Tag: Works

By their works

By Their Works- How to Recognize True Messengers (Part 2)

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Many in the world claim to be called by or sent from God. As the old adage goes, “Actions speak louder than words.” In connection with part one of this subject, “By Their Words”, we’ll explore the scriptures for the pattern of actions of those who are truly God’s Servants. Please join us in this study that we might all better discern and not be deceived!

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Saved by grace after all we can do

Saved By Grace, After All We Can Do

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Are we saved by grace or works? The interplay between these concepts is important to understand, and potentially devastating to get wrong. Nephi’s phrase “saved by grace after all we can do” has confused latter-day gentiles for centuries. What does “after all we can do” even mean? What can someone do to “qualify” for grace? Who’s the recipient of the grace of Jesus Christ?

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Commanded in all things

Commanded in All Things – Unwresting the Scriptures

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Are those who seek to be “commanded in all things” slothful and unwise servants? Or are there deeper principles to the D&C 58 revelation that need further exploration? Alma teaches us to “counsel with the Lord in all thy doings, and he will direct thee for good.” How does one reconcile these two statements and develop a healthy servant relationship with the Lord?

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