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Failing Connections

Failing Connections

by | Aug 21, 2023 | Family, Philosophy, Religion

Over the weekend, I attended a cousin’s funeral. My family on my mother’s side is extensive. My mother is the youngest of seven children. When my Grandmother passed away nearly a decade ago, she left a legacy of love behind but also a family that consisted of these...
Is Being a Disciple of Jesus Hard?

Is Being a Disciple of Jesus Hard?

by | Nov 13, 2022 | Religion

“I grieve for those who leave the Church because they feel membership requires too much of them. They have not yet discovered that making and keeping covenants actually makes life easier! Each person who makes covenants…and keeps them—has increased access to the power...
Refined by Affliction

Refined by Affliction

by | Oct 20, 2022 | Religion

Behold, I have refined thee, but not with silver; I have chosen thee in the furnace of affliction. Living the Gospel of Jesus Christ is Hard Living the Gospel of Jesus Christ is not easy. There are many promises that we will be blessed if we keep the commandments. We...
A Covenant of Peace

A Covenant of Peace

by | Sep 27, 2022 | Philosophy, Religion

”and after they had entered into a covenant with him of peace they were suffered to depart into the wilderness.” Alma 44:20 It always amazes me as I read through the Book of Mormon to see how stout the people were with their covenants between each other. When a...
The Grace of Christ Works In The Darkest Places

The Grace of Christ Works In The Darkest Places

by | Sep 25, 2022 | Religion

I will open rivers in high places and fountains in the midst of the valleys: I will make the wilderness a pool of water, and the dry land springs of water. – Isaiah 41:18 The Prophet Isaiah often gives us these beautiful images as he strives to portray prophetic...