"Sunday Sermon" (These quotes are taken from sermons, letter, and modern scriptures. We sometimes forget that the quotes in the Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price are the words of Joseph Smith) Jesus Christ, The Savior and Redeemer The fundamental principles of our religion are the testimony of the Apostles … Continue reading Joseph Smith – Favorite Quotes
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“God is without body, parts, or passions.”
"Sunday Sermon" In the 1600s, Protestant denominations came up with a succinct definition of God, summarizing classical Christian creeds. “God is without body, parts, or passions.” (See: “The Westminster Confession of Faith” (1646) (Anglican, Presbyterians), “The London Baptist Confessions” (1644, 1689), “The Savory Declaration” (1658) (Congregationalist), “Anglican Thirty-Nine Articles of Religion” (1571)) This Doctrine of … Continue reading “God is without body, parts, or passions.”
Jesus Appears to Lorenzo Snow
"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
Educated People are Less Religious, Except Latter-day Saints
"Sunday Sermon" “The more education people get, the less religious they become.” This is the consistent conclusion of multiple studies of diverse populations and countries. This decreasing faith is especially pronounced in secularized countries (Northwestern Europe) where religion is looked down upon as a crutch for the ignorant and weak-minded. “Religion is the opium of … Continue reading Educated People are Less Religious, Except Latter-day Saints
“Consecration Means Giving Ourselves to God” — Neal A. Maxwell (Great Quotes)
"Faith on Friday" "Great Quotes" "In conclusion, the submission of one’s will is really the only uniquely personal thing we have to place on God’s altar. The many other things we “give,” are actually the things He has already given or loaned to us. However, when you and I finally submit ourselves, by letting our … Continue reading “Consecration Means Giving Ourselves to God” — Neal A. Maxwell (Great Quotes)
“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
Don’t Wait Until You Can No Longer Stand, to Bow Your Knee to Jesus– Neal Maxwell (Great Quotes)
"Faith on Friday" “If you sense that one day every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord, why not do so now? For in the coming of that collective confession, it will mean much less to kneel down when it is no longer possible to stand up!” (Neal … Continue reading Don’t Wait Until You Can No Longer Stand, to Bow Your Knee to Jesus– Neal Maxwell (Great Quotes)
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)
Against “Blind Obedience” – Brigham Young (Great Quote)
"Faith on Friday" "Great Quotes" “I am more afraid that this people have so much confidence in their leaders that they will not inquire for themselves of God whether they are led by him. “I am fearful they settle down in a state of blind self-security, trusting their eternal destiny in the hands of … Continue reading Against “Blind Obedience” – Brigham Young (Great Quote)
Emma’s Last Blessing – “The Desires of my Heart”
"Sunday Sermon" The Lord called Emma, "my daughter," and an "elect lady." (D&C 25:1-3)* According to tradition, just before Joseph Smith surrendered to Carthage, his wife Emma asked him for a blessing. The Prophet told her he didn’t have time just then to give her a blessing, but for her to write the best blessing … Continue reading Emma’s Last Blessing – “The Desires of my Heart”
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