'Vote for Romney is vote for Satan'
From World Net Daily, 5/10/07

While some evangelical Christians are defending the presidential candidacy of Mormon Mitt Romney from an attack by Al Sharpton, another prominent pastor is going further in his condemnation - saying a vote for the former Massachusetts governor is a vote for Satan.

That's the word from Bill Keller, host of the Florida-based Live Prayer TV program as well as LivePrayer.com

"If you vote for Mitt Romney, you are voting for Satan!" he writes in his daily devotional to be sent out to 2.4 million e-mail subscribers tomorrow.

Sharpton, the Democratic Party activist and former presidential candidate, has been widely condemned for singling out Romney's faith as an issue in the campaign.

"As for the one Mormon running for office, those who really believe in God will defeat him anyways, so don't worry about that; that's a temporary situation," he said.

Keller also comes out swinging against the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as a cult.

"This message today is not about Mitt Romney," he writes. "Romney is an unashamed and proud member of the Mormon cult founded by a murdering polygamist pedophile named Joseph Smith nearly 200 years ago. The teachings of the Mormon cult are doctrinally and theologically in complete opposition to the Absolute Truth of God's Word. There is no common ground. If Mormonism is true, then the Christian faith is a complete lie. There has never been any question from the moment Smith's cult began that it was a work of Satan and those who follow their false teachings will die and spend eternity in hell."

"I guess what I can tell you is it shows that bigotry can still rear its ugly head in society," Alex Burgos, a spokesman for the Romney campaign, told WND. "It's sad that anyone would target a fellow American on the issue of faith."

"We really have no comment," Kim Farah, a spokeswoman for the Mormon church, told WND.

Keller is also critical of other evangelicals who have reached out to Romney.

"I have watched in horror over the past weeks as one evangelical Christian leader after another has either endorsed, supported, or just as bad, refused to denounce Romney's run for the White House and those Christian leaders who support him," Keller writes. "Last weekend Pat Robertson, founder of CBN and Regent University, had Romney deliver the keynote address to the graduates of Regent. Regent is one of the great Christian colleges in this nation, and Robertson allowed this cult member to deliver the commencement address. Is he out of his mind? Do you think there would ever be a true Gospel preacher giving the commencement address at Brigham Young?"

But the focus of his appeal to followers is to discredit Mormonism as a legitimate faith in line with the tenets of Christianity.

"I have been warning you for years now about this cult born out of the pits of hell and responsible for sending millions of souls to eternal damnation," Keller says. "For the nearly 200 years this cult has been in existence they have strived for mainstream acceptance. They are the most devious of all the cults since they have always tried to portray themselves as 'just another Christian group' when in fact, they are no more Christian than a Muslim is! Their deception starts with their name, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Sounds like a Christian church doesn't it? Some Mormons have recently changed their name to simply Community of Christ to disguise even better who they are in an attempt to lure people in."

Keller goes on to say that when LDS members talk of God and Jesus they are not talking about the God and Jesus of Christianity. He claims Romney's high-profile candidacy for the presidency is an important effort by the church to gain credibility and respectability.

"There are reportedly 12 million Mormons worldwide, half of those in the United States," he says. "The worldwide holdings of the Mormon cult are in the tens of billions of dollars. Mitt Romney is the first member of this cult who has had the legitimate opportunity to help them achieve their goal of mainstream acceptance while holding the most powerful office in the world. Romney will have the full resources of this cult behind him in his bid for the White House."

He says if Romney wins the White House, millions of people will be attracted to Mormonism.

"Those who follow the false teachings of this cult, believe in the false jesus of the Mormon cult and reject faith in the one true Jesus of the Bible, will die and spend eternity in hell," he charges. "Romney getting elected president will ultimately lead millions of souls to the eternal flames of hell!"

Keller also criticizes Romney for political flip-flops on issues like abortion, citing a recent report that his wife donated money to Planned Parenthood, the largest abortion provider in the world.

"Please take some time today and pray for Mitt Romney and all those who have been deceived by the lies of the Mormon cult," Keller adds. "The fact is that unless they renounce those lies and turn to faith in the one true Jesus of the Bible, they will die and spend eternity in hell. Pray also for these Christian leaders who have for whatever reason, foolishly aligned themselves with Romney. Pray the Holy Spirit will convict them and that they will renounce Romney and find a candidate to support who will hold to Biblical values. There is no excuse, no justification for supporting and voting for a man who will be used by satan to lead the souls of millions into the eternal flames of hell!"

Keller was a businessman convicted of insider trading in 1989, a crime for which he served more than two years in federal prison. After getting out, he received a degree in biblical studies from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, and has been in full-time ministry ever since.

