Episode Details

Is God Fair? Rethinking Equality, Tithing, Scripture & Universal Spiritual Laws and Mormonism/LDS

Episode 25 Published 1 year, 1 month ago

Description

In this solo episode, I share recent thoughts on fairness versus equality, using a water bottle analogy my three-year-old inspired. Just like different water bottles serve different purposes, we're all human but vastly different in our needs and purposes. I discuss why equality (giving everyone the same thing) isn't always fair, and how fairness means giving what's actually needed. I talk about my evolving view of tithing—seeing it less as a mandatory 10% and more as a universal spiritual law of giving and receiving available to everyone, regardless of religion. It's about contributing to humanity, not a specific number. Finally, I share two scripture resources I'm loving: the Book of Mormon Storybook and God's Stories as Told by God's Children. I read the Bible introduction explaining how it's weird because it's ancient with many storytellers, and how our voices matter in continuing that conversation. I'm learning to connect with scripture in new, more personal ways without taking everything so literally.

Takeaways:

Fairness is about giving what is needed, not just equal treatment.

Individual needs vary, and support should be tailored accordingly.

Tithing is more about contributing to humanity than a strict percentage.

The Bible contains many voices and should be interpreted personally.

Scriptures can provide valuable lessons without being taken literally.

We should focus on the joy and abundance in our lives.

Teaching children about fairness can help them understand individuality.

Religious principles should guide us, not limit us.

Finding evidence of joy and peace is essential for personal growth.

Everyone has the agency to choose their path in life.

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