I started this blog mainly for my benefit, however, I hope that I can shine a little light or insight into your hearts and minds. I am a happy member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Oh, and I'm dang proud of it!! You'll never EVER be able to change my mind :) I was born into the church. And for those of you who don't understand that, that means my parents are strong members and I've been goin to church since I was literally a baby. I was baptized when I was 8 in my pool (how cool is that?!), participated in all the youth programs and activities and now participate in the Relief Society. I am a student at Brigham Young University- Idaho. No I'm not only going here because I didn't get into Provo. In fact, I LOVE it here and wouldn't trade any of my experiences here. Not that Provo doesn't have good experiences... I'm just sayin! So there's some background about me. Each day I will post something that either helped my testimony grow, or just some insights I had about the gospel that day. And if nothing really happens, I'll still post!
So today's thoughts come from the devotional we had today. We have one every tuesday at 2:15 and we have the wonderful opportunity to hear from many inspiring speakers. Today Sister Julie Merrill spoke. She talked about the fact that we are all children of our Heavenly Father. And because we are, we need to find ways to help others and serve others. This was such a good devotional... (devo for short). I mean, REALLY good. Not that I'm a horrible person, but I could try to find more ways to serve others. How hard is it to hold the door open for people or help pick up papers that fell? It's not hard at all. I know that when people help and serve me I feel great! Why not share that feeling with others through service? The best part is that it can be anonymous!!
I love this gospel and and the many small inspirational teachings it gives. There's more than just the 10 commandments and I think that's whats so beautiful about it. There's more to do, more to learn, more to teach, and more room to grow. I KNOW that this church is true. I KNOW that I am a daughter of God and he knows me personally. He hears my prayers and answers them. I love my Savior and I KNOW that He lives. I love Thomas S. Monson and his sweet spirit. I KNOW he is a true prophet of God and receives revelation. I KNOW Joseph Smith was a true prophet and restored this wonderful gospel. I KNOW that my family is eternal and I love them very much. I KNOW the priesthood is real. It works. I love everything about this gospel and I would not be who I am or where I am today if I didn't have it to lean on.
Remember to SMILE and have a great day! :D
There is no greater joy for a parent to see their children learning and growing in the gospel--to witness their testimonies being strengthened as they learn those things that are of eternal nature.
ReplyDeleteLike we talked about, I think you should go to Mormon.org and post your profile. :) love you sweetie
Very cool idea!!
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