The Tiptoe

Authors

Robbie Taggart

Keywords

Mormon studies, personal essay, theology

Abstract

"My theology stresses the reality of continued, continuing revelation," writes the author of this essay. "God speaks, not spake. . . . But it is sometimes a real wrestle to know when he is speaking and what he wants. It takes attentiveness, and patience. Sometimes weeks pass without a whisper." He illustrates this idea with a story about stalking squirrels with his four-year-old son. After almost seeing one, the author, who has asked God to grant his son this simple wish, prays in silent resignation, "Well, thanks for trying." But then the wish is granted in a spectacular manner.

Recommended Citation

Taggart, Robbie (2014) "The Tiptoe," BYU Studies Quarterly: Vol. 53: Iss. 4, Article 13.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/byusq/vol53/iss4/13