Existence of God and the Rise of Atheism #2: Divine Miracles and Heavenly Blessings

"Sunday Afternoon Sermon" God is a God of Miracles Believers live in a world teeming with wonderous miracles.  Because of their faith they witness the innumerable miracles of nature and creation that surround them.  Because of their faith they receive countless miracles of healing, protection, preservation, and providence.  After all, "God is a God of … Continue reading Existence of God and the Rise of Atheism #2: Divine Miracles and Heavenly Blessings →

My Personal Experience with the Embarrassing Differences Between “British English” and “American English”

"Personal Experience" and "Fun Facts" "England and America are two countries separated by a common language" (British playwright George Bernard Shaw)  I Gave the British Congregation “The Bird” I quickly learned on my mission in England that there were differences between American English and British English. During my first talk in a sacrament meeting, I “flipped … Continue reading My Personal Experience with the Embarrassing Differences Between “British English” and “American English” →

Judges give harsher sentences after Daylight Saving Time change

"Court Case Friday" "Fun Facts" Researchers found that on “sleepy Monday,” the Monday after the Daylight Saving Time change, judges hand out longer sentences. I will try to remember that -- if I am not too sleepy.   “Researchers frequently use DST to study sleep deprivation in populations, as it's a period of time when … Continue reading Judges give harsher sentences after Daylight Saving Time change →

Existence of God and the Rise of Atheism Among LDS: #1 Introduction and Overview

"Sunday Afternoon Sermon" The Rise of Atheism Among Latter-day Saints Proselyting atheists have recently become celebrities by attacking religion and the belief in God.  They have appeared on television, radio, social media, and college campuses.  They have written popular articles and best-selling books.   They are articulate and persuasive.  Scores of LDS youths and young adults, … Continue reading Existence of God and the Rise of Atheism Among LDS: #1 Introduction and Overview →

My wife said our house dust comes from my dead skin cells!?

"Fun Facts" and "Personal Experiences" My wife tries to blame me for the dust in our house.  She said that household dust comes from my shedding dead skin. I didn’t believe her.  I blamed the dust on the nearby horse stables and hills. What a surprise to learn that my wife was right -- at … Continue reading My wife said our house dust comes from my dead skin cells!? →

Teenage Son and Joyriding Friends Sink Family Yacht

"Court Case Friday" There is no getting around the "law of the harvest." "We reap what we sow." There are always consequences. Whether we do what's right, or do what's wrong, the consequence will follow. Thus, it is better to "choose the right." Sometimes, the consequences of our actions can be very expensive. With his rich … Continue reading Teenage Son and Joyriding Friends Sink Family Yacht →

Tips for Talks and Lessons #13: Lifelong Study and Preparation

The best students of the gospel become the best teachers of the gospel I am sometimes asked, "Brother London, how long did it take you to prepare your talk?" I answer, "About 50 years." Powerful speaking and teaching requires lifelong ongoing study. We are commanded to engage in an ongoing lifelong study of the gospel … Continue reading Tips for Talks and Lessons #13: Lifelong Study and Preparation →

Is It Time to “Resurrect” the Cross as a Symbol of Our Christianity?

"Sunday Easter Sermon" The Cross is the universal symbol of Christianity The Cross has been, and continues to be, the universal symbol of Christianity. Yet, there are no crosses on LDS churches, and Latter-day Saints rarely wear crucifixes. We Latter-day Saints are often "reactionary."  We vigorously emphasize the differences between the restored gospel and traditional Christianity. … Continue reading Is It Time to “Resurrect” the Cross as a Symbol of Our Christianity? →

A Rookie Cop Loses Pubic Hair Rape Evidence

"Court Case Friday" "Confession is good for the soul." Twenty years ago, before he passed away, a criminal defense attorney “confessed” to me something that happened when he was a police officer decades earlier. When he was a rookie cop, he responded to the scene of a residential rape. It was the beginning of his shift. … Continue reading A Rookie Cop Loses Pubic Hair Rape Evidence →