Agency: the power to LET GO
As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I grew up with the word “agency” as … Continue reading Agency: the power to LET GO
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We’re All a Mess and It’s OK
I have two very wise mothers. My own mother will often be heard to say, “We’re all a mess,” which … Continue reading We’re All a Mess and It’s OK
The Power to BECOME: Spiritual Independence
Doctrine: There is a difference between doing good and becoming good. We cannot truly become good, or as God is, … Continue reading The Power to BECOME: Spiritual Independence
Do You Know Who You Are?
How often have you thought you wanted something only to find that after having it, it didn’t bring with it … Continue reading Do You Know Who You Are?
Treating Others as Moral Agents
Doctrine: Free will has one specific goal and purpose: God’s desire to help us become like Him and to have … Continue reading Treating Others as Moral Agents
The Abrahamic Covenant & Wayward Children
Doctrine: There are two things faith cannot do: it cannot violate another person’s agency, and it can’t force our will … Continue reading The Abrahamic Covenant & Wayward Children
Unrighteous Dominion: It’s Easy to Do
Doctrine: When we are purposefully unkind, abusive (verbally, physically, emotionally), manipulative, demeaning, belligerent, hateful, rebellious, blame others for actions, and … Continue reading Unrighteous Dominion: It’s Easy to Do
The Light of Christ vs. the Holy Ghost
Doctrine: The Light of Christ is our basic conscience, but it can be dulled or altered. The Power of the … Continue reading The Light of Christ vs. the Holy Ghost
Between a Spiritual Rock and Hard Place
Doctrine: 1) We don’t have to be perfect to receive blessings from God and guidance from the Holy Spirit. Our … Continue reading Between a Spiritual Rock and Hard Place
Politics & Honest Men/Women: how to vote
Doctrine: Politics has never been about picking the perfect leader. There is only one perfect leader, and that is Jesus … Continue reading Politics & Honest Men/Women: how to vote
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