First of all its been quite awhile since I've last posted. Second, I know that I've posted about prayer before, but lets face it, the the amazing power of prayer will never change.
To update, I was not accepted into the RAD Tech program at Weber and even though I was quite devastated, I know it was for the best. I was able to learn a lot and my payers were answered through various ways. Some things and opportunities have happened since my experience with applying and I feel that they have all been very beneficial for me. I couldn't be any happier than I am right now.
I met the most amazing person a few months ago and am so happy and grateful to have him in my life. I was able to spend a week with my whole family and reunite with them which made me realize how much I am grateful for them, their love, and support. Going through difficult times doesn't seem as difficult when you are surrounded by friends and family who love you. I have some amazing roommates who continue to be patient with me and I know that it's not always easy.
I know the Lord hears my prayers. In my Doctrine and Covenants class we recently talked about the ways that the Lord answers prayers. Prayers are answered through: self, others, visions, and sometimes the Lord himself. I truly believe my patriarchal blessing when it says the the Lord is mindful of me. I do not doubt that the hears and answers my prayers. It has been amazing for me to see the different ways the Lord has answered my recent prayers. I feel confident in the love that He has for me and trust that what he tells me is for my benefit whether it be yes, no, or not now.
I know that I would not be the person I am today without my Heavenly Father and his patience, support, and love. I am so grateful for the knowledge I have that I can communicate with my Heavenly Father and know that he hears every single prayer offered up to him. What amazing peace it brings to my mind to know that.
I hope to do a little bit better at posting. But remember to always smile and keep a positive attitude :D
Friday, October 5, 2012
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
End of the Semester Reflection
Well I'm sorry to say that I haven't posted a lot this semester. It has been a very stressful one indeed. I just want to give you a glimpse of what has been going on.
I applied for a Radiography Technology program at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah and have been working hard on my grades. One of the classes required as a prerequisite is a communications class. I took interpersonal communications. My teacher wanted us to incorporate peace into our lives. When I first thought about this project and how I could use it in my daily life I wasn't quite sure what how I could go about doing it. I thought reading my scriptures or praying a lot would help me. Then I realized that that wasn't the answer. I decided that finding peace was through television and being a "lazy" person.
I really liked my communications class. I learned more about myself then I ever thought I would learn in such a short time. I have and will definitely take what I've learned and use it in my daily life now and forever. I feel that I have become a better person through this class.
Other things that have kept me from blogging is just school work. Retaking anatomy has really taken my focus elsewhere. My studies are important to me and I want to strive to do well in them. My goal is to earn college degree and I don't know when that will happen, but I know it will.
My personal prayer has definitely helped me grow this semester. I prayed to hard and so much to my Heavenly Father during this difficult time of waiting to find out about interviews for a job and for the RAD tech program. I know that He heard my prayers and answered them.
I know I've already posted this semester about prayer but I just want to share again my testimony of prayer. Prayer is a huge deal to me now and it is a huge part of my life. I will not go a day or night without saying a prayer. It means all the world to me when I have wonderful prayers and conversations with my Heavenly Father. I know he loves me and listens to me. I know he wants whats best for me. I know that whatever the answer he gives is for my benefit and I've learned to be okay with whatever answer I get... eventually :)
I have grown so much this last semester and will never forget it.
Psalms 34:14
Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.
I applied for a Radiography Technology program at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah and have been working hard on my grades. One of the classes required as a prerequisite is a communications class. I took interpersonal communications. My teacher wanted us to incorporate peace into our lives. When I first thought about this project and how I could use it in my daily life I wasn't quite sure what how I could go about doing it. I thought reading my scriptures or praying a lot would help me. Then I realized that that wasn't the answer. I decided that finding peace was through television and being a "lazy" person.
I really liked my communications class. I learned more about myself then I ever thought I would learn in such a short time. I have and will definitely take what I've learned and use it in my daily life now and forever. I feel that I have become a better person through this class.
Other things that have kept me from blogging is just school work. Retaking anatomy has really taken my focus elsewhere. My studies are important to me and I want to strive to do well in them. My goal is to earn college degree and I don't know when that will happen, but I know it will.
My personal prayer has definitely helped me grow this semester. I prayed to hard and so much to my Heavenly Father during this difficult time of waiting to find out about interviews for a job and for the RAD tech program. I know that He heard my prayers and answered them.
