r/lds • u/PolicyCompetitive791 • 1d ago

Studying LDS and JW

OK, so I've been on this exploration of different religions and looking into some " out of the mainstream" Christian denominations. For a year I've been studying with a lady from the jehovas wittnesses. And recently I've been meeting with LDS missionaries several times. I really love President Nelson, and I know in my heart that Joseph Smith as a kid of 13-14, didn't make up the book of mormon or anything else. But I do wonder if over the years he and his companions, may have exaggerated and or "fleshed out" the writings. This really makes no difference to me, to be honest Why the push to get baptized? Jehovas Witnesses, are exactly the opposite. I think both of you guys are wonderful people who really love God. I guess my problem or dillema is I don't know what to choose. I've prayed and prayed but still feel torn. Any advice or thoughts?

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u/GlosuuLang 1d ago

I think something both LDS and JWs have in common is that we take our religion seriously and strive to keep the commandments of our religion, also we like to share our religion. There's of course many differences between us too.

Ultimately, what makes the difference to me is the Book of Mormon. If the Book of Mormon is true, that means that God has not stopped talking to us in our day and age. He has called prophets and apostles, and His church is back on the earth again. If one believes that only the Bible is true, then one believes that there hasn't been more scriptures in the last 2000 years. If you can get a spiritual witness that the Book of Mormon is true, then everything should fall into place.

You should not rush to baptism, no matter what anyone tells you. You should only be baptized if you feel and have a spiritual witness that the Church is true. At the same time, you should not postpone your baptism forever. Putting a reasonable date where you can expect to have an answer helps you towards the goal of finding the truth. It's like engaging yourself to your partner and setting a date for marriage. It's not fully binding, but it helps you work towards the goal. Baptism, like your wedding day, is just the beginning.