View from the Rim

A podcast version of the Interfaith Service that I conducted for the Camporee this weekend. Subject matter Luke 10:25-37 Uncredited cameo from the Book of Mormon, Another Testament of Jesus Christ Mosiah 2:17 and God Bless America for the closing.

A primer of temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and singing Oh What Songs of the Heart #286 in the Hymnal of the Church of Jesus Christ. And the Pocatello Idaho Open House. Tabernacle Choir link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_NCGrwn4o8

A discussion of turning  away from the light of Christ, and the need to return. Also a little singing. Here is the link to the lyrics. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/music/library/hymns/o-savior-thou-who-wearest-a-crown?lang=eng

Not a long episode, but in my view, one of the most important. I asked myself what I should share, and it wasn't deep doctrine, it wasn't the mysteries of the kingdom, but a simple testimony that Christ lives!. 

A discussion of Section 88 of the Doctrine & Covenants https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/88?lang=eng

A discussion of a talk by Neil L. Anderson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Also a song, hymn #177 in the hymnal, Tis Sweet to Sing the Matchless Love.

Murdered while under state custody in Carthage, IL, June 27, 1844. Millions will know Brother Joseph again.

Title pretty much says it all, though it is a personal journey. Still wake up not fully believing that I am a member of the Camp Geiger Staff. The quotation that took so long to get was Mosiah 2:17 in The Book of Mormon Another Testament of Jesus Christ. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/mosiah/2?lang=eng

A discussion of Robert Jennens, and the loss of a dear personal friend.  AFSP.org 800-273-8255 or Text TALK to 741741

A brief review of the Independence Missouri Stake Conference this past weekend. Miracles can and do happen, are we looking for them? Also commentary on the brotherhood and sisterhood of all who follow Christ, regardless of denominations.

The title says it all. "Please Forgive" has replaced "He was despised" from Messiah as my favorite aria. Links to a video of "He was despised" as well as the Beebe's music publishing website. Choir, solos, piano music. All in one place. He was despised https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUYsdQPNRGc And Larice Music  https://www.hymns.com/ Please Forgive, Lyrics by Barbara Dykstra and Music by La...

A Mother's Day tribute to those ordained by God to nurture His Children on earth, and a song. Oh My Father. Hymn no. 292 in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints hymnal. 

To grow faith in Christ, one needs to believe, and choose to believe.  Matthew 13 Moroni 10 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/49nelson?lang=eng

Some thoughts on belonging sharing from President Ballard's talk from the General Conference, and also The Chosen, a video series. If you haven't watched it, you should. You can watch for free on The Chosen app, or on TheChosen. Tv.  Here is  the link to the talk. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/28ballard?lang=eng

Leaving dead things (sin, pain, anger) behind and starting anew, a conversion process. Luke 24:4-8 and a cautionary tale Remember Lot's wife Luke 17:32-33. Do not regret leaving those things behind.  I hope to spend a lot more time exploring my beliefs on this page. These are the things that matter, eternally. 

A reading from John 20 KJV. Discussion of the Resurrection, and a testimony. Too much contention prevents our homes from being sanctuaries. What have we done with our time during the pandemic. 

Denied by his Chief Apostle, rejected by those who hailed him King just days before, Christ stands alone before Pilate and Herod, and ultimately, alone on the cross, willingly gives his life, that we may all live again.

As Christ partook of the Passover Seder with his disciples, his mortal journey was nearly over. Proxy work for the dead in the temples of God. The suffering of Gethsemane and the looming cross. Temple slideshow with the music "Come to the temple" from the City of Joseph Pageant in Nauvoo. (61) Photo slideshow - YouTube

The parable of the two sons. The shadow of the cross starts to loom over the last week of the Savior's life. Matthew 21:28-32 Also discussing the miraculous group on Facebook Worldwide Unified, and its global prayer roll. (on the podcast I called it Worldwide United, sorry)

A reading of Luke 20:1-8 KJV.  Doing the right thing to let God's will prevail. And a review of my favorite hymn. #286  (60) Oh, What Songs of the Heart - YouTube

A reading of Matthew 21:1-11 KJV, and a discussion of Palm Sunday. Will you stand with the Savior or will you choose the murderer when given a choice? #Startingtoday will you forgive as the Savior did? Even yourself?

Two weeks to Easter, the Passion of Christ. The need to not judge ourselves, or others. Or ourselves. Only Christ is fit to judge.

A wonderful little tale of a composer, in a low time of his life, who was brought to his highest peak by letting God's will prevail within him.

A message based on the Easter holiday. Starting today, what will you do to change your life. To make your life closer to the Savior? To let God's will prevail within you? An ad campaign of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, meant to bring the world together. To bring hope to all. Here is the link for it. (48) Starting Today - YouTube

As we prepare for Easter, are we doing what we can to let God operate in our lives? To make the sacrifice of his son more than a next life event?