It is time for men and women of good will, from all walks of life, and from all faith traditions to set aside their theological differences and become built to love. It’s time to quit being like the Levite and the priest—with our noses so buried in tradition and theology that we overlook or pass by the wounded and the weary along the roadsides of life. We must become more like the Samaritan, who demonstrated pure love. (See Luke 10:25-37.)…
The recent visit of President Nelson with Pope Francis reminds me of what some have referred to as the main difference between Catholics and Mormons. Catholics believe the Pope isn’t infallible even though that is official Catholic doctrine. Mormons believe their prophet is infallible even though that isn’t official Mormon doctrine. If we’re being honest, most Mormons equate obeisance to church leaders and authority with “faithfulness.” But is loyalty to leadership really a qualification for true faithfulness? I’ve been pondering…
God can be hard to find. He is buried. (Matthew 13:44.) “The well is deep” (John 4:11), and because we must dig so deep to find the living water “few there be that find it.” (Matthew 7:14.) But, if you’ve ever felt Love’s pure flow possess your body, you would sell all you have to keep it. (Matthew 13:44.) I’ve felt it. It is real. And my passion in life is to help others tap in to the same flow…
Speaking of rescue boats, they are a good idea. Staying in the boat is also a good idea. But staying in the boat doesn’t mean you have to pretend it’s the Princess Cruises or Royal Caribbean, like so many do. Staying in the boat doesn’t mean you have to joyfully sing songs of praise and honor to the seriously-flawed individual who restored the boat ages ago. Staying in the boat doesn’t mean you have to adore its captain or crew,…
