Category Archives: Scripture

Let Virtue Garnish Thy Thoughts Unceasingly

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Jared

The scriptures are filled with wonderful word phrases that grab our attention and lift our minds to greater heights. For example, “Let virtue garnish thy thoughts unceasingly”. This phrase appears once in scripture. It is found in the D&C. “Real … Continue reading →

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Of the Tenets Thou Shalt not Talk

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Jared

My goal in blogging 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 thought in … Continue reading →

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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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Commentary on 2 Nephi 31:17

Posted on September 26, 2009 by Jared

Wherefore, do the things which I have told you I have seen that your Lord and your Redeemer should do; for, for this cause have they been shown unto me, that ye might know the gate by which ye should … Continue reading →

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Commentary on 2 Nephi 31:13

Posted on September 13, 2009 by Jared

Not all scripture is of equal value. For example, as valuable as the vision of the three degrees of glory is, it pales in importance to scripture that teach the doctrine of Christ. Why? The doctrine of Christ reveals truths … Continue reading →

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Is Your Testimony of the Book of Mormon Authentic or Borrowed?

Posted on June 13, 2009 by Jared

In my opinion, there are many kinds of testimonies held by church members. But at some point church members need to acquire a testimony in the Lord’s way. This is done by calling on the Lord in prayer, even mighty … Continue reading →

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Heavenly Father Provides Us with Mountains to Climb, But Oft Times We Choose Hills Instead

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Jared

Acquiring and growing a testimony is like climbing a mountain. As we ascend we can turn and view the vista behind us, and feel a sense of accomplishment at how far we’ve come. As we continue to climb we arrive … Continue reading →

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Satan Desireth to Have Thee

Posted on May 18, 2009 by Jared

Note:  All of the scriptural references below are active links. Who is satan? He is a son of God, and one of his names is Lucifer. D&C 76:26 Where does he come from? He lived in the pre-mortal world before … Continue reading →

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One of the Best Kept Secrets of the Church

Posted on May 3, 2009 by Jared

Mike: Why are the scripture so important? After all, the Bible is scripture and look at all the different Christian churches that have sprung into existence since it was published. Obviously scripture is subject to interpretation, and if this is … Continue reading →

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

Posted on April 25, 2009 by Jared

When I first became aware of the word Bloggernacle, I saw two words merged–blog and tabernacle, and in my mind’s eye, I envisioned church members using blogs to teach and discuss the gospel. I decided to see for myself and … Continue reading →

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