

55-"Spiritual Ecology," Feb. 23, 1970 (BYU), Elder Neal A. Maxwell
May 12, 2023
The discussion opens with the empowering role of youth in history, showcasing the gospel's transformative message. A personal story of forgiveness emphasizes faith's impact on relationships. The concept of brotherhood deepens, revealing a divine father figure committed to our growth. The podcast delves into 'spiritual ecology,' linking spiritual and ecological laws. Love is presented as essential for community and familial bonds, while the importance of moral values is stressed in fostering meaningful societal change.
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Brotherhood Beyond Biology
- The gospel teaches brotherhood implies long-term accountability for others.
- Neal A. Maxwell says this bond goes far beyond sharing a planet.
Forgiveness After A Tragedy
- Ralph, a friend of Maxwell, forgave the burglar who paralyzed him.
- Neal A. Maxwell recounts this as evidence of gospel-born forgiveness.
Spiritual Ecology Is Real
- There are inexorable spiritual laws just like ecological laws in nature.
- Neal A. Maxwell calls the gospel a fabric of immutable principles with automatic consequences.