25 August 2013

"Why Are You Mormon?"

"Why are you Mormon?" I get this question a lot... And I get it from both sides of the aisle. From the left, I'm asked, "Why are you Mormon? Why do you put up with being called a sinner? Why do you affiliate with a church that hates you and belittles you?" From the right, I'm asked, "Why are you Mormon? Why do you continue to affiliate with this Church when you refuse to follow the words of the Prophets? Why do you continue to sin? You obviously don't understand what the Gospel means."

Some people on the left believe that because I am a Mormon, it makes me less of a lesbian. Some people on the right believe that because I am a lesbian, it makes me less of a Mormon. Both are wrong. I'm gay. I'm Mormon. I make no apologies for that. And I am not ashamed of who I am.

You want to know why I'm Mormon? I'm Mormon because I want to be. I'm Mormon because it makes me a better person. I'm Mormon because I follow the word and teachings of Christ. I'm Mormon because I believe it's what God wants for me. I'm Mormon, because nothing the Church does or says could make me want to leave. I'm Mormon because it's true. 

I'm not leaving. I cannot deny what I know to be true. So take that, and if you disagree, you can shove it where the sun don't shine.

10 comments:

  1. Amen!

    I commend you for your strength and desire to stand up for what you know to be right. Stay strong! You're an inspiration to people who need your example :)

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  2. It is an interesting approach. I am not sure what to say. Even the prophets have taught not to judge those that have a different viewpoint then you but it becomes so hard and gets your head wrapped in a twist that you become dizzy just thinking about it. So I talked to my wife and she says 'Good on ya mate'. She points out that the blog makes no reference that you practice only that you have those urges and that I should get off my high horse.

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    1. I do "practice" homosexuality (wow that sounds clinical and weird). I am currently single, but I have dated women before. I know that God loves me, and that my Heavenly Parents are proud of me for being authentic, rather than living a life of hypocricy.

      I know that the Gospel is true. I also know that I have been gay since the day I was born, and that it was in no way a choice. I know that God loves me for who I am, and I know that I can be a good "practicing" Mormon, and still be a good "practicing" homosexual.

      I strive to make a difference. I want to bridge the Mormon universe with the gay universe. I want to show LGBT Mormons that its ok to be gay and Mormon, and that it's possible. I also want to show the "straight and narrow" Molly Mormons that it is possible to be gay and Mormon, and that it's ok. That's my mission.

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  3. What people fail to realize is that it is 100% possible for the brain to be wired a bit differently and that God wants us to be happy and have love and companionship.

    He doesn't want us suffering our entire lives alone and miserable because of His decision to make us different.

    I feel so sorry for people who are so close minded and think they know everything about God and how He thinks.

    I have been forbidden to attend the LDS church for my choices within the LGBT community but no human can prevent me from loving God and him loving me back.

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  4. I sort of get what you're saying. But for me, I can't find one single good reason to stay LDS. I do love the music, but I don't believe the BOM to be the word of God. I don't believe that J.S. was a prophet of God, nor is T.S.M. I don't believe that the temple ordinances have any truth or value to them. So why stay LDS? For me, it would be silly to do so. I still believe the Gospel of Jesus Christ and I believe that God created me and loves me. I can worship and love him without the oppressive, judgmental dogma of Mormonism. I can list off dozens of ugly and bad things about the church. So for me, a gay man, it doesn't work. I also do not want my children being indoctrinated with their drivel.

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    1. And that's great that it's best for you. Staying Mormon while pursuing a same-sex relationship isn't easy, and it isn't for everyone. For me it was best to stay. For you it was best to leave. And I'm happy for you! :)

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  5. And that is all the reason you will ever need. People have no right to even ask those questions. Never give up your beliefs, or yourself, for anyone.

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    1. We're Mormon... everyone feels like it's their right to ask inappropriate questions... Bishop's and Stake Presidents especially.

      But that's off point ;)

      I'm stubborn. I don't let people push me around :)

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  6. love, Love, L.O.V.E. this post. Amazing. You have said it perfectly, everything that needed to be said on the subject. I could not agree more with you. Great post!! Well done, madam. :)

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