“Examine Yourself” & “Consider Your Ways”– 4 Soul-Searching Questions from the Bible

"Sunday Sermon" "Know Thyself" The Bible counsels and commands: “examine yourselves” and “consider your ways.” Likewise, Socrates proclaimed: “Know Thyself!” He added, “the unexamined life is not worth living.” Lao Tzu also declared: “He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened.” “Examine Yourself” (1 Corinthians 11:28) “Let a man examine himself.” … Continue reading “Examine Yourself” & “Consider Your Ways”– 4 Soul-Searching Questions from the Bible →

I’m the Illegitimate Descendant of King William “the Conqueror”

"Fun Facts Saturday" "World History" I got excited when I learned I am the direct descendant of William the Conqueror (1027-1135). He is my 26th great-grandfather. I felt special. Maybe I was entitled to a castle? But then I discovered he has an estimated 13 million direct descendants alive today. So, I could inherit 1/13 … Continue reading I’m the Illegitimate Descendant of King William “the Conqueror” →

DUI Drivers Versus the Alphabet

"Court Case Friday" “Drunk Driving” (DUI) cases are some of the most tragic. They are also some of the most entertaining. Field Sobriety Tests In the “old days,” reciting the alphabet was a standard field sobriety test (FST). This FST tested mental impairment. Mental impairment occurs before observable physical impairment. Years ago, the National Highway … Continue reading DUI Drivers Versus the Alphabet →

Brigham Young – Best Quotes

"Hero Birthday Series" In Honor of his Birthday - June 1, 1801 Crying babies “Crying babies are like good intentions: Both should be carried out immediately!” Education of women "You educate a man; you educate a man. You educate a woman; you educate a generation." Fools take offense “He who takes offense when offense was … Continue reading Brigham Young – Best Quotes →

Brigham Young’s Brutal Wild West Humor

"Hero Birthday Series" In Honor of His Birthday - June 1, 1801 Brigham Young became the second President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after a mob murdered the Prophet Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum. "Brother Brigham" led the migration of tens of thousands of saints from Britain, Scandinavia and the … Continue reading Brigham Young’s Brutal Wild West Humor →

A Pioneer Mother Crossing the Plains with Broken Legs and Ribs

This story was shared by master storyteller Glenn Rawson in May 2023. I quote: It was May 1848, when Elisha Groves and his wife Lucy set out from the Missouri River, and took their journey to the valley of the Great Salt Lake. They were among nearly 2,000 people traveling in this huge wagon company … Continue reading A Pioneer Mother Crossing the Plains with Broken Legs and Ribs →

“Abou Ben Adhem”- Famous Poem About Loving God by Serving Our Fellow Men

"Poetic Wednesday" "Abou Ben Adhem" Abou Ben Adhem (may his tribe increase!)Awoke one night from a deep dream of peace,And saw within the moon light in his room,Making it rich, and like a lily in bloom,An angel writing in a good of gold:Exceeding peace had made Ben Adhem bold,And to the presence in the room … Continue reading “Abou Ben Adhem”- Famous Poem About Loving God by Serving Our Fellow Men →

Missionary Struggles Pt. 2 – David O. McKay

"Sunday Sermon" David O. McKay was called to serve a mission in Scotland in 1897. He became very discouraged with his lack of convert baptisms. Combined with the brutal weather, he got very homesick. Discouraged, Elder McKay and his companion decided to go sightseeing. One day they spent several hours browsing around Stirling Castle. As … Continue reading Missionary Struggles Pt. 2 – David O. McKay →

Missionary Struggles Pt. 1 – Gordon B. Hinckley

"Sunday Sermon" Part 1 Several of the modern prophets and apostles struggled, and became discouraged, while serving missions in Britain. President David O. McKay became so discouraged and homesick in Scotland, that he and his companion spent much of their time sightseeing instead of proselyting. President Joseph Fielding Smith got so frustrated, he exclaimed, “Anyone … Continue reading Missionary Struggles Pt. 1 – Gordon B. Hinckley →

The World’s Most Precious Object

"Fun Facts Saturday" The Crown Jewels of England Those who watched the recent coronation of King Charles III got a glimpse of the most precious object in the world - the Imperial State Crown. This priceless object is part of the Crown Jewels of England, kept under incredible protection in the Tower of London. When … Continue reading The World’s Most Precious Object →