by Walter Penning | Jan 11, 2017 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
There is a lot of talk today about staying fit and eating healthy. We have work out schedules, gym memberships, bikes, rock climbing teams, and stringent schedules. I used to get away with just living life on the farm, and a few extracurricular activities were enough....
by Walter Penning | Jan 4, 2017 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
I want to meet Jacob. You know … the first born to Lehi’s family in the wilderness. If you have absolutely no idea what I am talking about, let me explain. In the Book of Mormon, one of the first prophets we read about is Nephi. He is loved by the people and an...
by Walter Penning | Apr 6, 2016 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
We had an interesting Sunday School lesson recently. The instructor asked us to read the hymn I Know That My Redeemer Lives (p136 in the hymnal) and share the lines that mean so much to us. Like you, I love this song, which has a history of influence in all our lives....
by Walter Penning | Mar 23, 2016 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
Rubbing shoulders with great leaders in our day is a privilege I never expected. I met David Ssejinja through a mutual friend. David is the founder of the Ssejinja Children’s Foundation. The noble activities I have seen it do and the excitement generated among...
by Walter Penning | Mar 16, 2016 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
As I have said before, when we are influenced for good by the exemplary men and women around us, it can make us want to be better people and share that euphoria with others. In light of that exhortation, I want to share a story as related to my children. These...
