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| February 4, 2012 at 09:28 PM |
Preface
THE BOOK OF NEPHI
THIRD NEPHI
THE BOOK OF NEPHI
THE SON OF NEPHI, WHO WAS THE SON OF HELAMAN
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| February 2, 2012 at 10:24 PM |
Acts 3:1
Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour.
Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour.
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barbararobarts bookmarked The Life and Ministry of George Albert Smith:36my reading GAS |
| February 2, 2012 at 02:56 AM |
Chapter 2
George Albert Smith was well known for his capacity to love others. President J. Reuben Clark Jr., one of his counselors in the First Presidency, said of him: "His real name was Love. ... He gave his love to everyone he met. He gave his love to all whom he did not meet." (J. Reuben Clark Jr., "No Man Had Greater Love for Humanity Than He," Deseret News, Apr. 11, 1951, Church section, 10, 12.)
George Albert Smith was well known for his capacity to love others. President J. Reuben Clark Jr., one of his counselors in the First Presidency, said of him: "His real name was Love. ... He gave his love to everyone he met. He gave his love to all whom he did not meet." (J. Reuben Clark Jr., "No Man Had Greater Love for Humanity Than He," Deseret News, Apr. 11, 1951, Church section, 10, 12.)
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| January 28, 2012 at 11:13 PM |
A Time to Prepare
The eighth chapter of Preach My Gospel focuses our attention on the wise use of time. In this chapter, Elder M. Russell Ballard reminds us that we must set goals and learn how to master the techniques to achieve them (see Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service [2004], 146). Mastering the techniques needed to reach our goals includes becoming the master manager of our time.
The eighth chapter of Preach My Gospel focuses our attention on the wise use of time. In this chapter, Elder M. Russell Ballard reminds us that we must set goals and learn how to master the techniques to achieve them (see Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service [2004], 146). Mastering the techniques needed to reach our goals includes becoming the master manager of our time.
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| January 28, 2012 at 11:12 PM |
Stand in Holy Places
My beloved brothers and sisters, we have heard fine messages this morning, and I commend each who has participated. We're particularly delighted to have Elder Robert D. Hales with us once again and feeling improved. We love you, Bob.
My beloved brothers and sisters, we have heard fine messages this morning, and I commend each who has participated. We're particularly delighted to have Elder Robert D. Hales with us once again and feeling improved. We love you, Bob.
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| January 15, 2012 at 10:23 AM |
Lesson 3
Explain that Lehi received a vision and told his family about it (1 Nephi 8:2). After Nephi heard his father speak about the things in the vision, he also wanted to "see, and hear, and know of [those] things" (1 Nephi 10:17; see also the first additional teaching idea). Because of Nephi's belief in Jesus Christ, his request was granted (1 Nephi 11:6). It is through Nephi's record of his experience that we know the interpretation of the vision.
Explain that Lehi received a vision and told his family about it (1 Nephi 8:2). After Nephi heard his father speak about the things in the vision, he also wanted to "see, and hear, and know of [those] things" (1 Nephi 10:17; see also the first additional teaching idea). Because of Nephi's belief in Jesus Christ, his request was granted (1 Nephi 11:6). It is through Nephi's record of his experience that we know the interpretation of the vision.
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| January 8, 2012 at 02:26 PM |
Chapter 2
From the Life of George Albert Smith
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barbararobarts bookmarked Relief SocDaughters in the Kingdom A Restoration of an Ancient Pattern:40 |
| January 5, 2012 at 10:12 PM |
Chapter 1
The women in the ancient Church were dignified and noble, needed and valued. They served others, increased in personal holiness, and participated in the great work of saving souls.
The women in the ancient Church were dignified and noble, needed and valued. They served others, increased in personal holiness, and participated in the great work of saving souls.
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| December 29, 2011 at 10:40 PM |
Luke 18:1
And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;
And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;
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| December 29, 2011 at 09:29 PM |
Alma 43:1
And now it came to pass that the sons of Alma did go forth among the people, to declare the word unto them. And Alma, also, himself, could not rest, and he also went forth.
And now it came to pass that the sons of Alma did go forth among the people, to declare the word unto them. And Alma, also, himself, could not rest, and he also went forth.
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| December 21, 2011 at 09:26 PM |
Alma 36:1
My son, give ear to my words; for I swear unto you, that inasmuch as ye shall keep the commandments of God ye shall prosper in the land.
My son, give ear to my words; for I swear unto you, that inasmuch as ye shall keep the commandments of God ye shall prosper in the land.
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| December 20, 2011 at 10:08 PM |
Luke 10:1
After these things the Lord appointed other seventy also, and sent them two and two before his face into every city and place, whither he himself would come.
After these things the Lord appointed other seventy also, and sent them two and two before his face into every city and place, whither he himself would come.
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| December 11, 2011 at 02:31 PM |
Lesson 46
Preparation
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barbararobarts bookmarked Avoiding th trap of sin the Trap of Sin:1 |
| December 11, 2011 at 01:54 PM |
Avoiding the Trap of Sin
Avoiding the Trap of Sin
Elder Jairo Mazzagardi
Of the Seventy
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Walk the talk (note for Lesson 44) |
| December 4, 2011 at 11:06 AM |
Note: Walk the talk
Lesson 44
Testify of the great love that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ have for us. Encourage class members to remember John's teachings as they strive to show their love for Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and for other people.
Lesson 44
Testify of the great love that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ have for us. Encourage class members to remember John's teachings as they strive to show their love for Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and for other people.
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Chronologically last sentence in NT (note for 1 John 5:21) |
| December 4, 2011 at 11:04 AM |
Note: Chronologically last sentence in NT
1 John 5:21
Little children, keep yourselves from idols. Amen.
1 John 5:21
Little children, keep yourselves from idols. Amen.
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He overthrew the SEATS of them that sold doves not the tables with the doves on them. (note for Mark 11:15) |
| December 1, 2011 at 10:52 PM |
Note: He overthrew the SEATS of them that sold doves not the tables with the doves on them.
Mark 11:15
¶ And they come to Jerusalem: and Jesus went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves;
Mark 11:15
¶ And they come to Jerusalem: and Jesus went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves;
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See JST - With those who trust in God all thins are possible (note for Mark 10:27) |
| December 1, 2011 at 12:05 AM |
Note: See JST - With those who trust in God all thins are possible
Mark 10:27
And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible.
Mark 10:27
And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible.
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barbararobarts bookmarked RS TFOT 2 |
| November 27, 2011 at 01:24 PM |
The Songs They Could Not Sing
Many people face significant problems or even tragedy during this mortal journey. All over the world we see examples of trials and tribulations. (See John 16:33.) We are moved in our souls by television images of death, acute suffering, and despair. We see the Japanese struggling heroically against devastation from an earthquake and tsunami. The haunting scenes from the destruction of the World Trade Center towers, which we recently reviewed, were painful to relive. Something stirs us when we become aware of such tragedy, especially when suffered by innocent people.
Many people face significant problems or even tragedy during this mortal journey. All over the world we see examples of trials and tribulations. (See John 16:33.) We are moved in our souls by television images of death, acute suffering, and despair. We see the Japanese struggling heroically against devastation from an earthquake and tsunami. The haunting scenes from the destruction of the World Trade Center towers, which we recently reviewed, were painful to relive. Something stirs us when we become aware of such tragedy, especially when suffered by innocent people.
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| November 27, 2011 at 01:23 PM |
Personal Revelation and Testimony
Many years ago when I was a college student, I was listening to general conference on the radio since we did not have a TV in our small apartment. The conference speakers were marvelous, and I was enjoying an outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
Many years ago when I was a college student, I was listening to general conference on the radio since we did not have a TV in our small apartment. The conference speakers were marvelous, and I was enjoying an outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
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barbararobarts bookmarked isaiah 11:6-9 11:6isaiah |
| November 20, 2011 at 03:30 PM |
Isaiah 11:6
The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.
