The key to improving is repentance. Repentance is acknowledging the natural man in me and asking for help for me to overcome my natural instincts and rise. Repentance is saying things like: “I’m sorry I yelled, please help me be calm and control my emotions”, or “I’m sorry I was rude to them, please help […]
I just watched the Face to Face program with Elder Gerrit W. Gong and absolutely love the new children and youth program in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Church focuses on the successful achievements of children and youth in four areas (Spiritual, Social, Physical, Intellectual) and encourages them to become their […]
“Yea, I say unto you, my son, that there could be nothing so exquisite and so bitter as were my pains. Yea, and again I say unto you, my son, that on the other hand, there can be nothing so exquisite and sweet as was my joy.” -Alma 36:21 I relate to this statement so […]
Taking the leap of faith let’s me surprise myself by becoming more than I thought possible. (Everyone is born with the ability to do great things.) I’m not perfect but try with all my might to improve. My conscience never takes a vacation from encouraging me to be brave, or do something good, or try, […]
This quote was on Instagram today by a well-meaning group: We need to understand that there is an opposition in all things and that the righteous choices we make are critical. -Quentin L. Cook I believe this quote was taken out of context because it implies being perfect and always making correct choices. The fact […]
Sometimes I feel small. I compare myself to the world’s standards and wonder when I’ll become my best self. I get lost in the shifting ideals of change that surround me. But when I remember my purpose I have peace. I listen to this song and remember the purpose of life. To Become Like Him By […]
Nothing is too big for the Lord, He does whatever He wants with his creations! Miracles happen everyday (the Atonement, answered prayers) and God’s power is amazing!! God is a God of miracles! How grateful I am for the wonder, majesty and good impact they have on my life. Wonderful: great, extraordinary admirable, amazing, awesome, […]
A day is special when I make it so. (If I do the same thing as every other day then it’s not a special day.) Why is Sunday special to me? Because it’s the Lord’s day and I want to draw closer to him-therefore, the things I do today will either build good things in […]
I focus on what I want (eternal life) and let go of everything else that doesn’t help me get there. My focus turns to becoming like my Lord. I give adult family members freedom to be themselves and to make their own choices because I trust in covenants, ordinances and promises that bind us together. […]
In the words of God’s Prophet, President Nelson: I feel to say to my reticent friends: “In this life, you have never settled for second best in anything. Yet, as you resist fully embracing the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, you are choosing to settle for second best. “The Savior said, ‘In my Father’s house […]
I heard that one of the qualities of a Super Achiever is that they don’t like to lose. I’ve thought a lot about that comment and concluded that a Super Achiever with a worldly perspective is susceptible to puffed-up pride and ego. (The world believes that puffed-up pride is okay and it strives to master […]
I feel happiness and peace. My home is calm and quiet. My life includes tranquillity. I sit here in my chair listening to peaceful piano music. Much beauty is outside including blue sky. Per is baking a yummy dinner and watching TV with his Bluetooth headphones. I can tell that Fluffy feels perfectly content. In […]
What made Snow White fairest in all the land? She chose being happy, facing her trials, and looking at life optimistically: basically, she was good. The best way to live life is with happiness, courage and optimism. (I ignore the lie that says happiness is childish.) Everyone is free to live life how they do […]
This morning I awoke with this thought in my mind: Mother in heaven is holiness exemplified. The idea occurred to me that she isn’t seen and is totally not of the world. Then it occurred to me that I forsake the world’s corruption to embrace God’s holiness. It’s not that I forsake the beauty of […]
My greatest hope is that everything I say or blog about helps someone. I absolutely loved what Jeffrey R. Holland said about when we face trials, or challenges, or burdens, or feel sad or even broken. He gave a talk called Broken Things to Mend and his words were very heartfelt and encouraging. My utmost […]
Wanna know how the Lord is improving me? I did something very hard for me today and afterwards pursed my lips to hold back tears. In times past I would’ve thought something negative like, “I hate this!” and it would’ve brought on more negative thoughts like, “This is terrible!” and “Why?!!”, and negativity would’ve ruined […]
Most people didn’t revere Jesus until He was dead; during His lifetime most people hated Him. Upon studying His life is when people revered Him. Studies revealed that: Jesus was sinless; Jesus’ disciples taught His words and those words were recorded and are called scripture; Prophets testified of Christ’s infinite Atonement and that made us […]
The day will soon be when Saints will reject the world’s philosophies to embrace God’s holiness. (It will be easy because every Saint knows holiness.) Men will be leaders of righteousness, women will be teachers of truth and children will be pure and have tremendous faith. Good people will be drawn to goodness. They will […]
Easter, my favorite day of the year! Today all Christians celebrate that Jesus Christ rose from the tomb! I’m thankful that Christ overcame death so that I, too, (and all of us) will live again eternally! Rejoice, The Lord is King! Rejoice, the Lord is King! Your Lord and King adore! Mortals, give thanks and […]
For some reason I feel a special kinship toward all women and girls. I consider them my sisters and want to help them in their lives. I love them. They’re fearless, loving, smart, beautiful, and have many, many good qualities. I love hearing good and encouraging thoughts. Some men inspire me but when I hear […]
Can a person be too spiritual? The task of the spiritually minded is overcoming the world to be spiritually centered, like the Savior. (Spiritual people do their best to see, feel, think, and act like God—and not just on Sunday but always.) “Always” is the key to goodness but is “always” too much? Perhaps, to worldly people […]
I am truly grateful for the General Conferences of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held twice every year on the first weekends of April and October. Each General Conference strengthens my spirituality and love for Jesus Christ as speakers share inspired messages that cause me to feel God’s Holy Spirit. My heart […]
Former Church President, Gordon B. Hinckley, said many things about having the Holy Ghost as our constant companion and receiving personal guidance (revelation) from on high. Here are a few things he said: ‘Listen for the whisperings of the Spirit in the middle of the night, and respond to those whisperings.’ I don’t know why […]
Sometimes bad things happen that are actually blessings in disguise. A seemingly bad thing was that I got a disease (MS) that took away a lot of my skills and caused me to just sit. Before MS I used to push myself to my limit every day and never give myself a break. Relaxing was something […]
I’m glad to know there are many women who are strong defenders of Jesus Christ. They are capable women with a solid foundation who are examples to others because of their kindness, courage, and moral strength. They have conviction and vision. They know what they want and won’t stop striving for their goals. I love […]