BILL KELLER'S PAST DAILY DEVOTIONALS REGARDING MITT ROMNEY:

MORMONISM

A FEW SIMPLE COMPARISONS

From WWW.SAINTSALIVE.COM

"Some people even in this day of education and enlightenment profess to believe that the Mormons (members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) do not believe in Christ, but rather in some mystical theology based on a belief in Joseph Smith or Brigham Young, or Mormon. Nothing could be further from the truth.

"Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (known informally by the nickname Mormons) believe the Bible. Indeed, so literally and completely do their beliefs and practices conform to the teachings of the Bible that it is not uncommon to hear informed persons say: 'If all men believed the Bible, all would be Mormons.' Bible doctrine is Mormon doctrine, and Mormon doctrine is Bible doctrine. They are one and the same."

(WMT)

"But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed."

Galatians 1:8-9

"For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus, whom we have not preached, or if ye receive another spirit, which ye have not received, or another gospel, which ye have not accepted, ye might well bear with him...For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works."

2 Corinthians 11:4, 13-15

It is easy enough to claim that the gospel you preach and the doctrines you practice are the same as the Bible's. Since anyone, even an angel, who claimed otherwise would be accursed, it would be foolish to say you don't if you want to maintain an appearance of being Christian. So, to determine if the Mormon church really does teach as the Bible teaches, we'd like to compare the teachings of each on a number of key topics. In order to be fair, we will use only Mormon-published materials, primarily pamphlets, as our source for their positions. We invite you to check for yourself to see if we are presenting both positions accurately and fairly references are given after each topic, with the abbreviations explained at the end of this pamphlet. Before we begin, we'd like to make clear that this is not intended to be a complete listing of Mormon and/or Bible doctrines, nor do we give a complete list of references for any one topic.

MORMON DOCTRINE

The Bible has been corrupted by errors of translation and transmission, as well as by deliberate action. (WMT; CJS; 1 Nephi 13:26-29, BOM)

The true Church was lost and needed restoring. (WMT; WCR; CJC; FAR)

Church system is based upon a priesthood succession passed on from man to man. (CJS; BES)

Jesus Christ and the Heavenly Father appeared in secret to Joseph Smith in the woods. (CJC; FAR; JS 2:17 PGP)

God, our Heavenly Father, is an exalted man of flesh and bone. (CJS; D7C 130:22)

Our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ the Son are two distinct physical beings. (CJS)

The Holy Ghost is a third, distinct, spirit being; different also in function and identity from the Holy Spirit. (CJS)

Mankind existed in a premortal life with Heavenly Father, being first a spiritual, then a natural being. (WMT; CJS; POL)

All men are literally sons of God, born to him in the pre-existence. (CJS; POL)

All men will have immortality and resurrection through Christ's death but that ís all His death accomplished. (WMT; CJS; POL)

Jesus is the literal son of God, conceived as we were, but of an immortal Father.(WMT)

Jesus, a created being born to God, created the world and universe, after the pre-mortal life of man began. (WMT; POL)

Jesus is mankind's elder brother, firstborn spirit child of our Heavenly Father, and by inference, spirit-brother to Lucifer and his demons. (WMT; POL)

"As man is, God once was..."

BIBLE DOCTRINE

The words of God and of Jesus cannot wither, fade, fall or pass away; this the Bible the Word of God cannot be corrupted. (Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 24:35; Luke 21:33, 1 Peter 1:23-25)

The true Church is unshakable, indestructible, bringing glory to Christ in all ages. (Isaiah 51:6-8; Matthew 28:20; Acts 2:21; 5:38-39; Ephesians 3:20-21; Hebrews 10:23; 12:28)

Church system based on direct, individual personal relationship with Christ, with all who have this relationship being members and priests themselves. (John 1:12; 6:37-40; 14:20; Matthew 28:18; Acts 4:7-12)

Since His coming would be obvious to all, Jesus warned us not to believe those who claimed to see Him in secret. (Zechariah 14:4; Matthew 24:23-27; Luke 17:23-24; 21:8; Mark 13:21-22; Rev.1:7)

God is a Spirit, able to dwell in men. (Matthew 16:17; John 4:24; 14:23; Luke 24:39)

The Father and the Son are distinct Persons, and yet are one God. (Isaiah 9:6; John 5:17-18; 14:9-11)

The Holy Ghost and the Holy Spirit are two names for the same Being (the same Greek word, pneuma, is translated both ways), who is also one of the three Persons of the one God (Isaiah 6:9-10 [compare with Acts 28:25-26]; Isaiah 48:14-17; Luke 1:35; Acts 5:3-4; Hebrews 10 :15-17)

Humanity is first natural, then potentially spiritual, having no premortal life. Of all men, only Jesus ever pre-existed. (1 Corinthians 15:46; Hebrews 2:9-10)

Only those who receive Christ are children of God. (John 1:12-13; Ephesians 1:3-6; Galatians 3:26; 1 John 5:1)

Christ's death and resurrection accomplished much more than just immortality but only for those who receive Him as Lord. (Acts 10:43; Romans 5:6-9; 8:16-17; Ephesians 1:7-8; 1 John 5:11-13)

