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The Lived Reality of Latter-day Saints’ Open Canon

Kristine Stringham2 years ago2 years ago06 mins

Fixed scripture often ossifies faith. The Church of Jesus Christ solves this by perpetual revelation through recognized prophets.

An ancient Greek meat market symbolizing whether we should use preferred pronouns

Sacred Meat, Sacred Pronouns: Discerning Lesser Controversies

Jeffrey Thayne2 years ago014 mins

Exploring the parallels between ancient Greek sacrifices and today’s cultural rituals, the analysis underscores the importance of discerning core doctrines from lesser controversies. It advocates for principle-based discipleship.

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Sacred Encounters: Glimpsing the Divine

David Dollahite2 years ago2 years ago015 mins

What defines a genuine spiritual experience? True spirituality is a journey beyond self, connecting deeply with the divine and extending concern to all.

Interior of the Conference Center at the Fall 2023 General Conference

Gospel Living in a Modern Age: Insights from General Conference

Public Square Staff2 years ago2 years ago015 mins

The General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a time for personal inspiration and reflection. What did our contributors and editors learn for themselves and their families?

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The Empirical Power of Spiritual Experience

David Dollahite2 years ago1 year ago011 mins

Amid the seemingly inexplicable events and doctrines of Christianity, the power of personal encounters with the divine emerges as a key to authentic belief. Sharing these experiences bridges generations.

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Cultivating Belief in a Cynical Age: A Conversation with Faith Matters

Jacob Z. Hess2 years ago2 years ago027 mins

A discussion with a Faith Matters founder and executive director about their ongoing work and plans, highlighting the need to connect with today’s youth without compromising core teachings.

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The Symphony of Protest: MLK’s I Have a Dream

Joshua Lee2 years ago2 years ago07 mins

How did Dr. King’s nonviolent approach shape America’s racial discourse? Through scripture and history, King’s “Dream” speech masterfully balanced moral integrity with a call for change.

Likening All of the Scriptures Unto Us, Yes Even Those Ones

M. David Huston3 years ago011 mins

We like to identify with the hero, but in the Gospels, this can blind us to our flaws. Perhaps we could identify with those Jesus corrected, instead.

The Deceptively Boring Adamant Notecard

Tom Nysetvold3 years ago3 years ago011 mins

Why is General Conference the way it is? Maybe because “the inner change that makes the outer Zion possible depends, first and finally, on our ability to accept and to apply the simple, basic principles of the gospel.”