prisonchaplain

Here's a cynical take on how this report may be acceptable--it targets the failures of males.  Weak, scoundrel young men--mentally damaged.  No wonder women should be careful, should be trusted more, should be empowered.  This report just might fly. 

I'm guessing that the issue with video games is not the generic playing of any type game for entertainment, or as a hobby.  Rather, it's the more violent games, being played extensively, to the point where the virtual reality is openly declared preferable to the real world. 

Oh, I was just grousing.  The answer is obvious.  The good doctor is offering evidence-based research with some preliminary conclusions that people may digest, and do with as they please.  In contrast, we are telling them, "God says no to looking at dirty pictures and reveling in evil (killing as entertainment).  So stop!"

It's not often that the former president of the American Psychological Association makes the front page of The Christian Post, but this article is so spot on!  http://www.christianpost.com/news/porn-and-world-of-warcraft-video-games-digitally-rewire-boys-minds-into-manhood-meltdown-says-distinguished-psychologist-139034/
 
Now to grumble a bit.  Why is it that when we preach this from the pulpit we're just meddling, prudish religious tyrants? 

The APA is backing Zimbardo's findings, saying they are important insights.  Further studies are being done on the video gaming aspect, though porn is being left alone. 

I heard one of the largest consumers of drugs for erectile dysfunction are men under the age of 30.  I think pornography has burned their brains up so badly they cannot enjoy a healthy relationship with a real woman.

It's not often that the former president of the American Psychological Association makes the front page of The Christian Post, but this article is so spot on!  http://www.christianpost.com/news/porn-and-world-of-warcraft-video-games-digitally-rewire-boys-minds-into-manhood-meltdown-says-distinguished-psychologist-139034/
 
Now to grumble a bit.  Why is it that when we preach this from the pulpit we're just meddling, prudish religious tyrants? 

It's not often that the former president of the American Psychological Association makes the front page of The Christian Post, but this article is so spot on!  http://www.christianpost.com/news/porn-and-world-of-warcraft-video-games-digitally-rewire-boys-minds-into-manhood-meltdown-says-distinguished-psychologist-139034/
 
Now to grumble a bit.  Why is it that when we preach this from the pulpit we're just meddling, prudish religious tyrants? 

It's not often that the former president of the American Psychological Association makes the front page of The Christian Post, but this article is so spot on!  http://www.christianpost.com/news/porn-and-world-of-warcraft-video-games-digitally-rewire-boys-minds-into-manhood-meltdown-says-distinguished-psychologist-139034/
 
Now to grumble a bit.  Why is it that when we preach this from the pulpit we're just meddling, prudish religious tyrants? 

It's not often that the former president of the American Psychological Association makes the front page of The Christian Post, but this article is so spot on!  http://www.christianpost.com/news/porn-and-world-of-warcraft-video-games-digitally-rewire-boys-minds-into-manhood-meltdown-says-distinguished-psychologist-139034/
 
Now to grumble a bit.  Why is it that when we preach this from the pulpit we're just meddling, prudish religious tyrants? 

Heber C. Kimball remembered he and Brigham Young visiting a group Mormons who spoke in tongues. Brigham and Heber were baptized shortly thereafter, and it was Brigham Young who introduced Joseph Smith to speaking in tongues. With the prophet's endorsement (including his singing in tongues), the practice spread...Speaking in tongues became an integral part of 19th century Mormon spirituality...The frequency of the gift slowed and eventually those who commonly spoke in tongues died off. Sometimes, manifestations of the gift in the 20th century were regarded with suspicion. Eventually church materials would define the gift of tongues primarily as the ability for missionaries or others to learn languages to preach the gospel. (read more here).
 
Prayer is often a method used in the Book of Mormon to bring about being filled with the spirit/sanctified: 
 
Lehi, as he went forth prayed unto the Lord, yea, even with all his heart, in behalf of his people… And it came to pass that…he was filled with the Spirit of the Lord. (1 Nephi 1:5 & 12).
 
And my soul hungered; and I kneeled down before my Maker, and I cried unto him in mighty prayer and supplication for mine own soul...And there came a voice unto me, saying: Enos, thy sins are forgiven thee, and thou shalt be blessed... And I, Enos, knew that God could not lie; wherefore, my guilt was swept away. (Enos vs 4-6)
 
Nevertheless they did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God. (Helaman 3:35)

To be given spirit so as to be able to exercise the will and power of god in his name, this can manifest as any number of gifts/miraculous occurence bith written and unwritten. This is one reason why the gift of the holy ghost isso important.

Good afternoon prisonchaplain! I hope you've been well. :)
 
I also associate being filled with the spirit with sanctification. I believe that in the Book of Mosiah, in the Book of Mormon the experience that the people of King Benjamin experienced was one of being spirit filled and consequently sanctified. I believe that that this experience is associated with being baptized by fire or our spiritual rebirth. In other words, I believe in being born again and being filled with the spirit is an indicator that this event has occurred in your life.
 
