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Prominent Dallas minister says Romney no Christian

It's so sad that in this day and time we still have such uninformed individuals. I can only say that as far as I know, there is only one Jesus Christ, and he is my Savior.

Since right wing protestants like Rev. Jeffress don't define the term "cult," then are we to assume that a cult is simply any religion which is different from theirs?
While Mormons are often thought of as conservative, due to their moral values. their emphasis on the family, and so forth, it is interesting to note that the most outspoken bigotry and animosity against Mormons comes not from moderates or liberals, but from fundamentalists on the far fight.

Reverend Jeffress is nothing more than a college graduate with an opinion. He can think whatever he likes. The ancient Jewish leaders didn't consider Jesus to be the Promised Messiah, and that didn't change reality. Mormons know who they are, and thats what matters.

This is becomeing a tired drum. I think many of these evangelical hate-mongers will feel what they thought was solid ground beneath their feet to be shifting sand.

This so-called "religious preacher" is way out of line. I think it's so stupid for any preacher to get up in front of his congregation and try to denounce another person just because his religion is different. And also to throw out his political views onto others. Does this Rev. Jeffress know the definition of "Christian"? He certainly isn't showing a very good example. Mitt Romney is a great person and an example to everyone. I would like to see Jeffress run for President and see how it feels to have people judge you cause of one's religion rather then your poiltical views. Which is what he is doing to Mr. Romney.

Hmm, a guy who says a man rose from the dead doubts another man who says the same thing? What a turkey.

I wonder if Rev Jeffress has ever studyed the LDS Fath? If he had he would find that Jesus Christ is the corderstone of our fath. Not Joseph Smith as so many people belive. It is said that people will make comments about a church with out truly understanding it our even trying to understand why people belive the way they do. Iv had people tell me that we belive or do things and I will say we don't and they say yes to do. Just cause there minister said we do so even if I say we don't they wont belive me cause there leader said we do. how said :-(

cult-
Etymology: French & Latin; French culte, from Latin cultus care, adoration, from colere to cultivate.
1: formal religious veneration
2: a system of religious beliefs and ritual; also : its body of adherents
(www.m-w.com/dictionary/cult)

Mormons are a cult, but that isn't a bad thing. According to strict language use, every religion and sect is a cult. It just has a negative connotation when used by ignorant, hate-inspired bigots such as Dr. Jefress and others of his ilk.

..pardon me, "far Right,"

President Ezra Taft Benson, in his talk "Beware of Pride" taught that the question "what will God think of me?" is more important than "what others think of me?". God knows the longing of the hearts of everyone. God knows of the devotion and faith in Christ of members and leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. God knows of the devotion and faith in Christ of members of other faiths. For a preacher -someone committed to do God's will- to show lack of respect for the faith of others, is quite prideful and contrary to the humility taught by the Lord Jesus Christ. His attack is surely un-Christian.

The truth is ... Rev. Robert Jeffress feels very threatened by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, because it destroys his craft. If he loses his membership, how will he make a living?

In my belief, religion should not be the most disturbing concern of what makes a good canidate.
I believe in the hallowed home of most Americans that have seen America's courts and government in action, that it is apparent that both corruption of all forms has penetrated every aspect of this country. Such fascistic corruption by our court system is unaddressed, thus leaving us with the political machinery benefiting from the corruption and impotent to it.

I would be suprised if the good Rev. Jefferess has ever even met or talked to a member of The Church of "Jesus Christ" of Latter Day Saints.

It's a crying shame we have to hear another Baptist speak negatively about Brother Romney. We must speak up to the public and let them know the blessings we have being LDS. Too bad the Baptists are being brainwashed in believing we do not believe in our Lord Jesus Christ. The Baptists are spreading so much negative information about us (LDS) and have done it for so long they have a momentum that needs to be stopped by sharing the truth. It all sounds like dejuvu, didn't The Prophet Joseph Smith go through the same thing? We have great examples to follow in our quest to see Brother Romney make it to Washington D.C.

What a great country!

We have freedom to believe differently, and to say so in public.

We can even choose to remain ignorant and say ridiculous things. No government agent will stop us, and there is no open warfare over differing religious beliefs. The limited instances of genocide in America have almost completely stopped.

Even "Reverend" Jeffress' professional income is not threatened by his cult's weird behaviors.

He has, and we all have, much to be grateful for.

Thanksgiving is coming. One more blessing to count.

While I don't agree with Rev Jeffress' reason, I agree with saying NO to Mr Romney. Some of the reasons include his politics and lack of ' Standing for Something'.

If Jeffress wants an audience that is prone to bigotry or will cheer for it, he should visit Utah or at least read the posts that will be made about this article.

It is obvious by comparing the doctrines of the faith that Mormons and Christians do not believe in the same means of salvation. This has always been the seperation between the two. Remember is was Joseph Smith that said all other churches were apostate and that is why the LDS church came into existence....let us not be revisionist.

SashaBill - Romney doesn't have the nomination yet. If he gets it there will be plenty of bigotry and animosity coming from the left. This is the minor leagues compared to what will come if he wins his partys nomination.

I think it would be nice if the other Christian organizations would acknowledge the LDS Church as a Christian Church. But it would be a sad day indeed if we capitulated our postion as the true, restored Church in order to gain the approval of right wing wackos that crticize everyone who is not exactly like them. And teach false doctrine on top of that! We really don't need their approval and neither does Mitt. Love your enemies.