Understanding the Exodus: Why Members Are Leaving the LDS Church in 2025 Introduction In recent years, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church, has experienced a noticeable decline in membership retention. This trend, confirmed by various studies and anecdotal evidence, raises questions about the underlying…
Category: Religion
Is Jordan Peterson more enamored by his own religious philosophical concepts than he is convinced of traditional doctrines of Christianity?
Got Questions?: What does it mean to have faith in Jesus? Many people speak about “having faith in Jesus,” but what exactly does this mean? The Bible uses the phrase “faith in Jesus” synonymously with belief in Jesus as Savior. Romans 3:22–23 says that “righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who…
The Infinite and the Divine: Theological Reflections on Space Exploration
What is a Black Hole? A black hole is a region of spacetime where gravity is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape. Formed from the collapse of massive stars or as part of the evolution of galaxies, black holes are characterized by an event horizon, the boundary beyond which anything that crosses…
Off the Beaten Path: Discovering Cults Far From the Spotlight
A cult typically refers to a group bound by a shared, often extreme, set of beliefs and practices. Frequently, these beliefs revolve around an exaggerated focus on religious or cultural ideals, elevating one particular notion above all others. The critical distinction between cults and conventional religions often lies in the cult’s tendency towards isolation and…
My opinions on “Liberation Theology” have touched a nerve.
My interaction with a tweet by Megan Basham brought out an interesting exchange…intelligence did not appear to be a hallmark of the response from the other side. Liberation theology, for those not in the know, is less about saving souls and more about saving face for political gain, twisting the teachings of Christ into a…
When preachers go bad … The Antinomian Dilemma: Can Too Much Grace Lead to Too Little Morality?
A lifestyle guided by doctrinal error. Antinomianism is a theological doctrine that holds that Christians are freed by grace from the necessity of obeying the moral law. The term comes from the Greek words “anti” (against) and “nomos” (law). Here are key points about Antinomianism: Grace Over Law: Proponents argue that since salvation is by…
Unmasking Fool’s Gold: Finding Spiritual Treasure in a World of Shiny Distractions
Ever come across the saying “All that glitters isn’t gold”? It essentially means not everything that appears valuable truly is. And when it comes to gold, this couldn’t be more accurate. Gold, a soft, bright yellow metal, is a rare chemical element known for its resistance to reacting with other elements. It’s often found in…
The Ebbing Faith: How America’s Religious Decline Signals a Nation Adrift
The problem… In the heart of America, where the fabric of society once found its strength in the communal bonds of faith, we’re witnessing an existential drift that’s both startling and profound. In 1950, Gallup reported that 0% of Americans said they have no religion. By around 1970, this figure was up to 3%. And…
C.S. Lewis and the Nature of Evil: A Closer Look at Moral and Spiritual Realities
From a spiritual aspect, C.S. Lewis believed that evil is real and not an illusion or feeling. He also believed that evil is a parasite that spoils good. Lewis believed that evil is important because it can be used to argue for God’s existence and to understand the nature of reality. Can we apply Lewis’s…
What are the origins of Shinto?
Shinto, the indigenous religion of Japan, has origins that are deeply rooted in the history and culture of the Japanese archipelago. Here’s a look at its beginnings: Prehistoric Origins: Jōmon Period (c. 14,000 BCE – 300 BCE): Shinto’s roots can be traced back to the Jōmon era, where archaeological evidence suggests animistic beliefs and rituals…