Wilford Woodruff Saved by Dozens of Miracles of Divine Protection

"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 →

The Book of Mormon Contains the “Fulness of the Gospel”

"Sunday Sermon" As we conclude our year-long study of the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants declares that the Book of Mormon contains “the fulness of the gospel.” (D&C 20:9) How can that be? The Book of Mormon does not contain many wonderful doctrines, like: Premortal council in heaven Degrees of glory Temple ordinances … Continue reading The Book of Mormon Contains the “Fulness of the Gospel” →

When Prophets have a “Death Wish” – Moses, Job, Jeremiah, Jonah, Elijah, Paul

"Sunday Sermon" Prophets are sometimes so crushed by the crucible of their callings that they become discouraged and depressed. They become so overwhelmed by the burdens of leadership that they develop a "death wish." They reach wit's end, and plead, with the Lord, “Just kill me!” 1. Moses - crushed by the burdens of leadership … Continue reading When Prophets have a “Death Wish” – Moses, Job, Jeremiah, Jonah, Elijah, Paul →

At Great Risk, John Adams Defended the Hated British Troops of the “Boston Massacre”

"Patriotic Wednesday" (Instead of reading this lengthy article, you may want to watch: “John Adams: Revolutionary and Founding Father,” by local Attorney/Criminal Law Specialist, Dyke Huish, August 6, 2015, on YouTube) John Adams John Adams was a giant among the Founding Fathers. He served on the steering committee with Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin that … Continue reading At Great Risk, John Adams Defended the Hated British Troops of the “Boston Massacre” →

“Because I could not stop for Death – He kindly stopped for me.” Poem by Emily Dickinson

“Poetic Wednesday” Emily Dickinson (1830-1886) is a major American poet. Sadly, only 10 of her 1,800 poems were published during her lifetime. Comically, “Hitchhiker’s Guide Through the Galaxy,” has a planet where the evil emperor tortures people into submission by reading them Emily Dickinson poetry. The two major themes of poets are love and death. … Continue reading “Because I could not stop for Death – He kindly stopped for me.” Poem by Emily Dickinson →

“How do I prosecute a food shoplifter, who is a poor Nazi death camp survivor?”

"Court Case Friday" As a young D.A. I was assigned to prosecute a unique shoplifting case. A poor elderly woman walked into a grocery store and stuffed dozens of canned goods into her coat and dress. She made no effort to conceal what she was doing. The bulges in her clothing were obvious. She left the … Continue reading “How do I prosecute a food shoplifter, who is a poor Nazi death camp survivor?” →

Blood and Agony – My Personal “Gethsemane” Analogy

"Sunday Sermon" In Honor of Easter A few years ago, as I sat in the restroom, I noticed a strong copper smell. When I stood up, I was shocked to see the bowl filled with bright red blood. I had a “colon bleed.” Since I was on blood thinners, I was losing a lot of … Continue reading Blood and Agony – My Personal “Gethsemane” Analogy →

Law Enforcement Asset Forfeiture – The Corrupting Downside

"Court Case Friday" and "Commentary" Asset Forfeiture Laws The illegal drug trade is massive. The value of the drug trade in the U.S. is over $300 billion each year. The international drug trade brings in about $36 trillion per year. Drug cartel leaders are billionaires. Asset forfeiture laws allow law enforcement to confiscate the homes, … Continue reading Law Enforcement Asset Forfeiture – The Corrupting Downside →

“How Do I Love Thee?” Sonnet 43. The most famous love poem, by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. “I shall love thee better after death.”

"Poetic Wednesday" Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861) is an English poet of the Victorian era who was very popular in both Britain and America during her lifetime. Sonnet 43 is the most famous love poem ever written. Who hasn’t heard the beginning lines: “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.” However, I find … Continue reading “How Do I Love Thee?” Sonnet 43. The most famous love poem, by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. “I shall love thee better after death.” →

Death Certificates: The Law of the Harvest and the Law of Consequences

"Court Case Friday" I have spent my careers, as a criminal prosecutor and criminal law judge, imposing legal consequences. Frequently, the natural consequences are far worse than the legal consequences. The Law of the Harvest, "you reap what you sow," is also the Law of Consequences. One of my assignments has been to dismiss criminal … Continue reading Death Certificates: The Law of the Harvest and the Law of Consequences →