David Journal

Category: General Conference

  • Love Your Enemies

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    I can’t believe how blatantly he acknowledged that there have been political divisions that have spilled into our church meetings. I wonder where and how that happened. I know it can happen in isolated cases but to be enough to mention it in general conference suggests that it wasn’t some isolated incident. Anger is the…

  • Recommended to the Lord

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    Your temple recommend reflects a deep spiritual intent to follow Christ. A recommend isn’t simply a means to be allowed into the temple – it is an end in itself as a badge declaring our intent to take upon us the name of Christ.

  • Hearts Knit in Righteousness and Unity

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    Unity is enhanced when people are treated with dignity and respect despite any differences in actions or beliefs.

  • Eyes to See

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    There will be times in your life when you feel like you are under siege. (Like now)! I know the feeling of wondering if 20 years of striving to live the gospel at home have all been a waste of effort. Good reminder that the reason to do so isn’t just to set an example…

  • Becoming like Him

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    The command to before life Christ isn’t hyperbole – it is what we should honestly strive for until we make it a reality.

  • We Will Prove Them Herewith

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    Periodic tests are essential to learning. I think that constant tests can be detrimental. I know that I am falling further and further behind with continued trial. The principle of preparation and the principle of pressing forward with steadfastness in Christ can help us navigate challenging times. My preparations were insufficient and my steadfastness now…

  • Moving Forward

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    Challenging times can bring unexpected opportunities. Some of us just drown no matter what happens.

  • Go Forward in Faith

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    Hear, hearken to, and heed the words of Christ. … even when you feel like you’re not particularly successful … that’s me now. Great promises requested from the dedication of the Kirkland temple. Use this time when the temples are closed to live a temple-worthy life. New temples: Argentina Tallahassee, FL Congo Pittsburgh, PA Nigeria…

  • Sharing the Message of the Restoration and the Resurrection

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    If the example of my life is what will make my invitation to hear the gospel appealing then at least for the time being nobody would want to listen to my invitation. Such is convenient since nobody would want to listen to me anyway. Everyone is worthy to receive an invitation to learn the gospel…

  • The Finest Homes

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    Establishing the finest homes has everything to do with the personal qualities of the people living there. Is the image of Christ reflected in the people living there? We suck here. Residents in the finest homes make time to study the words of Christ and his servants every day. Fine homes follow the blueprint for…