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Certainty

I got this from the man-child yesterday. I'm consistently impressed with the depth of his character, feeling, and understanding. It's truly an honor to be his dad.

Also, this excerpt fairly well sums up my feelings about recent events in the Church:

So I've obviously been made aware of the change in the Church Handbook concerning same-sex couples. I'm not going to tell any of you what to believe, or even what I believe concerning that. You already know what you believe, and you already know how you are feeling right now about it. 

 What I am going to tell you all is how important it is to love everyone. EVERYONE. Including, and especially those who are having a hard time. Imagine if you were in the position of criticism and arguments and back-lash. You wouldn't like it very much. As human beings, it's our job to love everyone. That was the greatest commandment Jesus Christ gave when He was on the Earth. So just love. Don't hold grudges or argue, because that has never solved anything ever. Trust me. I know. I was in debate for 4 years of High School. I think I know a little bit about arguing.

My son is an amazing young man. And he's right on.

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lillysmum said…
I love this kid. You did well.
November 17, 2015 at 9:03 AM
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