Among the most frequently asked questions of Church leaders are, Why does a just God allow bad things to happen, especially to good people? Why are those who are righteous and in the Lord’s service not immune from such tragedies? While we do not know all the answers, we do know important principles that allow [...]
There’s a country and western song by Garth Brooks called “Unanswered Prayers”. My favorite two lines of that song are: “Sometimes I thank God for unanswered prayers. Just because he may not answer doesn’t mean he don’t care.” The following true story is an example of an unanswered prayer for our son, for which we [...]
“We live in terribly complex times. We are confronted by very serious problems. Some of us are faced with sickness, with economic difficulties, with worry and concern over many matters. Our refuge, our peace, our well-being lie in walking in the way of the Lord.” –Gordon B. Hinckley, “Inspirational Thoughts”, Liahona, Feb 2007, 2–6
“I say to all men—Jew and Gentile, great and small, rich and poor—that the Lord Almighty has power within himself and is not dependent upon any man, to carry on his work; but when he does call men to do his work they have to trust in him”(Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Wilford Woodruff, p. [...]
Star Wars Episode IV – A New Hope (Wikipedia) During the final fight scene Skywalker is flying down in the crevasse getting ready to try and make the miracle shot down the shaft. He pulls down his computer to tell him when to fire, and he hears Obi-Wan’s voice. Luke, Trust your feelings. Use the [...]