The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.
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barbararobarts bookmarked Relief Society - Gospel Principles |
| November 20, 2011 at 03:13 PM |
Chapter 45
People on the Earth during the Millennium
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| August 26, 2011 at 02:43 AM |
STEP 1
Studying the scriptures and the statements of Church leaders will help you begin your recovery. This study will increase your understanding and help you learn. You can use the scriptures, statements, and questions that follow for prayerful personal study, for writing, and for group discussion. The thought of writing may frighten you, but writing is a powerful tool for recovery. It will give you time to reflect; it will help you focus your thinking; it will help you see and understand the issues, thoughts, and behaviors surrounding your addiction. When you write, you will also have a record of your thoughts. As you progress through the steps, you will be able to measure your progress. For now, just be honest and sincere as you write your thoughts, feelings, and impressions.
Studying the scriptures and the statements of Church leaders will help you begin your recovery. This study will increase your understanding and help you learn. You can use the scriptures, statements, and questions that follow for prayerful personal study, for writing, and for group discussion. The thought of writing may frighten you, but writing is a powerful tool for recovery. It will give you time to reflect; it will help you focus your thinking; it will help you see and understand the issues, thoughts, and behaviors surrounding your addiction. When you write, you will also have a record of your thoughts. As you progress through the steps, you will be able to measure your progress. For now, just be honest and sincere as you write your thoughts, feelings, and impressions.
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barbararobarts bookmarked 14 Fundamentals - Prophet |
| March 27, 2011 at 10:27 AM |
Our Very Survival
"First: The prophet is the only man who speaks for the Lord in everything.
"First: The prophet is the only man who speaks for the Lord in everything.
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barbararobarts bookmarked Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul:1 |
| December 26, 2010 at 10:01 AM |
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
Elder Dale E. Miller
Of the Seventy
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Acts 2:17-21 (note for Joel 2:28) |
| September 5, 2010 at 12:50 PM |
Note: Acts 2:17-21
Joel 2:28
¶ And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions:
Joel 2:28
¶ And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions:
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How long can rolling waters remain unpure? Move forward, progress, get in the flowing current of the church/gospel (note for D&C 121:33) |
| August 15, 2010 at 10:08 AM |
Note: How long can rolling waters remain unpure? Move forward, progress, get in the flowing current of the church/gospel
D&C 121:33
How long can rolling waters remain impure? What power shall stay the heavens? As well might man stretch forth his puny arm to stop the Missouri river in its decreed course, or to turn it up stream, as to hinder the Almighty from pouring down knowledge from heaven upon the heads of the Latter-day Saints.
D&C 121:33
How long can rolling waters remain impure? What power shall stay the heavens? As well might man stretch forth his puny arm to stop the Missouri river in its decreed course, or to turn it up stream, as to hinder the Almighty from pouring down knowledge from heaven upon the heads of the Latter-day Saints.
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Oath & covenant of the Priesthood
Verses 33-40
(note for D&C 84:33) |
| July 11, 2010 at 12:00 PM |
Note: Oath & covenant of the Priesthood
Verses 33-40
D&C 84:33
For whoso is faithful unto the obtaining these two priesthoods of which I have spoken, and the magnifying their calling, are sanctified by the Spirit unto the renewing of their bodies.
D&C 84:33
For whoso is faithful unto the obtaining these two priesthoods of which I have spoken, and the magnifying their calling, are sanctified by the Spirit unto the renewing of their bodies.
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barbararobarts bookmarked Safety for the Soul:1 |
| February 28, 2010 at 11:31 AM |
Safety for the Soul
Safety for the Soul
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland
Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
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Where in the world did all these Israelites come from?
Ridges, Isaiah Made Easier,134
(note for 1 Nephi 21:21) |
| December 7, 2009 at 10:16 AM |
Note: Where in the world did all these Israelites come from?
Ridges, Isaiah Made Easier,134
1 Nephi 21:21
Then shalt thou say in thine heart: Who hath begotten me these, seeing I have lost my children, and am desolate, a captive, and removing to and fro? And who hath brought up these? Behold, I was left alone; these, where have they been?
1 Nephi 21:21
Then shalt thou say in thine heart: Who hath begotten me these, seeing I have lost my children, and am desolate, a captive, and removing to and fro? And who hath brought up these? Behold, I was left alone; these, where have they been?
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To create your own notes, find a verse and tap on the verse number, then tap on Notes. (note for This is a sample note.) |
| November 9, 2009 at 03:19 AM |
Note: To create your own notes, find a verse and tap on the verse number, then tap on Notes.
Isaiah 55:6
¶ Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
Isaiah 55:6
¶ Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
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barbararobarts bookmarked A Sure Foundation |
| November 9, 2009 at 03:19 AM |
Helaman 5:12
And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.
And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.
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barbararobarts bookmarked Anxiously Engaged |
| November 9, 2009 at 03:19 AM |
D&C 58:27
Verily I say, men should be anxiously engaged in a good cause, and do many things of their own free will, and bring to pass much righteousness;
Verily I say, men should be anxiously engaged in a good cause, and do many things of their own free will, and bring to pass much righteousness;
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barbararobarts bookmarked Choose you this day |
| November 9, 2009 at 03:19 AM |
Joshua 24:15
And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
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barbararobarts bookmarked Isaiah 55:6 |
| November 9, 2009 at 03:19 AM |
Isaiah 55:6
¶ Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
¶ Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
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barbararobarts bookmarked Romans 1:16 |
| November 9, 2009 at 03:19 AM |
Romans 1:16
For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
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barbararobarts bookmarked Philippians 4:13 |
| November 9, 2009 at 03:19 AM |
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 John 1:5 |
| May 29, 2011 at 10:01 PM |
1 John 1:5
This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.
This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 John 1:9 |
| May 29, 2011 at 10:01 PM |
1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
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barbararobarts highlighted What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be? |
| May 29, 2011 at 12:56 PM |
What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be?
During family scripture time, look for and discuss examples of attributes discovered in your reading that day. Because Christlike attributes are gifts from God and cannot be developed without His help, (See Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2004), 115.) in family and personal prayers, pray for those gifts.
During family scripture time, look for and discuss examples of attributes discovered in your reading that day. Because Christlike attributes are gifts from God and cannot be developed without His help, (See Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2004), 115.) in family and personal prayers, pray for those gifts.
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:57 AM |
Testimony
Fifth, as Alma taught, gaining a testimony is usually a progression along the continuum of hoping, believing, and finally knowing the truth of a specific principle, doctrine, or the gospel itself (see Alma 32).
Fifth, as Alma taught, gaining a testimony is usually a progression along the continuum of hoping, believing, and finally knowing the truth of a specific principle, doctrine, or the gospel itself (see Alma 32).
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barbararobarts highlighted What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be? |
| May 29, 2011 at 12:50 PM |
What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be?
We have all heard the advice to condemn the sin and not the sinner. Likewise, when our children misbehave, we must be careful not to say things that would cause them to believe that what they did wrong is who they are. "Never let failure progress from an action to an identity," with its attendant labels like "stupid," "slow," "lazy," or "clumsy." (Carol Dweck, quoted in Joe Kita, "Bounce Back Chronicles," Reader's Digest, May 2009, 95.) Our children are God's children. That is their true identity and potential. His very plan is to help His children overcome mistakes and misdeeds and to progress to become as He is. Disappointing behavior, therefore, should be considered as something temporary, not permanent-an act, not an identity.
