The Definition of Pure Religion: Love God and Love Your Neighbor

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Contemporary English version of verse 26 is a reminder that controlling one's tongue is key. Pure religion means ministering to others and staying unspotted from the world. Loving God and loving your neighbor is highlighted as the two great commandments. Book of Mormon emphasizes the importance of being found spotless at the judgment seat of Christ. To achieve this, one must love God and love their neighbor.

Can a single verse of scripture alter the course of history? Join Dr. J.B. Haws as he illuminates the Book of James in the context of Prophet Joseph Smith’s theophany and the Restoration of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Discover the book’s remarkable power to inspire readers to act in faith and follow Jesus Christ.

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00:00 Part 1–Dr. JB Haws
00:17 Introduction
02:06 Introduction of Dr. JB Haws
06:36 Blessings from James
09:20 Joseph Smith and James
13:07 Elder Bednar and Joseph Smith
16:19 Acting in faith
17:47 “Wrestling with Comparisons”
23:30 Remaining unspotted
27:18 “Pure Religion” by Elder Marvin J. Ashton
32:33 Determination to ask
37:55 Studying Church History too little
40:02 The fearlessness of Joseph Smith
43:09 Imperfections and humility
44:31 Forgiveness, grace, and humility
47:09 A social media comparison
51:43 Hank shares a story about judging and appearances
54:38 John shares a story about Stephen Covey’s mom
58:46 Hank shares a story about a “homeless” man
1:00:12 Elder Holland and “A Tongue of Angels”
1:02: 45 End of Part 1–Dr. JB Haws

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