Worldwide, there are 14.1 million Mormons with 28,660 congregations based in more than 176 countries (“LDS Statistics and . . .). Despite this large number of people, little is known about the LDS religion. As recent events have shown, people believe that Mormons are not Christians. However, Mormons are Christians based on the name, scriptures, and teachings of their church. According to the Merriam Webster Dictionary, a Christian is someone who believes in the teachings of Jesus Christ. As the Holy Bible says, Christ was born 2000 years ago from a virgin mother. In his ministry he taught that he was the foretold Messiah of the Old Testament. While on earth, He made atonement, enabling all people to overcome their sins. For his teachings he was crucified, but rose again on the third day. Christ is the foundation of many churches, including the Mormon Church. In fact, “Mormon” is just a nickname for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. (Another nickname is the acronym LDS) A quick glance at the full name of the church contains the name of Christ. By the very name of their church, members declare their belief in Christ. All Christian denominations claim that the Holy Bible is the word of God, testifying to the ministry of Christ. Mormons adhere to the Bible, just like everyone else. However, in addition to the Holy Bible, Mormons believe three other books to be scripture. The most famous of these books is The Book of Mormon: Another Testimony of Jesus Christ. This book, translated by the Prophet Joseph Smith, is an account of an ancient civilization in the Americas. (Pear). This additional book of scripture does not change the fact that people of the Mormon faith love the Bible and accept it as a sacred testimony of Christ...... middle of paper ......e Church of Jesus Latter-day Saint Christ, May 30, 2008. Web. February 12, 2012. Perry, Seth. “An Outsider Looks at Mormonism.” Chronicle of Higher Education 52.22 (2006): B9. MasterFILE First. Internet. February 14, 2012. Robinson, Stephen E. “Are Mormons Christians?” Insignia May 1998. LDS.org. Internet. February 10, 2012. Walker, Joseph. “LDS Christianity: Differences That Matter.” Deseret News [Salt Lake City] November 27, 2011. Print. "LDS Statistics and Church Facts | Full Church Membership." Newsroom.org. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, April 7, 2011. Web. February 15, 2012. “The living Christ: the testimony of the apostles”. Letter. Salt Lake City: Intellectual Reserve, 2000. Lds.org. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, January 1, 2000. Web. February 15. 2012.