“Study” and “Learning” According to the Doctrine & Covenants

"Sunday Sermon" & "Great Quotes Studies conclude that the more education people receive, the less religious they become.  However, Latter-day Saints are the exception.  The more education they gain, the more faithful they are.  For Latter-day Saints, study and learning is a Divine commandment. All truth is circumscribed in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. … Continue reading “Study” and “Learning” According to the Doctrine & Covenants

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)

The First Church Miracle: Newel Knight and the Devil

"Sunday Sermon" The First Church Miracle Miracles and gifts of the Spirit permeate The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Every faithful member of the church can so testify. Shortly after the church was organized on April 6, 1830, Joseph Smith stayed in Colesville, preaching to the Knights and their friends. Newel Knight, son … Continue reading The First Church Miracle: Newel Knight and the Devil

2 Amazing Miracles of Healing: Alice Johnson & Philo Dibble

Miracles of healing are among the most common miracles experienced by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Importantly, such miracles foreshadow the greatest healing miracle -- the universal resurrection. Joseph Smith and the Healing of Alice Johnson (1831) In the summer of 1831, a Methodist preacher named Ezra Booth arrived in … Continue reading 2 Amazing Miracles of Healing: Alice Johnson & Philo Dibble

Theodore Roosevelt: Classic One-Liners and Fun Facts

"Great Quotes" "Faith on Friday" “Speak softly and carry a big stick.” “It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed.” “Believe you can and you're halfway there.” “The only man who never makes mistakes is the man who never does anything.” “To educate a person in the mind … Continue reading Theodore Roosevelt: Classic One-Liners and Fun Facts

Christ’s Grace Saves AND Changes Us. Analogy of the Piano Lessons – Brad Wilcox (Great Quotes)

"Faith on Friday" "Great Quotes" “Christ’s grace is sufficient to transform us.  Christ’s arrangement with us is similar to a mom providing music lessons for her child. Mom pays the piano teacher… Because Mom pays the debt in full, she can turn to her child and ask for something. What is it? Practice! “Does the … Continue reading Christ’s Grace Saves AND Changes Us. Analogy of the Piano Lessons – Brad Wilcox (Great Quotes)

Church Membership Growth. 1st Year, 15 Years, 193 Years

"Sunday Sermon" On April 6, 1830, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was officially organized with 6 members. Since then, the church has experienced miraculous growth. Church Membership First Year 1830 April 6, 1830 – 6 members -  officially organized in Fayette, New York May  – missionary efforts in Colesville, Fayette, and Palmyra … Continue reading Church Membership Growth. 1st Year, 15 Years, 193 Years

The Top Office Slang Terms in the UK and USA

“Fun Facts Saturday” Winston Churchill (or Oscar Wilde or George Bernard Shaw) observed: “The British and Americans are two people separated by a common language.” Here is an example: The UK’s Top 5 Office Slang Terms of 2024 Knackered Crack On  Dodgy  Faff Around Circle back America’s Top 5 Office Slang Terms of 2024 Circle … Continue reading The Top Office Slang Terms in the UK and USA

Salvation is Not Found in the Book of Mormon or Bible, but in Christ – Bruce R. McConkie (Great Quotes)

"Faith on Friday" “Salvation is not found in a book, any book, neither the Book of Mormon nor the Bible. Salvation is in Christ; it comes because of his atoning sacrifice. His is the only name given under heaven whereby man can be saved. Salvation comes by the grace of God, through the shedding of … Continue reading Salvation is Not Found in the Book of Mormon or Bible, but in Christ – Bruce R. McConkie (Great Quotes)

Power Corrupts – Joseph Smith (Great Quotes)

"Faith on Friday" “We have learned by sad experience that it is the nature and disposition of almost all men, as soon as they get a little authority as they suppose, they will immediately begin to exercise unrighteous dominion.“Hence, many are called, but few are chosen.”  -Joseph Smith (D&C 121:39-40) (“Power corrupts, and absolute power … Continue reading Power Corrupts – Joseph Smith (Great Quotes)