What Do Mormons Believe?

This is the book I read when I first became interested in the LDS church. Rex Lee does a great job of introducing the LDS church to those with little or no knowledge about Mormons (or who want to know if their knowledge is accurate). He presents a basic overview of Mormon beliefs and practices. Contrary to what a previous reviewer said, Mr. Lee was well-versed in the Bible (as most Mormons are) and does not say that Mormons are "just another Protestant sect", since Mormons do not believe they are. This is an excellent resource for the beginner seeking to know more about the LDS church.

Many people have attempted to define the Mormon beliefs. Who could do it better than the president of the Mormon University, BYU? The first chapter of the book describes the primary difference between the Mormons and other Christian denominations, namely the restoration of the gospel through the modern Prophet Joseph Smith after centuries of apostacy. Many a bible-basher overlooks the need for a restoration of doctrine in the traditional Christian theology. This is because of fear that the Mormons may be right. They will criticise Mormons for not being able to back up their every belief with Bible quotes. Once you understand the notion that the traditional Christian church is based on the philosophies of men and not upon current revelation, you will see, at least from the Mormon perspective, just how inept these bible-bashers are. Please read the book. If you want to learn more about the Mormons, do not read books by disgruntled ex-Mormons! Do not read books by non-Mormon ministers and scholars. Instead read credible works by active and faithful Mormons. Or visit the church website. Don't be fooled by impostors who's only goal is to defame or seek revenge.

This is an introductory and survey book on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints written by Rex E. Lee, who had been the United States Solicitor General, and was president of Brigham Young University from 1989-1995, before his death from cancer.This is a casual and easy read. I read it in about three hours, and I think it gives a great look at what the Saints believe. It is not an official church publication, so the book has a lot of personality and bounce.I though the chapter on his confirmation-hearing to be Solicitor General was quite interesting. Remembering the Bork and Thomas hearings, these can be very bloody. He was asked about any conflicts of interest between his church and his office as Solicitor General. He said that he was an employee of the United States Government, so that is where his loyalty would lie. He then made a comment that this question should have been settled with Kennedy. A man can be a good president and a good Catholic, so he could be a good Saint and a good Solicitor.I recommend this book for anyone wanting to learn more about the Church of Jesus Christ.