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How to reconcile mixed messages from The Church
blackstrap replied to Maestrophil's topic in General Discussions
I watched a youtube short on this, be aware that triggering is likely: congressional hearing on transwomen in prisons - Search Videos (bing.com) -
New Mormon church managing director of church communication
blackstrap replied to Diamondhands69's topic in In The News
There are those who misread/misapply doctrine and then there are those who not only dive into the deep end but dig a hole in the bottom of the pool. -
The scriptures are very clear as to how to be saved. ( that was sarcasm for the impaired )
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If only the Church had some sort of program that might address the situation...👿
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Would we say that , at least prior to 1830 , Joseph was spiritual but not religious ?
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IIRC there has been a significant increase in the number of people who, on a census form, check 'not affiliated ' when asked about religion. I assume that this group of spiritual but not religious would be there.
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Canadians…do you pronounce “decal” deck-al or dee-cal?
blackstrap replied to Calm's topic in General Discussions
So, how is the word ' decaf ' said ? -
Canadians…do you pronounce “decal” deck-al or dee-cal?
blackstrap replied to Calm's topic in General Discussions
I just go with "stickers " -
For those " of little faith " , always cut a couple of spare keys just in case.
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Trib Article Re: Movement to "Save" the Provo Temple
blackstrap replied to smac97's topic in General Discussions
If you have ever dealt with a four year old's question why? you will be aware that any answer is always followed by another WHY? question and then another. 😜 -
Trib Article Re: Movement to "Save" the Provo Temple
blackstrap replied to smac97's topic in General Discussions
FYI , with a new temple being built in Lethbridge, when done , there will be a massive reno to Cardston. Hopefully only the interior will change and not the outside, which is unique. I also hope they do not lose all of the lighting and furniture touches which were influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright. -
Conformation Order of Operations
blackstrap replied to Stormin' Mormon's topic in General Discussions
BEDMAS I don't think one should be changing the traditional order willy nilly, but I also think it is not like the baptismal prayer where it is set by ancient scripture. -
In my youth there was a gentleman in town that was said to have the gift of healing. Also in a neighboring town a man also had this gift and , in conversation , said he had to be very sure that the healing was God's will because if he pronounced a healing , it would always happen. I have not heard of such a person for the last 60 years. Maybe that is because of medical advancements now .
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I realize that some/all of the gifts of the Spirit are sacred events , and it may be that I have not been paying attention, but there does not seem to be an emphasis on obtaining these gifts for oneself. There are also signs that follow those that believe but we avoid them because other groups have strongly adopted them. in the early days of the church there was a bit of chaos with visions and prophecies galore so I see the tendency to be more circumspect. That said, have we de-emphasized the gifts too much ?
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Historical Monogamy Doctrine website
blackstrap replied to PortalToParis's topic in General Discussions
Thanks Calm, as always a fount of information. -
Historical Monogamy Doctrine website
blackstrap replied to PortalToParis's topic in General Discussions
I think most would agree that polygamy while Joseph lived was a bit of a mess and eventually became more of a " well regulated procedure " . On a tangential note, I read somewhere that Brigham was quite lenient when it came to the ladies wanting a divorce in polygamous marriages. Can anyone confirm ? -
Historical Monogamy Doctrine website
blackstrap replied to PortalToParis's topic in General Discussions
All these were very bad at keeping secrets , seeing that all the miracles made it into the scriptures. -
Was Joseph at the Savior's Crucifixion?
blackstrap replied to nuclearfuels's topic in General Discussions
Consider: Joseph Smith JR. watching from the premortal spirit world. Joseph of Egypt watching from the post mortal Spirit world. Joseph the carpenter father watching from a hill or keeping Joseph of Egypt company. Let's not forget Joseph Smith Sr. and Nephi's brother Joseph and the tomb owner Joseph and all the Josès elsewhere in the world. 😁 -
Was Joseph at the Savior's Crucifixion?
blackstrap replied to nuclearfuels's topic in General Discussions
It is possible that all three watched from a distance. -
Was Joseph at the Savior's Crucifixion?
blackstrap replied to nuclearfuels's topic in General Discussions
I think Joseph was out of the picture , otherwise why give Mary's care to John ? -
Those who protest by opposing the sustaining always have the option of starting their own religion and many have done so , especially after a vote to sustain a new President,. Those opposed should have PERSONAL knowledge of serious sinful behavior of the person being sustained. Differences on politics is not enough.
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Just curious, did Moroni wear leather wrist bands ?😶
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Patrick Kearon called to Quorum of the 12 vacancy
blackstrap replied to Judd's topic in General Discussions
Patriarchal lineage ??