Have You Been Deceived by an Angel of Light?

How was it that Lucifer’s argument was so compelling and appealing that a third of the hosts of heaven followed Lucifer, knowing that they would be cast out of Father’s presence. I believe the answer is found in examining how Satan, appearing as an angel of light, is also deceiving many today…

Christopher Columbus is an LDS High Priest

He said that same angel (Moroni) was with Christopher Columbus and gave him deep impressions and dreams and visions respecting the new world. He said that same angel was with Columbus on the stormy deep. He guided his frail vessel to the desired haven, and he calmed the troubled elements.

Moral Agency

I can’t stress too strongly that decisions determine destiny. You can’t make eternal decisions without eternal consequences. You can’t be right by doing wrong; you can’t be wrong by doing right…

Healthcare and the Word of Wisdom: A Principle With a Promise

In light of recent discussions of a “healthcare reform plan” I have decided to write on Healthcare and the Word of Wisdom… I believe that the Word of Wisdom is the real solution to the healthcare problems of the world.

The Title of Liberty

This is a followup to my previous writing on the difference between Agency, Freedom and Liberty.

Moroni’s Title of Liberty is another example that illustrates the difference between Freedom and Liberty. God, Religion, Freedom, Peace, Family – these things combined are labeled the Title of Liberty, for Liberty is only achieved by remembering and being good stewards in all of these areas.

What Do the Scriptures Teach Us About War?

When it comes to war and the question regarding when war is justified should we rely on the opinions of men or the words of God? I believe that any question can be solved by turning to God, and His words spoken through, or written by, His prophets.

What is the difference between Agency, Freedom and Liberty?

Wherefore, men are free according to the flesh; and all things are given them which are expedient unto man. And they are free to choose liberty and eternal life, through the great Mediator of all men, or to choose captivity and death, according to the captivity and power of the devil; for he seeketh that all men might be miserable like unto himself (2 Nephi 2:27)…

Must We Be Independents to Have Independence?

The Founders believed that America should be organized in a way that allows people the freedom to pursue and obtain the basic necessities of life. The idea of the American Dream is that anyone could become a commercial success… Jefferson said you can’t have independence unless you are a nation of independents. If you are a nation of dependents you won’t be free…

What is the Gospel of Liberty?

This is still God’s world. The forces of evil, working through some mortals, have made a mess of a good part of it. But it is still God’s world. In due time, when each of us has had a chance to prove ourselves–including whether or not we are going to stand up for freedom…

Can Paleo-Conservatives and Neo-Conservatives really Unite for Freedom?

I think the key is that we unite on Freedom, as the Founding Fathers did. They didn’t agree on everything except that they wanted Freedom from Tyranny. I can accept that we’re not all going to agree on everything, but are there certain issues that we must agree on in order to truly unite?, to truly support freedom?