Tag: Christ

“Examine Yourself” & “Consider Your Ways”– 4 Soul-Searching Questions from the Bible

"Sunday Sermon" "Know Thyself" The Bible counsels and commands: “examine yourselves” and “consider your ways.”  Likewise, Socrates proclaimed: “Know Thyself!”  He added, “the unexamined life is not worth living.” Lao Tzu also declared: “He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened.” “Examine Yourself” (1 Corinthians 11:28) “Let a man examine himself.” … Continue reading “Examine Yourself” & “Consider Your Ways”– 4 Soul-Searching Questions from the Bible →

5 things we can learn from our Christian cousins

Sunday Sermon Learning from each other We Latter-day Saints never claimed to have a monopoly on truth. There is much we can learn from our Christian cousins, and there is much they can learn from us. (See: "20 Distinctive Beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints," londonedition.net, Oct 3, 2021) We also … Continue reading 5 things we can learn from our Christian cousins →

Materialism and the Myth of the “Eye of the Needle” Gate

"Sunday Sermon" The Root Sin of Materialism Henry David Thoreau (1817-1861), American philosopher, and author of Walden Pond and Civil Disobedience, proclaimed: “For every thousand hacking at the branches of evil, there is one striking at the root.” One of the major “root sins” is materialism - “building treasures on earth,” “having our hearts set … Continue reading Materialism and the Myth of the “Eye of the Needle” Gate →

Jesus’ Disbelieving Family: “Even his own brothers didn’t believe him.” (John 7:5)

"Sunday Sermon" “Who is Jesus?” When Jesus preached and performed mighty miracles, public arguments erupted. “Who is this guy?” People were divided into 5 camps. Jesus is: A Devil/Possessed Insane/Megalomaniac A Good Moral Teacher A Prophet The Christ/Son of God Jesus’ brothers and sisters Mary, the mother of Jesus, had at least eight children.  Jesus’ … Continue reading Jesus’ Disbelieving Family: “Even his own brothers didn’t believe him.” (John 7:5) →

Parable of the Good Samaritan: The “Original” “Traditional” Interpretation from 233 A.D.

"Sunday Sermon" Nothing is as intellectually challenging and stimulating as the scriptures. The scriptures are like a precious diamond. Just as a diamond has many facets that reflect the light differently, the scriptures have multiple interpretations that reveal the truth. There is no single “right interpretation.” In a sermon in 233 AD, Origen of Alexandria* … Continue reading Parable of the Good Samaritan: The “Original” “Traditional” Interpretation from 233 A.D. →

“Original Sin” and Infant Baptism

"Sunday Sermon" Overview A. Foundational Fallacy: Children are born in sin, having inherited sin and guilt from the fall of Adam and Eve.  Therefore, they are at risk of eternal damnation from birth. B. Logical Extension #1: Since baptism is necessary for the remission of sins and for salvation, infants must be baptized or else … Continue reading “Original Sin” and Infant Baptism →

Words of the Prophet: Key Quotes from Russell M. Nelson

"Sunday Sermon" Russell M. Nelson was sustained and set apart as the 17th President of the Church on Sunday, January 14, 2018, in the upper room of the Salt Lake Temple. In the past 5 years, President Nelson has given inspired and inspiring counsel to the saints and the world. As the living Prophet, we must hear him and follow him, as he hears and … Continue reading Words of the Prophet: Key Quotes from Russell M. Nelson →

New Testament: Introduction and Overview

"Sunday Sermon" Last year, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints emphasized studying the Old Testament.  This year, the Church is emphasizing in-depth study of the New Testament. New Testament: The Most Important Book of Scripture            The New Testament is the most important canon of scripture because it contains the entire mortal ministry of … Continue reading New Testament: Introduction and Overview →

“Am I a True Disciple of Christ?”

“Sunday Sermon” True disciples of Jesus "love the Lord with all their heart, might, mind, and strength." His disciples manifest their love for Him by striving to keep His commandments. "If ye love me, keep my commandments." True disciples of Christ "love their neighbors as themselves." His disciples demonstrate their love for Him by loving … Continue reading “Am I a True Disciple of Christ?” →