination/belief, try to find reputable, respected sources of information.

[@paisleylotus9889]

Stumbled onto you today! This is so helpful for those of us with crisis of faith. LDS church has a shunning tendency do they not? Your NOT alone, how wonderful!

[@donitaharchar6525]

It's definitely a trauma Jante and the dear sweet people are so precious it makes leaving harder...💗💐💗 You are brave and strong! May you take all the beautiful strengths and gifts you have been given. You are learning so much and more Blessings will come! Hugs 💐💗💐🙏

[@robinshepherd9950]

It would be nice if folks could awaken to we are “spiritual beings having a human experience” and not the other way around. ✨💖✨ You’re going to be fine love😉✨💖

[@rachaeljohnson1598]

Good for you! The Bible is the Word of God! I'm proud of you. I also came out of the mormon way and to hear about so many others coming out also makes my heart jump for joy! Especially the ones who come out with their faith in the Messiah intact. Keep being you and seek His guidance. The mormon church is evil. They crush people with their lies and before I came out of it, I felt so worthless, so completely hopeless to ever recieve the blessings of whatever god they push. But alas!!!! The true God is mighty to save! And His goodness and mercy and love are boundless and miraculous! Something I thought when God opened my eyes, "I will never feel (unworthy) of God's love in front of another mormon again!" And it's been 8 years! I've felt worthy ever since! May the Most High bless and keep you! May He continue to open your eyes, mind, and heart ❤.

[@samanthacook9648]

Talking about truth/stating facts is not attacking. And I can see you becoming a therapist specializing in guiding people through their religious trauma. You'd be great!

[@morganfinley5915]

You nailed it girl! I have been a Christian my whole life but have lived in Utah for a lot of my life so I understand the culture when people decide to leave the Mormon church I have so much respect for them because it’s not just faith it is a culture and it is relationships so I admire your courage and honesty! I am so happy for you that you realize that there’s nothing that you have to do or nothing that you can do to make God love you less/more❤️ I highly recommend Centerpoint church in Orem whenever you’re ready to take that next step! I live in Heber so I don’t actually go there but my old youth pastor is a pastor there now his name is Mike Smith he’s amazing! If you have questions I would love to connect!

[@tracygibson6346]

You really are an amazing women.

[@Liana8310]

It is a process of letting go of all the life that we used to know. Looking forward for better days, take care always:)

[@ivaneidedesousa4738]

Thank you for your vídeo and sharing! It touched my heart the part where you said "I'm still moaning" and that's exacly what I feel! I've been in this coorporation for 33 yrs, always being promised If I was worthy, blá, blá, blá. Well... I've been keeping all the laws Ive been taught since my teens and still I don't feel worthy! I've been on a mussion, etc, and ?? Well, I am done!

[@daabee236]

I’m so sorry! My heart breaks for you and I don’t believe in any religion but I respect them all. I would be your friend and will be if your ever in need of one. Your a wonderful person and it’s so clear that your only asking questions. Good for you and wish so much success on your journey

[@christiedecker2724]

I am so cheered seeing this video. God is leading you in this journey. You are correct, we do not earn God's love, it is given freely. As others have stated, keep reading the Bible. God will show you all truth. There are reasons He caused you to question things. That is His leading. I am so proud of your stance. So many would see things and figure 'just hide it under a rug' but you want things to be able to be seen in the daylight. You keep going on this journey. God will bring you into ALL truth. Don't be afraid, He will never leave or forsake you. Praying for you, Dear. To God be the glory, great things He hath done!

[@derekpascal3749]

Thank you for being so real

[@missybancroft6688]

You've heard the phrase "the elephant in the room" ....for me and my experience it turned into just that...the church was the elephant in the room....if that makes sense.

[@sandibooth6906]

I am so proud of you finding the truth. Same with Catholicism. If you are speaking for God you cant change your doctrine on a whim. God never changes.

[@fishjj76]

Being a good person and dedicating yourself to helping people is a worthy goal. Use your own judgement and look for evidence to guide you forward.

[@nightowl8548]

I wish I could just hug you. I am glad your husband is supportive. He will likely get pressure from the church, family, etc. to do otherwise and that is SO wrong! I am so, so happy you have kept your faith in God and Jesus. Continue being the good and genuine person that you are, and remember God loves you and will meet you right where you are. He knows your heart, your goodness and even your imperfections and He loves ALL of it. Keep making videos and keep encouraging others and being a light! You ARE worthy. And you are fearfully and wonderfully made in HIS image. I hope you can eventually find a good loving church home that will embrace you and help you heal from a lifetime of the churches abuses. God bless you 💓

[@theresalayton9286]

It's SO NORMAL when you've been lied to about so much of what you believed to be true, to then QUESTION EVERYTHING!!!! 😊God is GOOD and is so loving and understanding ♥️ and he'll be waiting when your ready.♥️🙏♥️🤗🤗🤗 In whatever way you find best ♥️

[@jonathanbaca232]

Please get in touch with former mormons, for great support.

