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Gospel Doctrine: Deathbed Repentance

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Perhaps one of the most misunderstood quotes in scripture comes in Luke 23:43. As Jesus hangs on the cross, a thief also hangs to his side, acknowledging that his punishment is just while the Savior has done no wrong. Jesus then answers, “To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.” So many have taken to heart the possibility that a deathbed repentance will lead to eternal glory, but this is not so. According to the Prophet Joseph Smith, the aforementioned phrase meant that the Savior and the thief would be in the world of spirits that very day. At … Continue reading →

Six Ways To Protect Your Home From Thieves While You’re On Vacation

You’ve waited an entire year for this—your family’s summer vacation. Whether you decide to fly to an exotic location for a few weeks or are just planning to spend a few days camping in the great outdoors, nothing can ruin a wonderful family outing than coming home and discovering you’ve been robbed. It is a grim reality that I often overlook. I get so caught up with the planning, packing, reconfirming reservations, and ironing out other logistics that the thought of an unwelcome houseguest invading our space often gets put on the back burner. Now it’s all I can think … Continue reading →