We have all heard the advice to condemn the sin and not the sinner. Likewise, when our children misbehave, we must be careful not to say things that would cause them to believe that what they did wrong is who they are. "Never let failure progress from an action to an identity," with its attendant labels like "stupid," "slow," "lazy," or "clumsy." (Carol Dweck, quoted in Joe Kita, "Bounce Back Chronicles," Reader's Digest, May 2009, 95.) Our children are God's children. That is their true identity and potential. His very plan is to help His children overcome mistakes and misdeeds and to progress to become as He is. Disappointing behavior, therefore, should be considered as something temporary, not permanent-an act, not an identity.
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barbararobarts highlighted What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be? |
| May 29, 2011 at 12:55 PM |
What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be?
During family scripture time, look for and discuss examples of attributes discovered in your reading that day. Because Christlike attributes are gifts from God and cannot be developed without His help, (See Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2004), 115.) in family and personal prayers, pray for those gifts.
During family scripture time, look for and discuss examples of attributes discovered in your reading that day. Because Christlike attributes are gifts from God and cannot be developed without His help, (See Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2004), 115.) in family and personal prayers, pray for those gifts.
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barbararobarts highlighted What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be? |
| May 29, 2011 at 12:50 PM |
What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be?
We have all heard the advice to condemn the sin and not the sinner. Likewise, when our children misbehave, we must be careful not to say things that would cause them to believe that what they did wrong is who they are. "Never let failure progress from an action to an identity," with its attendant labels like "stupid," "slow," "lazy," or "clumsy." (Carol Dweck, quoted in Joe Kita, "Bounce Back Chronicles," Reader's Digest, May 2009, 95.) Our children are God's children. That is their true identity and potential. His very plan is to help His children overcome mistakes and misdeeds and to progress to become as He is. Disappointing behavior, therefore, should be considered as something temporary, not permanent-an act, not an identity.
We have all heard the advice to condemn the sin and not the sinner. Likewise, when our children misbehave, we must be careful not to say things that would cause them to believe that what they did wrong is who they are. "Never let failure progress from an action to an identity," with its attendant labels like "stupid," "slow," "lazy," or "clumsy." (Carol Dweck, quoted in Joe Kita, "Bounce Back Chronicles," Reader's Digest, May 2009, 95.) Our children are God's children. That is their true identity and potential. His very plan is to help His children overcome mistakes and misdeeds and to progress to become as He is. Disappointing behavior, therefore, should be considered as something temporary, not permanent-an act, not an identity.
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barbararobarts highlighted What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be? |
| May 29, 2011 at 12:50 PM |
What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be?
We have all heard the advice to condemn the sin and not the sinner. Likewise, when our children misbehave, we must be careful not to say things that would cause them to believe that what they did wrong is who they are. "Never let failure progress from an action to an identity," with its attendant labels like "stupid," "slow," "lazy," or "clumsy." (Carol Dweck, quoted in Joe Kita, "Bounce Back Chronicles," Reader's Digest, May 2009, 95.) Our children are God's children. That is their true identity and potential. His very plan is to help His children overcome mistakes and misdeeds and to progress to become as He is. Disappointing behavior, therefore, should be considered as something temporary, not permanent-an act, not an identity.
We have all heard the advice to condemn the sin and not the sinner. Likewise, when our children misbehave, we must be careful not to say things that would cause them to believe that what they did wrong is who they are. "Never let failure progress from an action to an identity," with its attendant labels like "stupid," "slow," "lazy," or "clumsy." (Carol Dweck, quoted in Joe Kita, "Bounce Back Chronicles," Reader's Digest, May 2009, 95.) Our children are God's children. That is their true identity and potential. His very plan is to help His children overcome mistakes and misdeeds and to progress to become as He is. Disappointing behavior, therefore, should be considered as something temporary, not permanent-an act, not an identity.
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:58 AM |
Testimony
Seventh, we must do the little but necessary things daily and regularly. Prayers, scripture and gospel study, attendance at Church meetings, temple worship, fulfilling visiting teaching, home teaching, and other assignments all strengthen our faith and invite the Spirit into our lives. When we neglect any of these privileges, we place our testimonies in jeopardy.
Seventh, we must do the little but necessary things daily and regularly. Prayers, scripture and gospel study, attendance at Church meetings, temple worship, fulfilling visiting teaching, home teaching, and other assignments all strengthen our faith and invite the Spirit into our lives. When we neglect any of these privileges, we place our testimonies in jeopardy.
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:59 AM |
Testimony
Ninth, it is good to remember that being too hard on yourself when you make a mistake can be as negative as being too casual when real repentance is needed.
Ninth, it is good to remember that being too hard on yourself when you make a mistake can be as negative as being too casual when real repentance is needed.
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:59 AM |
Testimony
And tenth, we must always be clear that the Atonement of Christ is fully and continuously operative for each of us when we allow it to be so. Then everything else fits into place even when we continue to struggle with certain details, habits, or seemingly missing parts in the mosaic of our faith.
And tenth, we must always be clear that the Atonement of Christ is fully and continuously operative for each of us when we allow it to be so. Then everything else fits into place even when we continue to struggle with certain details, habits, or seemingly missing parts in the mosaic of our faith.
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:59 AM |
Testimony
"If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself" (John 7:16-17).
"If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself" (John 7:16-17).
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:58 AM |
Testimony
Eighth, we should not have higher standards for others than we do for ourselves. Too often we may let the mistakes or failures of others, especially leaders or Church members, influence how we feel about ourselves or our testimonies. Other people's difficulties are not an excuse for our own deficiencies.
Eighth, we should not have higher standards for others than we do for ourselves. Too often we may let the mistakes or failures of others, especially leaders or Church members, influence how we feel about ourselves or our testimonies. Other people's difficulties are not an excuse for our own deficiencies.
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barbararobarts highlighted 2 Peter 1:2 |
| May 26, 2011 at 10:25 PM |
2 Peter 1:2
Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord,
Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord,
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barbararobarts highlighted What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be? |
| May 29, 2011 at 12:55 PM |
What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be?
During family scripture time, look for and discuss examples of attributes discovered in your reading that day. Because Christlike attributes are gifts from God and cannot be developed without His help, (See Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2004), 115.) in family and personal prayers, pray for those gifts.
During family scripture time, look for and discuss examples of attributes discovered in your reading that day. Because Christlike attributes are gifts from God and cannot be developed without His help, (See Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2004), 115.) in family and personal prayers, pray for those gifts.
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barbararobarts highlighted 2 Peter 1:19 |
| May 26, 2011 at 10:28 PM |
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barbararobarts highlighted Luke 15:6 |
| May 29, 2011 at 11:34 AM |
Luke 15:6
And when he cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost.
And when he cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost.
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barbararobarts highlighted Lesson 18 |
| May 29, 2011 at 11:39 AM |
Lesson 18
"Some of our own ... cry out in pain and suffering and loneliness and fear. Ours is a great and solemn duty to reach out and help them, to lift them, to feed them if they are hungry, to nurture their spirits if they thirst for truth and righteousness. ...
"Some of our own ... cry out in pain and suffering and loneliness and fear. Ours is a great and solemn duty to reach out and help them, to lift them, to feed them if they are hungry, to nurture their spirits if they thirst for truth and righteousness. ...
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barbararobarts highlighted Lesson 18 |
| May 29, 2011 at 11:39 AM |
Lesson 18
"... There are those who were once warm in the faith, but whose faith has grown cold. Many of them wish to come back but do not know quite how to do it. They need friendly hands reaching out to them. With a little effort, many of them can be brought back to feast again at the table of the Lord.
"... There are those who were once warm in the faith, but whose faith has grown cold. Many of them wish to come back but do not know quite how to do it. They need friendly hands reaching out to them. With a little effort, many of them can be brought back to feast again at the table of the Lord.
