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#bethelight – Day 53

I am sad that I missed posting yesterday... Jesus taught:  "I was in prison, and ye came unto me."  —Matthew 25:36 Some prisons are literal, physical institutions, but other “prisons” include physical and mental afflictions, and addictions. Reach out to those who are feeling trapped and let them know they’re not alone. WAYS YOU CAN… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 53

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#bethelight – Day 52

Delivery day for the food basket we are giving away as a family. Jesus taught: "That which ye have seen me do even that shall ye do." —3 Nephi 27:21 No one else has provided a better pattern for living than Jesus Christ. As we seek to emulate Him, we can improve our own lives and the… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 52

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#bethelight – Day 51

I have been working at finding ways to spread the light of Christ that fills my heart.  I gave a few dollars to the bell ringers outside a couple of stores.  I gave a few dollars to a girl on a corner looking for gas money.  I am trying to make a difference, even if… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 51

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#bethelight – Day 50

Sometimes it's hard to choose to be happy... but you can do it!  Yesterday I had a great time with family and friends.  It was happy. Today I will continue the trend. Jesus taught:  "A man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth." —Luke 12:15 Sometimes possessions distract us from appreciating… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 50

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#bethelight – Day 49

Yesterday I worked on cleaning up the kitchen... then I made dinner.  I worked on dishes... then people ate and the sink filled.  I cleaned off my desk... then I filled it with Christmas cards.  Effort counts! Jesus taught: "Rejoice, and be exceeding glad."  —Matthew 5:12 God loves us and wants us to be happy. We have… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 49

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#bethelight – Day 48

Yesterday was a good day of worship and family.  My son spoke in 2 wards.  We had a fun family dinner.  It was a good day. Today I will work on Christmas cards, cleaning up around the house, and having a forgiving heart. Jesus taught: "Forgive men their trespasses."  —Matthew 6:14 Allowing anger or resentment to fester… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 48

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#bethelight – Day 47

I cleaned out a few things yesterday.  I helped people where I could.  Today... https://www.mormon.org/christmas/25-ways-25-days/day-17 Today I celebrated the Savior and the blessing He showers upon me and upon my family in church services. Jesus taught:  "Ye shall meet together oft."  —3 Nephi 18:22 The Lord commanded that His followers should meet together often to strengthen one another.… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 47

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#bethelight – Day 46

Yesterday was a wash.  "Life" kept me moving and I struggle to get in the suggested activities.  Perhaps today will be a more successful day. Jesus taught:   "[I was] naked, and ye clothed me."  —Matthew 25:36 Along with things like food and shelter, clothing is a basic need. It covers us and can keep us warm.… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 46

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#bethelight – Day 45

What a day... started early and I just got home.  What's another 16 hour day? Sorry I am blogging late... I can only move as fast as I can... even at a tortoise pace. Yesterday I took #5 to Burgerville.  Man, she loves her junk food.  Today I let her hang out with a friend… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 45

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#bethelight – Day 44

Yesterday I made an effort to be patent during misunderstandings.  Yesterday I helped someone who was in need of the help to find something lost.  It was a long day, yet it was a good day. Jesus taught:   "For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also."  —Matthew 6:21 There’s nothing wrong with having… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 44