In some ways our world today is similar to Kirtland of the 1830s. We too live in times of financial distress. There are those who persecute and rail against the Church and its members. Individual and collective trials may sometimes seem overwhelming. That is when we need, more than ever, to draw near unto the [...]
Therefore, at this time of economic difficulty, let us rejoice in the fact that we have the restored gospel which gives perspective to the ups and downs in life. Let troubled times serve as a catalyst for introspection and soul searching—followed by increased spirituality. We need to be more sensitive to those around us who [...]
Submitted by: Deb Allred – Thanks! When I was a teenager my institute teacher, Brother Ronald Walker, wrote me a note, part of which follows…. “Discouragement, of course, is the devils principal tool. TAKE IT AWAY FROM HIM! Don’t let him use it. He tries it on each of us….Have FAITH. The Lord, when we put [...]
There are those today who say that man is the result of his environment and cannot rise above it. Those who justify mediocrity, failure, and even weakness and criminality are certainly misguided. Surely the environmental conditions found in childhood and youth are an influence of power. But the fact remains that every normal soul has [...]
Just as a sewing pattern determines the dress or clothes we wear, so our present lives determine our future existence. Why do people have to go through the “school of hard knocks” to learn this truth? The scriptures and instructions from our spiritual leaders teach us how to avoid the heartache which always results from [...]
The following was submitted by Sister Roberta Blain. Thanks Roberta! The spiritual thought posted today is perfectly motivating and marvelous, hopefully opening more doors for everyone to realize how the gospel truly can cover the earth in marvelous ways. As a recently returned senior missionary (our second full-time mission), I am excited to continue to [...]
This was submitted by Sheila Osmer. Thanks Sheila. “My beloved brothers and sisters, communication with our Father in Heaven—including our prayers to Him and His inspiration to us—is necessary in order for us to weather the storms and trials of life. The Lord invites us, “Draw near unto me and I will draw near unto you; [...]
