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The question of why God created humanity, especially knowing humanity would fall into sin, has occupied Christian thinkers since the earliest days of the church. This inquiry touches the very heart of God’s character, His sovereign purposes, and the nature of His glory. The answer reveals not merely an intellectual puzzle to be solved, but…
This Sunday, Pastor Joey Sampaga led us through Luke 10:1-16, “Sent with Urgency: Responding to the Kingdom of God.” As Luke unfolds the story, we find Jesus moving steadily toward Jerusalem, fully aware of the suffering waiting for Him there. The cross looms in the distance, yet His sense of purpose intensifies. With limited time…
A PDF is available of this essay to download and read at a later date: The Psychology of LDS Faith. This essay may be the answer to the question: Why are you LDS? Introduction The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints represents one of the fastest-growing religious movements of the modern era, with approximately…
What happens when sincere questions meet practiced answers? Every year, thousands of Latter-day Saints quietly step away from the faith that shaped their childhood, their marriages, and their understanding of eternity—not because they stopped caring, but because they started asking questions their community couldn’t answer. This five-part series isn’t written to attack or mock; it’s…
Check out the Series Index to all Five Posts. Part 5: The Space for Doubt How Healthy Communities Handle Hard Questions If we have the truth, it cannot be harmed by investigation. If we have not the truth, it ought to be harmed. – J. Reuben Clark First Counselor in the First Presidency June 12,…
Check out the Series Index to all Five Posts. Part 4: Reading the Bible on Its Own Terms Let me make sure that you understand this important point. There is absolutely nothing wrong with asking questions or investigating our history, doctrine, and practices. – M. Russell Ballard Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve…
Check out the Series Index to all Five Posts. 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…
Check out the Series Index to all Five Posts. 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…
Check out the Series Index to all Five Posts. 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…
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…