Just as a point of fact, regarding the Mormon comment above - I was very pleased with Russel M Nelson starkly and clearly addressing the issue last month while speaking in general conference. I understand that words alone is not enough, but the words themselves should be applauded. Especially as they are considered to be "scripture" now.
“Today, I call upon our members everywhere to lead out in abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudice...I plead with you to promote respect for all of God’s children...Listen carefully to what I am about to say. God does not love one race more than another... His doctrine on this matter is clear. He invites all to come unto Him, ‘black and white, bond and free, male and female."
“I assure you that your standing before God is not determined by the color of your skin."
“Favor or disfavor with God is dependent upon your devotion to God and His commandments, and not the color of your skin.”
There is always more to do, and easy to say "not enough has been done", but this was still a good moment for me.
Just as a point of fact, regarding the Mormon comment above - I was very pleased with Russel M Nelson starkly and clearly addressing the issue last month while speaking in general conference. I understand that words alone is not enough, but the words themselves should be applauded. Especially as they are considered to be "scripture" now.
“Today, I call upon our members everywhere to lead out in abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudice...I plead with you to promote respect for all of God’s children...Listen carefully to what I am about to say. God does not love one race more than another... His doctrine on this matter is clear. He invites all to come unto Him, ‘black and white, bond and free, male and female."
“I assure you that your standing before God is not determined by the color of your skin."
“Favor or disfavor with God is dependent upon your devotion to God and His commandments, and not the color of your skin.”
There is always more to do, and easy to say "not enough has been done", but this was still a good moment for me.