"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)
"Great Quotes" &"Faith on Friday" "What the Presidency say as a Presidency is what the Lord would say if he were here, and it is scripture. It should be studied, understood, and followed, even as the revelations in the Doctrine and Covenants and other scriptures. "Those who follow this course will not interpret what they … Continue reading “What the First Presidency Say is Scripture” – Marion G. Romney (Quote for General Conference)
"Great Quotes" & Faith on Friday" "We must learn to give heed to the words and commandments that the Lord shall give through his prophets "as if from mine own mouth, in all patience and faith." (D&C 21:4-5) "There will be some things that take patience and faith. You may not like what comes from … Continue reading “We Must Follow the Prophets in all Patience and Faith” – Harold B. Lee (Quote for General Conference)
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