I have often said I am in a constant state of practice. That’s just because I need lots and lots of practice. The comforting takeaway from Elder Uchtdorf’s talk is I am not alone. We all need practice time.
Continue readingAtonement of Christ
General Conference thoughts: Consider the Goodness and Greatness of God
There is an account in the Book of Mormon that amazes me every time I read it. It is found in Alma 24 and begins with verse 7. The newly called Anti-Nephi-Lehies have trouble in the form of armed soldiers marching toward them. What is their act of defense? A long list of gratitude and a refusal to take up arms. The fact that when faced with certain death this group of people chose to lift up their voices in gratitude sets an example for me of how to be grateful even under the worst circumstances. There is always something to be grateful about.
Continue readingGeneral Conference thoughts: A Living Witness of the Living Christ and The Power of the Book of Mormon in Conversion
Really it’s pretty simple. The object and design of the Book of Mormon is to teach us about Christ. The whole book points us to and focuses on Jesus Christ and His Atonement. Once we gain that knowledge, what are we going to do with it? Change for the better to align ourselves with Christ?
Continue readingGeneral Conference thoughts: Ensuring a Righteous Judgment
I don’t want to use the word ‘favorite’ but if I did this might be it. Or at least one of the talks that struck a chord with me. Because as a human, I have done some pretty dumb things and I know I have hurt other people. Not physically but for a quiet person I sure stick my foot in my mouth. A lot.
Continue readingPeter’s denial vs Judas’ betrayal
A few months ago, while we finished our study of the four Gospels in the Come, Follow Me lessons for the New Testament I had the thought, “what is the difference between Peter’s denial of Christ and the betrayal by Judas that led to the arrest of Jesus?” Is Judas synonymous with betrayal because his actions ultimately led to the crucifixion of Jesus or was there something more I was missing? I do not claim to be a gospel scholar or scriptorian. These are simply my thoughts as I pondered the difference between these two men and why one is honored and one is sullied. Continue reading
A Fixable Flaw
In April 1990, to much hoopla and fanfare, I remember the Hubble Telescope being launched into orbit. For nerds and those of us with a layman’s fascination of space this was an exciting time full of promise. While we weren’t actually going into space we were going to get glimpses of it never before seen. I may not have understood the particulars but I did get the gist. The expectation was thrilling. And then, as it was in space beginning to do its job there was a problem. To be exact, a flaw 1/50 the thickness of paper distorted the images being sent back. By this time, there was a lot of time and a whole lotta money invested in this telescope. It couldn’t be thwarted by a minuscule flaw. Three years later, a mission launched to fix the problem. Since then, the Hubble telescope has being performing its mission beautifully. It performed at its full potential. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: Christ: The Light That Shines in Darkness
Our eyes are made to find light. In fact, to do their job they need light. Stand in a windowless room and turn off the light. At first, you will see nothing but in a few minutes your eyes do that miraculous thing they do. They actually adjust so that they can see using small amounts of light. It’s a cool process that we take for granted. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: Wilt Thou Be Made Whole?
by Elder Matthew L. Carpenter
There are key words that I identify with as part of my life long quest. Words such as peace, beauty, and healing. All three words have the same source: Jesus Christ. Continue reading
Bad day pep talk
I know you had a bad day. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: Our Good Shepherd
by Dale G. Renlund
When we get a paper cut we know what to expect. It’s going to hurt but after a couple of days we will forget about it because our body will do what it does best – it will heal. We are designed to heal. Sometimes though, when the wounds are severe, we need help to heal. Continue reading
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