[@nancyvolke237]

My best friend became Mormon, me being Catholic, my friend grew up Catholic. The religion in the 80's made us grew apart, and I just heard from her once in a while. I visited her in Utah, as much as I tried I could not swallow what I heard from Mormons, never made any sense. Like I was told at the Visitors temple that Jesus came to América, and that is why native Indians when Christopher Colombus came to Américas they thought it was Jesus. My ears could not believe what that tour guide was saying. As much as I told my friend, it was very weird what I was hearing, but she never listened. I lost my best friend-sister because of religion.😪🙏🏻

[@virginiarhoades7819]

Faith in Christ, not the church.

[@Imtryingtobelikejesus-m1m]

I remember feeling like a failure on my mission. All the Elders would get all these baptisms and not me. But I also felt God work through me on my mission. I can not deny that either. The struggle is real. But God loves us all.

[@gypsydavy708]

Try being an agnostic till you sort this all out. All religions fall short of any true evidence. Keep doing your research, you seem really smart.

[@6rhayes6]

Carmen and I love your posts. 💕 Carnem loves to say that Christianity is not a religion ... she says that religion is man trying to use his good works to earn his way to heaven. ...Christianity is how God introduces his sun to save us Carmen and I love to worship with fellow believers at Center-Point church at 11an

[@jimmymendez9995]

I agree with you

[@HeyitsjustRaisa]

I love your honesty and vulnerability. Your journey of faith is yours alone. I understand the pain of losing a belief. You need to grieve the lost and move forward. ❤

[@missybancroft6688]

I was thinking about your post today and everything you said and the phrase "...a Lotus blooms in the mudd..." came to mind... I hope that makes sense...

[@tskitty]

Thank you for sharing this. Sending prayers for you.

[@BarbinAZ]

Loving Christ who laid down his life ( and took it up again at the resurrection) does not shame. On the cross He said it is finished. The plan of salvation was complete for the world in that very moment.

[@christophermorreall3454]

Please make more videos

[@Joe-pt8ye]

“We love because he first loved us.” ‭‭1 John‬ ‭4:19‬ ‭NIV‬‬

[@suzannejohnston7212]

You are a very smart girl. Wise beyond your years. YOU are worthy because of Jesus. He made all of us worthy. We have worth because of him.

[@jerichowallsinjeopardy4634]

Religion doesn't save, JESUS CHRIST said in JOHN 3:3 Ye must be BORN AGAIN. the "Jesus" of Mormonism is a lie. Jesus is NOT "the devil's brother" and no you will ABSOLUTELY NOT become a "god" one day. Trust in the biblical JESUS not the fake Mormon Jesus.

[@pattywagonermccarroll4357]

Amen! I thank GOD that The Light broke through. Stay with The New Testament - it will reference The Old and confirm that JESUS is The Christ, our Savior the only begotten son of GOD, who sat with GOD when the earth was formed, died on the cross for all sins, will return for us to join Him in Heaven - the home we were created for.

[@johannesen525]

Thank you for speaking up. I deleted my original post because what I had gone through might have bother some readers. After I read about what is not allowed...I decided to delete my post. Oops. Hang in there...I left this church around 2010. And am not sorry about that decision.

[@jessicac6787]

Look up the video on youtube called The test of a profit the Bible verses Joseph Smith it's excellent and shows the archaeological evidence of the Bible and how Joseph Smith was a false prophet. the channel Expedition Bible shows all the archaeological evidence of the Bible it's amazing you'll love! P..s. I'm EX LDS now Born again Christian and love knowing the truth and that it's about the relationship with God and not works-based religion.🙌

[@colleenjohnstoncomedy3036]

You’re a wise woman. I do hope you give faith in the biblical Jesus a chance. Joseph smiths bullshit is just that-bullshit. But the biblical Jesus is real and was never a part of Joseph smiths teachings.

[@lorainemacdonald517]

Your so grounded !

[@marcellacruser951]

Well, you have indeed found your equilibrium, and I'm really glad for you. You may have ditched your religion, but you haven't lost your faith. One thing I would caution you, though. Have a care of people encouraging Biblical literalism. The content of the current NT has been picked over and re-worked for 1600+ years, to suit the narratives and political pursuits of Popes and Cardinals, Monarchs and madmen. It's used as justification for discrimination, control and hate by current "Christian" sects just as much as you perceived the BoM was/is by the LDS. Christ's strongest efforts were directed at breaking down the barriers the Temple was putting between people and God. He never cherry-picked passages from Levit. to justify his actions or teaching. I don't know why yahoos think they can do it now. Trust your gut on what God wants from you and what the real core of Jusus' teachings were. Walk in God's light, dearling. You're already shining. Much love.

