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Tag Archives: Jesus Christ
“Go” is enough
Jesus created the universe by the word of his power. “Let there be…” (Genesis 1:3). Effortless, raw power. Jesus sustains the universe by the word of his power. “He upholds the universe by the word of his power.” (Hebrews 1:3) … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Friendship, Interaction, and Evangelism, Jesus Christ
Tagged Evangelism, Jesus Christ
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Did the Sun Rise?
The wind blew on Friday and snuffed the lamp out. The wind blew. The earth shook. Darkness settled down like a heavy, suffocating pall. Wailing and mourning and oppressive grief filled every fold. Go home. Light the fire. Think of … Continue reading
The Dying Christ
As we approach Good Friday, the Cross of Christ is on our hearts and minds. The cross, the great symbol of the Christian faith — the symbol of our hope and assurance — is not embraced by all as an … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Jesus Christ, LDS Church, Mormon Culture
Tagged Cross, crucifixion, Good Friday, Jesus Christ
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“Some people think truth is more important than loyalty to a tradition.”
About a year ago news headlines announced that vast numbers of Mormons were leaving the Mormon Church. While that is perhaps considered old news today, for Mormons who are struggling with their faith it is very relevant. This 9-minute video, … Continue reading
Posted in Truth, Honesty, Prayer, and Inquiry
Tagged Church growth, Evangelism, Faith, Grace, Jesus Christ, Salvation
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What Kind of Gift?
The Gift All the hustle and bustle of the anticipated Holiday is quickly closing nigh, And many frazzled shoppers can at last let out a collective great big sigh, Their present-buying is done and all the cards are finally addressed, … Continue reading
Joseph Smith vs Jesus Christ
Joseph ordained with hands, but Jesus authorized by his words. Joseph tampered with God’s word, but Jesus preserved God’s word. Joseph boasted over his church, but Jesus died for his church. Joseph re-introduced the Aaronic priesthood, but Jesus rendered it … Continue reading
Mormonism and Behavior
The Heidelberg Catechism was first published in 1563. Described as “a comforting, practical summary of the [Christian] faith,” the catechism has been used for nearly 450 years to teach and summarize biblical doctrines. Ligonier Ministries’ daily devotional, Tabletalk, is basing … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Gospel, Salvation, Truth, Honesty, Prayer, and Inquiry
Tagged Creeds, Jesus Christ, orthodoxy, orthorpraxy
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Brigham Young’s Kings of Kings
In the spring of 1863 Mormonism’s prophet Brigham Young taught, “Though we are in the world, yet we should be as perfect as mortals are required to be. We are not required in our sphere to be as perfect as … Continue reading
Mormon Temples: One Way
Thomas S. Monson, the current LDS president and prophet, has a Facebook page. Well, actually, a Thomas Monson Facebook page exists, but it is “not an Official church Facebook page.” The page describes itself as, “Quotes and talks from Thomas … Continue reading
Posted in Mormon Temple, Salvation
Tagged Jesus Christ, Salvation, Temples, Thomas S. Monson
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Mormons Want People to Ask Questions
In an article published last week in The Tennessean (31 October 2011), the journalist interviewed Latter-day Saint Emily Halverson. Emily told the reporter that in middle Tennessee, far outside the so-called Book of Mormon Belt, people are curious about Mormons … Continue reading
Posted in Jesus Christ, Prophets, Truth, Honesty, Prayer, and Inquiry
Tagged Jesus Christ, Prophets, Questions
107 Comments