 
-Finrock

Being filled with the Spirit of the Lord is an essential part of being a true follower of Christ. I believe that most Christians, who are active and deeply committed to their faith, believe this and earnestly seek after what our Lord referred to as "living water." (John 4:10). We seek the spiritual nourishment that He has promised. But how do we find it? How will we know when we've found it?
Let me quote you one of my favorite scriptures that talks about experiencing the Spirit:
Wherefore, he that preacheth and he that receiveth, understand one another, and both are edified and rejoice together. (Doctrine & Covenants 50:22)
For me, the most powerful spiritual experiences have always drawn me closer to others and increased my love and understanding for them. In contrast, when I have at times sought to gratify my own pride by choosing something for selfish reasons, I may feel smug and self-satisfied for a little while, but feel my love and understanding diminish a little.. In such moments, pleasureable though they may be I find myself dissatisfied .. still, thirsting for something.. When I come to myself (come to my spiritual senses) I realize that the experience was NOT an edifying one, and so, was probably more of the "arm of flesh" at work rather than the Spirit of the Lord working through me. That's when I know it's time for me to hit my knees, apologize to my Father and then get up and go apologize to whoever I've pushed away... usually a family member or friend.

When I think of "filled with the Spirit", I think in terms of sanctification. Indeed, the protective influence of the Spirit is required to be in the presence of God, as many scriptural examples make clear. But being "filled with the Spirit" also betokens great power, both spiritual and physical, e.g. Laman and Lemuel quailing before Nephi. So I guess I would say both.

One solution--perhaps only a small portion of the answer--is for even more to answer the call to law enforcement chaplaincy.  BTW, that's not what I am.  My area is corrections.  The dark side--inside the walls.  Law enforcement chaplains are volunteer.  They go through training, and usually ride with police, or fire fighters.  They help with death and serious accident notifications.  They become accepted, over time, as part of the department.  From a secular standpoint, they do help many officers remember that theirs is a high calling.  There is also the sense of support, even if the chaplain is never approached.  Frankly, they remind our protectors that the Almighty is present.  Such may not prevent all abuse, but a greater presence would be a greater help.

I think the issue with the law school was that graduates from Trinity Western were not allowed to practice as barristers in two provinces.  A judge in Nova Scotia overturned the prohibition in that province, saying the barristers' association did not have the authority to enact it.  Still somewhat chilling.
 
As for what ramifications in the U.S., we may be talking about apples vs. oranges.  The systems are different.  For example, advocates for the government, before the Supreme Court (US) admitted that should gay marriage be deemed a Constitutional right, government could potentially go after religious colleges that fail to provide housing for married gay students.  They would likely also go after schools that do not admit married gay students. 

I sometimes believe that the loudest people (whether religious or not) are the least confident.  Quiet people tend to be the most confident and the least likely to convert, one way or the other.

Does the LBGT community generally oppose polygamy?  If so, why?  Frankly, it has a stronger historic tradition, and there are religious motivations.  Why deny those?  Why would an LBGT person--especially one who insists on same-sex marriage--dare judge the loving, committed relationships of a man or woman and his/her spouses?  My tongue is not in my cheek.  I'm completely serious.  Personally, I've always thought polygamy had much stronger grounds to stand on than same-sex marriage.

There are already calls, mostly because of the Chaplain Wes Modder case, for an end to chaplaincy.  Why, they ask, are government dollars paying the salaries of clergy, who preach hate against me and those with my gender orientation?  I suspect the day is coming when government chaplains will be replaced by adding a few more "secular chaplains" (i.e. psychologists/licensed therapists) to the rolls. 

That's true, but I keep reading stories about greater and greater restrictions placed on them... So I can't help but wonder how much longer they'll be there.

Does the LBGT community generally oppose polygamy?  If so, why?  Frankly, it has a stronger historic tradition, and there are religious motivations.  Why deny those?  Why would an LBGT person--especially one who insists on same-sex marriage--dare judge the loving, committed relationships of a man or woman and his/her spouses?  My tongue is not in my cheek.  I'm completely serious.  Personally, I've always thought polygamy had much stronger grounds to stand on than same-sex marriage.

One solution--perhaps only a small portion of the answer--is for even more to answer the call to law enforcement chaplaincy.  BTW, that's not what I am.  My area is corrections.  The dark side--inside the walls.  Law enforcement chaplains are volunteer.  They go through training, and usually ride with police, or fire fighters.  They help with death and serious accident notifications.  They become accepted, over time, as part of the department.  From a secular standpoint, they do help many officers remember that theirs is a high calling.  There is also the sense of support, even if the chaplain is never approached.  Frankly, they remind our protectors that the Almighty is present.  Such may not prevent all abuse, but a greater presence would be a greater help.

Does the LBGT community generally oppose polygamy?  If so, why?  Frankly, it has a stronger historic tradition, and there are religious motivations.  Why deny those?  Why would an LBGT person--especially one who insists on same-sex marriage--dare judge the loving, committed relationships of a man or woman and his/her spouses?  My tongue is not in my cheek.  I'm completely serious.  Personally, I've always thought polygamy had much stronger grounds to stand on than same-sex marriage.

Does the LBGT community generally oppose polygamy?  If so, why?  Frankly, it has a stronger historic tradition, and there are religious motivations.  Why deny those?  Why would an LBGT person--especially one who insists on same-sex marriage--dare judge the loving, committed relationships of a man or woman and his/her spouses?  My tongue is not in my cheek.  I'm completely serious.  Personally, I've always thought polygamy had much stronger grounds to stand on than same-sex marriage.