I was asked to teach Sunday school earlier today, and the lesson is tomorrow, so I figure I need to organize a few thoughts. The lesson is intended to cover Jesus's triumphant entry to Jerusalem, confrontations at the temple, and instructions to his disciples about the coming Kingdom. Of course this material appears 3 different... Continue Reading →
Indexing and The Atonement
I’m fairly certain the bishop asked me to speak because of a text message I sent the Bishopric during General Conference about how much indexing I’d done. Lest you think I’m some genuinely righteous Saint filled with the Spirit of Elijah, most people who know me well would suggest, like most people in my profession,... Continue Reading →
The Light In The Desert Is The Light On The Hill
What follows are a few thoughts I had while reading and preparing for Sunday school this week. Why was Jesus rejected by many Jews in 1st century Judea who earnestly and desperately sought the promised Messiah? These were people whose national identity was tied to possessing and ruling over a land promised to them by... Continue Reading →
Welcome to The Monkey House
For the last couple of years I knew it was happening, but I couldn't help myself because I thought, and still think, it's important. I know people get really annoyed at that one person, usually a dude, who just won't let it drop. I have totally been that dude. I speak of course of my... Continue Reading →
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