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 [...]
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, [...]
As I’ve cruised the Bloggernacle over the last eight months, I’ve been impressed by those who write and comment in the various blogs. Most are faithful, testimony bearing Latter Day Saints, who have done much to build up the Kingdom.
Nearly all Bloggernaclist have had their faith challenged to one degree or another by an [...]
Forgiveness of your sins is possible because of the atonement of Jesus Christ. The scripture teach that in order to obtain this gift of the atonement you must make changes in your life. Whatever it is that you’re doing or have done that constitutes sin needs to be addressed. Some sins are easily dealt with, [...]
When I contemplate all that I have been given by the Lord and then reflect on what I am doing with it, I have to confess I am concerned for my eternal well-being. Something I read the other day heightened this concern. In a conference talk given by Marion G. Romney about the requirements of [...]
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 others will be strengthened spiritually and will be motivated to follow the Savior with full [...]
The name of this site is, “LDS Alive in Christ”. Those who follow Christ become alive in Christ when they receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. In order to be eligible to receive the gift of the Holy Ghost one must be baptized by one having authority. Prior to baptism and certainly after baptism [...]
Before reading this classic talk take a moment and review the following questions and answer them before reading on.
1. How many of the following words are synonymous with repentance?
Suffering
Punishment
Confession
Remorse
Sorrow
2. Does the Lord punish us for our sins?
3. How many times did the Savior ask the Father if it were possible to remove the cup [...]
Concerning our salvation the prophet Joseph Smith taught: “If men would acquire salvation, they have got to be subject, before they leave this world, to certain rules and principles, which were fixed by an unalterable decree before the world was.” In the next sentence he went on to say, without explanation: “The disappointment of hopes [...]