2 Nephi 10:3 “Wherefore, as I said unto you, it must needs be expedient that Christ—for in the last night the angel spake unto me that this should be his name—should come among the Jews, among those who are the more wicked part of the world; and they shall crucify him—for thus it behooveth our God, and there is none other nation on earth that would crucify their God.” [emp. added]
Matthew 1:18-23 “Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily. 20 But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost. 21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. 22 Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, 23 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” [emp. added]
Luke 2:4-7 “And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. 6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.” [emp. added]
If/when Mormons are looking to share a story at Christmastime about the Savior’s birth, their beloved canon (BoM) would have to be excluded. Although Joseph Smith claimed it was ‘the most correct book on the face of the earth’ the reader will find that it’s riddled with mistakes.
The only passage in the BoM that speaks of the pre-incarnate Jesus is seen in our example above (2 Nephi 10:3). In about BC 559, the BoM prophet, Nephi, supposedly had a vision that Jesus would be born, and his name would be ‘Christ’.
We pray Mormons will see the obvious problems in the passage!
1.This is an anachronism because Nephi is using a Greek word (Christ) before Greek was first used in BC 323.
2.This is a false prophecy because ‘Christ’ is not His name. The Lord’s name is Jesus. The word Christ is a title.
3.It’s also a false prophecy because Mormons don’t believe Jesus is their god. Their god is an exalted man by the name of Elohim.
4.The verse in the BoM is a standalone verse with no corroborating substance surrounding it. There’s nothing in the verses beforehand describing the upcoming birth of the Messiah, nor is there any specific details of events about Him afterwards.
5.Let’s not forget the BoM also announced Jesus would be born in Jerusalem, not Bethlehem — Alma 7:10.
If you’re a Christian, please share this with a Mormon you know! The Bible provides a great picture of what took place that awesome night 2,000 years ago, and it’s a reliable source of info!!!
With Love in Christ;
Michelle
A VERY MORMON CHRISTMAS
BY MELISSA BROWN
One starry night a baby boy named Jesus was born (at) Jerusalem. The birth of the Savior was as natural as are the births of our children. Jesus was created in the manner of the flesh by Heavenly Father and his spirit daughter Mary. He (Jesus) was not begotten by the Holy Ghost. Nor was he the only begotten…He was also Lucifer’s brother.
His mission, as savior of the world was to establish his church and teach “the plan of salvation”. However Jesus was not eternal God and was only able to partially atone for our sins in the garden of Gethsemane, because of course we have to do all we can do first.
He died on the cross, rose on the third day and ascended back to Heavenly Father.
Shortly after all the apostles died Christ’s Church went into complete apostasy. And his priesthood was taken from the earth.
But not to worry… Heavenly Father had a better plan all along.
For on December 23rd 1805 another baby boy named Joseph Smith was born in upstate New York. And no man ever did such a work as Joseph Smith, not even Jesus. Because of the Prophet of this dispensation, the golden plates were found and translated into the Book of Mormon (The most correct book on the face of the Earth), using a stone in a hat.
Because Jesus failed to keep his church together, The Prophet Joseph Smith had to step in and restore the” True Church”. Joseph Smith was the only man that has ever been able to keep the whole church together.” If we get our salvation, we shall have to pass by him (Joseph Smith)”. George Q. Cannon.
“Praise To The Man”
“This is a season for giving and a time for gratitude. We remember with appreciation the birth of the prophet Joseph Smith, which is celebrated this same month of December two days before Christmas”. Gordon B. Hinckley
Merry Smithmas All.
That’s a concise, albeit very sad, summary. How I have wished over the years that it wasn’t true.
The good news of this bad scenario, is that the God of the Bible gave His ONLY Son to save us! PTL!
As I’ve always said, I am in awe everyday that He saved me, of all people!
Thank You Jesus – Holy be Your Name!
Michelle 🙂
Like the Old Sarge has always said, the Mormons would rather believe the words of a man like Joe Smith then the Words spoken by God in the BIble. The Mormons give praise to Joe Smith by singing Hymn #19 “We Thank Thee O God For a Prophet”
What did Jesus say about people like Joe Smith? Jesus said: “He who speaks on his own authority, seeks his own glory. But, he who seeks the glory of the one who sent him, is a man of truth.” (John 7:18)
Was Joe Smith a man of truth? Ever hear of the Kinderhook Incident?