I know I've already posted this semester about prayer but I just want to share again my testimony of prayer. Prayer is a huge deal to me now and it is a huge part of my life. I will not go a day or night without saying a prayer. It means all the world to me when I have wonderful prayers and conversations with my Heavenly Father. I know he loves me and listens to me. I know he wants whats best for me. I know that whatever the answer he gives is for my benefit and I've learned to be okay with whatever answer I get... eventually :)
I have grown so much this last semester and will never forget it.
Psalms 34:14
Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Shy Away From the Masquerade
Tonight's thoughts come from a fabulous man by the name of Quentin L. Cook, a member of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We were graced with his presence here in Idaho at BYU in the I-Center. It was a fabulous fireside.
The main thing that I took away from his message was that we need to be sure to not wear a mask. We need to not hide who we really are and our true feelings on issues and situations. He really emphasized that we need to stay true to who we are and act in accordance with our true beliefs. We need to become who we ought to be. Those things hit me really hard tonight. I don't feel like I wear a mask, but sometimes I wonder when I might be on the verge of putting one on. Being at a "Mormon" school, you might think that that wouldn't be hard to keep a mask off. In fact, it's actually somewhat difficult. Just because I'm surrounded by people who supposedly have my same standards doesn't mean I do and act the same as everybody. I know that I've seen other people do things that I completely disagree with and wonder why those people are even here. They are the ones who put on the mask to cover up the fact that they are members of the church. Thats how they justify their actions. I don't know why people would do that. I want people to know I'm LDS. Thats part of the reason I even have this blog. I am able to keep my mask off to complete strangers or people who don't know me as well as they think they do.
I think that keeping a mask off is sharing your testimony, going to church, praying, reading the scriptures, and going to the temple. To me, it's all about being a good example to other people and let them know that this is who I am. Elder Cook said "be true to the faith for which martyrs have perished." Which is also part of a hymn. I feel I am being true to my faith and I am dang proud of it. You can criticize me and say that I'm a load of crap, but I don't care what you think or say. I care what my Heavenly Father says and thinks.
I know that this church is true. I know my Savior lives and loves me. I know my Heavenly Father loves me and I know that I can communicate to Him through prayer. I LOVE that I can talk to Him. I know that Joseph Smith was a true prophet and restored this gospel. I know that the Book of Mormon is a true and sacred book and that Joseph Smith couldn't have made it up. I know that Thomas S. Monson is a true prophet on the earth today who leads and guides his members. I know that my family will be together forever. Literally forever. I know what Elder Cook said came from God and I will heed his words. I love this gospel with all my heart. I am so happy! It gives me the greatest joy I could imagine. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Shy away from the masquerade. Keep the mask off. Be true to who you really are.
The main thing that I took away from his message was that we need to be sure to not wear a mask. We need to not hide who we really are and our true feelings on issues and situations. He really emphasized that we need to stay true to who we are and act in accordance with our true beliefs. We need to become who we ought to be. Those things hit me really hard tonight. I don't feel like I wear a mask, but sometimes I wonder when I might be on the verge of putting one on. Being at a "Mormon" school, you might think that that wouldn't be hard to keep a mask off. In fact, it's actually somewhat difficult. Just because I'm surrounded by people who supposedly have my same standards doesn't mean I do and act the same as everybody. I know that I've seen other people do things that I completely disagree with and wonder why those people are even here. They are the ones who put on the mask to cover up the fact that they are members of the church. Thats how they justify their actions. I don't know why people would do that. I want people to know I'm LDS. Thats part of the reason I even have this blog. I am able to keep my mask off to complete strangers or people who don't know me as well as they think they do.
I think that keeping a mask off is sharing your testimony, going to church, praying, reading the scriptures, and going to the temple. To me, it's all about being a good example to other people and let them know that this is who I am. Elder Cook said "be true to the faith for which martyrs have perished." Which is also part of a hymn. I feel I am being true to my faith and I am dang proud of it. You can criticize me and say that I'm a load of crap, but I don't care what you think or say. I care what my Heavenly Father says and thinks.
I know that this church is true. I know my Savior lives and loves me. I know my Heavenly Father loves me and I know that I can communicate to Him through prayer. I LOVE that I can talk to Him. I know that Joseph Smith was a true prophet and restored this gospel. I know that the Book of Mormon is a true and sacred book and that Joseph Smith couldn't have made it up. I know that Thomas S. Monson is a true prophet on the earth today who leads and guides his members. I know that my family will be together forever. Literally forever. I know what Elder Cook said came from God and I will heed his words. I love this gospel with all my heart. I am so happy! It gives me the greatest joy I could imagine. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Shy away from the masquerade. Keep the mask off. Be true to who you really are.
