The Goates Notes (tm)

A chronicle of our lives and times . . . where politics and religion are not taboo topics COPYRIGHT 2025

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Promises From God Are Reliable, Even When They Seem Elusive

I awoke this morning with a scripture in my mind: And now, my beloved brethren, I would that ye should come unto Christ, who is the Holy On...

Thursday, March 12, 2026

"Grandpa, What Does The War In Iran Mean To Us?"

All my grandchildren have a stake in the answer to this question, so I will attempt it here. On February 28, 2026, the world as we know it ...

Monday, February 23, 2026

What Influenced You Most as You Figured Out How to be a Parent?

I had to smile quietly to myself when I saw this question from Shauna this morning. I’m old enough now to wonder if I really EVER have figur...

Saturday, February 14, 2026

What is Something Prophets Have Shared That Brought You Closer to the Savior?

Amelia, a granddaughter, asked this question the other day as I was headed out to the Orem Temple for an endowment session. I was officiatin...

Monday, February 9, 2026

What Is The Relationship Between Faith and Science?

B en, thank you for this probing question. It has usually been asked in the spirit of pitting truth against science. Which one is more accur...

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David B. Goates: Retired Opportunity Development Manager at Packsize International, former member of the LDS Business College's Management Program Advisory Board. He and Patsy believe they are the grandparents of the most amazing rising generation of young people this world has ever seen. I don't speak for anyone but myself.

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