Edward Merrill

I read. I watch. I think. I teach.

[Edward Merrill @EdMerrill414]

@thesurefoundtn @Mormonger I’m gonna sing Saturday even harder…

[Edward Merrill @EdMerrill414]

@RykerJackson97 As a missionary, many would tell us they were born Shinto, married Christian, and will die Buddhist. Seems more culture than religion for many. But there is strong faith and powerful obedience there. Some really incredible members. Always felt that God has big Plans for Japan.

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@ATrueMillennial @actsofapostles_ For me, at least, the key is taking the time beforehand to get a confirmation that the leader making the call is called of God. If I have that witness in my heart, a calling (everything) is much easier to accept despite my own circumstances. It also engenders sympathy for them.

[Edward Merrill @EdMerrill414]

@ATrueMillennial The struggle is real.

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@ATrueMillennial *the

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@ATrueMillennial Good call. That fits well with original meaning of the word despise.

[Dallin H. Oaks @OaksDallinH]

You are sons and daughters of a Heavenly Father who loves you, who shares your concerns, who listens to your prayers, and who honors your service.

[Quentin L. Cook @CookQuentinL]

In a world where so much information is available, it is increasingly important to be certain that what we accept as truth is grounded in eternal principles.

The Lord’s scriptures, especially the Book of Mormon, will be even more important in our day than they were for prior generations.

I recently shared at a BYU devotional that we need to slow down enough to listen to the Spirit and allow Him to direct us. We must all learn to use technology as a servant, not a master.

The future of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and our very civilization depend on members and individuals who have deep faith, moral courage, and the ability to navigate an increasingly complex world.

The Lord will continue to provide prophets who will guide and focus us on the most important principles. The Lord’s prophets will help this generation move forward and confidently accomplish His purposes.

Please do not be discouraged as we all face these unique challenges. You will be blessed. Let us never forget that it was not easy for the Savior in the volatile world, during his mortal sojourn—especially in his final hours as he accomplished the Atonement.

I am grateful for our Savior’s ultimate sacrifice in our behalf. I am also grateful for living prophets who can provide us with the guidance we need in our day. President Dallin H. Oaks will provide that spiritually powerful legacy.

[Edward Merrill @EdMerrill414]

@FatherChrisVor1 You’ve misunderstood what the work for the dead is. It’s not a 2nd chance, it’s A chance. The BoM clearly teaches repentance in this life (Alma 34 attached, many other such examples). The work for the dead is only about opportunity, but Christ is the arbiter of that.

[Edward Merrill @EdMerrill414]

@TheRyanSmith3 @jaredadairbell Definitely beautifully sung here.

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@ClarkG_Gilbert Thank you! I look forward to hearing the talk you mentioned.

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@jkimballcook I’m curious as to why you feel that way. Do you see some sort of benefit or deeper understanding coming out of that?

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@limedoorstudio @actsofapostles_ I think Nephi tells us exactly why he did this in chapter 25 onward. When I read those as a sort of explanation or expansion of the Isaiah he quoted, things seem to come together.

[Edward Merrill @EdMerrill414]

@StevensonGaryE This isn’t really an answer, but it’s where I have to start.

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@jaredadairbell “And even so I have sent mine everlasting covenant into the world, to be a light to the world, and to be a standard for my people, and for the Gentiles to seek to it, and to be a messenger before my face to prepare the way before me.” D&C 45:9.
Covenants=Christ

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@GerritWGong I found your talk incredibly interesting Elder Gong. Thank you. I need to read or listen to it again to digest it better. It was spiritually striking.

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@bfwebster @BradenDisguised My experience has been that reading the handbook to find out the calling you are actually meant to be magnifying is huge. It really helps you have clarity, which in turn opens you up for direction by the spirit. It also helps keep you from becoming overwhelmed.

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@ericweinstein Eric, I just wanted to say that I appreciate you voicing this and your steadfastness in refusing to project faux certainty about things no one could possibly be certain about. I’ve been staring at my ballot for over a week feeling quite lost. Existential dread maybe. Not sure.