Highlights for Proverbs and Ecclesiastes For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he… (Proverbs 23:7) Interesting question: does your heart have thoughts? The conclusion you come to by the end of this article may surprise you! The ancient Hebrews, Aristotle, and others considered the heart the center of understanding and conscious intellect. Robert…
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King Solomon Modeled It; Abinidi Explained It
Highlights for 1 Kings 3 Why does the Lord look upon the heart? As a gospel doctrine teacher, about four years ago, King Solomon’s story piqued my interest. His prayer to the Lord zapped my soul with tremendous impact. At the time, I was struggling with some rather difficult people and a series of trying…
When Doctrine Isn’t Doctrine
Part of A Happier Ward Series – (is it doctrine?) Please remember this closing statement as you read the article. I am so grateful to have these clarifications. It helps make my study of the gospel clearer and simpler. To be balanced and straightforward about my intent, I adore our current apostles, they are my…
6 Ways the Savior Talks Right to You
No matter how recent it has been since you’ve read the Doctrine and Covenants, prepare to be delighted. Jesus talks personably to you throughout its sections. About every other page, there are rich, powerful, meaningful quotes meant for you in our time. Ezra Taft Benson called the D&C “the capstone of our religion.”