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Scripture Motivation: Lay Hold Upon the Word

Timothy R. Berman

When it comes to reading the scriptures, we are able to come to know of their worth and truthfulness. By careful study and understanding of the scriptures, we are able to come to know them. How we liken the scriptures unto ourselves is through visualization of the people, the events, and situations. What is the situation? How does it relate to my own circumstance? By likening the scriptures, we grow, learn, and receive personal insight and inspiration. Nephi shares this with us when he said: I did liken all scriptures unto us, that it might be for our profit and learning” (1 Nephi 19:23). Through likening the scriptures - we also learn the principles and truths from our Heavenly Father. Finally, we want to ponder - or meditate - upon those things that are revealed through our scripture study. By meditating, we ask questions, look for the practical applications and solutions.

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General Conference October 2021: A Time of Personal Reflection and Revelation

Timothy R. Berman

As President Russell M. Nelson provided his opening remarks to the October 2021 General Conference - we learn that the focus of our attention is to understand three things: Pure Teaching, Pure Doctrine of Christ, and Pure Revelation. Reflecting on this message, how have you come to understand these three principle truths? What are you struggling with when it comes to your faith in Christ? Faith in the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ? and where do you feel lacking when it comes to revelation and the ministering of the Holy Spirit? Knowing that personal revelation comes through our daily commitment to scripture study, prayerfully reflecting and meditating on teachings from Church Leaders and those within our own community, and through personal fellowship and service toward others: how does this help build up your faith and testimony? Please share your comments, thoughts, and feel free to ask any questions in the comment section below. Share this with others through your social media platforms as well.

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Scripture Motivation: The Power of the Word

Timothy R. Berman

The scriptures are filled with gripping stories and challenging exhortations. People read and study from them because they are central to their lives and faith. Scriptures provide answers to the big issues in life - Who God is, Christ's infinite atonement and the plan of salvation, Life, death, love, sin, moral guidance, resilient and bold faith, overcoming and enduring persecution and times of despondence.

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Brigham Young's Pericope on the Nature of Salvation and Exaltation

Timothy R. Berman

 Photo by Philip Ackermann on Pexels.com Ours is an undisciplined age. The old disciplines are breaking down, and the foundations of society appear to be crumbling. The discipline of the home seems to be vanishing in the new psychology which teaches: parents obey your children! The discipline of the schoolroom is becoming anathema, according to… Continue reading Brigham Young's Pericope on the Nature of Salvation and Exaltation

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14 Personality Traits that Hold us Spiritually Captive

Timothy R. Berman

The antidote to our spiritual captivity is rooting ourselves in Jesus Christ. This is where our mindful and prayerful study through the Book of Mormon will take us this year. Want to have a true and real authentic spiritual influence and impact in your life? Spend some time reading through the Book of Mormon.

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David Padfields Faulty and False Bible and Book of Mormon Comparisons

Timothy R. Berman

 When it comes to comparing the Bible with the Book of Mormon - Christian Apologist make claims that are misleading and not in accord with truth or fact. David Padfields makes erroneous claims when it comes to his brief comparison of the Bible and the Book of Mormon. These claims are regurgitated perpetuation of very… Continue reading David Padfields Faulty and False Bible and Book of Mormon Comparisons

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Christ in Ancient Americas – A Compelling Evidence of the Book of Mormon’s Authenticity

Timothy R. Berman

The Book of Mormon has always been a stumbling block for many evangelical Christians. Many attempts have given over to some interesting theories of how this text came about. One of the main criticisms is that there is no archaeological evidence to substantiate any people, person, place, or event recorded in the Book of Mormon… Continue reading Christ in Ancient Americas – A Compelling Evidence of the Book of Mormon’s Authenticity

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Unlike any other Good News

Timothy R. Berman

For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.~ Romans 1:16, KJV ~ Feast upon the words of Christ - 2 Nephi 32:3 The words of Christ are not like any… Continue reading Unlike any other Good News

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Come Follow Me – Our Spiritual Call to Action

Timothy R. Berman

Damascus Way Recovery is looking forward to a new year of spiritual growth, enlightenment, and deepening one's faith in Christ and God. This past year has been one of focus on developing a mindful Christian life. Going into the 2020 is no different and will continue to maintain the foundation of living a focused and… Continue reading Come Follow Me – Our Spiritual Call to Action

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Burying our swords of rebellion

Timothy R. Berman

... all the people were assembled together, they took their swords, and all the weapons which were used for the shedding of man’s blood, and they did bury them up deep in the earth. ~ Alma 24:17, Book of Mormon ~ When one comes to the awareness of their powerlessness over substance use, and the subsequent inability… Continue reading Burying our swords of rebellion

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Confident and Assured in Our Faithfulness

Timothy R. Berman

...I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded, for I know the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of Men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they may accomplish the thing which he commanded them. ~ 1 Nephi Chapter 3 ~ People approach recovery with the false… Continue reading Confident and Assured in Our Faithfulness

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Through Our Obedience We Shall Prosper

Timothy R. Berman

Today's Reading ~ 1 Nephi 2 ~  And inasmuch as ye shall keep my commandments, ye shall prosper, and shall be led to a land of promise; yea, even a land which I have prepared for you; yea a land which is choice above all other lands God calls us out of our captivity and… Continue reading Through Our Obedience We Shall Prosper

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Nature and Understanding of God

Timothy R. Berman

We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.  ~ First Article of Faith ~ ... all things denote there is a God; yea, even the earth, and all things that are upon the face of it, yea, and its motion, yea, and also all the planets which move in their regular… Continue reading Nature and Understanding of God

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How opposition is beneficial to our authentic Christian life

Timothy R. Berman

For it must needs be, there is an opposition in all things ~ 2 Nephi 2:11 ... it is as necessary that we should have difficulties to contend with, in order to make intelligent provision for our spiritual concerns, as it is that we should have the winter frosts and stormy weather to enable us… Continue reading How opposition is beneficial to our authentic Christian life

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Let Us Nourish and Fortify Our Faith in these Last Days

Timothy R. Berman

To strengthen our testimonies and protect ourselves from error, we must constantly nourish and fortify our faith We are in a unique time period of human mortality. The days seem to be growing shorter and shorter. Hearts of men are beginning to fail. News reports are full of human tragedies and events that leave us… Continue reading Let Us Nourish and Fortify Our Faith in these Last Days