Tag: repentance
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The Accuser and the Advocate
11/1/2025 Introduction There are two voices that speak to the human soul. Both claim to reveal truth. Both portend to expose wrongdoing. Both appeal to justice. But only one does so righteously. The first voice belongs to Satan—the accuser of the brethren[1]—whose ministry is condemnation and destruction. He points his finger not to correct or…
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Spock as an Archetype of Christ
8/28/2025 Introduction Among the enduring figures of Star Trek, Mr. Spock stands as one of the most influential archetypes of wisdom, discipline, and self-sacrifice. As a Vulcan raised within a tradition of logic, meditation, and self-mastery, Spock reflects humanity’s highest aspirations for reason and harmony. Yet as half-human, he also embodies the tension between passion…
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A Three-Dimensional Model of Discipleship in Christ
6/15/2025 Understanding the Dynamics of Living the Gospel This conceptual three-dimensional model is designed to demonstrate the dynamics of one’s success in living the gospel of Jesus Christ. Each axis of the model conveys a crucial aspect of discipleship, and together they create a holistic view of spiritual growth and dedication. The Axes of the…
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Disciplining our Thoughts and Desires
How can we control our thoughts and desires? Controlling our thoughts and desires is like walking through the forest at night with a flashlight. Where you shine your flashlight is where you will go. Where you shine your flashlight is determined by what you focus on and by what you choose to do! What do…
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To Know and Love the Lord
We cannot love what we do not know. And so we must come to know the goodness of the God we are commanded to love. To know and love the Lord, we must do our best to live up to the correct principles we’ve been given. The Lord reveals himself line upon line, precept upon…
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Come, Ye Children of the Lord
A week ago, I decided to attend a Stake Conference with my family for various reasons. The two big things that stood out to me were first, the opening song, and second, the fact that never was repentance mentioned, not even once! Throughout the conference, the speakers talked earnestly about all the great blessings they…
GREATER LIGHT AND TRUTH 