There are 14.1 million Mormons worldwide with 28,660 congregations located in over 176 countries ("LDS Statistics and...). Despite this large population, little is known about the Mormon religion. As seen in recent events, 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 mentioned in the Holy Bible, Christ was born 2000 years ago to a virgin mother. In his ministry he taught that he was the Messiah foretold by the Old Testament. While on earth he accomplished the Atonement, enabling all people to overcome his sins. For his teachings he was crucified, but resurrected on the third day. Christ is the basis of many churches, including the Mormon Church. In reality, “Mormon” is just a nickname for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Days. (Another nickname is the acronym LDS) A cursory glance at the full name of the church contains the name of Christ. By the very name of their church, members declare their faith in Christ. All Christian denominations affirm that the Holy Bible is the word of God, testifying to the ministry of Christ. Mormons embrace the Bible, just as others do. In addition to the Holy Bible, however, Church members believe that three additional books are scripture. The most famous of these books is The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ. This book, translated by the Prophet Joseph Smith, is a record of an ancient civilization in the Americas. (Perry). 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 ......and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints , May 30, 2008. Web. February 12, 2012.Perry, Seth. “An Outsider Examines Mormonism.” Chronicle of Higher Education 52.22 (2006): B9. MasterFILEPremier. Network. February 14, 2012. Robinson, Stephen E. “Are Mormons Christian?” Liahona May 1998. LDS.org. Network. February 10, 2012.Walker, Joseph. “Church Christianity: Differences That Matter.” Deseret News [Salt Lake City] November 27, 2011. Print."LDS Stats 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, Jan. 1, 2000. Web. Feb. 15. 2012.