Archive By Section - Faith
There is an ongoing political and religious debate in the Western media about the true nature of Islam. Many today claim the word “Islam” means “peace,” and that Islam is therefore a religion of peace. This claim, however, is based on a misunderstanding.
December 29, 2015
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Deseret Connect
Deseret News
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Faith
The cultural practices of your religion and the faith and beliefs of your religion are not the same things. One evolves over time, while the other tends to remain fairly stable. What can you do when the two conflict?
December 28, 2015
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Susan Swann
FamilyShare
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Faith
Dr. Bennet Omalu, whose research into how football can damage players' brains inspired the forthcoming film "Concussion," says his discovery wouldn't have happened without his faith.
December 26, 2015
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Kelsey Dallas
Deseret News
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Faith
Religion was a force to be reckoned with in 2015, influencing global politics in addition to popular culture. It was an important talking point in the early months of campaigning for the 2016 presidential election, as well as a key factor in reactions to the Supreme Court's decision legalizing same-sex marriage.
December 26, 2015
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Kelsey Dallas
Deseret News
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Faith
Christmas is a lot of fun.
December 22, 2015
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By Pastor Douglas Harn
Columnist
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Faith
Remember the magic you used to see in Christmas as a child? If you’re like most grown-ups, you see the magic less and less with each passing year. Santa is no longer the symbol of jovial love and warmth you used to see him as, and some years you find it hard to even see the wonder behind the birth of the baby Jesus.
December 22, 2015
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Alexandra Crafton
FamilyShare
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Faith
Famous author and inspirational figure C.S. Lewis was, at one point in his life, a secret government agent.
December 22, 2015
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Herb Scribner
Deseret News
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Faith
It’s almost Christmas, and you may find yourself standing in line, trying to grab that last gift or two.
December 21, 2015
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Herb Scribner
Deseret News
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Faith
I’ll never forget the night I lost my dad. It was a couple weeks before Christmas—the tree was decorated, the lights were draped over kitchen cupboards, and a stocking hung by his bed.
December 21, 2015
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Kayla Lemmon
FamilyShare
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Faith
Mary, mother of Jesus, is the subject of many Christian worship services this holiday season, as congregations prepare to celebrate Christmas. She can also be found on most newsstands, after being named the world's most powerful woman by National Geographic.
December 21, 2015
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Kelsey Dallas
Deseret News
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Faith
There may be times when others inflict so much hurt on you or your family that you simply can't find it in your heart to forgive them. What if these people hurt you on purpose? Your soul fills with a sadness that turns to anger. You may nurse a grudge or even spend time plotting ways to get even. You see the act of forgiveness as somehow letting the other person off the hook.
December 20, 2015
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Susan Swann
FamilyShare
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Faith
There is more to preserving your family’s history than tossing it into a cardboard box and handing it down to the next generation. Without context and “curation” — the careful gathering, sifting, selection and preservation that takes place in any worthwhile collection — your family’s history can be lost to confusion or apathy as easily as it can succumb to dust or mold.
December 20, 2015
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Tom and Alison Taylor
Deseret News
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Faith
This week, I saw a report on what Jesus really looked like. Forensic scientists have worked with archaeologists to try to get a better idea of what he really looked like, compared to the most famous portraits we have today.
December 19, 2015
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By Pastor Steve Lane
New Beginnings Community Church
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Faith
Tomorrow is the last day of school for the year for most. I wonder who is more excited - the students or the teachers? I have an idea. Eight more days and Christmas is here. Can't wait.
December 18, 2015
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By Pastor Brad Butler
Pembroke First Baptist Church
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Faith
God had given to man his word so man can know how to please God. Some find that a difficult thing to comprehend, but there is a Supreme Being, God, who created everything, including man.
December 17, 2015
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By Minister Riley Nelson
Richmond Hill Church of Christ
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Faith
