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The Problem of Evil and Some LDS Perspectives, Or, We Are All Statistics Till the Conflict Is Over
Shame and Anger: A Response to Small Miracles in a World of Big Pain and Evil Latter-day Saints and other Christians I know sometimes share faith-promoting stories of how a…
David L. Paulsen on the Problem of Evil
Many thanks to Matt W. at New Cool Thang for mentioning the outstanding speech by David L. Paulsen, “Joseph Smith and the Problem of Evil.” This is an excellent summary…
Daniel Peterson Quotes a Questionable LDS Apologist, But the Rest of His Presentation Was Good
At the recent FAIR Conference, among the very interesting presentations was Daniel Peterson’s excellent reminder about the gaps and fallacies in the commonly mentioned CES Letter. His talk, “Some Reflections…
2014 Fair Conference: Ty Mansfield on Sexual Identity and Same-Sex Attraction from an LDS Perspective
The recent 2014 Fair Conference, held Aug. 7-8, 2014 in Provo, offers a great selection of faith-strengthening perspectives from a broad mix of speakers. Topics include same-sex attraction, the Book…
What American’s Open Borders Mean in a World with Ebola: An Easy But Hopefully Wrong Prophecy
Have you read Laurie Garrett’s piece for ForeignPolicy.com, “You Are Not Nearly Scared Enough About Ebola“? It deserves more attention and perhaps a bit more healthy fear. Join me in…
A Standing Ovation for Sharon Eubank and “This Is a Woman’s Church”
At the FAIR Conference a few days ago, a rare standing ovation was given for Sharon Eubank, Director of LDS Charities, who gave a bold talk on women in the…
The Factory Price, Or, The Price of Friendship
A scene from the markets at Dong Tai Road. Shortly after coming to China, we made friends with some of the merchants in a classic old market street called Dongtai…
Hurray for Mary Higby Schweitzer: Working Mom, Christian, and Dangerous Scientist
The Book of Mormon warns against some of the many fallacies made by the elite and educated ranks who find many reasons to mock religion and deny Jesus Christ (e.g.,…
The Border Crisis, Unaccompanied Minors, and the Downside of Compassion
With thousands of unaccompanied minors streaming across the increasingly porous borders of the United States, there is an obvious need for compassion for these children. But compassion comes in many…
Kate Kelly, Ordain Women, and Foxconn: The Importance of Asking Questions
Kate Kelly’s story as presented in the media is a compelling one, stirring and resonating with the emotions of many. A lone woman stands up to a big male-dominated organization,…
