Sunday, May 27, 2018

Does Truth Mean there are Political Truths?

   Does truth mean there are political truths? Does the fact that truth exists mean there are going to be truths in the world of politics and social issues?
   It would certainly seem so.
   And, what then of the thought that we should  seek the truth of all things? All things includes politics. The social issues of our day are important. If there are truths to be had, are they not, then, important?
   What I am saying is, that while it is wonderful that each person be allowed their opinion, there are times when only one side is right.
   What then of the scripture, suggesting that by the spirit, we might know the truth of all things? Does it leave out political matters? Does it exclude us learning the truth when social issues are the matters at hand?
   Of course not. If God inspires mankind, he can inspire on public issues.
   Which means this: When we have political opinions, they can -- at least sometimes -- be right or wrong. And, they can be inspired; It is possible to get your answers through inspiration.
  You and I are not anointed prophets. We are not always going to be inspired. We might be inspired on one issue and think we are inspired on another issue and actually be far off the mark. That does not mean inspiration does not exist. What it might mean, though, is that we sometimes follow the rules for receiving inspiration, and other times we fail to do so.
  One of the principles is to think. Oliver Cowdery was told he should not just ask the Lord, but should first study the matter out in his mind. Inspiration comes when the mind is doing its thinking. Another principle is to have an open mind. You cannot be inspired if you are not open to the truth. And, a principle related to the above two is to be in search mode. If you are not searching for the truth, why should you expect to find it? And, lastly, related to being open-minded, you should be open to God's will.

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