A couple of weeks ago, I taught the Sunday lesson for the Relief Society in our ward. I want to share one of the central insights I gained from studying and preparing that lesson. It was based on Elder Christofferson’s General Conference talk, “Preparing for the Lord’s Return”. The message of his talk was that … Continue reading The greatest ministering work we can do
The promised second installment of this series! I’m not sure I have all the cards I wrote, seeing as I moved recently, so my things are a bit mixed around. But let’s pretend I do, and go from… …Matthew 23:13-33 All of this chapter is good – the Lord speaking to his followers about the … Continue reading New Testament scripture faves, Part 2
When I hear the parable of the lost sheep, in my mind I connect that sheep with either former members of the Church, or those who’ve become less-active in their worship, or with someone who’s heard the Gospel message and rejected it. The parable describes the Saviour leaving the “ninety-and-nine” – the faithful who continue … Continue reading One of the ninety-and-nine
It’s common at church to talk about activity. If a person is active, they attend meetings and activities, and fulfill responsibilities. They’re dedicated. But Christ goes beyond this: He speaks of being quickened. Quickened contains the idea of activity, motion, or an increase of speed, but at its centre is the idea of life or animation. Being quickened is a spiritual process … Continue reading Being quickened: lively or lukewarm?
http://www.lds.org/bible-videos/videos/jesus-heals-a-lame-man-on-the-sabbath?cid=HPTH100313114&lang=eng I love these short, simple, but beautiful videos. This one depicts Jesus healing a lame man on the Sabbath. As I watched it just now, I recognised some precious things. First, our Saviour knows each of us; he comes to all who are in need; his healing power is available to everyone – including … Continue reading “Take up thy bed, and walk”
Peaceable Treasures 