AboutDrew Williams Expertise Are Mormons "Christians?"
What is the truth about Mormons and drinking coffee, coke and alcohol?
Why don`t Mormons watch "R" rated movies?
Are there still Mormons who practice plural marriage?
Why are Mormons married in a "Temple" and why are only a few people allowed to attend?
What's the difference between a "Mormon" and a "Latter-day Saint?"
Experience I am the author of the book: "Complete Idiot's Guide to Mormonism" (Penguin), which has now been read by more than 10,000 people. I have spoken on topics pertaining to the history of Christianity and Mormonism around the world, and have taught Mormon doctrine for more than 20 years, and am a former Methodist (practicing Baptist), convert to the Mormon Church. Without sounding "preachy," I can help clarify points of concern regarding Mormons as Christians, and can help others understand principles of belief behind the Mormon Church--as well as speak somewhat concerning the context of the New Testament (and the Book of Isaiah).
Organizations LDS Church
Publications New Era, The Friend, Wall Street Journal, Computer World, Internet Week, others.
Expert: Drew Williams Date: 3/28/2008 Subject: dating
Question QUESTION: According to Mormon belief, is intimacy allowed
between an elderly man and woman ? if not are there any restrictions during courtship/dating? Both are past childbearing age. One is a Mormon member the other isn’t. Both have been married before.
ANSWER: Nope--whether you're 16 and full of pimples or 60 and full of pockmarks--"intimacy" is always a no-no.
Moral code and discretion aside, morality goes with us to the grave.
HOWEVER, this does not mean the couple cannot marry, have great sex, and die happy. But if he wants to remain in the Church--and eventually (possibly), work with her to convert to the Church, he will need to maintain his virtue during the courship. But after they're married, it's all fun-and-games, no matter what religion they are!
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QUESTION: Thank you
So as an elder what would be considered Ok to do?
Holding hands?
Kissing?
Answer What level of "Priesthood" is also not relevant. Prophet, Teacher, Priest--no matter.
Holding hands--I can never get enough of that!
Kissing--watch the "intent"
Love, Honor, Respect.
And it's the priesthood holder's responsibility to ensure these things are maintained.