[@hablandodetodo824]

I feel like you about Jesus and God

[@MsPandachen]

You should definitly check out God is Grey. She identifies as a progressive Christian, after she went threw deconstruction leaving the evangelical church and purity culture. Right now she takes a break. But she has a lot of content, about deconstruction and reconstruction, and fininding a new church.

[@larissafaller3193]

Faith, IMHO is a personal journey. I personally have issue with organized religion due to lies and secrets. I know God is a loving God. We are made in the image of God. Jesus is the only person who could rightfully be "perfect". He died for our sins. Continue your journey, remember you are you, try not to compare yourself to others. I have a simple statement I now live by, "it's not my fault you don't like me." Many blessings to you and your husband. Christ's love is infinite.

[@KJsingsBroadway]

My friend left the church, and every single Mormon friend she had shinned her. One of them was a friend for 20+ years. The difference between a church and a cult is what happens when you leave. I left my Christian church and not a single person disowned ir shunned me.

[@ke5445]

I question this..if god is the same today as always then why huge difference between old and new testaments.. I have many many many many questions. I journey alone. I live by the creed to do unto others as would like others to do unto you. Pay things forward…hope to make a little difference in someone’s day….even if only tipping the person who gathers the carts at the grocery stores, tipping the drive thru person, smiling, holding the door, saying yes sir or yes ma’am…be respectful..any number of things.

[@virnan]

It must be so hard to invest all your faith into this and have it pulled out from under you.

[@Latter-dailyDigest]

🥰🥰🥰

[@missybancroft6688]

The way the church presents it, it as in basically everything. Reminds me of just a big old marketing campaign...real life isn't shiny and perfect, we humans are a mess but therein lies the beauty in my opinion. I'll take "real" and actual truth all messy with scars and like an old pair of Levi's with a million repairs and patches over fake shiny perfect looking un truth! There was a movie and I can't remember the name of it but Morgan Freeman played "God" and the story or plot of the movie was he temporarily gave all of his power to a regular human guy...I think it was Jim Carrey....anyway Jim Carey was getting his inbox over filled with peoples prayers and so he'd just blanket give everyone exactly what they asked for, without even reading them....bottom line he made a huge utter mess! Morgan Freeman as God told him that when you're painting masterpiece that sometimes you have to paint with dark colors....the only way in fact to achieve the masterpiece is to go through those challenges and "paint with dark colors" at times. You are amazing. You are a masterpiece in progress. You are worthy. Anyone whose ever caused you to feel shame needs to take a long look in the mirror...I don't know how to put it into words and explain it but I absolutely understand. I would like to be your friend, just a fellow traveler on this road we call life...and we both grew up in Alpine 😆 🤣 😂 😹 😆 lol...

[@abbiehenry8073]

I totally understand how it is, but you haven’t seen my last 2 from your 1st Video. But I actually appreciate it when you simply said “Faith Crisis” bc tbh I feel like I have been lately even through my Mental Health. But I’m definitely trying to Figure out things right now, but wait do you mean you want to be a Christian to? But Congratulations I’m very Proud of you tho either way it makes me really Happy to see someone not have to Cry over their own Ex Religion anymore. I get very Worried as well by the way so I was extremely Worried when you was Down.

[@karenstiltner1386]

You are SO WORTHY that the Creator of the universe suffered and died so you could be with Him in paradise! Hang on to the Love Jante! God IS LOVE and the love that you feel in your heart IS His Holy Spirit dwelling in you. DM me if you want someone to study the Bible with that understands what you are going through. I am also an exMormon. God bless you!

[@MrIlovebmw86]

I don’t think there is much happiness on the other side to be honest. I’ve been an atheist and I still am. I am investigating the church. I’ve suffered for depression and anxiety for my whole life. The church seems like it’s full of good people who care for each other. Even though I don’t accept the Book of Mormon as completely true. I can almost put that aside to be surrounded by loving people. The community alone is worth it. I have never met nicer people in my entire life. I wish you well on your journey. Just saying the grass is not greener on the other side. Also the church has disavowed polygamist.

[@nicolab2075]

Just to say, I'm an atheist and very happy. I have great friends and don't feel the need for any church. Everybody's different

[@bearball49]

You have a very valid point. I have always been a Christian but joined the Mormon church about 15 years ago. I don't believe in a lot of their doctrine but honestly, you will never find a better group of people more willing to do for others. I love that part and find it hard to leave behind. I am half in, half out and still enjoy the Baptist church. I think we all need the goodness that Christ taught.

[@davidschefter4160]

@@bearball49 Stay with the Baptist Church, you need to completely cut ties with Anything that has to do with the LDS .

[@jonathanbaca232]

No. your not attacking the church. You need to speak your truth. Please keep these KZbin videos coming.

[@hablandodetodo824]

Do you understand Spanish or Portuguese??

[@cherylstokes636]

If someone will shun you for changing your religious or political ideology, they were never actually a friend. They were a Conditional Acquaintance, sometimes by blood. Not a true friend.