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There are so many monikers out there (ex, post, former, active, inactive, jack, nevermo, NOM, etc) In an effort to consolidate all these labels into one inclusive, comprehensive term, a "NOW Mormon" encompasses EVERYONE past/present/future who has had negative experiences regarding the church. NOW ...

NOWMormon, How close are you to getting a response back from the FP about the historical deception? Thank you for asking. I have had to put this back-burner for a while, a lot going on, but I am taking a well deserved vacation next week, and then hope to refocus. Who knows what the outcome will be ...

I am so sorry for the abuse by your ex-husband. The Church does great wrong by putting inexperienced, untrained men in positions where they can spout advice that hurts families and convincing the members to go to them with their problems. It is truly messed up. They never answer the concerns that ...

Bill Reel in his episode #268 (Spirtual Trauma in Mormonism) termed what we want thru in Mormonism as "spiritual abuse". I love that term because it describes better what we went/are going thru. I think it's one of Bills best episodes - thanks Bill!!!! http://www.mormondiscussionpodcast.org ...

The new Ensign article about Doubt says doubt comes from Satan. - Seriously? So if I doubt something in the church, it is because Satan has gotten into my heart and my mind? (per the article) - For almost two centuries now, the church has hidden truths, twisted facts, distorted numbers, changed ...

Red Ryder wrote: ↑Fri Jun 16, 2017 4:37 pm I've heard that story in regards to the temple initiatory. Only instead of a cold spoon, it was a 90 year old man's oiled up shaky hand!

LOL
and gross

I don't get it.

Church members are asked 15 questions (the Q15) during temple recommend interviews with church leadership. But since you are essentially anonymous on this site, how would you answer those same questions here? I just want to thank NOWMormon for the Q15 thread. I've been trying to recall when the ...

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now
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#15
Do you consider yourself worthy to enter the Lord's house and participate in temple ordinances?

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now

#14
Have there been any sins or misdeeds in your life that should have been resolved with priesthood authorities but have not been?

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now - 13 If you have previously received your temple endowment: -Do you keep the covenants that you made in the temple? -Do you wear the garment both night and day as ...

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now - #12 Do you have financial or other obligations to a former spouse or children? If yes, are you current in meeting those obligations? - Personal thoughts: -Why are ...

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now. - #11 Do you keep the Word of Wisdom? - Personal thought: The WOW has DOs and DON’Ts. Why is it, if you DO the DON’Ts, you can’t get a TR. But if you DON’T do the D ...

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now.

#10
Are you a full-tithe payer?

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now. - #9 Are you honest in your dealings with your fellowmen? Personal thought: The Lord’s church has always emphasized the importance of being honest, as well as the p ...

Do you strive to keep the covenants you have made: I didn't make them. Some medievil (sp. intentional) stone masons made them. They are weirder now that I know the truth than when I was first traumatized by them back in the late seventies. Thank you so such for your post. I see a kindred spirit in ...

Covenants Baptismal: yes Obedience: absolutely not. It was through obeying that covenant I learned exactly how dangerous it is. At the very least, it robs women of their agency and integrity. Sacrifice: no Chastity: yes Law or consecration: no Marriage: yes, in that I hold marriage sacred Give It ...

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now. #8 Do you strive to keep the covenants you have made, to attend your sacrament and other meetings, and to keep your life in harmony with the laws and commandments ...

I've been commenting, then reading other people's replies so that I'm answering honestly. You guys were succinct in your replies. I was rather lengthy. I'd forgotten about Hinckley's words. They'd work if I didn't want to get all preachy, like I did in my reply. I have been loving everyone's ...

Each day, for the rest of May, please share your honest response to each temple recommend question, based on what you believe right now. #7 Do you support, affiliate with, or agree with any group or individual whose teachings or practices are contrary to or oppose those accepted by the Church of ...