Comments on: A Question for the Bloggernacle: Where’s the Beef?

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:42:27 +0000

Interesting as I probe some of the comments made here. I am not sure of the meaning that people choose to give the word scripture. To me, scripture isn’t merely words, or notable quotes. Scripture doesn’t even have to be written down, to be scripture. Nor does the full import of scripture necessarily need to be known at the time one speaks it. Scripture as I have learned it to mean, is what is inspired by the Holy Ghost and is the word of God, the will of God, the mind of God. In that light, when would it (scripture) not be appropriate to represent or illuminate a logical discussion point? Except in cases where the spirit of contention is manifest, which means the Holy Ghost may depart from you and leave you in your own logic.

By: Jared

Jared — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:55:09 +0000

Mike–

Thanks for your comment regarding what happened on Ardis’s blog last night. Your words really hit home and have great meaning to me.

By: Mike

Mike — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 03:41:09 +0000

It is more crucial to listen to what has actually been said in a post. More often than not, there is some hidden communication going on – (or not going on) – misunderstandings can arise with greater rapidity when typed in short staccato blurbs here and there rather than in a face to face verbal conversation where tone of voice, demeanor, inflection, and such make all the difference between a jovial interchange, and a situation where mistrust and paranoia can flourish. Personal interaction can quickly clear up a perceived difference, but in the quick soundbite blogging world, things can spiral out of control with the tap of a key.

By: Jared

Jared — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:28:53 +0000

Hi MadChemist–

I hope it works out for the best.

The link for “check it out” isn’t working.

By: MadChemist

MadChemist — Sun, 31 May 2009 21:19:05 +0000

Hi Jared,
I am trying to take your advice to include more scripture in my blog posts.

check it out.

By: Jared

Jared — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:46:51 +0000

Andrew S.–

When I read the first few words of your comment (Who do we want to keep in the church?) I thought you were referring to a pet of some kind. Then I realized you had me in mind.

Then when I read your post, I felt like a dangerous man when you said: “…stay out of his path.”

I guess I’m not on your list of favorite Bloggernacle personalities. What can I say more?

Update: Andrew, I read part of your blog and would like you to know I don’t believe in atheist. By the way, you appear to be a talented writer. What got you interested in accounting?

By: Jared

Jared — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:35:12 +0000

Wm Morris–

As I tried to point out in my post, my emphasis on using scriptures in the Bloggernacle is fueled by there glaring lack of use. I’m not advocating going to the other extreme.

By: Who do we want to keep in the church? « Irresistible (Dis)Grace

Who do we want to keep in the church? « Irresistible (Dis)Grace — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:20:33 +0000

[...] bless his heart, is so predictable (but this is a good thing; consistency is good [notice how his comments use scriptures, just like he wanted].) His answer is: the churn seen throughout the churches is not due to the failings of churches [...]

By: Wm Morris

Wm Morris — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 03:22:04 +0000

Do the whisperings of the Holy Ghost when translated into public expression always have to include scriptural citation? Or even have to include it the majority of the time when using the medium of blogging?

By: Jared

Jared — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 02:44:46 +0000

Bradley and NoCoolName Tom–

Good thoughts. I agree with you with following remarks:

I’ve found that the solution to the problem of scriptural understanding comes by the Spirit. Now I know some people will role their eyes at this explanation, but that is the only way LDS can come to unity of faith. Experience teaches powerfully what Joseph Smith said as, quoted by Bradley above, is true. This is demonstrated by the presence 1000+ Christian churches based on the Bible.

LDS have apostles and prophets, the are responsible to keep the doctrine of the church “pure”. Additionally, LDS are promised the gift of the Holy Ghost, if we”ll diligently seek for it. Therein lies the problem and solution: how many are really hungering and thirsting for the gift of the Holy Ghost?

I feel we need to focus on the Doctrine of Christ and earnestly seek to fulfill our baptismal covenant and acquire the gift of the Holy Ghost. With it we have everything, and without it, we are just members of another church.