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Lighting the World with Christlike Service

As the Christmas season approaches, I have chosen to the Light the World activity sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. You can find more info on this Christ centered Christmas activity here: https://www.comeuntochrist.org/light-the-world Today the activity prompt is to think of someone who has/is an example of Christ-like service and mention… Continue reading Lighting the World with Christlike Service

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#bethelight – Day 55

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=oS0p214sJEo   Jesus taught: "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven." —Matthew 5:16\ I have been working at being a light for more than 25 days.  I started my quest on the first day of November. Today... today I continue. … Continue reading #bethelight – Day 55

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#bethelight – Day 54

Jesus taught: "Ye must watch and pray always." —3 Nephi 18:15 Prayer is the simple communication between God the Father and His beloved children. God has promised to answer the prayers of those who humbly ask. I am grateful for the opportunities I have to pray... to strengthen my prayers... to express gratitude through prayer...… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 54

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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 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 43

Yesterday I called a sick friend.  Sadly it was about all I had time for.  Maybe I will get a little more wiggle room today... Jesus taught:  "All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them."  —Matthew 7:12 “Do unto others as you would have them do… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 43