What is the most comforting doctrine Joseph Smith taught? According to Elder Orson Whitney it was regarding the powers of temple sealings.
Beliefs
When we talk about the 13 Articles of Faith, we think they are key 13 doctrines of the Restoration. But a closer look might reveal another interpretation.
You can’t support abortion and be a good Latter-day Saint. I have been debating writing this for a while, knowing that I will receive personal attacks for it. But this morning I received a clear prompting, that “come what may” I need to write this. Also note, when I reference abortion I am not talking …
Much debate rages regarding abortion. Here are 18 powerful quotes from Latter-day prophets and apostles concerning abortion: “This Church of Jesus Christ opposes abortion and counsels all members not to submit to nor participate in any abortion, in any way, for convenience or to hide sins. Abortion must be considered one of the most revolting and sinful …
Read in Español There is a war raging right now. The war started in the pre-mortal realms and continues on earth. It is a multi-pronged war against God and his children. It seeks to destabilize and discourage families, it seeks to change the meaning of feminism by discouraging motherhood, it seeks to emasculate men and …
The Most Important But Forgotten Role of Angels. When someone says the word “angels” immediately our minds jump to the winged angels of Hollywood or to the heavenly messengers from the scriptures and church history. The bible dictionary teaches that angels have two classes, those with resurrected bodies, and those without (spirits either not yet …
Read in Español When I got home from my mission everyone wanted to help me ‘adjust’ back to the ‘real world.’ I got so much advice on how and what I should be doing, but looking back on most of the advice I got — I really wish I had ignored it. What I wish …
A Latter-day Saint’s Guide to Visiting Other Churches. If you were born and raised a Latter-Day Saint, the idea of going to another church would be a foreign concept. But the action of attending your friends’ church is one of the most powerful ways to show you are a true friend. Countless times I’ve met converts who joined …
Marriage is Ordained of God. Read this article in Français, or Español The importance of marriage and family are one of the core tenets of the Church of Jesus Christ in every age; and in the Latter-days, it is no different. You need to look no further than the first paragraph of The Family: A Proclamation …
My Bishop Changed One Tiny Thing And It Totally Changed Sacrament Meeting. Sacrament meeting should be a place people receive revelation in the Church. But, often our Sacrament meetings are lackluster and people are leaving without revelation. One of the main reasons for this, I believe, is how we approach talks in church. See, …