The definition/title of a father has held little meaning for me. Thus the term of Heavenly Father, though this is the title of all the titles that God has choosen to assign himself, holds a lesser significance to me because I do not understand it. I am fairly confident that I am not alone in …
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Gratitude Revisited and Internalized
I’ve come back to this post on Gratitude from back in 2011. There is a lot that I have been terribly ungrateful for. I have allowed my perceived circumstances to bring me down, and the Spirit is strong with me in making this realization. I’ve reviewed the scriptural mandates to be grateful found in 1 …
“Finding Lasting Peace and Building Eternal Families”
“Finding Lasting Peace and Building Eternal Families,” L. Tom Perry, General Conference Oct. 2014 Applying the formula of faith to this talk: Hearing the word of God, finding points of action Taking action to experiment upon the words heard Sharing what I’ve learned as a result of that action Men and women are shaped …
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“Low Estate”
Luke 1:46-55 I think that no where in all of scripture is a more profound statement of humility found than that given by Mary as she contemplates her part in God’s plan. The Spirit of the Lord is trying to tell me of something which is profoundly significant. I think it is in understanding who …
A Creed for Preparation
In light of new assignments, and stemming from recent conversations, and in light of scriptures such as this one: But notwithstanding those things which are written, it always has been given to the aelders of my church from the beginning, and ever shall be, to bconduct all meetings as they are directed and guided by …
The natural man cannot see the opportunities to do good.
My brothers and sisters, I declare to you, however, that there is nothing which can bring more joy into our lives or more peace to our souls than the Spirit which can come to us as we follow the Savior and keep the commandments. That Spirit cannot be present at the kinds of activities in …
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Personal Resolution – 22 Nov 2011
In my morning studies, I’m starting into Mosiah 14, which is almost the verbatim reproduction of Isaiah 53. I am resolved in this week of thanksgiving that, living in a time where I am longer required to live according to the laws of Moses, I will do more to remember my Lord Jesus Christ and …