Inklings with Emily Belle Freeman Karl D. Hirst: God’s Favourite
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Dec 5, 2024 Sage Eck, a BYU student studying experience design and management, shares her insights on Karl D. Hirst's talk 'God’s Favourite.' The conversation includes lively family debates about individual worth and belonging in faith communities. They explore the power of love through shared experiences and compassionate ministry, emphasizing the importance of recording joyful moments to reinforce faith. The discussion touches on personal suffering, divine encounters, and embracing the idea of being 'God's favorite' to navigate challenges like failures and perfectionism.
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Grace's Declaration
- Emily Belle Freeman recounts a story about her daughter Grace returning home from her mission and declaring herself "God's favorite."
- This sparked a family debate about whether such a claim is valid, leading Freeman to consider God's infinite capacity for love.
Universal Favoritism
- Emily Belle Freeman reflects on the possibility of everyone being God's favorite due to His boundless love.
- This perspective shifts the idea of favoritism from exclusivity to universal embrace.
Sage's Experience
- Sage Eck shares how Grace's perspective influenced her own belief in being God's favorite.
- She recounts lighthearted moments where this belief clashes with her husband's more pragmatic view.