by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Jun 28, 2008 | Basic Beliefs of Mormons
In 2 Nephi 9:34 of the Book of Mormon, we learn that there are fierce penalties for lying. Honesty is essential in helping us to live a Christ-like life. When we’re honest, we keep our relationships in good order and have the peace of mind of knowing we have nothing...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Jun 27, 2008 | Finding Truth
The Book of Mormon speaks often of the importance of gaining a personal testimony of the gospel and of being open to receiving the truth. God wants us to know what’s true, but He can only tell us if we invite Him to do so. This is more than a mere token effort. We...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Jun 27, 2008 | Mormon Scriptures
But wo unto the rich, who are rich as to the things of the world. For because they are rich they despise the poor, and they persecute the meek, and their hearts are upon their treasures; wherefore, their treasure is their god. And behold, their treasure shall perish...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Jun 27, 2008 | Mormons
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, sometimes incorrectly called the Mormon Church, is a strong believer in education. It operates a number of church schools and encourages its members to obtain all the education it can. 2 Nephi 9: 29 in the Book of...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Jun 26, 2008 | Finding Truth
“28 O that cunning plan of the evil one! O the vainness, and the frailties, and the foolishness of men! When they are learned they think they are wise, and they hearken not unto the counsel of God, for they set it aside, supposing they know of themselves, wherefore,...