Scripture Sunday

Resigning from Doubt to Walk in the River of His Love

This past Sunday, the women's group at church will be studying a talk entitled "Sir, We Would Like to See Jesus" by Elder Robert M. Daines, given in the October, 2023 General Conference. I serve in the children's ministry, so I will not be able to participate in the discussion. However, I have learned much… Continue reading Resigning from Doubt to Walk in the River of His Love

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Foolish or Wise – Resigning to Become a Light Trimmer

Yesterday I studied the General Conference talk entitled "Abide the Day in Christ" by Sister Amy A. Wright. I remember loving this talk during the October Saturday morning Conference session. I remember feeling fed, uplifted and inspired. Reading it and pondering it enriched my life yesterday. She begins her talk with the Savior's words and… Continue reading Foolish or Wise – Resigning to Become a Light Trimmer

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Experiencing Joy

Last week the missionaries came over for dinner. After dinner they shared a short message and asked these questions, "What is joy to you and in what ways have you experienced joy?" The answer that came out of my mouth surprised me because they were words I had not previously formed or contemplated. My experiences… Continue reading Experiencing Joy

Scripture Sunday

Building a Thanksgiving Map

This morning I was asked to help with singing time in Primary at church. I wasn't really sure I knew what I was going to do. I had a couple ideas, but I wasn't exactly positive what I was going to do and how I was going to teach singing time. This group of kids… Continue reading Building a Thanksgiving Map

Scripture Sunday

Breaking Free of the “Self-Pity Party” – Thoughts on Forgiveness

This week I was watching the Hallmark Channel series The Good Witch and I heard this quote, "Hate traps you in the past." This quote led me to ponder forgiveness for several days. I think that forgiveness is often a misunderstood principle. This is usually the case when we are in need of forgiving an… Continue reading Breaking Free of the “Self-Pity Party” – Thoughts on Forgiveness

Scripture Sunday

Reflections on Come Follow Me – the First Week

My husband has been away on business all week but I was determined to at least start this new thing off to the best of my ability. So, last Sunday, I sat down with Lilli and we made a plan. First, we assigned reading for each day of the week and we talked about using… Continue reading Reflections on Come Follow Me – the First Week

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Developing and Attitude of Gratitude – Day 4

Today, as I studied 2 Nephi 4 for my scripture study, I was reminded of two important principles.  First of all, I must say how beautiful this chapter truly is.   I love the great list of qualities of the Savior it provides.  As I read I was reminded of how thankful I was for each… Continue reading Developing and Attitude of Gratitude – Day 4

Scripture Sunday

Parental Love

I've been pondering the concept of parental love of a "goodly" parent for the last couple of months. I am learning more and more from day to day that the love of a parent for a child is the most profound because it lasts more than a life time. It lasts for an eternity. It… Continue reading Parental Love