Candace Salima's comments

Absalom, O Absalom - Children Who Go Astray - Blog Entry

06 Apr 2006 12:45 PM

Hi Dan,

I realize that you were looking for something deeper - which is why I touched on the sealing power with Joseph Smith, Jr.'s quote:

". . . that the eternal sealings of faithful parents and the divine promises made to them for valiant service in the Cause of Truth, would save not only themselves, but likewise their posterity. Though some of the sheep may wander, the eye of the Shepherd is upon them, and sooner or later they will feel the tentacles of Divine Providence reaching out after them and drawing them back to the fold. Either in this life or the life to come, they will return. They will have to pay their debt to justice; they will suffer for their sins; and may tread a thorny path; but if it leads them at last, like the penitent Prodigal, to a loving and forgiving father's heart and home, the painful experience will not have been in vain. Pray for your careless and disobedient children; hold on to them with your faith. Hope on, trust on, till you see the salvation of God."

My brother also left the church, literally fled as far away as he could. He declared it false, worthless and treated that great treasure of the gospel with the greatest of disdain. There was a time when my parents ever despaired of seeing him back within the fold of the church. The one day, through startling circumstances, my brother started see that things were different. He'd committed armed robbery, he served time in a vile California prison, he was addicted to cigarettes and various drugs, and many more horrifying things. He turned his life around - through gentle caring and urging of my parents. Through the sealing power of the priesthood and the Holly Ghost's gentle whispers, he turned his life around.

Dan, I've seen happen this too many times to distrust that it can't happen in anyone's mortal life. There are great, great promises to the faithful parents who sought after the kingdom of God through ordinances and covenants. There are many things that will happen in the world to come - some we understand, some we don't. This is not the forum to address those sacred things. If you'd like to email me away from this forum I can share with you the things I have learned. But Br. Joseph does touch on what you are talking about in the above quote.

Interview with International Author, L.S. Keilbart - Blog Entry

06 Apr 2006 03:51 AM

Linda is in the process of getting her website up and running, which she hopes to have completed in the next few days. In the meantime, for anyone who would like to order her book you can contact her directly at scanlan@srt.com with One in the subject line. She'll work out the details until the website is up and running.

It's a delightful young reader book to add to your children's library.

Dishonoring the Dead - Blog Entry

06 Apr 2006 03:47 AM

I agree with you wholeheartedly! Our soliders are our life's blood and the line of defense between us and the enemy. They have my undying gratitude and that editor not only needs to lose his job but quickly needs a transfer to a 3rd world country where freedoms do not abound.

BYU Football - Spring Ball - Blog Entry

06 Apr 2006 02:18 AM

We'll have to see how it all plays out. I don't think he'll be able to remain the defensive coordinator AND the head coach for much longer. Eventually he's going to have to give up the defensive end. But BYU has gone back to the old Cougar style of defense -- I think we're going to see great progress on the defensive end of the field now.

Scripture Study - Candace E. Salima Style - Blog Entry

06 Apr 2006 02:16 AM

It's very rewarding and takes you deeper into the understanding of the gospel as you avail yourself of all the resources available.

Dumb, Dumber and Dumbest! Help! - Blog Entry

06 Apr 2006 02:15 AM

I know! When I read that about the letter bomb I thought it was just desserts. I was laughing so hard simply because the man intended to hurt so many people and ended up killing himself in the process because of sheer stupidity. I know I need to be kinder - but wow, talk about fate biting you on the butt!

Unrighteous Dominion: Spouse to Spouse, Parent to Child, Child to Parent - Blog Entry

06 Apr 2006 02:14 AM

Thank you - this situation has affected so many people that I felt compelled to address it. I was glad that I such good information from apostles and prophets which guarantees the truth of the promises.

General Conference - The words of Prophets & Apostles - Blog Entry

05 Apr 2006 01:19 PM

So very true, Lisa. www.lds.org has a wealth of information for those of any faith. Latter-day believe in God, we believe in Jesus Christ -- we are Christians. And so any Christian looking to draw closer to their God, regardless of faith, will find a treasure trove of information on that website. Thanks for pointing that out.

Review: Overstock.com - Blog Entry

05 Apr 2006 12:37 PM

Oh yeah, Overstock is a great place! I'm constantly searching their website for things I can afford no other way. Currently checking on mattress toppers.

My Top Ten Book List - For Now - Blog Entry

05 Apr 2006 11:58 AM

Og Mandino? No. I'll check for his work at Amazon. Thanks for the recommendation.