Why a site dedicated to Gospel Doctrine?
- Encourage individuals to make their scripture study an in-depth experience, to not just read the scriptures but “Study” them. It is difficult to “Feast upon the words of Christ” without pondering, praying, and seeking for the deeper meanings of the scriptures.
- Provide additional information for any “Come Follow Me” classes that desire to use this material.
- Provide supplementary materials to teachers of the gospel to help them prepare lessons to teach by the spirit and encourage the spirit of revelation to inspire them and their students to have stronger testimonies of Jesus Christ.
- Receive additional insights from readers. Please feel free to email me with any comments/concerns!
Who am I?
My name is Theron Bird, and I have been a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints my entire life. I was raised on a small farm in eastern Washington, where my earliest experiences with the gospel were taught to me by my parents in our home. Those early lessons, often reinforced through daily work and family devotionals, helped me see the connection between faith, effort, and the blessings of the Lord.
As I grew older, my testimony deepened through continued study and practice. In high school, I attended early morning seminary, which became a foundational part of my spiritual growth. Waking up before sunrise to study the scriptures with peers was not always easy, but it built in me a discipline and love for the word of God that has carried into my adult life. Those early mornings often set the tone for my day and gave me a sense of purpose and grounding in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Through these experiences, I came to see that faith is not simply something inherited, but something that must be nurtured, questioned, and chosen again and again. I learned to rely on prayer, scripture study, and the influence of the Holy Ghost to guide my decisions and strengthen my resolve. My upbringing on the farm taught me the value of hard work and patience, while my gospel study taught me the eternal perspective that gives meaning to both trials and triumphs.
I claim no special authority, save being a man with a “Testimony of Jesus Christ,” a holder of the priesthood, and one that is ready in all times and places to give an answer to every man that asketh you the reason of the hope that is in me. I am an avid learner, and seek the “Truth” in everything that I study whether it be secular, or religious. While trying to learn something new every day, I do not shy away from difficult questions and believe that even if we don’t know the answer now—eventually we will and it will all make sense. The truth really can and will combine together unto one great whole!
What if you find something wrong with the site?
If you find anything wrong with the site or the doctrine that is being taught, please contact me! My goal is always to teach correct doctrine substantiated by the “Scriptures.” I do reference additional informational items, but try to keep all doctrine substantiated by direct scriptural reference.
Doctrinal Disclaimer
The following information is provided as a service to users of this site. I have to my best ability confirmed that the information herein is doctrinally correct, but this website is not an official site of the church and I do not claim to represent the church in any way. I would request you follow the admonition of Paul to prove all things hold fast to that which is good.
What is Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Doctrine and how is it to be determined?
LDS Newsroom — article 4 May 2007
Not every statement made by a Church leader, past or present, necessarily constitutes doctrine. A single statement made by a single leader on a single occasion often represents a personal, though well-considered, opinion, but is not meant to be officially binding for the whole Church.
Based on the scriptures, Joseph Smith declared: “The fundamental principles of our religion are the testimony of the Apostles and Prophets, concerning Jesus Christ, that He died, was buried, and rose again the third day, and ascended into heaven; and all other things which pertain to our religion are only appendages to it.”