"Sunday Sermon" Doctrine and Covenants 131:6 -- “It is impossible for a man to be saved in ignorance.” My Awful Misinterpretation When I first read this scripture as a youth, I thought it meant that "ignorant," “slow,” and “uneducated” people were doomed. I equated the three degrees of glory with the three college degrees. … Continue reading “It is Impossible for a Man to be Saved in Ignorance.” – D&C 131:6
"Court Case Friday" Motorcycle traffic officers have a reputation for strict, “no tolerance” enforcement. They also develop “thick skins” because angry drivers are constantly arguing with them. They calmly respond, “Tell it to the judge.” However, “no tolerance” sometimes means “no judgment.” “Robocop” There was a very intense Huntington Beach motor officer who was in … Continue reading Motorcycle Officers Can Be Rigid
"Sunday Sermon" When I am "arraigned" at the Final Judgment, I will enter a plea of “guilty.” I willingly, and publicly, confess that I am a sinner. However, I will immediately beg for a full pardon. I will say: “Pardon me." Or, "I beg your pardon.” I will not seek commutation. To "commute” merely reduces … Continue reading My Plea at the Final Judgment: “Guilty” and “I Beg Your Pardon”
Police Violence and the Rush to Judgment We need to be cautious about rushing to judgment. This is especially true when it involves either a criminal suspect or a police officer. I know a detective who had a very traumatic confrontation was he was a young officer. He was on routine patrol in his black-and-white … Continue reading “Cop Murders Suspect”
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