Author Archives: jessicaspackman

Girls (and Boys) Who Don’t Serve Missions – Yes, You CAN Marry One!

I have heard this statement far too many times: “I’m only marrying a returned missionary.” I fear this is an incorrect and unholy thing to say.

Voting: It’s Not the Most Important Thing About You (or Anyone Else)

Frankly, who you vote for is not the most important or interesting thing about you—or anybody else. Thanks to revelation from God, we know we are so much more than that.

Change the World with a Prayer / Cambia el mundo con una oración

Prayer is how we can change not only our own lives, but the world. (La oración cambia no solo nuestras vidas sino también el mundo.)

When Has America Ever Been Great? – An Answer From a Christian Patriot

This isn’t about a presidential campaign; this is asking a real question.

A Rebuttal to “Modernized” Church Doctrine – Debunking False Teachings from BYU, Instagram, and More

We go through 4 examples of “modernized” Church doctrine, analyze where they go wrong, and discuss 4 ways to prepare against falling for the philosophies of men, mingled with scripture.

To God, We Are Babies – 4 Lessons from Parenting a New Baby

Nearly every day, my baby does something that makes me think of how God must see us, and she’s taught me many lessons about what it means to be a child of God.

On Little Missions, Fighting Racism, and Why This Prolifer Quit Being a Live Action Ambassador

You were given a calling, or callings, for your life on Earth. They are causes about which you are passionate, ways for you to bring about good in the world. I call these “little missions.”

Don’t Be Afraid of the P Word – Why and How to Embrace Politics

I claim that we, as members of the Church, and especially as women in the Church, unjustly avoid politics when we should be using our political influence for good.

We have a responsibility to represent Him any chance we have and to use our influence for good, even at the cost of comfort.