McConkie’s Contradictions: Sins NOT Remitted in Baptism; Sins Remitted in Baptism

A New Witness for the Articles of Faith, p. 290 “Sins are remitted not in the waters of baptism, as we say in speaking figuratively, but when we receive the Holy Ghost. It is the Holy Spirit of God that erases carnality and brings us into a state of righteousness. We become clean when we actually receive the fellowship and companionship of the Holy Ghost. It is then that sin and dross and evil are burned out of our souls as though by fire.” — Bruce R. McConkie [emp. added]

A New Witness for the Articles of Faith, p. 299 “We receive a remission of our sins through baptism and through the sacrament. The Spirit will not dwell in an unclean tabernacle, and when men receive the Spirit, they become clean and pure and spotless.” — Bruce R. McConkie [emp. added]

‘But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: 4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.’ 2 Corinthians 4:3-4

Foregoing the numerous problems in Mr. McConkie’s talk, we’re looking at just one item of interest today.

Should Mormons believe they receive a remission of sins through baptism, or not?

If you’re LDS, which story do you believe?

As always, we’re asking for Christians to pray for members in the Church!

With Love in Christ;

Michelle

1 Cor. 1:18