David Journal

Tag: AMEN

  • The Parable of the Sower

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    The parable of the sower He isn’t speaking about those who represented wayside and never received the seed. Those who have no root are committed to the social benefits of the church rather than the gospel itself. If you are texting or whispering when the sacrament is being passed you are clipping your spiritual roots.…

  • Eternal Life—to Know Our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ

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    Do you remember the first time you knew that you were a child of God? This is all about how the Father and the Son are separate but united beings.

  • Bear Up Their Burdens with Ease

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    It was the load that allowed the truck to have traction to get out of the snow. Sometimes we mistakenly think that happiness is having no load. I missed the specific counsel he gave about assessing our loads to see if they were appropriate to our needs. I need to go back and review that.

  • Redemption

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    The Savior’s redemption has two aspects. First, to overcome the direct effects of Adam’s fall – physical and spiritual death. This redemption is universal. Second, to overcome the indirect effects of the fall – our individual sins. This redemption is conditional based on our participation. As disciples of Jesus Christ we ought to do all…

  • “Lord, I Believe”

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    I notice that Elder Holland consistently has insights into well known Bible stories that he shares in his talks. Notice that the father started by saying “Lord, I believe.” It was only after declaring his position that he acknowledged his weakness with “Help thou my unbelief.” Don’t lead with your unbelief. “In this church, what…

  • Marriage: Watch and Learn

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    How old was Anna? 4 years old. Faith if the foundation of every virtue that strengthens marriage. Repentance and humility strengthen marriages. Husbands and wives in great marriages make decisions unanimously with each being a full participant. This is awesome. Laura and I should study and discuss this one together. Marriage is a gift from…

  • Four Titles

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    We as men often describe ourselves by titles whether those be family position, employment titles, out titles of church position. Here are some titles that apply to all of us: Son of Heavenly Father Disciple of Christ Healer Heirs of God I notice that none of these titles is exclusive to members of the church.…

  • “This Is My Work and Glory”

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    I like the imagery of reviving the wilting tomato plant. This could easily be a talk for priesthood session. Actually it is appropriate for a general audience, not simply priesthood holders. The work of Jesus Christ is accomplished through the priesthood.

  • Converted unto the Lord

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    The connection between gaining a testimony and becoming converted unto the Lord. How often are members, especially multi-generational members, converted to a culture of Mormonism, the traditions of their fathers, rather than to the Savior.

  • The First Great Commandment

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    Elder Holland has clearly come to know Peter personally. researching between sessions It is interesting to think of Christ’s apostles as newly ordained elders. They had not held any priesthood prior to their calls. I wonder if Peter really did think it was over or if he was simply taking a break after the trauma…