Weak Arguments Against Mormonism 
Weak Arguments #15: “How to Make Weak Arguments for Mormonism – A Primer” – By Fred W. Anson
(4)An article on some common and recurring weak argument and debating tactics that Latter-day Saints use in their defense of Mormonism that result in weak arguments. by Fred W. Anson “”The non-LDS world has a history of perpetuating criticism, caricature, othering, antagonism and shaming of Mormons. This leads to a reaction on the part of… Read More ›
Weak Arguments #14: “How to Make Weak Arguments Against Mormonism – A Primer”
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. by Fred W. Anson “I find myself too often saying about a lot of Christians, ‘I agree with everything you say, but I disagree with the way you’re saying it. There’s a way of saying things that is… Read More ›
Title: Weak Arguments #13: “There’s NOTHING in Mormonism that’s true – it’s all wrong and nothing but a pack of lies!”
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. by Fred W. Anson The Argument: “There’s nothing in Mormonism that’s true – it’s all wrong and nothing but a pack of lies!” Why It’s Weak: As stated a number of times throughout this series, exaggeration erodes credibility… Read More ›
Weak Arguments #12: “There is no priesthood anymore.”
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. by Fred W. Anson The Argument: “There is no priesthood anymore.” Why It’s Weak: This argument is weak because it’s untrue. The Bible tells us that anyone who places their trust in Christ and receives His free gift… Read More ›
Weak Arguments #11: “I will never, ever use official Mormon Church sources…”
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. by Fred W. Anson The Argument: “I will never, ever use official Mormon Church sources like church manuals, LdS Scripture, or the official church website. It’s all just spin doctored, faith promoting propaganda!” Why It’s Weak: One of the… Read More ›
Weak Arguments #10: “The entire Book of Mormon was discredited just as soon as it said that Christ was born in Jerusalem.”
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. by Fred W. Anson The Argument: “The entire Book of Mormon was discredited just as soon as it said that Christ was born in Jerusalem.” Why It’s Weak: This argument is a molehill not a mountain. This is… Read More ›
Weak Arguments #9: “I don’t need to understand Mormon culture or learn how to speak like a Mormon…”
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. by Fred W. Anson The Argument: “I don’t need to understand Mormon culture or learn how to speak like a Mormon! I won’t stoop to the level of heretics – after all, Jesus and the Apostles never did!” Why It’s Weak:… Read More ›
Weak Arguments #8: “I testify that Mormonism is false and Joseph Smith was a false prophet.”
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. by Clinton Wilcox The Argument: “I testify that Mormonism is false and Joseph Smith was a false prophet.” Why It’s Weak: In short, it’s a weak argument because it is subjective and inconclusive. It doesn’t give any actual… Read More ›
Weak Arguments #7: “The Book of Mormon doesn’t have a trace of orthodox, mainstream Biblical Christianity in it.” By Fred. W. Anson
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. The Argument: “The Book of Mormon doesn’t have a trace of orthodox, mainstream Biblical Christianity in it.” Why It’s Weak: As previous articles in this series have pointed out, this argument is weak because it’s untrue.[1] 1) The… Read More ›
Weak Arguments #6: “Mormon doctrine was heretical from the very beginning.” By Fred. W. Anson
An ongoing series of articles on some common and recurring weak arguments that Christians make against Mormonism. The Argument: “Mormon doctrine was heretical from the very beginning.” Why It’s Weak: Exaggeration erodes credibility. Overstatement turns strong arguments into weak ones. This argument is weak because it’s both an exaggeration and an overstatement. It turns early… Read More ›
