“This Is My Doctrine”: The Development of Mormon Theology

“This Is My Doctrine”: The Development of Mormon Theology

Author: Charles R. Harrell

Publisher: Greg Kofford Books

Published: 2011-08-05

Total Pages: 598

ISBN-13:

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The principal doctrines defining Mormonism today often bear little resemblance to those it started out with in the early 1830s. This book shows that these doctrines did not originate in a vacuum but were rather prompted and informed by the religious culture from which Mormonism arose. Early Mormons, like their early Christian and even earlier Israelite predecessors, brought with them their own varied culturally conditioned theological presuppositions (a process of convergence) and only later acquired a more distinctive theological outlook (a process of differentiation). In this first-of-its-kind comprehensive treatment of the development of Mormon theology, Charles Harrell traces the history of Latter-day Saint doctrines from the times of the Old Testament to the present. He describes how Mormonism has carried on the tradition of the biblical authors, early Christians, and later Protestants in reinterpreting scripture to accommodate new theological ideas while attempting to uphold the integrity and authority of the scriptures. In the process, he probes three questions: How did Mormon doctrines develop? What are the scriptural underpinnings of these doctrines? And what do critical scholars make of these same scriptures? In this enlightening study, Harrell systematically peels back the doctrinal accretions of time to provide a fresh new look at Mormon theology. “This Is My Doctrine” will provide those already versed in Mormonism’s theological tradition with a new and richer perspective of Mormon theology. Those unacquainted with Mormonism will gain an appreciation for how Mormon theology fits into the larger Jewish and Christian theological traditions.


Ask Gramps

Ask Gramps

Author: H. Clay Gorton

Publisher:

Published: 2002-05

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 9780970800862

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Questions run the breadth of the Mormon experience, including doctrinal questions as well as questions about the LDS lifestyle.


A Child's Book of Prayers and Blessings

A Child's Book of Prayers and Blessings

Author: Deloris Jordan

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-10-10

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1416995501

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A collection of more than twenty selections from around the world includes poems and prayers for children.


God's Blessings for Baby

God's Blessings for Baby

Author: Catherine DeVries

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781434708885

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This beautifully illustrated book of blessings and accompanying lullabies offers new parents inspiration--milestone by milestone--through their baby's first year.


Baby Blessings

Baby Blessings

Author: Deloris Jordan

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2011-04-05

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 144243919X

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This touching story from bestselling author Doloris Jordan celebrates the blessings new parents wish for their babies all through their lives. With a strong emphasis on the bonds families share, the inspirational text is accompanied by exquisite art from renowned illustrator James E. Ransome. From infancy to adulthood, there is always a place for Baby Blessings.


Bless This Child

Bless This Child

Author: Rev Susanna Stefanachi Macomb

Publisher:

Published: 2011-11

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9781462049738

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"Congratulations on the birth of your baby!" In this child, you see in nite potential and you place great hope. And now you're preparing to celebrate what is perhaps the most joyous rite of passage-the baby blessing ceremony. Like many parents, you may wish to plan a personalized ceremony that re ects who you are as a family and what you believe. "In Bless This Child," author Susanna Stefanachi Macomb presents a comprehensive selection of ceremonial elements for baby blessings. She has culled from the best traditions around the world and developed new ones, combining spiritual as well as humanist aspects. This guide includes poetry, prose, scripture, prayers, vows, opening words, and closing blessings; moving rituals including candle-lighting, naming, and anointing; suggestions on embracing grandparents, godparents, and siblings; practical advice for working with of ciants and locales; language appropriate for an interfaith, intercultural assembly of family and guests; sample ceremonies that demonstrate how creative alternatives and traditional aspects can blend to create a memorable event. Warm and encouraging, "Bless This Child" provides a guidebook for parents who wish to create a special way of welcoming their child into the world. "Bless This Child" is also an excellent resource for clergy and humanist of ciants who perform interfaith baby blessing ceremonies."


Blessings for a Baby Boy

Blessings for a Baby Boy

Author: Sophie Piper

Publisher: Lion Children's

Published: 2010-03-01

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 9780825479144

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Utterly charming styling and heartwarming sentiments make this book easy to give. The prayers and blessings are chosen from traditional favorites that inspire good thoughts and can form part of a child's repertoire of prayers said at bedtime. The collection features a giftable padded cover wrapped in acetate for protection.


Baby's First Book of Prayers

Baby's First Book of Prayers

Author: Melody Carlson

Publisher: HarperCollins Christian Publishing

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 93

ISBN-13: 0310702879

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A charming first book of 41 prayers with adorable artwork, and a gift all parents will cherish each time they cuddle up and read with their new baby or toddler. If you're a parent or grandparent looking for a wonderful gift for a new baby or toddler, look no further than Baby's First Book of Prayers. With charming artwork on the left page and an accompanying prayer on the right, this is the perfect book to introduce even the youngest children to God's Word as you point and show them details in each sweet picture. This cherished gift for new parents encourages boys and girls to be thankful for the little everyday things. Moms, dads, grandmas, and grandpas alike love this padded edition of My First Book of Prayers as much as babes and toddlers do You can't make time stand still, but you can cherish every moment with your new baby and toddler. My First Book of Prayers will help you do just that. Baby's First Book of Prayers Contains 41 short, sweet prayers, with adorable artwork accompanying each prayer Was made to fit snugly in the hands of babies and toddlers Is padded to hold up to repeated readings and rough handling at home, daycare, or Sunday school Is a perfect gift for many occasions, including the birth of a new baby, christenings, baptisms, first birthdays, Easter baskets, Christmas stockings, and baby showers Is offered at an affordable price point


Pregnancy After Loss Support

Pregnancy After Loss Support

Author: Emily Long

Publisher:

Published: 2020-03

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 9780996555692

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This book is a simple book of love written for you, a mom pregnant again after loss, from other loss moms who have been where you are now. In the pages of this book, we share letters of love from our hearts to yours with the hope that, maybe, in the darkest, loneliest hours of grief and fear, you will find a little bit of comfort in the words offered here. Our deepest desire is for you to know that you are not alone. We are with you. When needed, let us carry your hope for you when it feels impossible to find. Let us wrap you in love and be a light in the darkness as you carry both hope and fear and engage in the most courageous act - to choose for life after you have known death.