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The Book of Mormon – what’s new to you?
mikbone replied to Traveler's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
From the Webester 1828 Dictionary 3) law the railing in a courtroom that encloses the place about the judge where prisoners are stationed or where the business of the court is transacted in civil cases the whole body of barristors or lawyers qualified to practice in the courts of any jurisdiction And from the BoM 1 Nephi 12:9 And he said unto me: Thou rememberest the twelve apostles of the Lamb? Behold they are they who shall judge the twelve tribes of Israel; wherefore, the twelve ministers of thy seed shall be judged of them; for ye are of the house of Israel. 10 And these twelve ministers whom thou beholdest shall judge thy seed. And, behold, they are righteous forever; for because of their faith in the Lamb of God their garments are made white in his blood. I bet that we will be judged by our current apostles. I'd prefer to have Elder Monson or Erying pead my case. But I'll probably get McConkie or Packer. -
The War in Israel may be at it's end.
mikbone replied to Emmanuel Goldstein's topic in Current Events
Gold is down The NASDAQ is up Crude oil is down The market is not impressed with Iran’s counter. -
The War in Israel may be at it's end.
mikbone replied to Emmanuel Goldstein's topic in Current Events
I bet Israel returns fire. But Passover starts next week, Monday April 18 - Tuesday April 30. Probably in May. -
The War in Israel may be at it's end.
mikbone replied to Emmanuel Goldstein's topic in Current Events
A bit of saber rattling going on. -
The Book of Mormon – what’s new to you?
mikbone replied to Traveler's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
Jacob 5:3 For behold, thus saith the Lord, I will liken thee, O house of Israel, like unto a tame olive tree, which a man took and nourished in his vineyard; and it grew, and waxed old, and began to decay. The average lifespan of an olive tree is 5-600 years but some live 2000 years. So the only man that could have nourished the tree was the Lord. -
Question concerning “Continuing Revelation”
mikbone replied to Maverick's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
I’m out. Good luck on your journey. -
Question concerning “Continuing Revelation”
mikbone replied to Maverick's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
Nope. Brigham Young claimed that he was taught the doctrine from Joseph Smith. Specifically not ‘thus saith the Lord’ Most likely Joseph Smith was trying to teach Brigham Young some profound doctrine that Brigham Young obviously misunderstood. -
Question concerning “Continuing Revelation”
mikbone replied to Maverick's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
You may need to brush up on your understanding on doctrine. May I recommend: https://rsc.byu.edu/vol-17-no-3-2016/doctrine-models-evaluate-types-sources-latter-day-saint-teachings If you did your homework reading Journal of Discourses 1: 50-51 You will see that Brigham Young prefaces his discourse with the commentary “upon which subject the Elders of Israel have conflicting views. Scripture is the golden standard. General Conference talks and official proclamations are of a lesser standard. In official proclamations there is obvious unanimity. The Adam God Theory is categorized as esoteric doctrine. -
Question concerning “Continuing Revelation”
mikbone replied to Maverick's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
Thats the beauty of having the scriptures and all the GC talks. You have to personally do your homework, know the scriptures, read (and understand) GC talks, as well as employ personal revelation. All the sources disagree with the so called ‘Adam God Theory’. From time to time there will be big policy changes in the church but Eternal / Core doctrine never change. You may have noticed thru the many postings of this thread that one person has been arguing their position contrary to everyone else. That is called an outlier, and generally the outlier is wrong. There is benefit to understanding doctrine and living your life in accordance to the covenant path. Take the material as a whole and stop clinging to your personal doctrinal fancies, or conspiracy theories. Jesus Christ is not trying to confuse you, and the General Authorities have made great sacrifices in their personal lives to help not hinder the saints. If you look at Joseph Smith’s final general conference talk (the so called KFD), and you study it, you will find that he quotes scriptures extensively. He did not give chapter and verse, but he quoted scripture. The Adam God theory is confusing, contrary to eternal and supportive doctrine and isn’t supported with scripture. I’m not sure if it was ever taught during a GC meeting either. -
Question concerning “Continuing Revelation”
