Begging for a Remission of Your Sins

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Have you begged the Lord for a remission of your sins?

First, a definition of the word “beg” may be helpful to set aside any emotional response we may have to the word. Some among us may feel offended by this word thinking that God would never require His sons and daughters, the [...]

My Heart Burns Within Me When I Read These Words

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1 O THAT I were an angel, and could have the wish of mine heart, that I might go forth and speak with the trump of God, with a voice to shake the earth, and cry repentance unto every people!
2 Yea, I would declare unto every soul, as with the voice of thunder, repentance and [...]

Counseling God, Following Blindly, or Counseling with God

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The title of this post outlines three ways we can approach the Lord as we deal with the various issues of life. I’ve experienced all three ways of dealing with the Lord at different times in my church life. At times I have sought to counsel Him, at other times I have followed church [...]

An Angel or a God, What’s it Going to Be Bro?

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The prophet Joseph Smith taught:
In the resurrection, some are raised to be angels, others are raised to become Gods. (Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p. 312).

The difference between an angel and a God is explained, in part, in this verse of scripture:

…[some] are appointed angels in heaven, which angels are ministering servants, [...]

Are You in Tune with the Spirit? Three Ways to Verify Your Sources

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The scripture teach that we are all influenced by “the Spirit/spirit”, but which one? Maybe this should be called the dichotomy of the spirit. Here is an example from the scriptures:

…the Spirit of the LORD departed from Saul, and an evil spirit which was not of the LORD troubled him. 1 Samuel 16:14 JST

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Blown Away by Church History? Get Real!

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I remember the first time I learned some of the challenging aspects of church history. The massacre at Mountain Meadows, details of polygamy, multiple accounts of the first vision, and etc. I felt doubt stirring in my mind and heart. It was painful, but short lived.[1]

On reflection, I now realize I assumed the [...]

One Part Faith, Seven Parts Doubt-A Recipe to Reduce Faith and Maintain Doubt

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The ratio of faith to doubt is what I have on my mind as I write. Faith and doubt are topics that make up much of what is written in the Bloggernacle. I got to thinking the other day about the ratio of post and comments in the Bloggernacle that feed our faith and/or [...]

The Lord Seeth Fit to Try His People’s Faith

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The following account is from the life of Elder Gene R. Cook. Before being called as a General Authority the Cook’s had their patience and faith tired. This account shows how the Lord deals with His people, how He trieth their faith and then rewards them according to their faithfulness.

…the Lord seeth fit to chasten [...]

What is a Spiritual Experience? Have You Experienced One?

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Latter Day Saints talk about Spiritual Experiences. I’m going to attempt to define what constitutes an experience with the Spirit. My source material will be the scriptures, the living Prophets, and my own experience.

I think the most basic concept we need to understand is that we are the children of God and [...]

Would You Help with a Research Project?

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I am gathering sources where LDS church leaders have shared Spiritual experiences. I would greatly appreciate it if you would provide a link or a copy of such material. This would include talks you’ve heard in local meetings, in general conference, as well as those you know about from other sources, those found in [...]