As members of The Church of Latter Day Saints, we are so blessed. Although sometimes I am concerned that we might not fully realize or understand what we have. The fullness of the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Priesthood, Eternal Marriages, living Prophets and Apostles to teach us Gods will for his people in [...]
I suppose that it is important that the Lord spend time sorting through his people. Providing means that he might separate the weeds from the rest. Even the people of God are given trials, and tested to see who truly is a disciple. The righteous and honest in heart will stay while those who are [...]
As I read in the scriptures I learn about the reign of good and wicked kings. Men that rule a nation of people. And not being a big fan of politics, I wonder if we, although in a democracy really have a different type of ruler. We elect a man to be our President, expecting [...]
Lesson for April 19 2009 Reading assignment: Doctrine and Covenants 42:30–42; 51; 78; 82; 104:11–18; Our Heritage,page 26. In February 1831, soon after the Saints began to gather in Kirtland, Ohio, the Lord revealed that they should begin to live the law of consecration. To consecrate means to set apart or dedicate something to the [...]
It is an interesting concept, that the Lord will test his people. That he will allow things to come upon us to test our faith and to test our patience. In Mosiah 23:21 it is said about the Lord referring to the people of Alma, who by the way were at this time very faithful [...]
I can do this, I don’t need your help. There is no reason to why I cant just do this by myself…Does this at all sound familiar? Has there ever been a time in your life when you have said these very words or felt this way? Confident and sure that you can do it, [...]
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As I was reading in the scriptures today, it occurred to me, the word ‘understand’ appears very often. Along with the other words that are used for the same purpose or meaning, such as; understanding, communication, comprehend, know, knowledge, learn, perceive, and wisdom. An important word, one that should be applied. It is not merely [...]
In my resent study of the scriptures I have been reading in the Book of Mormon. Specifically, I have been reading the book of Mosiah, and in the 2nd chapter and 2nd verse it reads, “And behold, all that he requires of you is to keep his commandments; and he has promised you that if [...]
By President Henry B. Eyring First Counselor in the First Presidency Listen to this message There has been a war between light and darkness, between good and evil, since before the world was created. The battle still rages, and the casualties seem to be increasing. All of us have family members we love who are [...]