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barbararobarts highlighted Luke 15:31 |
| May 29, 2011 at 12:01 PM |
Luke 15:31
And he said unto him, Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine.
And he said unto him, Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine.
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barbararobarts highlighted What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be? |
| May 29, 2011 at 12:42 PM |
What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be?
Christlike to be's cannot be seen, but they are the motivating force behind what we do, which can be seen. When parents help a child learn to walk, for example, we see parents doing things like steadying and praising their child. These do's reveal the unseen love in their hearts and the unseen faith and hope in their child's potential. Day after day their efforts continue-evidence of the unseen be's of patience and diligence.
Christlike to be's cannot be seen, but they are the motivating force behind what we do, which can be seen. When parents help a child learn to walk, for example, we see parents doing things like steadying and praising their child. These do's reveal the unseen love in their hearts and the unseen faith and hope in their child's potential. Day after day their efforts continue-evidence of the unseen be's of patience and diligence.
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:58 AM |
Testimony
Seventh, we must do the little but necessary things daily and regularly. Prayers, scripture and gospel study, attendance at Church meetings, temple worship, fulfilling visiting teaching, home teaching, and other assignments all strengthen our faith and invite the Spirit into our lives. When we neglect any of these privileges, we place our testimonies in jeopardy.
Seventh, we must do the little but necessary things daily and regularly. Prayers, scripture and gospel study, attendance at Church meetings, temple worship, fulfilling visiting teaching, home teaching, and other assignments all strengthen our faith and invite the Spirit into our lives. When we neglect any of these privileges, we place our testimonies in jeopardy.
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:57 AM |
Testimony
Sixth, teaching someone else what we know strengthens our own testimony as we build that of another. When you give someone money or food, you will have less. However, when you share your testimony, it strengthens and increases for both the bearer and the hearer.
Sixth, teaching someone else what we know strengthens our own testimony as we build that of another. When you give someone money or food, you will have less. However, when you share your testimony, it strengthens and increases for both the bearer and the hearer.
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:58 AM |
Testimony
Eighth, we should not have higher standards for others than we do for ourselves. Too often we may let the mistakes or failures of others, especially leaders or Church members, influence how we feel about ourselves or our testimonies. Other people's difficulties are not an excuse for our own deficiencies.
Eighth, we should not have higher standards for others than we do for ourselves. Too often we may let the mistakes or failures of others, especially leaders or Church members, influence how we feel about ourselves or our testimonies. Other people's difficulties are not an excuse for our own deficiencies.
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 John 5:7 |
| June 3, 2011 at 12:05 AM |
1 John 5:7
For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.
For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.
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barbararobarts highlighted Lesson 25 |
| July 10, 2011 at 02:29 PM |
Lesson 25
"As He prayed the tears streamed down his face, which was toward me. I was so moved at the sight that I also wept, out of pure sympathy. My whole heart went out to him; I loved him with all my soul, and longed to be with him as I longed for nothing else.
"As He prayed the tears streamed down his face, which was toward me. I was so moved at the sight that I also wept, out of pure sympathy. My whole heart went out to him; I loved him with all my soul, and longed to be with him as I longed for nothing else.
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barbararobarts highlighted Lesson 25 |
| July 10, 2011 at 02:30 PM |
Lesson 25
- What did Jesus ask Peter, James, and John to do in the Garden of Gethsemane? (See Matthew 26:38, 41. Point out that this use of the word watch means to stay awake; see footnote 38b.) How might the command to watch, or stay awake, apply to us as we strive to live the gospel? (See 2 Nephi 4:28; Alma 7:22; 32:26-27.)
- What did Jesus ask Peter, James, and John to do in the Garden of Gethsemane? (See Matthew 26:38, 41. Point out that this use of the word watch means to stay awake; see footnote 38b.) How might the command to watch, or stay awake, apply to us as we strive to live the gospel? (See 2 Nephi 4:28; Alma 7:22; 32:26-27.)
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barbararobarts highlighted Lesson 25 |
| July 10, 2011 at 02:32 PM |
Lesson 25
Elder Neal A. Maxwell said: "As part of His infinite atonement, Jesus knows 'according to the flesh' all that through which we pass. (Alma 7:11-12). He has borne the sins, griefs, sorrows, and ... pains of every man, woman, and child (see 2 Nephi 9:21)" (in Conference Report, Apr. 1987, 89; or Ensign, May 1987, 72).
Elder Neal A. Maxwell said: "As part of His infinite atonement, Jesus knows 'according to the flesh' all that through which we pass. (Alma 7:11-12). He has borne the sins, griefs, sorrows, and ... pains of every man, woman, and child (see 2 Nephi 9:21)" (in Conference Report, Apr. 1987, 89; or Ensign, May 1987, 72).
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barbararobarts highlighted 2 Nephi 9:21 |
| July 10, 2011 at 03:00 PM |
2 Nephi 9:21
And he cometh into the world that he may save all men if they will hearken unto his voice; for behold, he suffereth the pains of all men, yea, the pains of every living creature, both men, women, and children, who belong to the family of Adam.
And he cometh into the world that he may save all men if they will hearken unto his voice; for behold, he suffereth the pains of all men, yea, the pains of every living creature, both men, women, and children, who belong to the family of Adam.
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barbararobarts highlighted 2 Nephi 9:21 |
| July 10, 2011 at 03:01 PM |
2 Nephi 9:21
And he cometh into the world that he may save all men if they will hearken unto his voice; for behold, he suffereth the pains of all men, yea, the pains of every living creature, both men, women, and children, who belong to the family of Adam.
And he cometh into the world that he may save all men if they will hearken unto his voice; for behold, he suffereth the pains of all men, yea, the pains of every living creature, both men, women, and children, who belong to the family of Adam.
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barbararobarts highlighted 2 Nephi 9:21 |
| July 10, 2011 at 03:01 PM |
2 Nephi 9:21
And he cometh into the world that he may save all men if they will hearken unto his voice; for behold, he suffereth the pains of all men, yea, the pains of every living creature, both men, women, and children, who belong to the family of Adam.
And he cometh into the world that he may save all men if they will hearken unto his voice; for behold, he suffereth the pains of all men, yea, the pains of every living creature, both men, women, and children, who belong to the family of Adam.
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 Samuel 16:7 |
| July 10, 2011 at 10:41 PM |
1 Samuel 16:7
But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart.
But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart.
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 Samuel 16:7 |
| July 10, 2011 at 10:41 PM |
1 Samuel 16:7
But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart.
But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart.
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barbararobarts highlighted Acts 5:29 |
| July 31, 2011 at 02:56 PM |
Acts 5:29
¶ Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.
¶ Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.
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barbararobarts highlighted Acts 5:38 |
| July 31, 2011 at 02:58 PM |
Acts 5:38
And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought:
And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought:
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barbararobarts highlighted The Atonement Covers All Pain |
| July 31, 2011 at 03:31 PM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
President Henry B. Eyring taught: "It will comfort us when we must wait in distress for the Savior's promised relief that He knows, from experience, how to heal and help us. … And faith in that power will give us patience as we pray and work and wait for help. He could have known how to succor us simply by revelation, but He chose to learn by His own personal experience." (Henry B. Eyring, "Adversity," Liahona and Ensign, May 2009, 24; emphasis added.)
President Henry B. Eyring taught: "It will comfort us when we must wait in distress for the Savior's promised relief that He knows, from experience, how to heal and help us. … And faith in that power will give us patience as we pray and work and wait for help. He could have known how to succor us simply by revelation, but He chose to learn by His own personal experience." (Henry B. Eyring, "Adversity," Liahona and Ensign, May 2009, 24; emphasis added.)