mikbone replied to Maverick's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
That’s pretty simple minded. If you believe in God, the Light of Christ, and the holy Ghost, and you have honed your spirit of discernment; then you personally know what is right and wrong, fringe and grey. Most everyone knows when they are sinning. It ain’t hard. This past conference there was a talk given by Andrea Muñoz Spannaus wherein she took the 5 stones that David had prepared to fight Goliath and used them as a medium for a message about the “strength we need to be triumphant in our lives” Faith, Trust, Courage, Obedience, and Praise Then she added that she wished David had a 6th stone - Testimony. She kinda lost me there with the analogy. Her talk was fine and I know it was reviewed before she gave it. But it just wasn’t the same caliber as Holland, Oaks, or Bednar. Sometimes we just need a reminder to keep on the path. The Beware of Pride talk was life changing, if one would allow it. -
Question concerning “Continuing Revelation”
mikbone replied to Maverick's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
There are some General Conference talks that are obviously inspired. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1989/04/beware-of-pride?lang=eng https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/04/our-great-potential?lang=eng D&C 1:38 What I the Lord have spoken, I have spoken, and I excuse not myself; and though the heavens and the earth pass away, my word shall not pass away, but shall all be fulfilled, whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same. Joseph Smith routinely gave us revelations in the voice of the Lord. Ezra Taft Benson’s talk about pride is in his own voice. The question is, do we appreciate those messages equally? -
Question concerning “Continuing Revelation”
mikbone replied to Maverick's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
I’m pretty sure we have more revelations than any other dispensation. Other than the City of Enoch perhaps. There is great struggle with the Family Proclamation. I wish that we were ready for more revelations. That we could live a higher law. Don’t think we are ready yet. -
Question concerning “Continuing Revelation”
mikbone replied to Maverick's topic in LDS Gospel Discussion
What about D&C 138 1918 I consider a vision continuing revelation. -
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Nope, GC is super chill around here. Im not on call. No plans other than meals and TV. Will have it on in multiple rooms and outside speakers as well. Fixin to make the pancakes, bacon, and eggs. Real maple syrup. Berries and cream. Dress up or down. We don’t care. Just enjoy. Now, temple road trip to Sacramento. That can be trying.
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https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxdDh4pzPc6w_himUIY9D22uZCJo2d9uZn?si=7UextFFR-pB3BAEO Guess Im old fashioned. I like a traditional wife.
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When I was in Oregon the Local LDS church had the parking lot chained off - And the Bishop had missionaries on guard duty. We were not invited. Perhaps the Bishop had read the 10 virgin parable recently…
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Hope you have clear skies. Make sure you are in totality. Close does not get it! Bring binoculars - not a telescope. Get to your viewing site early and don’t plan on going home till the following day. Have a viewing plan. Look for the corona & solar prominences, look for the stars and planets. Big open spaces are better than in the city. It’s great to watch the animal reactions. Notice the temperature changing. Looking directly at the sun for a second wont blind you permanently. But it will totally ruin your eyesight for a couple minutes (the duration of totality). Bring water and snacks / food. Full tank of gas. Toilet paper, baby wipes, shovel just in case. Suntan lotion etc. #14 Welding glass is the best to look at the sun prior to totality.
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Reminds me of Enos. I know darn well that his uncle Nephi and Father Jacob taught him numerous times many details of the gospel. Surely he had gone to church on a routine basis Enos 1:4-8 Yet, the knowledge without the spiritual work does not allow one to take advantage of Jesus Christ’s Atonement. It took Enos a might prayer to gain his testimony, and forgiveness. All of us must pass a personal test of spiritual work. Salvation does not occur via osmosis. Having a prophet father figure probably helps though.
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Not sure if time is running out for everyone. It certainly is for some.
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May you run out of hot water just as you step in the shower Curse you Vort!