Category Archives: Born Again

What Glory Am I Being Quickened By? A Self Assessment.

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Jared

My goal as a blogger is to write about those things that will help each of us draw nearer to the lord. The Lord has said, “draw near unto me and I will draw near unto you.” With that image … Continue reading →

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What Does it Mean to Be Baptized by Fire and the Holy Ghost? Part 3

Posted on August 1, 2010 by Jared

Click Here for the Table of Contents The prophet Joseph Smith taught that we progress in the principles of the gospel like climbing a ladder. He said: ”When you climb up a ladder, you must begin at the bottom, and ascend … Continue reading →

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What Does it Mean to be Baptized by Fire and the Holy Ghost? Part 2

Posted on July 24, 2010 by Jared

I asked two questions about king Benjamin’s people at the end of part one, “Was this their first experience with repentance?” and “Was this their first experience with the Holy Ghost?” I think the obvious answer is no. The people … 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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My Experience with Faith

Posted on May 10, 2009 by Jared

There are many ways our faith can be challenged: death of a loved one, health, sin (our own or someone else’s), unrequited love, church doctrine, the temple, conflict between science and faith, church history, and tension with church leaders, just … Continue reading →

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Begging for a Remission of Your Sins

Posted on July 19, 2008 by Jared

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 … Continue reading →

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Embracing Our Individual & Unique Gift of the Holy Ghost

Posted on March 29, 2008 by Jared

I’ve felt a desire to share some sacred experiences the Lord has given me. My whole purpose in sharing these experiences is to testify of Jesus Christ and the reality of the atonement. I hope by testifying of these things … Continue reading →

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