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Gospel Doctrine: Brought Back Into the Fold

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Every time I read the parable of the lost sheep, it makes me scratch my head. It always seems unfair to me that there is more joy over the return of one who wandered than there is over the 99 who had the sense to stay together. Maybe it is my oldest child mentality coming out; like the brother in the prodigal son, I get a little resentful. However, today I took a different (and more accurate) view of the parable. I thought about Sunday Sacrament meetings. When I attend church (as I do every Sunday), no one gets really … Continue reading →

Gospel Doctrine: Seeking Out the Lost

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Luke 15 focuses on three parables of lost items that were reclaimed. In each case, the finder rejoiced exceedingly at relocating their treasure, be it lamb, coin, or child. Every year, stories of those who are physically top the news. The one that stands out most recently was of the family who became lost in a blizzard; the wife and children were saved but the husband, who left the car to seek help, was lost. Hikers, children, and older folks with memory troubles are similarly sought after with great effort, and the nation rejoices when they are found or mourns … Continue reading →

RS/EQ: Sisters Who Long to be Loved

Today I made a phone call that changed my perspective slightly. I already had a good idea of how I was going to approach my lesson, but after this conversation, I decided to revise the lesson (this a lesson I had pondered and prepared for nearly a month). Let me tell you about the call, and then let me challenge you to find a similar conversation in your ward or branch. Several weeks ago, I overheard a comment that we had ‘given up’ on a sister in our branch. This comment shocked me speechless; if you know me, you’d realize … Continue reading →