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barbararobarts highlighted The Atonement Covers All Pain |
| July 31, 2011 at 03:32 PM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
I felt the encircling arms of His love that night. (See Doctrine and Covenants 6:20.) Tears watered my pillow in gratitude. Later, as I was reading in Matthew about Christ's mortal ministry, I made another discovery: "When the even was come, they brought unto him many … and he … healed all that were sick." (Matthew 8:16; emphasis added.) He healed all that came to Him. None were turned away.
I felt the encircling arms of His love that night. (See Doctrine and Covenants 6:20.) Tears watered my pillow in gratitude. Later, as I was reading in Matthew about Christ's mortal ministry, I made another discovery: "When the even was come, they brought unto him many … and he … healed all that were sick." (Matthew 8:16; emphasis added.) He healed all that came to Him. None were turned away.
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barbararobarts highlighted The Atonement Covers All Pain |
| July 31, 2011 at 03:32 PM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
I felt the encircling arms of His love that night. (See Doctrine and Covenants 6:20.) Tears watered my pillow in gratitude. Later, as I was reading in Matthew about Christ's mortal ministry, I made another discovery: "When the even was come, they brought unto him many … and he … healed all that were sick." (Matthew 8:16; emphasis added.) He healed all that came to Him. None were turned away.
I felt the encircling arms of His love that night. (See Doctrine and Covenants 6:20.) Tears watered my pillow in gratitude. Later, as I was reading in Matthew about Christ's mortal ministry, I made another discovery: "When the even was come, they brought unto him many … and he … healed all that were sick." (Matthew 8:16; emphasis added.) He healed all that came to Him. None were turned away.
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barbararobarts highlighted The Atonement Covers All Pain |
| July 31, 2011 at 03:48 PM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
Our great personal challenge in mortality is to become "a saint through the atonement of Christ." (Mosiah 3:19.) The pain you and I experience may be where this process is most measured. In extremity, we can become as children in our hearts, humble ourselves, and "pray and work and wait" (Henry B. Eyring, Liahona and Ensign, May 2009, 24.) patiently for the healing of our bodies and our souls. As Job, after being refined through our trials, we "shall come forth as gold." (Job 23:10.)
Our great personal challenge in mortality is to become "a saint through the atonement of Christ." (Mosiah 3:19.) The pain you and I experience may be where this process is most measured. In extremity, we can become as children in our hearts, humble ourselves, and "pray and work and wait" (Henry B. Eyring, Liahona and Ensign, May 2009, 24.) patiently for the healing of our bodies and our souls. As Job, after being refined through our trials, we "shall come forth as gold." (Job 23:10.)
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barbararobarts highlighted The Miracle of the Atonement |
| July 31, 2011 at 03:49 PM |
The Miracle of the Atonement
"Behold, he who has repented of his sins, the same is forgiven, and I, the Lord, remember them no more.
"Behold, he who has repented of his sins, the same is forgiven, and I, the Lord, remember them no more.
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barbararobarts highlighted The Miracle of the Atonement |
| July 31, 2011 at 03:50 PM |
The Miracle of the Atonement
When we sin, Satan tells us we are lost. In contrast, our Redeemer offers redemption to all-no matter what we have done wrong-even to you and to me.
When we sin, Satan tells us we are lost. In contrast, our Redeemer offers redemption to all-no matter what we have done wrong-even to you and to me.
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barbararobarts highlighted Lesson 25 |
| July 10, 2011 at 02:29 PM |
Lesson 25
"I seemed to be in the Garden of Gethsemane, a witness of the Savior's agony. I saw Him as plainly as ever I have seen anyone. Standing behind a tree in the foreground, I beheld Jesus, with Peter, James and John, as they came through a little ... gate at my right. Leaving the three Apostles there, after telling them to kneel and pray, the Son of God passed over to the other side, where He also knelt and prayed. It was the same prayer with which all Bible readers are familiar: 'Oh my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.'
"I seemed to be in the Garden of Gethsemane, a witness of the Savior's agony. I saw Him as plainly as ever I have seen anyone. Standing behind a tree in the foreground, I beheld Jesus, with Peter, James and John, as they came through a little ... gate at my right. Leaving the three Apostles there, after telling them to kneel and pray, the Son of God passed over to the other side, where He also knelt and prayed. It was the same prayer with which all Bible readers are familiar: 'Oh my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.'
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barbararobarts highlighted Isaiah 43:18 |
| July 10, 2011 at 01:51 PM |
Isaiah 43:18
¶ Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old.
¶ Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old.
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barbararobarts highlighted 3 John 1:4 |
| June 4, 2011 at 09:25 PM |
3 John 1:4
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.
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barbararobarts highlighted D&C 58:29 |
| June 12, 2011 at 03:23 PM |
D&C 58:29
But he that doeth not anything until he is commanded, and receiveth a commandment with doubtful heart, and keepeth it with slothfulness, the same is damned.
But he that doeth not anything until he is commanded, and receiveth a commandment with doubtful heart, and keepeth it with slothfulness, the same is damned.
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barbararobarts highlighted D&C 58:29 |
| June 12, 2011 at 03:24 PM |
D&C 58:29
But he that doeth not anything until he is commanded, and receiveth a commandment with doubtful heart, and keepeth it with slothfulness, the same is damned.
But he that doeth not anything until he is commanded, and receiveth a commandment with doubtful heart, and keepeth it with slothfulness, the same is damned.
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barbararobarts highlighted Chapter 35 |
| June 12, 2011 at 03:48 PM |
Chapter 35
The kingdom of heaven is governed by law, and when we receive any blessing, it is by obedience to the law upon which that blessing is based (see D&C 130:20-21; 132:5). The Lord has told us that through our obedience and diligence we may gain knowledge and intelligence (see D&C 130:18-19). We may also grow spiritually (see Jeremiah 7:23-24). On the other hand, disobedience brings disappointment and results in a loss of blessings. "Who am I, saith the Lord, that have promised and have not fulfilled? I command and men obey not; I revoke and they receive not the blessing. Then they say in their hearts: This is not the work of the Lord, for his promises are not fulfilled" (D&C 58:31-33).
The kingdom of heaven is governed by law, and when we receive any blessing, it is by obedience to the law upon which that blessing is based (see D&C 130:20-21; 132:5). The Lord has told us that through our obedience and diligence we may gain knowledge and intelligence (see D&C 130:18-19). We may also grow spiritually (see Jeremiah 7:23-24). On the other hand, disobedience brings disappointment and results in a loss of blessings. "Who am I, saith the Lord, that have promised and have not fulfilled? I command and men obey not; I revoke and they receive not the blessing. Then they say in their hearts: This is not the work of the Lord, for his promises are not fulfilled" (D&C 58:31-33).
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barbararobarts highlighted The Holy Temple-a Beacon to the World |
| June 19, 2011 at 03:44 PM |
The Holy Temple-a Beacon to the World
Why are so many willing to give so much in order to receive the blessings of the temple? Those who understand the eternal blessings which come from the temple know that no sacrifice is too great, no price too heavy, no struggle too difficult in order to receive those blessings. There are never too many miles to travel, too many obstacles to overcome, or too much discomfort to endure. They understand that the saving ordinances received in the temple that permit us to someday return to our Heavenly Father in an eternal family relationship and to be endowed with blessings and power from on high are worth every sacrifice and every effort.
Why are so many willing to give so much in order to receive the blessings of the temple? Those who understand the eternal blessings which come from the temple know that no sacrifice is too great, no price too heavy, no struggle too difficult in order to receive those blessings. There are never too many miles to travel, too many obstacles to overcome, or too much discomfort to endure. They understand that the saving ordinances received in the temple that permit us to someday return to our Heavenly Father in an eternal family relationship and to be endowed with blessings and power from on high are worth every sacrifice and every effort.
