Located in a small valley in the Canadian Rockies. Just trying to help others feel inspired! Be sure to follow me on Instagram.
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Worship Him
We celebrate the Christmas season in honour of the birth of the Saviour. But let’s also remember, why he was so important and honour Him year round! Oh come, let us worship and bow down, let us kneel before the Lord, our maker! - Psalm 95:6 ~Todd...
Stand Up & Speak Up
No one has the same experiences and knows the same people as you! Be a good example to your friends, acquaintances, and coworkers. You are the example of the Church that they will use! Be kind, be firm, and defend the faith. "Stand up and Speak up for Truth --...
Joy in the Journey
Life is what happens when you’re busy making plans! Let’s enjoy all of life, not just the parts we planned for! "I plead with you not the let those most important things pass by as you plan for that illusive and nonexistent future when you will have time to do all...
Innkeeper
I love all that is implied with this thought. Each of us is responsible in opening the door and allowing Jesus into our hearts. "Each of us is an innkeeper who decides if there is room for Jesus!" - Neal A. Maxwell ~Todd @elkvalleylatterdaysaint
Light of Christ
We can do all things thru Christ, but we need to actively seek after Him and obey Him! "The Light of Christ is stronger than any darkness we face in this life, if we have faith in Him, seek after Him, and obey Him" - Virginia U. Jensen ~Todd...
Reach Out to Rescue
Truly helping others is made easier by making ourselves right and being willing to serve others, then acting on the opportunities that arise! "kneel down to pray, step up to serve, reach out to rescue!" - Thomas S. Monson ~Todd @elkvalleylatterdaysaint
Psalm 28:7
Put on the whole armour of God and go to work, but remember, your best defense is being on God’s side!!! The Lord is my strength and my shield. - Psalm 28:7 ~Todd @elkvalleylatterdaysaint
One-sided Gift Exchange
I was asked yesterday to try and describe my relationship to Christ in one word and all I could think of was this quote and "one-sided." I am totally dependent and reliant on Him. He does 99.9% of the heavy lifting. The other word I would've used is Love, because he...
Choose to Serve & Choose to be Happy About it
My parents grew up in the wilds of northwestern Ontario. It wasn’t really the wild, but it was in a tiny town that is a 90 minute drive from anywhere. They grew up working hard and spent most of their days outdoors. I grew up in the wilds of southeastern British...
Choose Happiness
Sometimes, it can be hard to be happy, but wallowing in self misery never helped anyone. Choose to be happy by being grateful, being positive and by serving others. "For maximum happiness, peace, and contentment, may we choose a positive attitude." - Thomas S. Monson...
Goodness and Love
In a world where we can choose to be anything, choose to be kind. "Our world needs your goodness and love. Be kind to one another, Jesus taught us to love one another and to treat others as we want to be treated. As we strive to be kind, we draw closer to Him and his...
Tender Mercies
We are blessed as we sacrifice in order to serve others. "I've always believed that some of God's tenderest of tender mercies come to those who are willing to sacrifice a little comfort and convenience to keep watch over his flock. - Brad Wilcox ~Todd...
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...
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...
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...
Prayer
God is a loving parent, and He wants to hear from us! Some of my best prayers have been when I was frustrated and let Him know it, almost immediately, I received peace and got over my frustration much sooner than if I had not knelt down and told Him how I felt. "At...
Fairest Test
Life is not fair, but the trials and challenges we face match the ability each of us have to overcome those trials, with the help of the Saviour. This is what makes it the fairest test. If you feel overwhelmed, take it as a compliment that the Lord believes you can...
Empathy
I read a talk awhile ago that talks about our unique challenges, and how, if given the option and all the information, would we really trade our challenges and trials with that of anyone else? Think about that! And then think about how strong those around us have to...
