Patheos Articles - Mormonism

Death and Resurrection

James Faulconer — Wed Mar 27 18:00:00 UTC 2013

I still don't understand this central teaching of Christianity, that Christ suffered for my sins and died on the cross for my salvation. But I believe what I do not understand.

The Gift of the Holy Ghost

James Faulconer — Wed Mar 13 18:00:00 UTC 2013

Having the Holy Spirit doesn't mean power, will, and vainglory. It means meekness, love, and moral excellence.

A Mormon Understanding of Repentance and Baptism

James Faulconer — Wed Mar 06 19:00:00 UTC 2013

After repentance and baptism, the world ought to appear to us as a different place.

Organized Religion ... or Not?

James Faulconer — Thu Feb 21 19:00:00 UTC 2013

Despite the risks, the communal nature of life necessitates organization, but we need repentance and rich charity to make it work.

Mastery and Letting Go

James Faulconer — Wed Feb 13 19:00:00 UTC 2013

The paradox is that when we give up the desire for mastery we first become slaves and then we become members of the family of God.

The Kingdom of God: Here and Now

James Faulconer — Thu Feb 07 19:00:00 UTC 2013

To the degree that Christians postpone the kingdom of God for another world at another time -- or beyond space and time -- we fail to understand Jesus.