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The Influence of Friends
“Your friends may influence your decisions even more than your parents will.” -Robert Cheeke Those with whom we associate do have an influence on us, no matter how strong of a person we believe we are. In fact, they have an influence on us no matter how strong we...
God uses your circumstances for our good
Background image by: Kim Coates https://instagram.com/raising5happykids?igshid=1fubutelq3l0f This quotes is a quote that my sister loves, and I decided to make a picture quote out of it. This picture is actually of her daughter and I love this picture. If you want to...
It is a Gospel of Forgiveness
May God help each and every one of us to remember that the gospel of Jesus Christ is not only a gospel of conversion, but it is a gospel of forgiveness. We have it recorded that though a man’s sins be as scarlet, if he will repent, they shall all be as white as snow...
Elk Valley Latter Day Saint: June 9-22, 2019
For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord.For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts. — Isaiah 55:8-9 "Sin, if legalized by man, is still sin in the...
10 Tips for Moving with Kids…and Keeping the Love in the Family
We have moved quite a bit with our kids, and I believe that where the heart is the home is also. As long as the family is together, any place on earth becomes home. It’s the true testament of the power of the family. With every move we have made we have embraced it...
Be Like AMMON: Keep Our Families Safe
“Ammon, the Nephite missionary, provided an example for us. He had chosen to serve the Lamanite king and was sent to watch the flocks of Lamoni. When a band of renegades attacked and scattered the sheep, Ammon’s fellow servants had fear and began to weep. What did...
8 Quotes from President Gordon B. Hinckley to Woman
These quotes come from “Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Gordon B. Hinckley” chapter 5 Daughters of God. You can find the whole chapter here, http://...
Ponderize – Luke 23:35 JST
Luke 23:35 JST Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. (Meaning the soldiers who crucified him,) and they parted his raiment and cast lots.
Quotes from Come Follow Me, June 17-23
You can find the whole lesson here, http:// https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-individuals-and-families-new-testament-2019/24?id=p2#p2 4 Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not...
Are You Teachable? Come, Follow Me (Mathew 27; Mark 15; Luke 23; John 19)
The cycle of pride throughout the scriptures are so great and all consuming, that we cannot ignore the fact that this is something that we should fear. Pride destroys the righteous God-fearing people little by little, one at a time. My mom use to tell us that “as soon...
Podcast – The Redeeming Power of Christ to Rescue Us and Our Children
The Redeeming Power of Christ to Rescue Us and Our Children Podcast by: Sherri Jorgensen -Trusting the Lord to Love Our Children -Understanding Christ as Our Redeemer -The Beautiful Affects of Christ’s Redeeming Power -The Mercy that Rescues us from...
Trust with all thine heart
So I went to EFY last week and it was amazing!! The theme was “Trust with all thine heart.” We learned a lot about how important it is to trust in God. Sometimes we may be obeying and trusting Heavenly Father when we don’t even know what the outcome will be. The Lord...
12 quotes: Look unto Jesus Christ by Elder Kim B. Clark
Look unto Jesus Christ by Elder Kim B. Clark https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/04/33clark Brethren, as bearers of the holy priesthood, we are engaged in the work of salvation. We have an inspiring charge from the Lord—working with our...
Parenting: The Perfect Teamwork
Watching high school state tennis yesterday was the highlight of my week. The competition this year was strong, and the weather perfect. As I sat with Mark and watched match after match, I started to be impressed with how well the doubles teams played together. They...
Fathers; The Most Valuable Asset
“A father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society.” -Billy Graham The role is a father is absolutely crucial in the lives of children. There is no one who can replace dad! “Dad, I wonder if I will...
One Thing I Knew For Sure: That My Dad Loved Me
A friend from college days wrote to me recently, saying: “Much in my chaotic childhood was uncertain, but one thing I knew for sure: that my dad loved me. That certainty was the anchor of my young life. I came to know and love the Lord because my father loved him. I...
Dad: I Want to Be Just Like Him
One new father wrote: “Often as I watch my son watch me, I am taken back to moments with my own dad, remembering how vividly I wanted to be just like him. I remember having a plastic razor and my own can of foaming cream, and each morning I would shave when he shaved....
16 Inspiring Quotes by Dieter F. Uchtdorf; “Missionary Work: Sharing What is in Your Heart”
Wherever you are on this earth, there are plenty of opportunities to share the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Every member a missionary! The Lord has never required expert, flawless missionary efforts. Instead, “the Lord requireth the heart and a willing...
Not My Will, but Thine, Be Done; Come, Follow Me Weekly Challenge (Mathew 26; Mark 14; Luke 22; John 18)
Luke 22:42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. 43 And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him. How many of us have struggles that appear too hard to bear? I...
Surrounded by unlimited opportunities
Look up and look around, you are literally surrounded by unlimited opportunities.
