God wants our lives, our homes, and our discipleship to be orderly. When we exercise faith in Him and are willing to repent, He will invite us into His order, which will enable us to experience peace and calmness.
Establishing Order
Alma organized the church in Zarahemla by choosing and training leaders, welcoming new members, and removing unrepentant members. We can similarly organize our lives by planning well, embracing new opportunities, and letting go of low-value activities.
Trimming My Lamp
To "trim" a lamp is to prepare it to be lit. In the Parable of the Ten Virgins, even the ten wise virgins had to trim their lamps when the bridegroom came. We need to not only build a reserve of oil but also trim our lamps so that we're ready to use them.
A House of Order
I've been listening to Supreme Court arguments the past couple of weeks. In each case, the attorneys are seeking a favorable outcome for their client. But because Supreme Court decisions influence outcomes in lower courts, the justices are focused on the broader implications of their decisions. What principles are they applying in this case, and... Continue Reading →