Pleasure versus Happiness

May 16, 2010

In the Book of Mormon, a prophet declares, “Adam fell that men might be, and men are that they might have joy.” Indeed, the Plan of Salvation that our Father in Heaven has prepared for us is often referred to as the Plan of Happiness.  We also learn that Nephi and his people “lived after [...]

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Why do bad things happen to good people?

February 22, 2010

We all wonder why bad things happen to good people sometimes. This article gives a few explanations.

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Was Joseph Smith a Prophet?

February 4, 2010

Biblical evidence for the validity of Joseph Smith’s prophetic calling.

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What Are You Thankful For?

December 1, 2009

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints produced this clip.  It is short, sweet, and uplifting.  I hope that you will enjoy it. In the Spirit of Thanksgiving Here is what I am thankful for: A church leader who challenged me to be grateful and have a positive attitude and [...]

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Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon–An Apostle’s Testimony

November 23, 2009

The addresses delivered at the most recent general conference (a world-wide meeting of church leaders and members) of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints were fantastic, as Jan pointed out in her most recent post. Today, I want to share with you a talk given by Jeffrey R. Holland, one of the 12 [...]

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