View from the Rim

Matthew 25 A written disclaimer to accompany the spoken. This podcast represents my own opinion.

The last two Articles of Faith of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Freedom to choose, protected by the Constitution, we claim the privilege for ourselves, we must accord it to others. And we must stand with them in their claim of privilege.

Let God prevail

Also further elaboration on the question posed in the previous episode, and a lament about those turning away from Christ.

If faith is required for a miracle, why is the Priesthood necessary? And the Book of Mormon and Bible stand as witnesses to Jesus Christ

Spiritual Gifts. Also 2 Nephi 25:26

Restored offices of the ancient church Referred Scripture Ephesians 4:4, 4:11-15 exact quotation- Amos 3:7 "Surely the Lord God will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets" I apologize for the confusion, I had it memorized in Spanish, and was trying to translate it on the fly. 

Priesthood Authority, A story from LeGrand Richards of a Catholic Priest on Temple Square, and more.

The first principles and ordinances of the gospel.

Agency, the elect, and the Atonement of Jesus Christ. And Matthew 25.

Unas canciones y San Lucas capítulo dos.

Remembering singing in Spanish in 10th Grade, before I ever thought I could sing.  Broken Ankle, Covid Positive, Looking for the good in the world.

Sharing feelings on the short video The Christ Child, regarding the stone manger representing an altar, and the magi meeting a jesus who is a toddler, not a babe in swaddling clothes. https://www.comeuntochrist.org/light-the-world-2020/the-christ-child And as a bonus, God's Army II State's of Grace, is one of my favorite movies, in particular with its lesson surrounding the Nativity and the Atonem...

I miss our tradition of going to see Forgotten Carols this year. At least Callie got to go. Every time I think of certain songs, I cry, in a good way. Tonight, I was thinking of Handel, though really, who doesn't daily? Here is the link to the stage play video of Handel from Forgotten Carols  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYNW694FYiY&list=PLx0opJK_wG_jxjWlCW8TpF8negB5IXjCi&index=7 O...

Putting aside the pettiness of politics for a season. Not ignoring it, but working on remembering that God governs in the affairs of men. Also a virtual Hallelujah Chorus in Spain coming up. Attached are a few videos.  2020 lead into Light the World more at comeuntoChrist.org https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyNBpZKYABs President Nelson's message on #GiveThanks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...

Wasn't sure what to do today until I saw a post. Then I knew. Brothers, sisters, we are all together, We feel joy when we express gratitude! 

Listening to Randy Travis' song "Forever and ever, Amen" almost always makes me cry.  What a voice.  What a message. The first half is dealing with religious freedom from colonial times to today, the second half starts with the The Family, A Proclamation to the World. Families are forever. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgJXbIP83A8 Randy Travis singing And The Family, a Proclamation to...

Giving thanks for sacred music, and for those who have led me to truly understand it. As promised, the link to Larice Music https://www.hymns.com/ Also the link to My Country from Threads of Glory https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV-VB5EIKx4 A special thanks to Larry and Alice Beebe, without whom I would not have developed this love like I have, and certainly would never have heard of Threads of Gl...

For the next seven days, I will be doing a series of podcasts and blogs on what I am thankful for, starting with today.  I am grateful that we have a prophet of God leading The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints that is a man of faith, AND a man of science.  Here is the link to his message to the world, and his challenge to us. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlcILxGmVrI His pre...

The Second Article of Faith and how the Articles teach through their structure, the Doctrine of Christ. 1 Corinthians 15:22 KJV "For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive." Doctrine & Covenants 19:11-19 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/19?lang=eng   Reverently and Meekly Now https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/music/library/hymns...

The first discussion of the Articles of Faith of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  Also, missing singing at church, after only one week.  And Eliza R. Snow, and How Great the Wisdom and the Love. Link to the Wentworth Letter https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2002/07/the-wentworth-letter?lang=eng The Articles of Faith https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/stud...

Amazing Grace, the Plan of Salvation, and an alternative to politics.

Starting with a verse in Español, and then discussing the hymn Israel, Israel, God is Calling, and President Nelson's talk in General Conference.

If you have time to listen to 5, it would be helpful for background, but not necessary.  Ether 12:27 is discussed, including a time when a Jehovah Witness read it out of the Book of Mormon in Spain.  Comments, and questions appreciated.