6.14.16

Jeffrey R. Holland-April 2016
Keep loving. Keep trying. Keep trusting. Keep believing. Keep growing. Heaven is cheering you on today, tomorrow, and forever.
* I needed this today. I needed the reminder that I'm not alone, that my support system is strong. I needed to be reminded to be one my own side!

4.23.16

Kearon. Sun PM.
Serve! Begin on your knees in prayer. The possibilities for us to lend a hand and be a friend are endless.
*The power of friendship and fellowship can extend beyond the eternities. Be a friend, first and foremost.

IwasaStranger.lds.org

4.22.16

Rasband. Sat PM.
We choose to follow the Lord while the world is going in another direction. We choose to hold fast to the iron rod, to be Latter-day Saints, to be on the Lord's errand, and to be filled with exceedingly great joy.
*I love this so much. It's a choice we all have to make.

4.21.16

Cook. Sun AM.
We can achieve all righteous requirements to qualify and fully repent of transgressions. This includes being willing to forgive ourselves and not focus on our imperfections or sins as disqualifying us from ever entering a sacred temple.
*I've been working on letting go, and forgiving.

4.20.16

Gong. Sun PM.
When trust is betrayed, dreams shattered, hearts broken and broken again, when we want justice and need mercy, when our fists clench and our tears flow, when we need to know what to hold onto and what to let go of, we can always remember Him.
*When our fists clench and our tears flow...

**Last night was a long night with an emotionally volatile two-nado. We both ended up zonking out on the couch while watching Rescuers Down Under around midnight...

4.18.16

Durham. Sat AM.
How do we as parents increase the spiritual capacity of our little ones?
1 we can bring to our children's attention when they are hearing and feeling the Spirit.
2 we can prepare our homes and our children to feel the still, small voice.
3 we can help our children understand how the Spirit speaks to them.
*I also read this as "how to increase the Spiritual capacity of my home." I need to better about preparing my home for the Spirit.

4.17.16

I'm already a day behind. :( This weekend was rough for me, and I was in a real sour mood. It took a while for me to push thru the storm clouds and find the sunlight again. But I did it. :)

Esplin. Women's.
Who in my circle of influence could I help today?
What time and resources do I have?
In what ways can I use my talents and skills to bless others?
What might we do as a family?
*I love these q's. I want my boys to serve, I need to teach them the joy of serving. :)

4.14.16

Hales. Sun PM.
Let us encourage our children and others to follow the direction of the Holy Ghost. In doing so, let us follow the example of the Holy Ghost ourselves, leading through gentleness, meekness, kindness, long-suffering, and love unfeigned.
*This touched my heart. I needed to hear this. I've been struggling with the boys lately, they intentionally pushed my buttons. I need to seek to constantly have the Holy Ghost in my life.

4.13.16

Owen. Priesthood.
Isn't it inspiring to see how a seemingly ordinary [people] can accomplish great things through service, even when [they] feel inadequate? "When thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren."
*We aren't told to convert them, or drag them to church but to strengthen (befriend, serve) our brethren. Build up the Children of God, so their hearts might be prepared to receive His word.

4.12.16

Christofferson. Sun AM.
Fathers manifest that love as they lay down their lives day by day, laboring in the service and support of their families. Providing for one's family...is not inconsistent with fatherhood-it is the essence of being a good father.
*I read this and thought, do I tell him I appreciate him, that I'm truly grateful for how hard he works? He sacrifices so much for our little family. Express your love, appreciation, and gratitude.

4.11.16

Alright, it's post-Conference time, and I'm rereading the talks again. I take notes as I read them, because I chase my boys during the broadcast and can't take notes. I take my time, and don't rush. I love searching for and highlighting the words that touch my heart.

Eyring. Sat AM.
We all have had seeds, or the word of God, planted in our hearts at one time. Each felt that the seed was good, even felt the swelling in our hearts, and experienced joy as our hearts and minds seemed to expand.
*This talk is amazing. This was a beautiful talk to start the Conference. We must pray for a soft heart, and to nourish the seed. Each Sunday, I go early to prepare the program, and I find myself praying for the Spirit to whisper to me.

4.6.16

We live in a wonderful time. Just 3 days (and not even full days!) after God has spoken to use via His Prophets, we have the entire conference at our fingertips. Please read the conference talks. These words are meant for us, right now, with these trials.
https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2016/04

4.3.16

Tonight I'd just like to say thank you. Thank you reading these. Thank you for putting up with my obnoxious texting. Thank you for being you. You have kept me on track, and I have found joy in reading the Book of Mormon and in sharing my thoughts. You have helped to shape my life, and I thank Father for you. I love you. And remember, He loves you, with all His might, mind and strength.

3.26.16

Sister Marriott gave an amazing talk tonight.
*Love is making space in your life for someone else.
*The 1st Child of God we must build up is ourselves.
**I love these 2 principles, so very true, and they hit the bullseye. This is what I needed to hear.