Tag: 2020
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Becoming like Him
The command to before life Christ isn’t hyperbole – it is what we should honestly strive for until we make it a reality.
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We Will Prove Them Herewith
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…
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Moving Forward
Challenging times can bring unexpected opportunities. Some of us just drown no matter what happens.
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Go Forward in Faith
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…
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Sharing the Message of the Restoration and the Resurrection
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…
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The Finest Homes
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…
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Come and Belong
The church is structured to give us practice in becoming like Christ. What about those of us who go years on end with no calling in the church? Yes, I’m getting more bitter about that. I’m failing at home and useless outside the home. I have no role in the ward and hate my position…
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Finding Refuge from the Storms of Life
“Suffering is universal. How we react to suffering is individual. …” – Robert D. Hales To one with faith no explanation is necessary. To one without faith, no explanation is sufficient. Although many people believe in Jesus Christ the key question is whether we believe Him. Saints can be happy under every circumstance. … Of…
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The Blessing of Continuing Revelation to Prophets and Personal Revelation to Guide Our Lives
Sometimes we receive revelation even when we do not understand the purposes of the Lord. I knew that Elder Cook and Elder Holland served in the same mission but I didn’t realize they served at the same time and that they were companions – much less that Elder Cook was the senior companion in that…
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The Great Plan
All children of Heavenly Father were introduced to the plan before we came to earth and all who have or will come to earth accepted the plan and fought for it. “Sometimes our needed growth is accomplished better by suffering and adversity than by comfort and security.” Four assurances from the atonement: Through His suffering…