Called of God
In the Latter Day Saint movement people of all walks of life are called of God as "apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, evangelists, and so forth" to help move individuals, congregations, churches, and the kingdom forward in Christ.
The Tree of Life in Spiritual Practice
In Mormon Kabbalah, faith is an action. We deepen our personal relationship with God, allowing the light of Jesus Christ to transform us.
Climate Change, a Sign of Sins of Mankind
We still seek the signs of His second coming, as the Spirit tells us that Jesus will return again. One of the signs we see today of His return is climate change.
The Tree of Life in Mormon Kabbalah: The Da’at Binah Switch
In Mormon Kabbalah, the third Sefirah is Da’at (Knowledge) rather than Binah (Understanding) as in traditional Jewish Kabbalah.
Lay Blessings and Priesthood Blessings
It has been commonly accepted within the Restoration that the Priests and Priestesses of the Levitical Order do not have the authority to bless, because with the High Priesthood restored, the Elders should be called for. This custom and practice requires some clarification.
Love and Lishmah
As we practice lishmah we are in the Shekinah, the Presence of God; and we are the Shekinah, the congregation.
Lo Here, and Lo There
When Joseph Smith Jr. walked into the grove to pray, after reading James 1:5, he had a miraculous experience. We are told that he was asked not to join any of the denominations he had explored. Why not?
5 Ways We can be an Example for Our Children
We can see and know by his example how important children are to Jesus. Pondering on this topic, I came up with 5 points on setting a good example for our children.
A Contrite and Humble Spirit
Literally speaking, contrite is defined as feeling or expressing remorse or penitence; being affected by guilt. Does this mean that God wants us to be in a perpetual state of guilt? Not at all.
A Dream of a College Campus
While in Humansville, Missouri I had a dream from the Lord. In the dream, I was a young man entering college.
Why We Worship Together as Saints
We all have different ideas of worship. A simple prayer or a communion service with a scripture reading might be enough. Others may desire a sermon, or testimonies. Others find all of this tedious and would rather have intellectual stimulation that drives greater spiritual awareness.
Gender Expression in Israelite Culture
One question I hear quite often is, why didn't God mention the LGBTQ people in the scriptures? I would say that God did by treating them as actual people and not separating them out as we do in modern society.