Mormons, or members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints are a peculiar people.
What Is Why Mormons?
WhyMormons.net exists to answer a simple question: What do members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints actually believe—and why?
There are many opinions about Latter-day Saints, often from people who are not members of the Church, or who no longer believe its teachings. This site exists to let members speak for themselves.
Here, you will find clear explanations of Latter-day Saint beliefs, drawn directly from our scriptures, our prophets, and the official teachings of the Church. We do not attempt to debate, persuade, or criticize other faiths. Our purpose is to explain what we believe, as we understand it, in our own words.
We believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God and the Savior of the world. We believe His Church was restored through modern prophets. We believe God still speaks today, and that truth can be known through revelation.
Because these beliefs matter, we state them plainly.
WhyMormons.net is open to anyone with honest questions—whether you are curious, skeptical, searching, or simply trying to understand someone you know. You do not need to agree with what is written here. We only ask that it be read as it is intended: as a faithful explanation of what Latter-day Saints believe and why we believe it is true.
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Why Do Mormons Believe Priesthood Authority Was Lost and Restored?
Latter-day Saints believe priesthood authority was lost and later restored because they believe Jesus Christ established His Church with divine authority, appointed apostles to lead it, and gave them power to perform ordinances in His name. According to this belief, while faith in Christ continued after the deaths of the original apostles, the specific authority…
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Why do Mormons believe differently than other Christians?
To many people, Christianity appears unified on the surface. Churches read the Bible, preach about Jesus Christ, and emphasize faith, prayer, and moral living. Yet when someone encounters Latter-day Saints for the first time, it often becomes clear that their beliefs sound different from those of many other Christian traditions. These differences can raise questions:…
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Why Do Mormons Donate Time and Service?
In many modern societies, time is considered one of the most valuable and limited resources a person has. Work schedules are demanding, family responsibilities are complex, and personal rest often feels scarce. Against this reality, the willingness of Latter-day Saints to donate large amounts of time and service frequently stands out. From unpaid church responsibilities…