Bri's Comments

Bri - thanks for commenting. I guess there are a lot of things in the gospel you just need to either ignore/not think about. The Noah's Arc thing just makes no sense to me, so I almost just need to have faith about it and will one day get to know the whole story.

Do you ever wonder if what we "believe" or "think" is true, is actually a misunderstanding? When we get to the other side, we see it for how it really is. I imagine most will stay strong, and that is why we need to be humble/teachable like a child, as opposed to prideful and confident in our own knowledge and ability. Accept that there is a lot we dont know.

Re: Blacks and the Priesthood - you make some good points. There are many instances where only a select few people are blessed with all the gospel and the priesthood (only Levites had priesthood, etc). Timing is an interesting thing. But you know - maybe the Lord just doesnt care in the end - he knows everyone will get their chance and no one will be deprived of blessings and opportunities, so it is not a big deal to him.

Interesting about your sacrament thoughts. I always thought the sacrament actually does wash the slate clean and clear you of sins. I think I taught that last week in YM. But you bring up some good thoughts. I personally think other members can repent - that being a member is not a prerequisite.

I know you can repent every day - so it is not contingent on being in sacrament meeting only. Maybe it is the same theory as Justification vs Santification. Although you can technically be clean of all your sins, you may still not be worthy to be with God/Celestial Kingdom. The Telestial Kingdom people will one day be cleansed of their sins, but they still do not have the qualities of God. So, a non-member can repent, but it is not enough. The baptismal covenant is the first step. It puts you on the path, but you need to continue to improve and purify your life, but that is what enduring to the end is all about. I dont know - just thoughts.