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barbararobarts highlighted The Holy Temple-a Beacon to the World |
| June 19, 2011 at 03:45 PM |
The Holy Temple-a Beacon to the World
If you have not yet been to the temple or if you have been but currently do not qualify for a recommend, there is no more important goal for you to work toward than being worthy to go to the temple. Your sacrifice may be bringing your life into compliance with what is required to receive a recommend, perhaps by forsaking long-held habits which disqualify you. It may be having the faith and the discipline to pay your tithing. Whatever it is, qualify to enter the temple of God. Secure a temple recommend and regard it as a precious possession, for such it is.
If you have not yet been to the temple or if you have been but currently do not qualify for a recommend, there is no more important goal for you to work toward than being worthy to go to the temple. Your sacrifice may be bringing your life into compliance with what is required to receive a recommend, perhaps by forsaking long-held habits which disqualify you. It may be having the faith and the discipline to pay your tithing. Whatever it is, qualify to enter the temple of God. Secure a temple recommend and regard it as a precious possession, for such it is.
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barbararobarts highlighted The Holy Temple-a Beacon to the World |
| June 19, 2011 at 03:45 PM |
The Holy Temple-a Beacon to the World
Until you have entered the house of the Lord and have received all the blessings which await you there, you have not obtained everything the Church has to offer. The all-important and crowning blessings of membership in the Church are those blessings which we receive in the temples of God.
Until you have entered the house of the Lord and have received all the blessings which await you there, you have not obtained everything the Church has to offer. The all-important and crowning blessings of membership in the Church are those blessings which we receive in the temples of God.
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barbararobarts highlighted The Eternal Blessings of Marriage |
| June 19, 2011 at 03:52 PM |
The Eternal Blessings of Marriage
If you are married, are you faithful to your spouse mentally as well as physically? Are you loyal to your marriage covenants by never engaging in conversation with another person that you wouldn't want your spouse to overhear? Are you kind and supportive of your spouse and children?
If you are married, are you faithful to your spouse mentally as well as physically? Are you loyal to your marriage covenants by never engaging in conversation with another person that you wouldn't want your spouse to overhear? Are you kind and supportive of your spouse and children?
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barbararobarts highlighted The Eternal Blessings of Marriage |
| June 19, 2011 at 03:52 PM |
The Eternal Blessings of Marriage
If you are married, are you faithful to your spouse mentally as well as physically? Are you loyal to your marriage covenants by never engaging in conversation with another person that you wouldn't want your spouse to overhear? Are you kind and supportive of your spouse and children?
If you are married, are you faithful to your spouse mentally as well as physically? Are you loyal to your marriage covenants by never engaging in conversation with another person that you wouldn't want your spouse to overhear? Are you kind and supportive of your spouse and children?
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barbararobarts highlighted The Eternal Blessings of Marriage |
| June 19, 2011 at 03:53 PM |
The Eternal Blessings of Marriage
Pure love is an incomparable, potent power for good. Righteous love is the foundation of a successful marriage. It is the primary cause of contented, well-developed children. Who can justly measure the righteous influence of a mother's love? What enduring fruits result from the seeds of truth that a mother carefully plants and lovingly cultivates in the fertile soil of a child's trusting mind and heart? As a mother you have been given divine instincts to help you sense your child's special talents and unique capacities. With your husband you can nurture, strengthen, and cause those traits to flower.
Pure love is an incomparable, potent power for good. Righteous love is the foundation of a successful marriage. It is the primary cause of contented, well-developed children. Who can justly measure the righteous influence of a mother's love? What enduring fruits result from the seeds of truth that a mother carefully plants and lovingly cultivates in the fertile soil of a child's trusting mind and heart? As a mother you have been given divine instincts to help you sense your child's special talents and unique capacities. With your husband you can nurture, strengthen, and cause those traits to flower.
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barbararobarts highlighted D&C 112:2 |
| June 25, 2011 at 03:21 AM |
D&C 112:2
Verily I say unto you, there have been some few things in thine heart and with thee with which I, the Lord, was not well pleased.
Verily I say unto you, there have been some few things in thine heart and with thee with which I, the Lord, was not well pleased.
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barbararobarts highlighted D&C 112:3 |
| June 25, 2011 at 03:21 AM |
D&C 112:3
Nevertheless, inasmuch as thou hast abased thyself thou shalt be exalted; therefore, all thy sins are forgiven thee.
Nevertheless, inasmuch as thou hast abased thyself thou shalt be exalted; therefore, all thy sins are forgiven thee.
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barbararobarts highlighted D&C 112:10 |
| June 25, 2011 at 03:22 AM |
D&C 112:10
Be thou humble; and the Lord thy God shall lead thee by the hand, and give thee answer to thy prayers.
Be thou humble; and the Lord thy God shall lead thee by the hand, and give thee answer to thy prayers.
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barbararobarts highlighted D&C 112:13 |
| June 25, 2011 at 03:22 AM |
D&C 112:13
And after their temptations, and much tribulation, behold, I, the Lord, will feel after them, and if they harden not their hearts, and stiffen not their necks against me, they shall be converted, and I will heal them.
And after their temptations, and much tribulation, behold, I, the Lord, will feel after them, and if they harden not their hearts, and stiffen not their necks against me, they shall be converted, and I will heal them.
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barbararobarts highlighted 3 Nephi 19:9 |
| July 1, 2011 at 09:54 PM |
3 Nephi 19:9
And they did pray for that which they most desired; and they desired that the Holy Ghost should be given unto them.
And they did pray for that which they most desired; and they desired that the Holy Ghost should be given unto them.
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barbararobarts highlighted D&C 136:32 |
| July 10, 2011 at 01:47 PM |
D&C 136:32
Let him that is ignorant learn wisdom by humbling himself and calling upon the Lord his God, that his eyes may be opened that he may see, and his ears opened that he may hear;
Let him that is ignorant learn wisdom by humbling himself and calling upon the Lord his God, that his eyes may be opened that he may see, and his ears opened that he may hear;
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barbararobarts highlighted The Miracle of the Atonement |
| July 31, 2011 at 03:52 PM |
The Miracle of the Atonement
Not only did He pay the price for the sins of all men, but He also took "upon him the pains and the sicknesses of his people." And He took "upon him their infirmities, that his bowels may be filled with mercy, … that he may know according to the flesh how to succor his people according to their infirmities." (Alma 7:11-12.)
Not only did He pay the price for the sins of all men, but He also took "upon him the pains and the sicknesses of his people." And He took "upon him their infirmities, that his bowels may be filled with mercy, … that he may know according to the flesh how to succor his people according to their infirmities." (Alma 7:11-12.)
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barbararobarts highlighted Hebrews 12:11 |
| May 14, 2011 at 10:38 PM |
Hebrews 12:11
Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.
Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.
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barbararobarts highlighted The Atonement Covers All Pain |
| May 20, 2011 at 05:27 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
"Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need." (Hebrews 4:16. Paul taught us to look to the Savior as an example in dealing with the "contradictions of sinners against [us], lest [we] be wearied and faint in [our] minds" (Hebrews 12:3).)
"Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need." (Hebrews 4:16. Paul taught us to look to the Savior as an example in dealing with the "contradictions of sinners against [us], lest [we] be wearied and faint in [our] minds" (Hebrews 12:3).)
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barbararobarts highlighted The Atonement Covers All Pain |
| May 20, 2011 at 05:28 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
There is another kind of pain for which we are responsible. Spiritual pain lies deep within our souls and can feel unquenchable, even as being racked with an"inexpressible horror," as Alma described. (Alma 36:14.) It comes from our sinful actions and lack of repentance. For this pain too there is a cure that is universal and absolute. It is from the Father, through the Son, and it is for each of us who is willing to do all that is necessary to repent. Christ said, "Will ye not now return unto me … and be converted, that I may heal you?" (3 Nephi 9:13.)
