Things to Avoid

Every disciple of Christ will be most effective and do the most good by adopting a demeanor worthy of a follower of the Savior. Discussions focused on questioning, debating, and doubting gospel principles do little to build the kingdom of God. The Apostle Paul has admonished us to not be “ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation” (Romans 1:16). Let us all stand firmly and speak with faith in sharing our message with the world. Many of you are returned missionaries and can carry on a meaningful conversation in the language you learned on your mission. Your outreach can be international.

As you participate in this conversation and utilize the tools of new media, remember who you are—Latter-day Saints. Remember, as the proverb states, that “a soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger” (Proverbs 15:1). And remember that contention is of the devil (see 3 Nephi 11:29). There is no need to argue or contend with others regarding our beliefs. There is no need to become defensive or belligerent. Our position is solid; the Church is true. We simply need to have a conversation, as friends in the same room would have, always guided by the prompting of the Spirit and constantly remembering the Atonement of the Lord Jesus Christ, which reminds us of how precious are the children of our Father in Heaven.

May the Lord bless each of you that you will have a powerful influence on those you come in contact with. As I said in the beginning, the power of words is incredible. Let your voice be heard in this great cause of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

According to Elder Ballard's talk in this month's Ensign discussing do's and don'ts of the Internet, ALL of us who are posting both here AND MAD need to repent:




Will, BC, and several other LDS posters who have been particularly rude as of late may want to pay close attention to the parts I bolded for emphasis.

The entire article can be read here:

Ensign article____

He was speaking as a man who's never visited the GSTP.

Besides, if I didn't cling to this one weakness, I would be translated in the twinkling of an eye.

So, you see, I'm doing this for everyone who depends on me here in this mortal vale of sorrow.

So you are saying that you are purposely choosing to ignore the counsel of one of our modern day prophets.

Seems to smack of hypocrisy, considering what you are supposedly fighting for.

*shrugs*

To each his own.

Your choice, however, does make you look rather silly.

This whole message board should be avoided based on that counsel.

My point exactly!

And, MAD's message board should as well.

;)

Well, that's it then. No more participation in the validity of the Gospel or it's doctrines. Looks like I'm limited to derails and loudly proclaiming my testimony at inappropriate times. Sounds like fun.

Well, that's it then. No more participation in the validity of the Gospel or it's doctrines. Looks like I'm limited to derails and loudly proclaiming my testimony at inappropriate times. Sounds like fun.

While you say this in jest I think really that is Elder Ballard's message.

While you say this in jest I think really that is Elder Ballard's message.

J. Golden Kimball:

When addressing concerns about the behavior of the youth, Golden told the congregation not to worry about the young people: "They'll be all right. It's all these old bald-headed b*stards on the front row that you need to look out for."

Elder Ballard would be as appalled at MAD as he is at this place. He would be calling us all to repentance. Seriously.

Many at MADB may be rude, but I don't think MADB exists chiefly to debate, question, or doubt doctrine. In other words, it's the members, not the board that's the problem. Here, however, I think the very premise of the board goes against Elder BAllard's counsel.

Who is gonna go post this article over on MADB?

Who is gonna go post this article over on MADB?

This whole message board should be avoided based on that counsel.

Bye Nehor!