theology – Peaceable Treasures

26/03/201324/01/2022

Law and the presence of God

Someone once asked me why, if God is omnipotent, there is anything that ‘cannot be’ – basically, why the rules about things like sin and uncleanness? Why cannot a person who has lived an okay life, yet made mistakes, be in the presence of the Eternal God? The doctrine is that “no unclean thing can … Continue reading Law and the presence of God

22/02/201301/06/2014

The importance of patience

But if ye will nourish the word, yea, nourish the tree as it beginneth to grow, by your faith with great diligence, and with patience, it shall take root; and behold it shall be a tree springing up unto everlasting life. (Alma 32:41) Why is patience such an important ingredient in our lives? On the … Continue reading The importance of patience