There is another kind of pain for which we are responsible. Spiritual pain lies deep within our souls and can feel unquenchable, even as being racked with an"inexpressible horror," as Alma described. (Alma 36:14.) It comes from our sinful actions and lack of repentance. For this pain too there is a cure that is universal and absolute. It is from the Father, through the Son, and it is for each of us who is willing to do all that is necessary to repent. Christ said, "Will ye not now return unto me … and be converted, that I may heal you?" (3 Nephi 9:13.)
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:28 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
Alma also prophesied that "he shall go forth, suffering pains and afflictions and temptations of every kind; and … he will take upon him the pains and the sicknesses of his people. …
Alma also prophesied that "he shall go forth, suffering pains and afflictions and temptations of every kind; and … he will take upon him the pains and the sicknesses of his people. …
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:29 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
Late one night lying in a hospital bed, this time as a patient and not as a physician, I read those verses over and over again. I pondered: "How is it done? For whom? What is required to qualify? Is it like forgiveness of sin? Do we have to earn His love and help?" As I pondered, I came to understand that during His mortal life Christ chose to experience pains and afflictions in order to understand us. Perhaps we also need to experience the depths of mortality in order to understand Him and our eternal purposes. (See John Taylor, The Mediation and Atonement (1882), 97. President Taylor writes of a "covenant" being entered into between the Father and the Son in the premortal councils for the accomplishment of the atoning redemption of mankind. Christ's voluntary suffering during life was in addition to the suffering in the garden and on the cross (see Mosiah 3:5-8).)
Late one night lying in a hospital bed, this time as a patient and not as a physician, I read those verses over and over again. I pondered: "How is it done? For whom? What is required to qualify? Is it like forgiveness of sin? Do we have to earn His love and help?" As I pondered, I came to understand that during His mortal life Christ chose to experience pains and afflictions in order to understand us. Perhaps we also need to experience the depths of mortality in order to understand Him and our eternal purposes. (See John Taylor, The Mediation and Atonement (1882), 97. President Taylor writes of a "covenant" being entered into between the Father and the Son in the premortal councils for the accomplishment of the atoning redemption of mankind. Christ's voluntary suffering during life was in addition to the suffering in the garden and on the cross (see Mosiah 3:5-8).)
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:30 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
As Elder Dallin H. Oaks has taught: "Healing blessings come in many ways, each suited to our individual needs, as known to Him who loves us best. Sometimes a 'healing' cures our illness or lifts our burden. But sometimes we are 'healed' by being given strength or understanding or patience to bear the burdens placed upon us." (Dallin H. Oaks, "He Heals the Heavy Laden," Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2006, 7-8.) All that will come may be "clasped in the arms of Jesus." (Mormon 5:11.) All souls can be healed by His power. All pain can be soothed. In Him, we can "find rest unto [our] souls." (Matthew 11:29.) Our mortal circumstances may not immediately change, but our pain, worry, suffering, and fear can be swallowed up in His peace and healing balm.
As Elder Dallin H. Oaks has taught: "Healing blessings come in many ways, each suited to our individual needs, as known to Him who loves us best. Sometimes a 'healing' cures our illness or lifts our burden. But sometimes we are 'healed' by being given strength or understanding or patience to bear the burdens placed upon us." (Dallin H. Oaks, "He Heals the Heavy Laden," Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2006, 7-8.) All that will come may be "clasped in the arms of Jesus." (Mormon 5:11.) All souls can be healed by His power. All pain can be soothed. In Him, we can "find rest unto [our] souls." (Matthew 11:29.) Our mortal circumstances may not immediately change, but our pain, worry, suffering, and fear can be swallowed up in His peace and healing balm.
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:30 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
As Elder Dallin H. Oaks has taught: "Healing blessings come in many ways, each suited to our individual needs, as known to Him who loves us best. Sometimes a 'healing' cures our illness or lifts our burden. But sometimes we are 'healed' by being given strength or understanding or patience to bear the burdens placed upon us." (Dallin H. Oaks, "He Heals the Heavy Laden," Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2006, 7-8.) All that will come may be "clasped in the arms of Jesus." (Mormon 5:11.) All souls can be healed by His power. All pain can be soothed. In Him, we can "find rest unto [our] souls." (Matthew 11:29.) Our mortal circumstances may not immediately change, but our pain, worry, suffering, and fear can be swallowed up in His peace and healing balm.
As Elder Dallin H. Oaks has taught: "Healing blessings come in many ways, each suited to our individual needs, as known to Him who loves us best. Sometimes a 'healing' cures our illness or lifts our burden. But sometimes we are 'healed' by being given strength or understanding or patience to bear the burdens placed upon us." (Dallin H. Oaks, "He Heals the Heavy Laden," Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2006, 7-8.) All that will come may be "clasped in the arms of Jesus." (Mormon 5:11.) All souls can be healed by His power. All pain can be soothed. In Him, we can "find rest unto [our] souls." (Matthew 11:29.) Our mortal circumstances may not immediately change, but our pain, worry, suffering, and fear can be swallowed up in His peace and healing balm.
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| May 20, 2011 at 10:37 PM |
James 5:13
Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms.
Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms.
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| May 20, 2011 at 10:43 PM |
James 5:16
Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
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| May 21, 2011 at 03:44 AM |
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
He gave wonderful insights on how total peace and healing come only through full conversion of the soul. He commented on having learned years earlier from President Marion G. Romney concerning the steps to a complete conversion. He quoted from a 1963 general conference talk in which President Romney quoted the Savior's words to Peter: "But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren" (Luke 22:32). President Romney commented: "It would appear that membership in the Church and conversion are not necessarily synonymous. Being converted, as we are here using the term, and having a testimony are not necessarily the same either. A testimony comes when the Holy Ghost gives the earnest seeker a witness of truth. A moving testimony vitalizes faith; that is, it induces repentance and obedience to the commandments. Conversion, on the other hand, is the fruit of, or the reward for, repentance and obedience" (in Conference Report, Oct. 1963, 24).
He gave wonderful insights on how total peace and healing come only through full conversion of the soul. He commented on having learned years earlier from President Marion G. Romney concerning the steps to a complete conversion. He quoted from a 1963 general conference talk in which President Romney quoted the Savior's words to Peter: "But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren" (Luke 22:32). President Romney commented: "It would appear that membership in the Church and conversion are not necessarily synonymous. Being converted, as we are here using the term, and having a testimony are not necessarily the same either. A testimony comes when the Holy Ghost gives the earnest seeker a witness of truth. A moving testimony vitalizes faith; that is, it induces repentance and obedience to the commandments. Conversion, on the other hand, is the fruit of, or the reward for, repentance and obedience" (in Conference Report, Oct. 1963, 24).
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| May 21, 2011 at 03:44 AM |
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
He gave wonderful insights on how total peace and healing come only through full conversion of the soul. He commented on having learned years earlier from President Marion G. Romney concerning the steps to a complete conversion. He quoted from a 1963 general conference talk in which President Romney quoted the Savior's words to Peter: "But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren" (Luke 22:32). President Romney commented: "It would appear that membership in the Church and conversion are not necessarily synonymous. Being converted, as we are here using the term, and having a testimony are not necessarily the same either. A testimony comes when the Holy Ghost gives the earnest seeker a witness of truth. A moving testimony vitalizes faith; that is, it induces repentance and obedience to the commandments. Conversion, on the other hand, is the fruit of, or the reward for, repentance and obedience" (in Conference Report, Oct. 1963, 24).
