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Jul 2nd, 2009 by larrybarkdull
Despite our best efforts, one of our children may pass away having never abandoned his wayward ways. Is he lost? Have we failed? Not necessarily. The Lord also anticipated this eventuality, and the work of redemption goes on. Continue Reading »
Jun 18th, 2009 by larrybarkdull
(This article is adapted from The Three Pillars of Zion. You can download a free Sampler of this new Zion series at www.PillarsOfZion.com.)
We cannot understand Zion without understanding her opposite: Babylon. A look back at Babylon’s founders in action gives us a template of what we should be avoiding today. Babylon was and is the antithesis of Zion. Continue Reading »
Jun 16th, 2009 by larrybarkdull
I just finished the website for my new 5-book Zion series. Get a free Sampler at www.PillarsOfZion.com. And please help me spread the word by telling your friends to get the Sampler.
Jun 11th, 2009 by larrybarkdull
(This article was adapted from my soon-to-be-released series The Three Pillars of Zion. You may receive a free Sampler of this series at www.PillarsOfZion.com)
Zion is built upon three covenants or pillars. The first of these pillars is the New and Everlasting Covenant. No doctrine has ever been revealed that is more glorious than is this covenant. When we abide in it, we remain absolutely safe. Here is an example of a faithful couple, who found safety in the Covenant. Continue Reading »
Jun 3rd, 2009 by larrybarkdull
Within the Plan of Salvation is a personal plan of salvation for each of us. It might require the appearance of an angel, or it might come as a series of quiet steps over an extended period of time. Two things are certain: the plan is in place, and the Maker of the plan is working the plan. Here are letters from parents, who attest to the reality of God’s plan of salvation for their children…and have seen it work! Continue Reading »
May 27th, 2009 by larrybarkdull
When we think about the restoration of the priesthood, we often stop at John the Baptist and Peter, James and John. But, in fact, they were only the beginning. The priesthood is a much larger principle with powers that challenge the boundaries of our appreciation. Once we begin to comprehend the full extent of what happened, we gain an understanding of how Zion might be established in a life, a marriage, a family, or in a priesthood society. Continue Reading »
May 20th, 2009 by larrybarkdull
During the past year as I have been writing my column, Rescuing Wayward Children, I have discovered that common themes continue to emerge. I have compiled a list of quick answers for parents to some difficult questions. Continue Reading »
May 13th, 2009 by larrybarkdull
(Note: This article has been adapted from a soon-to-be-released, 5-book doctrinal series, called, The Three Pillars of Zion.)
Why was the man, Melchizedek, chosen to be a model of a Zionlike priesthood holder? A brief review of his life and example provide answers. Because we assume the name Melchizedek when we are ordained to the high priesthood, we are expected to likewise assume the works of Melchizedek. If we do, we might expect to achieve similar results. Continue Reading »
May 6th, 2009 by larrybarkdull
Mormon foresaw an epidemic of latter-day wayward children. Few families are not touched by the prevailing sickness. Continue Reading »
Apr 29th, 2009 by larrybarkdull
(Note: This article is adapted from The Three Pillars of Zion, a series of books on becoming a Zion person. This series of books will be released in August.)
The Book of Mormon truly contains the fulness of gospel truth. One truth concerns the priesthood-its purpose and its proper use. To teach us that truth, Mormon included an abbreviated life study of King Benjamin that culminated with his unabridged speech. Something magnificent happened because Benjamin applied to the priesthood’s purpose and proper use. This account becomes the priesthood model for every father, priesthood holder with a calling, and priesthood leader. Continue Reading »