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Originally Posted by john doe
Yeah, you could, but that would be a very empty conversion wouldn't it? Wouldn't you rather be true to your own values than fake it?
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Glad to hear the forum is open to anyone.
I have the same basic values and live the same way as LDS members (no alcohol, I don't swear, saving myself for marriage, etc) so I wouldn't be faking anything if I decided to convert. I know a lot of people are baptist or catholics but they don't go to church every week or make a big deal over it.
So its not mandatory to send your kids to do missionary work or to take part in religious activities every week? Right now I believe in God, but I'm not sure about all the details of the LDS religion as they would apply what's required as a member. After visiting temple square and looking online I understand the basic beliefs, but I'm confused about what kinds of things would be necessary for me to convert other than what I believe. I certainly don't want to be considered faking it.
Aside from abiding by the standards of behavior, which I already do, what else is required in order to be allowed to have a temple marriage?