10 Mexican Genealogy Resources and Ideas From the FamilySearch Blog
There are several recent posts in the FamilySearch Blog about genealogy (family history) for Mexico. I am listing 10 of them here with a short introduction.
Liquid Networks Facilitate Innovation
Hunches or ideas emerge within the realm of possibilities at any given stage and innovation gradually develop over time. They do not come from random lightbulbs moments, flashes, or epiphanies
Innovation: The Adjacent Possible by Steven Johnson
Visualization of two dimensions of a NK fitness landscapeBy Randy Olson – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, File Steven Johnson uses the concept of the “adjacent possible” in his book “Where Good Ideas Come From: The Natural History of Innovation” to describe how...
13 Mormon Beliefs (Articles of Faith)
The Articles of Faith outline 13 basic points of belief of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Prophet Joseph Smith first wrote them in response to a letter of John Wentworth, a newspaper editor.
12 Mormon Beliefs or 12 Latter-day Saints Beliefs
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the fourth largest Christian church in America. However, despite the faith’s growth and presence, relatively few people are familiar with Mormon beliefs.
The Holy Bible: A Witness of Jesus Christ
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes called Mormons) believe in and study the Holy Bible as the word of God because it teaches about Jesus Christ
Where Did We Come From? Pre-Mortal Life
The Doctrine of Pre-Mortal Life or Pre-Existence is one of the most interesting doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (also known as the Mormons).
Missionaries of Jesus Christ
Mormon missionaries—properly referred to as missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—are representatives of Jesus Christ who share His gospel with the world.
Restoration of Christ’s Church
The divine return of the Church of Jesus Christ, coupled with modern-day prophets, apostles, priesthood authority, and all gospel light and knowledge, is what members of the Church refer to as the Restoration.
What Mormons Believe About the Godhead
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’s first article of faith states, “We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.” These three beings make up the Godhead. They preside over this world and all other creations...
What Is The Book of Mormon?
Have you ever wondered how Mormons—properly referred to as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—got their nickname?
What Happens After We Die According to The Church of Jesus Christ (or the Mormons)
Mormons—properly referred to as Latter-day Saints or members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—base their understanding of heaven and hell on teachings from the scriptures and from modern prophets of God.
Bible Prophets, Mormon Prophets and Modern-day Prophets
In essence, the prophet acts as a steward to oversee the household of God here on earth. Such periods of time headed by prophetic responsibility are called dispensations.
Baptism for the Dead – Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
You may have wondered about the Mormon practice called baptism for the dead. The members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints do this work in temples throughout the world.
Choosing Between Good and Evil – The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Every day we all have choices that need to be made. Many of those choices do not have any lasting significance, but there are plenty that do. These choices—the decisions between right and wrong—have more serious consequences than, say, what shoes we wear. Agency,...
The Word of Wisdom: A Health Code From the Church of Jesus Christ
The Word of Wisdom is a health code included in the Doctrine and Covenants, a book of scripture used by Latter-day Saints. The Word of Wisdom is most recognized for prohibiting the use of alcohol, coffee, tea, and tobacco, but it also promises physical and spiritual...
What Happens to Our Bodies and Spirits after We Die?
When we die, our spirit and body separate. Even though our body dies, our spirit—which is the essence of who we are—lives on. Our spirit goes to the spirit world, which is divided into spirit paradise and spirit prison
40 Quotes by Famous People about Life, Love and Success
Sometimes we need inspiration to help us move forward and reach our goals, or perhaps redefine them. These are 40 quotes from famous people about life, love and success that may reinvigorate your resolve to pursue your passions and chase your dreams.
To Be Happier at Work, Focus on Relationships, not Just Deliverables
Having friends at work is not only essential to your personal happiness, but it’s key for having a successful career.
Joy, Money, Flow: Born for This by Chris Guillebeau
“Born for This: How to Find the Work You Were Meant to Do” explains why the people who are most successful have found the perfect combination of joy, money, and flow in their work life.
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: The Law of Magnetism (#9)
According to this law, who you attract is not determined by what you WANT, but by who you ARE
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: The Law of Intuition (#8)
“The Law of Intuition is based on facts plus instinct plus other intangible factors. And the reality is that leadership intuition is often the factor that separates the great leader from the merely good ones”
24 Top Quotes: How to Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It
Men are right. The “relationship talk” does not help. This book explains how to achieve marital happiness: Love is not about better communication. It’s about connection.
Are the Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Mormons or Christians?
Latter-day Saints are members of the restored Church of Jesus Christ and are Christians. Mormons is a nickname that comes from their belief in the Book of Mormon.
Hinduism and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Hindus argue that their faith is timeless and has always existed, and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that their church is same church established by Jesus Christ 2,000 years ago.
Historical Origins and Caste System in Hinduism
Akshardham Temple. Credit: Swaminarayan Sanstha Historical Origins of Hinduism The story of Hinduism began around the time Moses was leading the children of Israel out of Egypt or more than fifteen hundred years before Christ was born. It’s not clear how...
Comparison Between Eastern and Western Thought by a Hindu Student
Comparison between Eastern and Western thought made by Hari N. Dam, a Hindu and former student at the University of Minnesota.
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos by Jordan B. Peterson – Review and Quotes
12 Rules for Life is a book by Canadian clinical psychologist and professor Jordan Peterson. It uses ideas and examples from history, religion, psychology, mythology, science, and philosophy to give advise on how to be a successful and better human being.
President Russell M. Nelson’s 2 Talks About the Correct Name of the Church of Jesus Christ
If we will do our best to restore the correct name of the Lord’s Church, He whose Church this is will pour down His power and blessings upon the heads of the Latter-day Saints – President Russell M. Nelson
Top 30 Best Quotes From Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
In those days of great ideological conflict between the West and the East, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn became famous for his denunciation of the Soviet Regime.
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