FIRST AND FORMOST

I am not an official representative of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). I am merely a member of said church living a normal life, doing normal things. Everything contained in this blog is, "according to the dictates of (my) own conscience," (Articles of Faith #11) as far as I believe. That is to say, it is my personal belief that these things are acceptable by the church and God. Being human, and thus subject to error, I am fully aware that there may be times when my opinion and belief may be different than the official stance of the church. I try to align my life and ideas with those of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, but again, I must account for the unavoidable errors that are bound to appear. Therefore, take what I post here, say here, and write here with a grain of salt. If there are any questions as to an official stance of the church, please go to www.lds.org. Thank You.

Thursday, September 1, 2011

VIDEO GAMES (the tl:dr version)

Yes. Mormons can play video games, provided that they are relatively tame. Lots o' gore? Right out. Suggestive themes? No way. Mind ripping emotional trauma? I'd rather not personally. Violent? As in, brutal, horrific, realistic violence? No, nope, definitely not.

Why?

The answer is simple: Because such things are offensive to God. And, if that is the case, then such things ought to be offensive to those who follow him and call themselves disciples of His Son. Also, such  things offend the Holy Ghost (Holy Spirit, Spirit of God, The Comforter, etc...), and cause it to leave, which is never a good thing.
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