"Sunday Sermon" Doctrine and Covenants 131:6 -- “It is impossible for a man to be saved in ignorance.” My Awful Misinterpretation When I first read this scripture as a youth, I thought it meant that "ignorant," “slow,” and “uneducated” people were doomed. I equated the three degrees of glory with the three college degrees. … Continue reading “It is Impossible for a Man to be Saved in Ignorance.” – D&C 131:6
We can, and should, learn from other religions “The great religious leaders of the world such as Muhammad, Confucius, and the Reformers, as well as philosophers including Socrates, Plato, and others, received a portion of God’s light. Moral truths were given to them by God to enlighten whole nations and to bring a higher … Continue reading Great Lessons from Other Religions – Symbol of the White Lotus
"Sunday Sermon" One of the most sacred and rare spiritual experiences is a personal visitation of the Lord. This is not to be confused with a "mere" dream, dream-vision, or vision. (See: previous article on dreams and visions). This is an actual visitation where the Lord is personally present. At least two dozen prophets, and others, … Continue reading Jesus Appears to Lorenzo Snow
"Sunday Sermon" The midterm elections are upon us. As citizens, we have the right, and the duty, to vote. The Lord has given us insights into selecting and supporting civic leaders and voting for political candidates. Doctrine and Covenants 98:9-10: Nevertheless, when the wicked rule, the people mourn. Wherefore, honest men [and women] and wise … Continue reading Vote for “Good” and “Wise” Leaders – D&C 98:9-10
"Fun Facts Saturday" "America's Humorist" Mark Twain is one of the great authentic American writers. He was a humorist who relied on exaggeration. He was an iconoclast who poked fun at religions, churches, scriptures, and well-established beliefs and practices. Mark Twain’s “Roughing It” is about his travels through the Wild West. He devoted five … Continue reading Mark Twain Takes On Brigham Young
"Sunday Sermon" Miracles of divine protection are very common among members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I have personally experienced and witnessed such miracles many times. George Albert Smith and the Night Storm Church President George Albert Smith was called on his first mission to the Southern States in 1892. He … Continue reading Divine Protection: George Albert Smith and Joseph F. Smith
"Fun Facts Saturday" 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 eastern United States. across the plains and mountains, to … Continue reading Brigham Young’s Brutal Wild West Humor
2018 January: Becomes the 17th President of the Church. April General Conference: Announces the ministering program (replacing home and visiting teaching). Announces 7 new temples . June: Begins a historic global ministry tour (visiting 8 countries in 11 days). October General Conference: Announces a 2-hour Sunday schedule (home-centered, Church-supported learning). Announces 12 new temples. 2019 … Continue reading Timeline of President Russell M. Nelson’s Key Accomplishments
"Sunday Sermon" The scriptures foretold the return of Elijah the prophet before the Second Coming. Malachi 4:5-6 Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord [Second Coming]: And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the … Continue reading Return of Elijah coincides with the Jewish Passover and Britain’s Vital Records Law (D&C 110)
"Fun Facts Saturday" Wilford Woodruff was a spiritual giant. He received more revelations, promptings, visions, and visitations that anyone in this dispensation with the exception of Joseph Smith. Once, he raised his wife from the dead. Wilford was also blessed with the miracle of divine protection dozens of times throughout his life. Alonzo L. Gaskill, … Continue reading Wilford Woodruff Saved by Dozens of Miracles of Divine Protection
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