by Ashley Morales | Jun 9, 2017 | Mormon Beliefs
There is some disagreement among Latter-day Saints concerning humankind’s effect on the environment and climate. Although this article will not make overt political statements or analyze scientific studies on the matter, it will address what we know from the gospel...
by Ashley Morales | Jun 8, 2017 | Mormon Beliefs
I once read an interesting quote—“Art is how we decorate space. Music is how we decorate time.” I’m afraid that I don’t know who originated the quote, but I’m sure you would agree that it’s a striking description of what music is. It’s no secret that music has been a...
by Ashley Morales | Jun 8, 2017 | Mormon Beliefs
One of the most vital characteristics of both the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthoods is that they cannot be used for your own benefit; they can only be employed in the service of others. The Melchizedek priesthood, much like the law of Christ that elevated the Mosaic...
by Ashley Morales | May 26, 2017 | Mormon Beliefs
Another significant anniversary in the history of Mormonism approaches—that of the restoration of the Melchizedek priesthood. On May 28th, 1829, the apostles Peter, James, and John visited Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery and conferred it upon them, bringing the Great...
by Ashley Morales | May 25, 2017 | Mormon Beliefs
Since it’s named after Moses’ brother, it should come as no surprise that the Aaronic priesthood is closely tied with Mosaic law. That law was meant to prepare humankind for the mortal ministry of Jesus Christ, who would then build upon and elevate it to a new level....