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Lay aside every sin
Alma 7:15 15 Yea, I say unto you come and fear not, and lay aside every sin, which easily doth beset you, which doth bind you down to destruction, yea, come and go forth, and show unto your God that ye are willing to repent of your sins and enter into a covenant with...
Get what you want
How true this is. Plus life is more fun and enjoyable when we focus on the needs of others. "You will get all you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want." Zig Ziglar Craig
Take Heart
I love listening to the Prophets and Apostles, they are truly Watchmen on the Tower. They have recommended that we stay on the covenant path, and that is what I will do. "Take heart, brothers and sisters. Yes, we live in perilous times, but as we stay on the covenant...
Make a Difference
Sometimes we overlook opportunities to serve by looking past the mark. We don't need to do grand displays of service for it to be counted. Look around you; at neighbours, friends, coworkers, family. Serve those around us and it'll make a difference and bring you...
14 Quotes “The Father” by Brian K. Ashton
Each of us has the potential to become like the Father. To do so, we must worship the Father in the name of the Son. He (The Father) is personally invested in our success, and that He provides us with the lessons and experiences we need to return to His presence. A...
Because of Jesus Christ
Loved this talk by Sister Eubank. Also appreciated her comments on the impact of small acts of kindness and teachings that helped her. "Jesus Christ will repair every bad note and redeem every sour overtone is we turn to Him and ask Him for His help. Because of the...
Don’t
A great quote from Russell M. Nelson that my wife shared with me. Hope she wasn't hinting at anything! lol "Don't speak ill of church leaders, don't cover a call or position, don't second guess who should or should not have been called, don't refuse an opportunity to...
Come, Follow Me-For Primary, Matthew 1;Luke 1
USE THIS AT HOME WITH YOUNG CHILDREN OR IN JUNIOR PRIMARY All content comes from the original manual found here, https://www.lds.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-primary-new-testament-2019/02?lang=eng Refer back to the manual for additional activities such as...
Dress and Appearance- For the Strength of Youth
Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? … The temple of God is holy, which temple ye are. 1 Corinthians 3:16–17 Your body is sacred. Respect it and do not defile it in any way. Through your dress and appearance, you can...
9 Incredible Quotes from “Women and Gospel Learning in the Home” by Henry B. Eyring
https://www.lds.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/women-and-gospel-learning-in-the-home?l=eng Part of the Lord’s current sharing of knowledge relates to accelerating His pouring out eternal truth on the heads and into the hearts of His people. He has made clear...
Growing Up: 5 Tips to Help You Get Through Junior High and High School
Make sure your friends know from the start what your standards are. If you own your standards they will respect them and won’t bother you. If you appear undecided they will continue ie to pressure you. It’s seems easier to say, “My mom won’t let me.” But that doesn’t...
The Book of Mormon Blesses Lives
President Russell M Nelson asked us to read the Book of Mormon my the end of the year. There’s a month left. My favorite time eve reading the Book of Mormon was in 1 month. It read like a novel full of adventure and lessons. I couldn’t put it down. If you haven’t...
Loving as He loves!
There is a reason that Christmas has such a positive effect on the world. Share goodness and be the light! "This Christmas season and always, may we give to Him by loving as He loves!" - Dieter F. Uchtdorf ~Todd @elkvalleylatterdaysaint
13 Encouraging Quotes by President Henry B. Eyring: Try, Try, Try
The Savior is putting His name in your hearts. And you are feeling the pure love of Christ for others and for yourself. When you meet someone, treat them as if they were in serious trouble, and you will be right more than half the time Our mortal life is designed by a...
6 Great Quotes from “The Joy of Unselfish Service” by Cristina B. Franco, October 2018
Unfortunately, however, we live in a selfish world where people constantly ask, “What’s in it for me?” instead of asking, “Whom can I help today?” or “How can I better serve the Lord in my calling?” or “Am I giving my all to the Lord?” Sisters, are we giving our all...
The Best Advice
The Best Advice We are constantly inundated with opinions and advice on every turn. Social media, news, blogs, build boards, and many more, freely providing their perspective. When seeking answers to life’s challenges, it is somewhat daunting to know where to turn. We...
Why the Church of Jesus Christ?
This was another week where I struggled to find something to share, but I feel like there is value in talking about why I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. By all rationale, it's not a fit. To those who know me or knew me, few would...
Church Attendance
Church attendance alone won't change your heart, but it will remind you of the things you could be doing in order to change your heart. "Going to church doesn't make you a Christian any more than going to a garage makes you an automobile." - Billy Sunday ~Todd...
Divine Plan
The Lord's hand is guiding you. By "divine design," He is in the small details of your life as well as the major milestones. "When we are righteous, willing, and able, when we are striving to be worthy and qualified, we progress to places never imagined and become...
Beware of Spiritual Forest Fires…Watchmen on the Tower
Our family has been praying for the families in California who lost their homes, and family member. It’s absolutely devastating. The constant question has been “How could this happen today?” Implying that with all our technology, and experience how could it be...
