David Journal

Tag: April 2022

  • Conference Promises April 2022

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    The Power of Spiritual Momentum – Russell M. Nelson End conflicts that are raging in your heart, your home or your life. Bury any inclination to hurt others. Get on the covenant path and stay there. Discover the joy of daily repentance. Learn about God and how He works. Seek and expect miracles. End conflict…

  • Now Is the Time

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    Yes we should learn from the past and yes we should prepare for the future but now is the time for us to use. Lack of moving forward is what got Laura bogged down for years. It is what is stalling Alyssa, Mariah, and to some extent Isaac at present. Wellington, New Zealand Brazzaville, Republic…

  • Our Heartfelt All

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    With the recognition of the widows mite the Lord showed us how offerings are measured in His kingdom. Sometimes we mistakenly assume that balance means dividing ourselves between various priorities. Staying balanced is all about moving forward. Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is not just one of many things that we do. Consecration is…

  • Come into the Fold of God

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    The safety and security of the sheep depend upon their willingness to come into the fold. The gift of agency is not simply the right to choose but the opportunity to choose the right. Be redeemed Be resurrected Receive Eternal life Receive the companionship of the Holy Ghost

  • In Awe of Christ and His Gospel

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    Spiritual apathy usually begins when we think that we have already gained all the knowledge we need for salvation. Complacency is the deadly foe of all spiritual growth. Aiden Wilson Tozer Our ability to feel the Savior’s influence and love will be intensified in our lives, magnifying our faith, our desire to act righteously, and…

  • Conversion Is Our Goal

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    It has been 3 years since we started the Come Follow Me approach to studying the scriptures in the church. The Lord works through his prophet to protect and save His people. Promises from President Nelson when Come Follow Me was introduced Your Sabbath days will be a delight. Your children will be excited to…

  • Valiant Discipleship in the Latter Days

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    Should we live our religion at periscope depth? Perhaps the better question is “am I living my religion at periscope depth?” A god who makes no demands is the functional equivalent of a god that does not exist. Teaching the commandments of God clearly can sometimes be perceived as an act of intolerance. Zion and…

  • The Covenant Path: The Way to Eternal Life

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    In the scriptures we find the invitation for us to come unto the Lord over 90 times and most of those are personal invitations from the Lord. The path to perfection is the covenant path and Jesus Christ is the center of that path.

  • Divine Love in the Father’s Plan

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    The preface that “I love all of you” suggests he’s about to tackle a topic that many will take strong issue with. The concept that there is a “heaven” and a “hell” where people will be sent after life is incomplete. The Lord has chosen to reveal relatively little about two of the kingdoms of…

  • Teaching Self-Reliance to Children and Youth

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    What is the intersection between self-reliance and helping others? How and when should we accept help from others? What is the balance between individual responsibility and communal support? We should help our children to make goals through the children and youth program and follow up with them to help them learn the self-control and drive…