* Within the Walls Where We Live . . and Work . . and Walk
Richard L. Evans wrote: Sometimes in the give and take of life we find reason for much misunderstanding, and for anger and annoyance at others—and they at us. And such situations frequently lead to feelings of acute offense, and the closing up of hearts, and...Mercy cometh because of the Atonement. . .
From Tad R. Callister’s book ‘The Infinite Atonement’: The Atonement saves us all in the sense that we are all resurrected and return to God’s presence for judgment purposes without any effort on our part. It cannot, however, exalt us, unless...* Challenges and Conditions
From Fiona and Terryl Givens and their book ‘The God Who Weeps’: What challenges and conditions may come when we have passed into that undiscovered country, death, we cannot know. What we do know is that Jesus spoke in simple, hopeful terms about the...Drawing Closer to the Savior II
Continuing from yesterday’s post, instruction from Elder Neal A. Anderson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: Safeguard the Gift of the Holy Ghost Finally, my third thought: in this sacred quest, we treasure, protect, defend, and safeguard the gift of the Holy...Drawing Closer to the Savior
Drawing Closer to the Savior By Elder Neil L. Andersen of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles Seeking to know and love the Savior, we separate ourselves from the world through covenants with God, being distinct, uncommon, and special, without isolating ourselves from...* On Delegation and Discipleship
Continuing on a theme of July 13, 2021: From Terryl and Fiona Givens. . . However, a different question emerges when it is the action, not the person, that is imperfect. If a bishop makes a decision without inspiration, are we bound to sustain the decision? The story...Find Refuge from Fear III
Continuing from a previous post * Find Refuge from Fear II. . . . Amidst all the conditions of our day, “be not troubled.” I would like to share with you how to do this. I am struck by the emphasis on “stand in holy places.” Temples, homes,...* The Best Way to Teach
Under the title ‘Teacher Presentation Is Not Always the Best Way to Teach Not surprisingly, I don’t think those seminary students ever for a minute grieved my inability to deliver long lectures. I don’t imagine our children would grieve that loss...Repentance: And Idea Out of Style III
From a previous post, and Elder Neil L. Anderson’s book ‘The Divine Gift of Forgiveness’ . . .Isaiah said, “Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet and...
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I am married and we have 3 children and many grandchildren. Our children have chosen wisely in their careers and in marriage and I attribute much of their success, as they do, to a close relationship with Jesus Christ… Click for more.