"Sunday Sermon" In the Doctrine and Covenants the Lord counseled, “practice virtue and holiness before me” (D&C 38:24) He didn’t say "be virtuous." Nor did He say "be holy." He said to “practice” being virtuous and holy. The Lord has challenged us to “be perfect.” (Matt 5:25; 3 Ne 5:28) “Perfect” in the scriptures means “complete,” “finished,” or … Continue reading “Practice” Virtue and Holiness (D&C 38:24)
"Fun Facts Saturday" George Bernard Shaw (or Winston Churchill or Oscar Wilde) observed: “The British and Americans are two people separated by a common language.” While on my mission in England and Wales, “uneducated” American missionaries, who did not know the language differences, sometimes created embarrassment. After riding our bikes through the rain, one of … Continue reading American English vs British English
"Faith on Friday" "Great Quotes" “I am more afraid that this people have so much confidence in their leaders that they will not inquire for themselves of God whether they are led by him. “I am fearful they settle down in a state of blind self-security, trusting their eternal destiny in the hands of … Continue reading Against “Blind Obedience” – Brigham Young (Great Quote)
"Sunday Sermon" A Literal Bubble-Popper I knew a person in high school got the dream summer job. He was hired to work at the Mattel toy factory. On his first day, they sat him on a tall stool next to a conveyor belt. Freshly painted and baked doll heads came out of the oven. His job … Continue reading Beware: Bubble-Poppers, Nitpickers, and Trolls
“Fun Facts Saturday” "Taxes Are Forever" April 15th is America's "Tax Day." Benjamin Franklin declared, “Nothing is certain except death and taxes.” Ronald Reagan observed, “The government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops … Continue reading Tax Day (April 15th): A Brief History of Dodging Taxes From the 1600s to Today
"Faith on Friday" & "Great Quotes" If our thoughts are the product of accidents, how can we trust them? “If the solar system was brought about by an accidental collision, then the appearance of organic life on this planet was also an accident, and the whole evolution of man was an accident too. “If … Continue reading Our Existence: Purpose or Accident? – C.S. Lewis & Marcus Aurelius (Great Quotes)
"Sunday Sermon" The Lord called Emma, "my daughter," and an "elect lady." (D&C 25:1-3)* According to tradition, just before Joseph Smith surrendered to Carthage, his wife Emma asked him for a blessing. The Prophet told her he didn’t have time just then to give her a blessing, but for her to write the best blessing … Continue reading Emma’s Last Blessing – “The Desires of my Heart”
"Fun Facts Saturday" “THESE ARE ACTUAL COMPLAINTS RECEIVED BY "THOMAS COOK VACATIONS" FROM DISSATISFIED CUSTOMERS” (Allegedly) 1. "They should not allow topless sunbathing on the beach. It was very distracting for my husband who just wanted to relax."2. "On my holiday to Goa in India, I was disgusted to find that almost every restaurant served … Continue reading Absurd and Amusing Traveler Complaints
"Great Quotes" & "Faith on Friday" “Official church doctrine” is proclaimed publicly and unitedly by the living apostles and prophets. This ensures clarity and unity, and eliminates confusion and contention. “A few question their faith when they find a statement made by a Church leader decades ago that seems incongruent with our doctrine. “There … Continue reading What is “official doctrine” of the church? – Neil L. Andersen (Quote for General Conference)
"Faith on Friday" “A prophet does not stand between you and the Savior. Rather, he stands beside you and points the way to the Savior.” - Neil L. Anderson (“Wounded,” Gen Conf Oct 2018) Life and Legacy Birth. Neil Linden Andersen was born August 9, 1951, in Logan, Utah. Childhood. Raised in Pocatello, Idaho, on … Continue reading “A prophet does not stand between you and the Savior” – Neil L. Andersen (Quote for General Conference)
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