What I think of MLMs

Elder M. Russell Ballard

• Today I repeat earlier counsel from Church leaders. Brothers and sisters, keep the doctrine of Christ pure and never be deceived by those who tamper with the doctrine. …
• Do not listen to those who have not been ordained or set apart to their Church calling and are acknowledged by common consent of the members of the Church.
• Be aware of organizations, groups, or individuals claiming secret answers to doctrinal questions that they say today’s apostles and prophets do not have or understand.
• Do not listen to those who entice you with get-rich schemes. …

In some places, too many of our people are looking beyond the mark and seeking secret knowledge in expensive and questionable practices to provide healing and support. …

M. Russell Ballard

The mountebanks and conjurers grow bolder all the time.

Through MLMs and nostrums they mix scripture with pure slime.

Their draughts are sweet and subtle, while their manner is sincere;

They’ll suck up your last dollar with alacrity and cheer.

Unordained, unlicensed, and behind ornate closed doors,

They preach a gospel knockoff as infallible mentors.

Tampering with doctrine like a child with matches playing,

They ignite but misery when for grace they should be praying.

Do not heed their siren call; let prudence be your guide.

The waters of delusion are so deep and cold and wide.

The simple truth will keep you high and dry without a doubt.

Don’t look beyond the mark if you would keep your purse strings stout.