When to rely upon the Lord and when to rely upon our own judgment

"Sunday Sermon" The Exhausted Bishop I once commented to a bishop that he looked “exhausted.” He explained: “I got a call in the middle of the night from a couple in the ward whose car had broken down. They had spent the day looking for new cars, and they wanted to know whether they should … Continue reading When to rely upon the Lord and when to rely upon our own judgment →

A Dog’s Supreme Act of Loyalty Inspired the Nation (Greyfriars Bobby)

Greyfriars Church, Edinburgh, Scotland In the Scottish capital of Edinburgh, not far from the towering castle, is the small ancient Greyfriars Church. Outside the entrance to the walled courtyard of the church is a unique monument. The monument is a rock and black iron pedestal. Unlike the towering monuments so typical of Britain, this pedestal … Continue reading A Dog’s Supreme Act of Loyalty Inspired the Nation (Greyfriars Bobby) →

Amazing Facts About the Dreaded Mosquito

"Fun Facts Saturday" Mosquito Head Magnified Summer is mosquito season! I hate mosquitoes! I’m allergic to them, and several bites make me physically ill. In giving “variety to the face of the earth,” God, in "His" wisdom, created mosquitoes. Obviously, "His thoughts are not my thoughts." (Is. 55:8-9) While on the outside, a mosquito seems … Continue reading Amazing Facts About the Dreaded Mosquito →

Be kind to imperfect people – Jeffrey R. Holland (Great Quotes)

"Faith on Friday" "Great Quotes" Be kind regarding human frailty—your own as well as that of those who serve with you … Imperfect people are all God has ever had to work with. That must be terribly frustrating to Him, but He deals with it. So should we. – Jeffrey R. Holland (“Lord, I Believe,” … Continue reading Be kind to imperfect people – Jeffrey R. Holland (Great Quotes) →

Robert the Bruce: Famous Bannockburn Speech

"World History" On the grassy plains outside Stirling, Scotland is the famous Bannockburn Memorial. It was here, on June 24, 1314, that Robert the Bruce, King of Scots, confronted the forces of King Edward II of England in the landmark battle for Scottish independence. The English had about 25,000 in their infantry. They also … Continue reading Robert the Bruce: Famous Bannockburn Speech →

The Spiritual Poison of Pride – David A. Bednar (Great Quotes)

"Faith on Friday" "Ancient voices from the dust plead with us today to learn this everlasting lesson: prosperity, possessions, and ease constitute a potent mixture that can lead even the righteous to drink the spiritual poison of pride. "Allowing pride to enter into our hearts can cause us to mock that which is sacred; disbelieve in the … Continue reading The Spiritual Poison of Pride – David A. Bednar (Great Quotes) →

A testimony will crumble unless nourished through daily worship and gospel study – Russell M. Nelson (Great Quotes)

"Faith on Friday" "With frightening speed, a testimony that is not nourished daily “by the good word of God” can crumble. Thus, the antidote to Satan’s scheme is clear: we need daily experiences worshiping the Lord and studying His gospel. I plead with you to let God prevail in your life. Give Him a fair share … Continue reading A testimony will crumble unless nourished through daily worship and gospel study – Russell M. Nelson (Great Quotes) →

Contention and peacemaking are your choice – Russell M. Nelson (Great Quotes)

"Faith on Friday" Contention drives away the Spirit—every time. Contention reinforces the false notion that confrontation is the way to resolve differences; but it never is. Contention is a choice. Peacemaking is a choice. You have your agency to choose contention or reconciliation. I urge you to choose to be a peacemaker, now and always…. Today I … Continue reading Contention and peacemaking are your choice – Russell M. Nelson (Great Quotes) →

Defending the rights of others – Pastor Martin Niemoller (Great Quotes)

(Faith on Friday) First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a socialist. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a trade unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out— Because … Continue reading Defending the rights of others – Pastor Martin Niemoller (Great Quotes) →

The “Failed” Lamanite Mission (1830)

"Sunday Sermon" The Mission Call In the fall of 1830, just months after the church was organized, the Prophet Joseph Smith received revelations calling Oliver Cowdery, Parley Pratt, Peter Whitmer Jr., and Ziba Peterson to serve a mission among the Lamanites. Their objective was to share the gospel of Jesus Christ as contained in the … Continue reading The “Failed” Lamanite Mission (1830) →