Is the Mormon God gay?
That is just one of the many intriguing issues explored within these pages.
My aim in this book is not to persuade you, the reader, to believe what Mormons believe—I have no intention of doing so. Instead, my aim is to inform you about what Mormons believe in relation to same-sex marriage. Even for those of us who do not hold or agree with Mormon beliefs, these beliefs are intensely fascinating—especially as they have been influenced by significant historical events in U.S. history.
Additionally, for those in favor of same-sex marriage, understanding more thoroughly why groups like the Mormons oppose same-sex marriage can help your thoughts on the debate on this issue deepen. At least, with a thorough understanding of the Mormon view you and I can promote empathy and hopefully tolerance among those on both sides of the controversy.
For Mormon readers, I clarify how Mormon beliefs interconnect in ways that are not obvious upon initial reflection. Additionally, Mormon readers will gain insight into how historical events in Mormonism relate to the current Mormon position on same-sex marriage. Most significantly, you will discover that underneath the surface of the same-sex marriage controversy are issues that could tear the LDS/Mormon Church apart.
That is just one of the many intriguing issues explored within these pages.
My aim in this book is not to persuade you, the reader, to believe what Mormons believe—I have no intention of doing so. Instead, my aim is to inform you about what Mormons believe in relation to same-sex marriage. Even for those of us who do not hold or agree with Mormon beliefs, these beliefs are intensely fascinating—especially as they have been influenced by significant historical events in U.S. history.
Additionally, for those in favor of same-sex marriage, understanding more thoroughly why groups like the Mormons oppose same-sex marriage can help your thoughts on the debate on this issue deepen. At least, with a thorough understanding of the Mormon view you and I can promote empathy and hopefully tolerance among those on both sides of the controversy.
For Mormon readers, I clarify how Mormon beliefs interconnect in ways that are not obvious upon initial reflection. Additionally, Mormon readers will gain insight into how historical events in Mormonism relate to the current Mormon position on same-sex marriage. Most significantly, you will discover that underneath the surface of the same-sex marriage controversy are issues that could tear the LDS/Mormon Church apart.
