by Candace | Apr 8, 2008 | Frequently Asked Questions
We have so many examples of miracles in the Holy Bible, Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants and Pearl of Great Price. Miracle after miracle, such as: The healing of a leper. (Luke 5:12-13) The healing of a man with palsy. (Luke 5:18-25) The raising of a dead man....
by Laurie W | Apr 8, 2008 | Mormon Principles, Practices & Precepts
In the Book of Mormon, another testament of Jesus Christ, we find a little clearer description of the purpose of the fall of Adam, and it’s done in two short statements. “Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy” (2 Nephi 2:25). When Adam and...
by Candace | Apr 6, 2008 | Basic Beliefs of Mormons, Frequently Asked Questions
Gordon B. Hinckley, the 15th called prophet of these modern times, wrote a poem several years ago that I just heard for the first time today. The words are so heartfelt, and because I’ve felt death so recently, it hit me particularly hard. What is this thing...
by Candace | Apr 6, 2008 | Mormon Principles, Practices & Precepts
Jesus Christ said, Behold I have given unto you my gospel, and this is the gospel which I have given unto you—that I came into the world to do the will of my Father, because my Father sent me. (3 Nephi 27:13) Paraphrasing that scripture, I heard a general authority of...
by Candace | Apr 3, 2008 | Mormon Principles, Practices & Precepts
Thirteen years ago Alvin and I moved into the home we live in now. The ward we belonged to has turned out to be the most astounding group of people whom we have come to love and adore over the years of our acquaintance and friendship. I was called to be the Young...
by Candace | Apr 2, 2008 | Mormon Principles, Practices & Precepts
The scriptures are filled with examples of what happens when we are obedient, and conversely, disobedient. Noah was commanded to build a boat and gather the animals, male and female, because the Lord was going to flood the earth due to the extreme wickedness. (Good...