Author Archives: Jared

About Jared

Thanks for coming by. The primary reason I write this blog is to increase awareness and understanding about the doctrine of Christ as taught in the Book of Mormon. Click here to read about, "My Experience with the Savior" to understand my reasons for doing a blog.

Friday Quiz: The Purpose of the Atonement

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Jared

Please answer the following, one question quiz, before reading the rest of the post. Let me illustrate what I mean: If the Lord, at this moment, forgave you of all your sins—you would be guiltless. The scriptures refer to this … Continue reading →

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Friday Quiz: It Is By Grace That We Are Saved, After All We Can Do

Posted on February 18, 2010 by Jared

This quiz has three question with answers you may agree or disagree with. The questions and answers to this quiz were adapted from a book, “The Continuous Atonement”, by Brad Wilcox. After viewing the quiz please leave a comment with … Continue reading →

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Worthiness is a Process (the gospel is here to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable)

Posted on February 13, 2010 by Jared

Worthiness is a word that is used often in Mormon circles. For example, worthiness interviews are conducted in every stake, ward, and branch in the church.  The purpose is to determine if an individual is worthy to: 1.  Obtain a … Continue reading →

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Friday Quiz: Does the Book of Mormon support the Biblical account of the flood?

Posted on February 12, 2010 by Jared
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Friday Quiz: Basic Gospel Doctrine Question (I’ll bet you’ll be surprised by the answer)

Posted on February 5, 2010 by Jared

How many of the following words are synonymous with repentance? Suffering Punishment Confession Remorse Sorrow

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Listening, Two Way Prayer–For the Intellectual Mormon Too

Posted on January 31, 2010 by Jared

On the way to have my car oil changed the other day, and being in a hurry, without really looking, I reached for a book to pass the time. I took it off of a book shelf where my wife … Continue reading →

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Friday Quiz: Book of Mormon Question–Men Who Would Be Kings

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Jared
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Following the Savior at a Distance, or Up Close

Posted on January 23, 2010 by Jared

As members of the church we can follow the Savior at a distance, or up close, the choice is ours. The scriptures provide examples of those who are close to the Lord, as well as those who follow Him, but … Continue reading →

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Friday Quiz:Book of Mormon Question–A Question Of Time

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Jared
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Are God’s Promises Being Realized in Your Life?

Posted on January 16, 2010 by Jared

The scriptures contain many promises. Consider the following short list: 1.  The Lord answers prayers—3 Nephi 18:20 2.  Keeping the commandments brings happiness—Mosiah 2:41 3.  Supported in trials and troubles—Alma 36:3 4.  Gift of the Holy Ghost—2 Nephi 31:13 Life … Continue reading →

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