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December 12, 2007 J. Max Wilson

If Mormons Aren’t Christian Then Is John Milton Christian?

Recently, Brother Micheal Otterson, who is the media relations director for the LDS Church, wrote a wonderful essay on whether or not Mormons are Christians. I recognize that Creedal Christians have a specialized definition of “Christian,” and Later-day Saints are … Continue reading →

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Tagged: are mormons christians?, christian, christianity, lds, literature, milton, mormon, religion

December 6, 2007 J. Max Wilson

If Religion is the Opiate of the Masses then the Family is the Pusher

In my previous post I discussed briefly the theory that Europe is less religious than the U.S. because of a stifled market of religious competition. While I think that religious freedom has certainly played a part, I would like to … Continue reading →

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December 6, 2007 J. Max Wilson

European Cathedrals: “So Inspired … So Grand … So Empty” – Mitt Romney’s “Faith In America” Address [UPDATED with Video]

If you haven’t watched Mitt Romney’s “Faith in America” address, you should take twenty minutes or so and do so. A copy of the address as prepared for delivery is available. However, I recommend watching the speech rather than just … Continue reading →

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November 28, 2007 J. Max Wilson

Original Poetry: Why Osiris is Green

In my previous post I alluded briefly to the linguistic and scriptural interplay between the words “Breath” and “Spirit.” A decade ago I wrote a poem based upon the semantic interplay of words etymologically related to breathing and the spirit, … Continue reading →

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November 26, 2007 J. Max Wilson

LDS Hymns as Military Cadences – Uniting Mind, Body, and Spirit

When people talk about ADD they usually are talking about an inability to focus. Attention disorders are prevalent in my family and, superficially, you might attribute a great deal of my behavior to this standard concept of ADD. In reality, … Continue reading →

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Tagged: add, exercise, inspiration, lds, music, prayer, religion

November 12, 2007 J. Max Wilson

Teachings of the Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith PDF now available at LDS.org

As you probably already know, the new Relief Society/Priesthood manual for next year in the Teachings of the Presidents of the Church series is Joseph Smith. It is already available online for free in PDF format for anyone interested: Teachings … Continue reading →

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August 3, 2007 J. Max Wilson

Confession – Having Doubts About Faith

No, no…this post isn’t about me. I’m not having doubts about my faith. So don’t worry. I just wanted to direct your attention to, and solicit your comments on a great short story entitled “Confession” by a Philosophy student at … Continue reading →

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Category: science
Tagged: evolution, faith, fiction, religion

August 1, 2007 J. Max Wilson

Interesting Statistics Contrasting Atheism and Christianity

In June, the Barna Group published a new study examining the numbers, lifestyles and self-perceptions of American atheists and agnostics in contrast to those who actively participate in the Christian faith. The “No-Faith” segment was defined as anyone who openly … Continue reading →

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Category: politics
Tagged: atheism, christianity, religion

July 27, 2007 J. Max Wilson

LDS Church Releases New Pamphlet on Same-Sex Attraction

The Deseret News reports that the Church has released a new pamphlet on the subject of Same-Sex Attraction. Some excerpts from the pamphlet: These blessings are based on obedience to eternal principles. The importance of families is one of these … Continue reading →

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If Mormons Aren’t Christian Then Is John Milton Christian?

If Religion is the Opiate of the Masses then the Family is the Pusher

European Cathedrals: “So Inspired … So Grand … So Empty” – Mitt Romney’s “Faith In America” Address [UPDATED with Video]

Original Poetry: Why Osiris is Green

LDS Hymns as Military Cadences – Uniting Mind, Body, and Spirit

Teachings of the Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith PDF now available at LDS.org

Confession – Having Doubts About Faith

Interesting Statistics Contrasting Atheism and Christianity

LDS Church Releases New Pamphlet on Same-Sex Attraction

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