God doesn't ask us to be heresy hunters. We need to be willing to mourn with those that mourn, even as others criticize what we consider to be holy. And loving people will always be more important than making sure everyone is aware of your orthodoxy.
Book Review: Joseph Spencer’s “The Vision of All” Part I, A Commentary on Nephi’s Isaiah
I'm always grateful for an honest attempt to explain Isaiah to us lay members of the Church. When reading the Book of Mormon, it is made clear that understanding Isaiah is absolutely vital. But the moment we hit 2 Nephi's extensive quoting of Isaiah, we give up. We're caught in this endless conundrum, always feeling... Continue Reading →
Book review: “Perspectives on Mormon Theology: Apologetics”
Another great book from the publishers at Greg Kofford books. The term apologetics is unfamiliar to some, but it is basically defined as an attempt to defend religious claims. Even if you haven't heard of apologetics, Mormonism at its core requires some form of engagement with it. At its core, Mormonism, like Christianity as a... Continue Reading →