Part 3: When the Story Changes: Faith, History, and Moving Targets A Careful Examination of How Religious Communities Handle Historical Difficulties One of the key ways that we learn—not only here at BYU but throughout life—is by asking questions. – Cecil O. Samuelson First Quorum of the Seventy October 1, 1994 – October 1, 2011…
Author: Dennis Robbins
The Creator Who Spoke Worlds Into Existence Speaks Wisdom Into Yours
The Treasure Chest with No Lock A father watches his daughter wrestle with a math problem at the kitchen table. She groans. She erases. She slams her pencil down. Then she does something remarkable—she looks up and asks, “Dad, can you help me?” That moment captures the heart of Proverbs 2:6: “For the LORD gives…
Questions Worth Asking: Thoughtful Reflections on Latter-day Saint Claims (2 of 5)
Part 2: What Makes an Elder an Elder? God commands us to seek answers to our questions and asks only that we seek ‘with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ.’ – Moroni 10:4 Introduction: A Question of Words and Meanings Have you ever paused to wonder why eighteen-year-old Latter-day Saint missionaries…
An Investigative Analysis of the Obama “Seditious Conspiracy” Claims
Ten Years Later: Anatomy of an Accusation The White House Press Secretary’s statement represents the most explosive official accusation against a former American president since the Civil War: that Barack Obama engaged in “seditious conspiracy” to overthrow the United States government. This analysis examines what the evidence actually shows, what the legal framework requires, and…
Questions Worth Asking: Thoughtful Reflections on Latter-day Saint Claims (1 of 5)
Part 1: Borrowed Words: When Children Say ‘I Know’ A Philosophical Inquiry into Religious Education, Faith Development, and the Epistemology of Testimony Asking questions isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a precursor of growth.” – Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles December 27, 2025 (de facto) The Question…
NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani’s CAIR Ties Raise Alarms Amid Illegal Ops Claims
AI Overview from Google Gemini. • No U.S. Federal Designation: CAIR does not have a federal “terrorist” designation in the United States, but the organization has documented historical links to groups that support terrorism, which led to a suspension of formal FBI contacts. CAIR has consistently denied these allegations and condemns all forms of terrorism….
Joey Sampaga Sermon: No Turning Back – The Cost of Following Jesus, Luke 9:46-56
This Sunday, Pastor Joey Sampaga led us through Luke 9:46-56, “No Turning Back: The Cost of Following Jesus.” Jesus confronts three would-be followers, exposing barriers to true discipleship: craving comfort, delaying obedience, and divided loyalty. With His face set toward the cross, He demands undivided, immediate commitment—not partial enthusiasm or nostalgic glances backward—calling us to…
Joseph Smith and the Foundations of Mormonism: A Critical Historical and Theological Analysis
Download a PDF to print at home (11 pages): Joseph Smith and the Foundations of Mormonism A Scholarly Examination of the Origins, Doctrines, and Historical Controversies of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Introduction The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon Church or LDS Church, represents one…
Rep. Eric Swalwell: Hypocrite Extraordinaire
On January 3, 2026, following reports that U.S. forces had captured Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, Swalwell posted on X (formerly Twitter): “When I talk to Californians, you know what ranks lowest on their priorities? Illegally going to war with Venezuela. Just lower the damn prices.” Extensive searches of Rep. Eric Swalwell’s voting record,…
A Review: US Military Interventions (1986-2026)
The United States has engaged in dozens of military interventions abroad over the last four decades, spanning counterterrorism, regime change, humanitarian efforts, and great power competition, often without formal congressional declarations of war. These actions reflect a shift from Cold War proxy conflicts to post-9/11 wars on terror and recent escalations under President Trump’s second…