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This post builds on the letter to my missionaries that I posted entitled “Are We Really at War? Rethinking Gospel Metaphors, Sin, and Spiritual Growth.” My wife read that piece and promptly messaged our bishop, telling him that I needed to speak. He messaged me that same night… Lately, I’ve …
This week in our family scripture study we focused on Noah and the ark. I want to share some thoughts that have been growing in me as I’ve wrestled with these stories. For a long time, I’ve struggled with the idea that God would send a flood to wipe out …
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how often scripture—and the way we talk about the gospel—uses the language of war. We are told we are in a battle.That we are fighting Satan and his followers.That we must be vigilant, armored, steadfast, and prepared. General Conference talks reference this often. …
As I’ve been thinking about the Christmas story this year, my mind keeps returning to the “wise men”—or maybe better said, the wise ones—who came seeking the Christ child. The scriptures only mention men, but I have a hard time believing that seeking Christ was ever limited to one gender. …
Lately I’ve been thinking about the commandment to “multiply and replenish the earth.” We usually hear it in the context of having children, but it’s so much broader and deeper than that. To multiply is to increase—to put energy, goodness, and light into the world. And to replenish is to restore—to refill …
Lately I’ve been reflecting on the idea of waking up—not just physically, but spiritually. Many faith traditions use this metaphor. In Buddhism, awakening (or bodhi) is the very heart of the path—seeing reality more clearly and living with compassion. In Islam, the call to prayer itself is a daily invitation …
I’ve been reflecting on something Mel Robbins calls the “Let Them Theory.” At its heart, it’s about taking back the power we often give away when we try to control the choices, actions, or responses of others. Instead of letting their behavior dictate our peace, we “let them” walk their path—and at …
This week I heard some really cool thoughts on a podcast I was listening to. They were centered around being “on the edge of inside,” which at face value can be taken as a scary place to be – like you are on your way out (of the church, or …
I recently came across some writings from Henri Nouwen, a Dutch Catholic priest and writer, that deeply resonated with me. He teaches that true discipleship is about creating space for God to work in our lives. In fact, the very word discipline comes from this idea—ordering our lives in such …
As a dad, your responsibilities are numerous and demanding. From providing for your family financially to being emotionally present and supportive, the role of a father can be both fulfilling and overwhelming. To help you lead a life of excellence, success, and joy, it’s essential to focus on your well-being. …