Near the end of His ministry, Jesus asked the Pharisees, “What think ye of Christ? whose son is he?” (Matthew 22:42).
Today, Jesus asks each of us a related question, “How do you personally relate to Christ?” … Read more
What Think Ye of Christ?
Category: Self Development
It is Not Doctrinal Clarity that Will Save Us.
In the course of a faith journey, questions arise. Some are minor—like a word, phrase, or name in the Book of Mormon or a spiteful story in the Old Testament. Others are more consequential. How did racial … Read more
Your Continuing Conversation with God
We were having a good discussion in priesthood meeting when deep-thinking Riley asked a penetrating question that challenged us all. “Why do I spend so much time and effort planning and strategizing my fitness–something that matters a … Read more
What Are Your Five Stories?
Imagine that you are seated early at a lovely banquet when, much to your surprise, Jeffrey R. Holland asks to sit next to you. You are delighted. He takes a seat and turns fully toward you. Asking, … Read more
Misunderstanding God’s Eternal Placement Program
God has designed an intriguing eternal placement program for all of us.
When I started college, I was sure that I should be an electrical engineer. I loved all my little projects including building a crystal radio, … Read more
Welcoming God’s Remodeling
Many years ago, Nancy and I bought an old house. It smelled bad. The interior walls were covered with coal dust. The lawn was mostly dead. The draperies were sad and tired. The carpets were worse. As … Read more
What’s Your Joy Level?
It is easy to get swallowed up in bad news. There are abundant opportunities to be gloomy. Ingrown toenails. Lack of rain. National contention. Family challenges. Inflation. Egg shortages. There is plenty to worry and fret about. … Read more
Have You Experienced the Mighty Change?
The brother of Jared—that amazing disciple who pierced the veil with his faith—acknowledged, “Now behold, O Lord, and do not be angry with thy servant because of his weakness before thee; for we know that thou art … Read more
Bringing the Spirit into Your Life
We encourage people to seek the Spirit. And often we list actions that will bring the Spirit—actions such as being humble, doing good, serving others, etc. Those lists of actions can be helpful and are worth implementing.… Read more
Seeing the Forest in the Trees: The Sacred Invitation of the Temple
Several years ago, I knew a man who said that he had mastered the temple endowment. I was intrigued. He claimed that he could sit down and sleep for an entire session with only minor interruptions. That … Read more