Category Archives: Salvation

Obedience/Personal Worthiness Familiar Conference Themes

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

As we head toward the October General Conference coming up, here’s a quick look at a few teachings from the last General Conference (April 2010) as found in the May 2010 issue of the Ensign magazine. “Qualifying for the Lord’s … Continue reading →

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Condemning Unbelievers

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

Upon hearing the Christian Gospel message, people are sometimes offended at the idea that everyone, themselves included, are sinners. The fact that the Bible is the source for this designation (Romans 3:23) doesn’t usually hinder a quick accusation that the … Continue reading →

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The Priesthood of Joseph Smith

Posted on August 5, 2010 by setfree

LDS History of the Church Vol. 4 (pp 571-81) includes an editorial Joseph Smith, Jr. submitted to the Times and Seasons newspaper. “Try the Spirits” was written in response to “occurrences that [had] transpired amongst” his congregation. In the article, … Continue reading →

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LDS Priesthood Blessings Influenced by “Mortal Imperfections”

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

At the April 2010 General Conference of the LDS Church, Apostle Dallin Oaks spoke about Mormonism’s priesthood power and how it should be used to heal the sick. “There are five parts to the use of priesthood authority to bless … Continue reading →

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What is grace?

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

A recent visitor to Mormon Coffee asked if the Mormons here could help him/her understand the LDS doctrine of grace. The visitor wondered, “Where [in Mormonism] is the idea of grace being unmerited favor?” This got me to thinking about … Continue reading →

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Catholic and Mormon

Posted on May 6, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

The Paragould Daily Press in Paragould, Arkansas recently published a short Guest Column written by a Mormon/Catholic man from Texas. Interestingly, James Marples wrote: “I was baptized Roman Catholic as an infant. However, I didn’t ‘convert’ to Mormonism as such. … Continue reading →

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Without the Priesthood

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

A week ago at church the pastor preached on Mark 1:21-22, on Jesus’ authority. We learn at the very beginning of Mark’s gospel that Jesus used His authority to teach in an astonishing way (Mark 1:22). He cast out demons … Continue reading →

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Gospel Questions

Posted on April 19, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

This may seem like a silly question, but can anyone tell me what comprises “the Gospel” according to Mormonism? I ask because I recently came across a video on You Tube titled “Sharing the Gospel with Elder Hartman Rector Jr., … Continue reading →

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Flawless Righteousness

Posted on April 6, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

The April issue of Ensign magazine (pages 38-42) includes an article by LDS Seventy (First Quorum) Richard J. Maynes. “The Eternal Importance of Honesty” is itself a breath of fresh air in its own honesty. The article clearly reflects traditional … Continue reading →

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Source of Truth

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Sharon Lindbloom

The African Ex-Mormon Foundation recently published an article in The Inquirer Online newspaper (Liberia, West Africa). Seeking to address the question, “Is Mormonism The Same As Biblical Christianity?,” the article forms an interesting argument: “The most important issue with any … Continue reading →

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