Jesus is and always was the literal Almighty God; (Isaiah 7 :14; Luke 5:20-24; John 1:1, 14; 8:58; 10:30-33; Hebrews 1:8)

Jesus, Himself uncreated, created all things physical and spiritual before creating man upon the earth. (Isaiah 45:12; John 1:1-2, 10; 17:5; Hebrews 1:12; 13:8)

Jesus is the firstborn in relation to position and pre-eminence, not origin, and created Lucifer and all the angels who later fell. (Psalms 89:27; John 1:3; Colossians 1:15-18)

God does not change, and has never been anything other than He is now He specifically has never been a man. (Numbers 23:19; 1 Samuel 15:29; Hosea 11:9; Romans 1:21-23)

There can be no other God besides God, either past, present or future. (Isaiah 43:10-11; 44:6-8; 45:5-6, 18, 21-23; James 2:19; 1 Tim.2:5; Isaiah 14:12-15; Genesis 3:5)

MORMON DOCTRINE

"...as God is, man can become." (Well-known quote by Lorenzo Snow, former Mormon prophet, found in many Mormon writings)

One's personal salvation and exaltation is conditioned upon his works and obedience to the teachings of the Mormon church, with the highest exaltation going to those who are most faithful. (WMT; POL; ABW)

Few will be cast into the lake of fire with the Devil and his angels, since nearly all men will gain some lesser or greater degree of heavenly kingdom, based on their good works. (WMT; CJS; D&C 76)

BIBLE DOCTRINE

One's personal salvation and exaltation is conditioned solely upon his trust in Christ his own efforts are worse than useless. NOTE: Biblical Christianity is the only faith to teach this. (John 3:18, 36; 5:24; 6:40, 47; 8:24; Romans 3:10-23; 5:1; 10:9-13)

Only those who trust in Christ will gain entrance into any heaven, based on that trust. "Almost" doesn't count.! All others will be cast into the lake of fire as a result of trusting in their own good works. (John 14:6; Galatians 2:16, 21; 3:8, 21, 24; Revelation 20:4-6, 10-15; 21:18)

It should be fairly clear that Mormonism teaches another God, another Jesus, another Spirit, another salvation in short, another Gospel from that of the Bible. The conclusion we have reached because of that isn't too hard to guess! We can bear our own record (or testimony) as did the apostle John many years ago:

"And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. 5:12 He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life." 1 John 5:11-12

You really need to decide for yourself whether you have the Son Himself, or merely a church that uses His name, or perhaps nothing involved with Him at all. Anything other than having the Son Himself means you do not have eternal life. You can have the Son Himself by turning from your sins and trusting in Him and Him alone. He can be truly yours, regardless of who you are, what you've done, or what church you belong to (or don't belong to, for that matter). Please contact us if you'd like more information as to how to receive Jesus Christ into your life. We honestly welcome your response, positive or negative.

J. Steven Smith

TO THE MORMON

This information has been given to you in love. We can assure you that it is accurate and honest. The programs, and certainly the people of the LDS church are good. However, you can have the greatest organization, and a sincere faith but if that organization directs your faith to a "god" who is not the one and only true God of the Bible, but rather to a false god who cannot save then after your own death, that organization and faith will amount to nothing.

Take up the challenge! Dare to question and become a genuine seeker after truth. Were you given information on the "meat" of Mormonism, which we have outlined here, during the missionary lessons before you joined the church? Were you asked to make an eternal decision, based on incomplete and inaccurate information? WE URGE YOU to call out to the One True God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob to reveal Himself to you and to ask the One True Jesus to apply His sacrifice on the cross to your sins personally! There is no other God and no other way! Write to us! We will give you all the information available.

HOW YOU CAN BE A CHRISTIAN

Any person, right where he or she is, can have a personal relationship with the living God of the universe through Jesus Christ, and the assurance of eternal life, through prayer to the REAL God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; the God of the Bible.

1) Admit that (on your own) you are separated from God by sin, unable to save yourself (Romans 3:23, Isaiah 64:6)

2) Be willing to turn from your sin (repent) and to let Him change your life. (Acts 26:20).

3) Believe that REAL Jesus Christ died to pay the penalty of your personal sins and will take them away (Romans 5:8-9); and that He rose again from the dead (Romans 10:9-10). Accept this in faith as a free gift from God. (Ephesians 2:8-9)

4) Invite Jesus Christ into your life to be your personal Lord and Savior (Revelation 3:20; John 1:12; 1 John 5:11-13)

5) Read God's Word (the Bible) daily and allow Him to take over the management of your life (Romans 12:1-2). Let His Holy Spirit fill you and lead your daily. Seek out a Christian church of Believers who stand on God's Word and it alone!

Saints Alive In Jesus P.O. Box 1347 Issaquah, Wa 98027 USA