“Modest are hottest” was a popular saying among the young men at my high school. They used the slogan to encourage the young women to live and dress in a way that showed that they respected themselves and those with whom they associated. My girlfriends and I totally bought in to what those guys were [...]
Mormons (and all people) should shun viewing pornography.
What do Mormons believe about illness and causes of illness? Simply put, Mormons seek to know, understand and believe anything that is true. We are encouraged to seek truth from all good sources. By-and-large, the origin of disease is not something specifically addressed by doctrine revealed through the priesthood. That leaves it up to individual [...]
Q: Can a Mormon have a roommate/roommates of the opposite gender? A: In an earlier article we have addressed the issue of cohabitation. But I believe you are asking about platonic friends being roommates – I would answer that it is not recommended. A member of the church is free to make that choice, but [...]
In nearly every conversation I have with people about my beliefs, they say something to the effect, “If I were a Mormon, I would have to stop drinking coffee, I just can’t live without coffee.” Or, “I couldn’t drink alcohol anymore.” Or, “I would have to get married to my girlfriend.” Of course people have [...]
