by Walter Penning | Sep 5, 2018 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
To the police officer that pulled me over this morning, thank you. We don’t normally expect to be grateful to a patrolman for pulling us over. I recognize that. But for me, today, I feel a degree of gratitude. I have been reflecting on the experience all day...
by Walter Penning | Aug 29, 2018 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
Symbols are all around us. Coins, cards, and cars have them. Backpacking equipment, books, and bikes do, too. Logos, licenses, letters, and lives depict symbols as well. According to Webster’s dictionary, a symbol is a mark, sign, or word that indicates,...
by Walter Penning | Aug 22, 2018 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
What can I do about the struggle of poverty in the world? I am just one person, and the need is so rampant everywhere. A quick Google search reveals that nearly half of the world’s population — more than 3 billion people — lives on less than $2.50 a day....
by Walter Penning | Aug 15, 2018 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
The prophet Alma was the high priest for the Church in his day. He delivered words of faith and courage to the people throughout the land. And now behold, I ask of you, my brethren of the church, have ye spiritually been born of God? Have ye received...
by Walter Penning | Aug 9, 2018 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
I love lists. From a very young age, I was taught by my father that writing things down helps focus one’s efforts and provides the euphoria of crossing items off the list. I still use lists every day. I have a few to share with you. Several years ago, we heard...
by Walter Penning | Aug 1, 2018 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
WOW. I didn’t expect that totally unanticipated reaction. I was posting online a missionary letter that I received in my email this morning. This elder has been serving in South Korea for the last two years, and this week’s message was short but amazing. He is...
