Lewis

In class we talked about Lewis as a scholar, critic, and teacher. I'm amazed every time I learn a little bit more about C.S. Lewis. He really was one of the most intelligent men of our age. I'm also amazed by the insight he had into the life of Christ and God and how closely it relates to many Gospel principles and ideas.

This has gotten me thinking a lot about the Holy Ghost, and how it manifests to people. I do not think that being a member of this church is a prerequisite to receiving guidance and comfort from the Holy Ghost. It's apparent to me that no man could have gotten so close to the Gospel without divine guidance. It makes me wish that Lewis had had the chance to receive the Gospel in this life. I'd be very interested to see what kind of Mormon he would have been. I can picture him as a powerful and influential speaker. I am however grateful that this church so strongly believes in work for the dead. Even though Lewis didn't have the chance during mortality, he will ultimately be able to choose wether or not to accept this Gospel. And I can only imagine the clarity he will receive.

I remember a seminary lesson where I walked into class and sitting on my chair was a big comforter from a queen sized bed. I wrapped up in it, and then our teacher related the comforter to the Holy Ghost, who is the true Comforter for each and everyone of us. I'm ridiculously grateful for the Holy Ghost, through which God works. I can't explain it with words, but the feeling of comfort is better than any physical comfort I have ever received.