Esau Ended Up with the Birthright (Kind Of)
When we examine the full arc of Jacob and Esau’s story, Jacob’s underhanded obtaining of the blessing becomes a powerful polemic against strife and deceit.
Uruk: A Possible Historical Setting for the Tower of Babel
Does the Tower of Babel story recount an actual historical event? The city of Uruk in early Mesopotamian history bears striking parallels to this biblical tale.
Data: Use of Modern (Non-KJV) Bible Translations among Latter-day Saints
The results of a (very ad hoc) study I conducted on how often Latter-day Saints use non-KJV translations of the Bible, and the main reasons they do or do not.
The King James Version vs. Modern Bible Translations: Pros and Cons
Why is the King James Version (KJV) the official English Bible used by Latter-day Saints? What are its advantages? What are the advantages of supplementing it with a more modern translation? If I do, which modern translation should I use?
4 More Troubleshooting Questions for Prayer
Four self-assessment “troubleshooting” questions to ask ourselves when we’re petitioning the heavens with faith but seem to be getting no response.
Why We Need Angels in Addition to the Holy Ghost
The scriptures abound with promises that angels can attend us. But what role can angels play in our lives that the Holy Ghost doesn’t already fill?
Righteousness: It’s About Quality, Not Quantity
Sometimes we can feel overwhelmed by the many things we feel commanded to do. But God cares more about quality (who we are) than quantity (what we get done).
Prayer: A Troubleshooting Guide
When an appliance misfunctions, we troubleshoot it. This post offers a “troubleshooting guide” for some common reasons we fail to receive answers to prayers.
Developing the Technique of Prayer
When we fail to receive answers to our prayers, often the solution lies not in increasing our faith or desire, but in developing better technique.
The Power of Emotional Mindfulness
Emotional mindfulness is a prerequisite to taking responsibility for our emotions and developing full emotional self-control. But how do we develop it?