Monthly Archives: January 2007

Not the Christ of Whom I Speak

Posted on January 31, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

The Associated Press reported Tuesday on Mitt Romney’s visit to South Carolina, a “Bible Belt state” where “a few Republicans expressed deep reservations about backing a Mormon.” Mr. Romney isn’t really concerned about that, believing people recognize they will be … Continue reading →

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Are Christians More Concerned About Doctrine Than Obedience?

Posted on January 29, 2007 by Aaron Shafovaloff

A friend once said, “I think LDS see us this way though – more concerned about right belief than right living.” First, let me make clear that in the common Mormon mind, the alternative to this is being more concerned … Continue reading →

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Earnest People of Faith

Posted on January 25, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

by Sharon Deseret Morning News journalist Jerry Johnston recently devoted his column to supporting LDS presidential hopeful Mitt Romney with “Be willing to vote for a believer.” The gist of the article was a challenge to those of the “Religious … Continue reading →

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Choose Life, Choose Truth

Posted on January 22, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

Today, January 22nd, 2007, marks the 34th anniversary of the legalization of abortion in the United States. Forty million unborn babies have been legally killed in this nation since that tragic ruling.My father is in favor of legalized abortion, citing … Continue reading →

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Prophet Counsels Against Being “Unequally Yoked”

Posted on January 19, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

During the Priesthood Session of last September/October’s General Conference, LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley spoke to the men and boys of the Church, urging them to be worthy of the LDS priesthood. President Hinckley instructed them to shun unclean thoughts, … Continue reading →

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Utah’s Rich Beer-Making History

Posted on January 17, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

by Sharon The Salt Lake Tribune published a lighthearted article yesterday: “Beehive State Brew”. In it, journalist Kathy Stephenson takes a look at the history of beer in Utah. She writes, [Tourists to Utah] likely have heard plenty of tales … Continue reading →

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Put Away Childish Things

Posted on January 15, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

by Sharon Last week Jeannie Berg posted an article on Blue Oregon: “Gordon Smith on Iraq — Did the Elders Make Him Do It?” Ms. Berg questioned the recent about-face of Oregon Senator Gordon Smith regarding his position on the … Continue reading →

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Mormonism Now and Then

Posted on January 12, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

There’s almost nothing in the news these days about Mormonism that isn’t primarily about Mitt Romney. But usually buried somewhere in these articles is at least a short statement about the religion Mr. Romney embraces. This week an article appeared … Continue reading →

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Three Passages That Should Impact Christian Evangelism and Public Dialog

Posted on January 10, 2007 by Aaron Shafovaloff

Titus 2:15: Declare these things; exhort and rebuke with all authority. An ambassador for Christ should deliver the word of God with authority. The impression should be given that what is being communicated in scripture1 is ultimately God’s perspective, and … Continue reading →

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All-Purpose LDS Missionaries

Posted on January 8, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

by Sharon The Jackson Hole [Wyoming] Star Tribune reported Sunday that non-Mormon students at Brigham Young University believe they are at a disadvantage when it comes to the required Book of Mormon courses. Ninety-eight percent of the school’s students are … Continue reading →

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