Ian Johnson

Are we normalizing the scourge of pornography? One study found that by age 16, 70% of boys are consuming pornography multiple times a week. In another study, 82% of the men self-reported as being regular viewers of pornography. “These data clearly indicate that porn consumption has become a mainstream behavior that almost all men in Western society engage in.” - David Ludden, Ph.D While the numbers for women are smaller, they are not insignificant. Approximately 44% of women regularly consume pornography. Rare, and possibly non-existent, is the family unaffected by pornography. What a sad commentary on our day. As Latter-day Saints, are we supposed to just accept this as a normal part of life? I don’t believe so. We are commanded to be distinct and different from the world. We are called to a higher standard of virtue, morality and purpose. I am reminded of the words Alma spoke to his son Corianton, who pursued the harlot Isabel… “Yea, she did steal away the hearts of many; BUT THIS WAS NO EXCUSE FOR THEE, my son. Thou shouldst have tended to the ministry wherewith thou wast entrusted.” We should not rationalize or excuse sin because it is pervasive and prevalent. We know better and must be better. We live in complex times when young children are often unknowingly exposed to the evils of pornography. Their innocence and free-will are stollen at a young age, leaving them to struggle for years, and even lifetimes. But their struggles do not exist in a vacuum. How many hearts must be shattered? How many families must be destroyed? How many relationships must grow cold? I long for the day when we normalize purity, strength, fortitude and honor. The struggle is real, but so is the power of Jesus Christ—not just for repentance, but for prevention. We do not have to succumb to the evils of the world. We should not succumb. We should strive to be like the stripling warriors who were “firm and undaunted,” who, “did obey and observe to perform every word of command with exactness.” We can rise above. We can resist. The tools and power are ours to wield because He has given them to us.

Reminiscing Idaho right now and I am grateful for opportunities to see and appreciate God’s beautiful creation.

@gwowls @kariwarburton

@kariwarburton Super cute! Ho for short!

After studying this weeks Come Follow Me, I think Jehoshaphat is a good baby name @gwowls

@FiredUpCoug Oh man. You just unlocked fond memories for me. I liked this movie growing up!

Family movie night: Dragon Heart

@SleeperMLB @SleeperTigers @Castellani2014 @SleeperAstros @SleeperMets @SleeperSFGiants

Name the MLB player.

@SleeperAstros @TylerKepner Didn’t he tell the Astros that they were behind the times regarding sign stealing?

Carlos Beltrán addressed the belief that he was solely responsible for the Astros’ 2017 cheating scandal in a new report by @TylerKepner “I know that as a team we got together to do what we did, but I’ve got to tell you that this was not like one player’s idea,” Beltrán said. “This was a team being together, from top to bottom, to do something that we felt was going to help us win. And we also felt that other organizations, they had their system, and people could say whatever, but the game of baseball has been played for 100 years. How you decipher your opposing team to take advantage, we felt that our system was better than any other system in baseball.”

Baseball is stupid and I hate it. I love baseball.

Thanks for everything LMJ

"Only Jesus Christ can fully restore ... light and joy into your life." -Clark G. Gilbert

@badbuckets_ My parents let me watch Jurassic Park when I was 3. It’s also one of my all time favorites.

in honor of sam neill, reply to this and i will tell you what animal you are

47-51. All Star break.

Oh… my God?

@SpawnPoiint @Officially_Dev_ How many spare keys do you have mate? 😂

@Officially_Dev_ How did you get into my house? 👮‍♂️

The new TV setup 🥹

@MrsErikaKirk @dbongino God bless you and your family, Mrs.Kirk!

Statement on behalf of the Kirk Family: The conclusion of the preliminary hearing marks an important step forward in the pursuit of justice for Charlie. Our family is grateful for the prayers, support, and kindness that has been extended to us, especially through these unimaginably painful and emotionally demanding proceedings. As difficult as these last few days have been, it brings our family comfort to know that the world has witnessed the overwhelming evidence of what occurred to Charlie that day. Nothing will ever undo the loss of our beloved Charlie. As this case moves into its next phase, we pray that truth will continue to be heard through a process that is fair, transparent, and grounded in the facts.

CHARLIE KIRK: "If the most important thing for you is just FEELING good, you're gonna end up miserable. But if the most important thing is DOING good, you'll end up purposeful. Purpose will give you happiness."

The 2017 Astros trade for Justin Verlander may be the most altering moment in franchise history. It solidified the franchise had shifted out of rebuilding mode to a World Series window. It happened after the tragedy of Hurricane Harvey and let to: 1st WS win in 2017 4 WS app between 2017-2022 2nd WS Win in 2022 It was privilege to see this legend on the mound in an Astros uniform. Every single start - you knew you were witnessing a Hall of Fame legend rarely seen. It’s harder for pitchers to get in the HOF. Verlander will be on the first ballot. Might have to make a Cooperstown trip to see it. Thanks, @JustinVerlander. You changed the trajectory of this franchise and gave us an era none of us will ever forget.

@Manhattva Got my two small kiddos one. They don't qualify for the $1,000 generous deposit, but I'll be making weekly contributions into their accounts. Can't wait to see their money grow!

It would be wildly irresponsible for any one who has had a baby born this year, to not set up their child with a Trump account immediately.

@BleacherReport @JacobsBen

FIFA has DENIED Belgium's appeal against Folarin Balogun's return and will remain eligible to play for USMNT Monday night, per @JacobsBen The request was deemed 'inadmissible' and the ruling will proceed as is.