We all want assurance, but the Lord reminds us that signs follow faith—not the other way around. What can we learn from those who demanded signs in scripture, and how do we cultivate faith first?
This phrase is often quoted, but what does it really mean to not be weary in well-doing? When burnout, discouragement, and fatigue creep in, how do we keep going? John looks at some of the most powerful language about the kingdom of God and what it means for us today.
Why does the Lord repeatedly tell us to open our mouths in sharing the gospel? If we feel hesitant, is it fear or something else? John explores how speaking up in small ways can have a big impact.
Have you ever noticed that testimony starts with "test" and question begins with "quest"? John explores why spiritual understanding often requires trials, struggles, and searching for answers.
When the Lord commanded that every man receive according to his "wants and needs," did He mean luxuries, or did "wants" have a different meaning back then? John discusses how language changes affect our understanding of the law of consecration.
Is your testimony all-or-nothing? Section 50 describes a testimony that grows “brighter and brighter until the perfect day.” John explores why faith is more like a sunrise than a light switch and how to move from doubt to belief.
Spiritual gifts aren’t just for prophets—they’re meant for you! But which ones should you seek? John discusses the gifts listed in section 46, how they benefit the Church, and what President Marvin J. Ashton taught about “less conspicuous” gifts like listening, caring, and avoiding contention.
Wars and rumors of wars, plagues, desolation—section 45 outlines troubling events of the last days. But in the middle of these warnings, Christ says, Be not troubled. How can we balance preparation with faith? And what does it mean to “stand in holy places”?
The scriptures warn about "sleeping nations" and tell us to "awake, awake!" But what if we’re spiritually snoozing without realizing it? John breaks down how we can wake up and avoid spiritual procrastination.
You’ve heard it before—If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear. But did you know that phrase comes straight from Doctrine and Covenants 38? John explores what it really means, why preparation eliminates fear, and how it fits into the Lord’s warnings about the last days.