1. “I can’t _______” As Latter-day Saints there are some things we shouldn’t eat, or do, or watch. But that’s the thing. We shouldn’t. It’s not that we can’t. We are choosing a higher path. Saying “I can’t drink alcohol but if I weren’t Mormon I totally would” shows little faith in the revelations God has…
A highlight of growing up is being able to move out of your parents’ house and become an independent young man or woman. You find an apartment, a decent job that will pay the bills and you make lifelong friends. As a rite of passage into adulthood many make adventurous trips either for leisure or to help those in need.…
I’m part of the Mormon stock that people joke about. You know, the kind who comes from polygamy decent, has 7 brothers and sisters, was born in the church, had 100% seminary attendance, and followed in the footsteps of his 4 older brothers who went on missions. One distinguishing fact about me is I’m not from Utah, but…
It’s worth more than Gold. Millions have claimed a claim so bold. This masterpiece written for our day. Witnesses of a living God if you’ll pray. Come look, and see What the Savior would want you to be. If like Parley P. Pratt, you’ll skip a meal. Then I promise you’ll feel. The Spirit of the Lord…
We’re used to being persecuted and attacked. Lies have been told about us ever since the beginning of the Restoration of the Gospel. But 184 years of misconceptions? This is long overdue so let’s put them to rest. Or at least try. There’s nothing that makes Latter-Day Saints more prone to roll their eyes than some…
For most of us, something deep down inside tells us there is a greater power. We sense there is something bigger than us. All that you have to do is look up at all the miraculous clusters of stars and galaxies. Look into the eyes of a baby. Look down into a microscope and watch as cells…
Chris·tian : a person who believes in the teachings of Jesus Christ Even Merriam-Webster gets it. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, also nicknamed the ‘Mormon Church’ has been attacked and persecuted since it was founded in 1830. Because its founder Joseph Smith claimed revelation from God the Father and Jesus…
Recently, my wife and I watched a show that delves into the “different”. This particular episode struck me as it portrayed the most pierced person in the world. Announcing she created over 8,000 holes in her body, my jaw dropped. I didn’t find myself judging or looking down upon her, but I felt sorry for her, actually. I wondered…
You’re not good enough. Satan attempts to deceive us through his lies to try to push us off the path back to God. A truth we must know is the Devil knows us. In addition, we must be aware that he uses lies mixed with truth to trick us. The devil knows us. The devil used to be our brother. …
Twice a year we have the privilege of listening to messages and counsel from the Prophet, Apostles, and other leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. In the Spring and Fall we’re reminded of what we ought to be doing and we’re encouraged by what we’re doing right. I made a list to better…
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