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There is No Point of No Return
I’m grateful that life isn’t fair, because if it were, we would all fall short! Heavenly Father provided a plan for each of us to return and live with Him, if we want to and are willing to make the changes necessary to be better. "Each of us strays and falls short. We...
An Earthly Circumstance
Trials are a part of life. They either help us grow, or we can be buried by them. Our response to those trials shape our Spiritual selves. Having an eternal perspective helps us to see the light at the end of the tunnel and focus on things that matter most. "Never let...
Acknowledge the Hand of God
Emma Smith was an inspiration. All the hardships and all the service she rendered. It could not have been easy, especially when Joseph Smith was martyred. May we all have the same faith to look for God in all things. "I desire that whatever may be my lot in life, I...
Those Who Are Happiest
It’s okay to be discouraged, just don’t dwell on the negative things in life! Do what you need to in order to be happy and grow! Look for the positives, focus on the bigger picture and remember, you can always ask for help! "In spite of discouragement and adversity,...
Lift Where You Stand
We are strong together and even stronger when everyone pitches in! "Stand close together and lift where you stand." - Dieter F. Uchtdorf Lift Where You Stand - Dieter F. Uchtdorf ~Todd @elkvalleylatterdaysaint
Importance of Come, Follow Me
I was recently tasked with preparing a 7-minute talk for Stake Conference on how the Come, Follow Me program is going in our home. This would terrify most people but I'm a talker so it's not a big deal. The hard part for me is how to trim everything I have to say on...
We Cannot Fail
We cannot do this life alone, the weight of all we have to do is too great. Only when yoked to the Saviour can we be all that we need to be in order to truly help others and reach our potential. If you don’t have a deep love for Jesus Christ, seek Him out. "We will...
The Words We Use
Each child comes to this world with their own personality, and strengths and weaknesses. We need to comfort and help them, “to lead them, guide them, walk beside them.” "How we speak to our children and the words we can use can encourage & uplift them. They come...
Keep Trying, Keep Reaching
Our children are our most valuable resource. They need righteous parents who will love them and guide them. Be those parents, make yourself into the kind of parent they need. It won’t be easy, but our children are worth it. "We must not pull away from our children. We...
No Other Success
One of the greatest quotes about the importance of being present in your family! Nothing else is as important! Do everything you can, Follow the teachings of the Prophet and heed his counsel! Spend time and teach your children correct principals and live them...
Things Are Going to Move Forward
This is exciting and nerve wracking at the same time. The future is our children’s, and we have a responsibility to build a bridge for them to that future. Luckily we have a master architect to help build that bridge. Get ready to get outside of our comfort zones....
The Time is Now
Loved this quote. There is no sense in procrastinating betterment. Start today. Doesn’t matter if you know what you’re doing or not, any effort towards bettering yourself is better than nothing! "An old proverb says, 'The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago, the...
Come As You Are
All are made better thru Christ. If we trust in Him and allow ourselves to change. He smoothens out our rough patches and polishes up the smooth spots. "'Come as you are,' a long Father says to each of us, but He adds, 'Don't plan to stay as you are.'" - Jeffrey R....
Give Them Faith in Christ
I want my kids to have everything, but that’s not realistic, so I will try to give them the most important things. Faith in Christ and a testimony of the restored gospel are among those things. I’m grateful for the Come, Follow Me program and the opportunity it gives...
The Worst Sin
It’s not even a matter of getting away with a sin, we cannot distance ourselves from God. Sinning places a darkness on our soul and shields us from feeling the Holy Spirit, we simply cannot afford to do it. "The worst sin you can commit is any sin you think you can...
Spend More Time
Like adding logs to a fire, we can grow our faith by spending more time doing things that matter most. "Spend more time on your knees in prayer, more time in the scriptures, more time in family history work, more time in the temple. ~Russell M. Nelson True...
A Personal Liahona
Review your Patriarchal Blessing and review it often. As you learn and grow through life, the promises made in your personal blessing will take on more meaning and will guide you as you strive to continue to grow closer to your Heavenly Father. "Your patriarchal...
You are a Child of God
We are children of loving Heavenly Parents who love us and are urging us forward. Let us honour our Celestial Heritage and help one another in returning to live with our Heavenly Parents. "However many generations in your mortal ancestry, no matter what race or people...
“Believe. Love. Do.”
My wife and I were lucky enough to be spiritually and physically available when the missionaries needed help teaching some young women. These girls were recently graduated from high school and had a friend who was on a mission. One of the girls lived in the same...
See God’s Miracles
We’ve become so heavily entrenched in life, that we take for granted the miracles we see every day! Our bodies are a miracle! The Earth is a Miracle! Our limitless potential is a Miracle! The Atonement is a Miracle! Look for the miracles in your life, from your...
