By Gary R. Whiting March 25, 2020 And it came to pass that when they had done all these things, they got aboard of their vessels or barges, and set forth into the sea, commending themselves unto the Lord their God. And it came to pass that the Lord God caused that there should a[…]
Author: Gary Whiting
A New World and An Old World Christmas Message
The coming of Jesus Christ into the world is the most spectacular act of love ever demonstrated on earth and the most wonderful gift ever given. The Bible and the Book of Mormon bear testimony of the birth of Jesus Christ. On this Christmas Day please consider these two testimonies of the birth of Christ.[…]
They Knew of Christ
This post is designed to increase your understanding of the Lord Jesus Christ and the events surrounding the birth of Jesus. This material was shared as the worship service for Zion’s Outpost on December 24, 2017. The coming of Jesus Christ should not have been a surprise to any person who had access to the[…]
Spiritual Eclipses
The big event of this week is the solar eclipse which is to occur on Monday, August 21. During this time the orbits of the earth, sun and moon will coincide to allow most of the residents of the United States to view a total or near total eclipse of the sun. During this eclipse[…]
What Is the Origin of Faith?
Everything which is good, holy and pleasing to God is of God. Faith pleases God (Hebrews 11:6). Faith or faithfulness is an attribute of God. The children of Adam are made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27-29). In one sense, therefore, faith, or the capacity for faith, is a part of the spiritual DNA[…]
The Object of Faith
Why is it reasonable to have faith in the word of God? It is reasonable because of God, the origin of the word of God. His word is an extension of who he is. It describes, affirms the character, attributes and perfections of God. It performs the work of God and the word was made[…]
Faith: The First Great Governing Principle
Common or general faith, the faith by which all people function every day, helps illustrate the way faith governs all things in time and eternity. In order to understand how faith governs in the affairs of life, it is necessary to discuss the word of God. As followers of Christ, we believe that God has[…]
An Introduction to Faith
The 2016 theme for Zion’s Outpost Restoration Branch is on faith. By studying the principles of faith and learning to live by faith, it is hoped that we can grow into a more Christ-like people. We have a calendar for 2016 with a series of monthly themes. These themes are designed to help the members[…]
Thoughts on Oblation
[Explanatory note: These comments were made at the observance of the Lord’s Supper on January 3, 2015 at Zion’s Outpost Restoration Branch. The Lord’s Supper had been administered just prior to these remarks.] Then said he also concerning him who bade to the wedding, When thou makest a dinner, or a supper, call not thy[…]
Do You Remember?
As Sandy and I stood in the driveway last night listening to and watching the fireworks displays, I wondered how many people were actually thinking about the reason for the 4th of July celebrations. Our nephew who is in middle school had some vague idea about the Declaration of Independence, but no sense of appreciation[…]