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Sweet Hour of Prayer
I felt impressed to write this post since today's theme (for me) has been focused on Prayer. I have not always been the best communicator with Heavenly Father. In fact, yes I'll admit it in this blog, I used to never have daily personal prayers. I do feel bad and guilty, however that has been changing.
My first semester at BYUI, I had a fabulous Book of Mormon teacher. I learned so much from him. The main thing that stuck out to me a lot (because he would bring it up in every class) was, "How's your prayer life?" and show a picture of two links, linked together. He explained that our connection with our Heavenly Father is like those to links, linked together. It's hard to break that connection. At first I didn't completely understand. I thought that if you didn't pray, you didn't have a connection. Later I learned that having a constant prayer in your heart and saying small prayers throughout the day are all part of that connection. I asked for two links for christmas to put on my key chain to remind me of my prayer life.
Since that experience, I have had battles with Satan and praying. There were times that I only prayed for help on a test and never for anything else. There were times that I laid in bed thinking I needed to get up onto my knees and pray but didn't because I felt sleep was more important. The Devil really worked on me. I, since then, have gained a greater, stronger connection with my Heavenly Father. I feel closer to my Heavenly Father and have way more trust in Him then I ever have had before. I know He loves me and hears my pleas and questions. I know His hand is in my life and that He wants me to succeed and be happy. I have no idea where I would be without Him and I am eternally grateful for His love and support in my life.
I really wish it didn't take me this long to build a stronger relationship with my Heavenly Father. However, I know He has forgiven me and is just happy that I'm building it now. I strongly encourage you to pray and to pray often. Also, listen. Listen to what He has to say to you. Be patient. Answers to prayers are NOT in your time, but His. He knows when you need specific things and it will all make sense to you in the end. I promise it's worth waiting for. Sometimes your answer is no. You have to accept that and grow and learn from that experience. Just because Heavenly Father tells you no doesn't mean He doesn't love you. Sometimes no is a good thing for your well being and growth.
I love this gospel and the wonderful aspects of it. I have no idea where I would be or who I would be without it. I know that Heavenly Father loves me and is watching out for me and caring for me. He supports me and knows what I'm going through in this life here on earth. I am grateful for His love and guidance in my life. I am grateful that I can pray to Him and never feel alone. I know He is always listening to me and sincerely cares about me.
So....how's YOUR prayer life?
My first semester at BYUI, I had a fabulous Book of Mormon teacher. I learned so much from him. The main thing that stuck out to me a lot (because he would bring it up in every class) was, "How's your prayer life?" and show a picture of two links, linked together. He explained that our connection with our Heavenly Father is like those to links, linked together. It's hard to break that connection. At first I didn't completely understand. I thought that if you didn't pray, you didn't have a connection. Later I learned that having a constant prayer in your heart and saying small prayers throughout the day are all part of that connection. I asked for two links for christmas to put on my key chain to remind me of my prayer life.
Since that experience, I have had battles with Satan and praying. There were times that I only prayed for help on a test and never for anything else. There were times that I laid in bed thinking I needed to get up onto my knees and pray but didn't because I felt sleep was more important. The Devil really worked on me. I, since then, have gained a greater, stronger connection with my Heavenly Father. I feel closer to my Heavenly Father and have way more trust in Him then I ever have had before. I know He loves me and hears my pleas and questions. I know His hand is in my life and that He wants me to succeed and be happy. I have no idea where I would be without Him and I am eternally grateful for His love and support in my life.
I really wish it didn't take me this long to build a stronger relationship with my Heavenly Father. However, I know He has forgiven me and is just happy that I'm building it now. I strongly encourage you to pray and to pray often. Also, listen. Listen to what He has to say to you. Be patient. Answers to prayers are NOT in your time, but His. He knows when you need specific things and it will all make sense to you in the end. I promise it's worth waiting for. Sometimes your answer is no. You have to accept that and grow and learn from that experience. Just because Heavenly Father tells you no doesn't mean He doesn't love you. Sometimes no is a good thing for your well being and growth.
I love this gospel and the wonderful aspects of it. I have no idea where I would be or who I would be without it. I know that Heavenly Father loves me and is watching out for me and caring for me. He supports me and knows what I'm going through in this life here on earth. I am grateful for His love and guidance in my life. I am grateful that I can pray to Him and never feel alone. I know He is always listening to me and sincerely cares about me.
So....how's YOUR prayer life?
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