He gave wonderful insights on how total peace and healing come only through full conversion of the soul. He commented on having learned years earlier from President Marion G. Romney concerning the steps to a complete conversion. He quoted from a 1963 general conference talk in which President Romney quoted the Savior's words to Peter: "But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren" (Luke 22:32). President Romney commented: "It would appear that membership in the Church and conversion are not necessarily synonymous. Being converted, as we are here using the term, and having a testimony are not necessarily the same either. A testimony comes when the Holy Ghost gives the earnest seeker a witness of truth. A moving testimony vitalizes faith; that is, it induces repentance and obedience to the commandments. Conversion, on the other hand, is the fruit of, or the reward for, repentance and obedience" (in Conference Report, Oct. 1963, 24).
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| May 21, 2011 at 03:55 AM |
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
Like Enos, he had a vivid awareness and remorse for past sins that had offended God.
Like Enos, he had a vivid awareness and remorse for past sins that had offended God.
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| May 21, 2011 at 03:57 AM |
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
Like Enos, he personally pleaded in supplication for his soul.
Like Enos, he personally pleaded in supplication for his soul.
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| May 21, 2011 at 03:57 AM |
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
Like Enos, he experienced the miracle of the Atonement to the degree that he could neither remember the pains from his sins nor feel guilt. The healing of his soul was complete. It was a cleansing experience both to the mind and the heart. Joy replaced bitterness. He became a new man, born again of the Spirit. And like Enos, he immediately turned his attention to serving the Lord and his fellow beings.
Like Enos, he experienced the miracle of the Atonement to the degree that he could neither remember the pains from his sins nor feel guilt. The healing of his soul was complete. It was a cleansing experience both to the mind and the heart. Joy replaced bitterness. He became a new man, born again of the Spirit. And like Enos, he immediately turned his attention to serving the Lord and his fellow beings.
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| May 21, 2011 at 03:57 AM |
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
Like Enos, he experienced the miracle of the Atonement to the degree that he could neither remember the pains from his sins nor feel guilt. The healing of his soul was complete. It was a cleansing experience both to the mind and the heart. Joy replaced bitterness. He became a new man, born again of the Spirit. And like Enos, he immediately turned his attention to serving the Lord and his fellow beings.
Like Enos, he experienced the miracle of the Atonement to the degree that he could neither remember the pains from his sins nor feel guilt. The healing of his soul was complete. It was a cleansing experience both to the mind and the heart. Joy replaced bitterness. He became a new man, born again of the Spirit. And like Enos, he immediately turned his attention to serving the Lord and his fellow beings.
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| May 21, 2011 at 03:58 AM |
Bringing Peace and Healing to Your Soul
Like Enos, he remembered his father's teachings—the promise of atonement for sin, through Jesus Christ.
Like Enos, he remembered his father's teachings—the promise of atonement for sin, through Jesus Christ.
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| May 22, 2011 at 07:55 AM |
Desire
After many hours of pleading with the Lord, Enos was told that his sins were forgiven. He then "began to feel a desire for the welfare of [his] brethren" (Enos 1:9). He wrote, "And … after I had prayed and labored with all diligence, the Lord said unto me: I will grant unto thee according to thy desires, because of thy faith" (verse 12). Note the three essentials that preceded the promised blessing: desire, labor, and faith.
After many hours of pleading with the Lord, Enos was told that his sins were forgiven. He then "began to feel a desire for the welfare of [his] brethren" (Enos 1:9). He wrote, "And … after I had prayed and labored with all diligence, the Lord said unto me: I will grant unto thee according to thy desires, because of thy faith" (verse 12). Note the three essentials that preceded the promised blessing: desire, labor, and faith.
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:27 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
"He suffereth the pains of all men, yea, the pains of every living creature, both men, women, and children." (2 Nephi 9:21.)
"He suffereth the pains of all men, yea, the pains of every living creature, both men, women, and children." (2 Nephi 9:21.)
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:26 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
Much of our suffering is not necessarily our fault. Unexpected events, contradicting or disappointing circumstances, interrupting illness, and even death surround us and penetrate our mortal experience. Additionally, we may suffer afflictions because of the actions of others. (See Alma 31:31, 33.) Lehi noted that Jacob had "suffered … much sorrow, because of the rudeness of [his] brethren." (2 Nephi 2:1.) Opposition is part of Heavenly Father's plan of happiness. We all encounter enough to bring us to an awareness of our Father's love and of our need for the Savior's help.
Much of our suffering is not necessarily our fault. Unexpected events, contradicting or disappointing circumstances, interrupting illness, and even death surround us and penetrate our mortal experience. Additionally, we may suffer afflictions because of the actions of others. (See Alma 31:31, 33.) Lehi noted that Jacob had "suffered … much sorrow, because of the rudeness of [his] brethren." (2 Nephi 2:1.) Opposition is part of Heavenly Father's plan of happiness. We all encounter enough to bring us to an awareness of our Father's love and of our need for the Savior's help.
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| May 15, 2011 at 01:48 PM |
Lesson 18
Referring to the parable of the prodigal son, President Gordon B. Hinckley said: "I ask you to read that story. Every parent ought to read it again and again. It is large enough to encompass every household, and enough larger than that to encompass all mankind, for are we not all prodigal sons and daughters who need to repent and partake of the forgiving mercy of our Heavenly Father and then follow His example?" ("Of You It Is Required to Forgive," Ensign, June 1991, 5).
Referring to the parable of the prodigal son, President Gordon B. Hinckley said: "I ask you to read that story. Every parent ought to read it again and again. It is large enough to encompass every household, and enough larger than that to encompass all mankind, for are we not all prodigal sons and daughters who need to repent and partake of the forgiving mercy of our Heavenly Father and then follow His example?" ("Of You It Is Required to Forgive," Ensign, June 1991, 5).
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| May 15, 2011 at 02:04 PM |
D&C 121:43
Reproving betimes with sharpness, when moved upon by the Holy Ghost; and then showing forth afterwards an increase of love toward him whom thou hast reproved, lest he esteem thee to be his enemy;
Reproving betimes with sharpness, when moved upon by the Holy Ghost; and then showing forth afterwards an increase of love toward him whom thou hast reproved, lest he esteem thee to be his enemy;
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| May 15, 2011 at 02:45 PM |
Luke 15:10
Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.
Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.
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| May 15, 2011 at 03:25 PM |
Chapter 34
There are certain things we must do to develop our talents. First, we must discover our talents. We should evaluate ourselves to find our strengths and abilities. Our family and friends can help us do this. We should also ask our Heavenly Father to help us learn about our talents.
There are certain things we must do to develop our talents. First, we must discover our talents. We should evaluate ourselves to find our strengths and abilities. Our family and friends can help us do this. We should also ask our Heavenly Father to help us learn about our talents.
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| May 15, 2011 at 03:26 PM |
Chapter 34
President Joseph F. Smith said, "Every son and every daughter of God has received some talent, and each will be held to strict account for the use or misuse to which it is put" (Gospel Doctrine, 5th ed. [1939], 370). A talent is one kind of stewardship (responsibility in the kingdom of God). The parable of the talents tells us that when we serve well in our stewardship, we will be given greater responsibilities. If we do not serve well, our stewardship will eventually be taken from us. (See Matthew 25:14-30.)
President Joseph F. Smith said, "Every son and every daughter of God has received some talent, and each will be held to strict account for the use or misuse to which it is put" (Gospel Doctrine, 5th ed. [1939], 370). A talent is one kind of stewardship (responsibility in the kingdom of God). The parable of the talents tells us that when we serve well in our stewardship, we will be given greater responsibilities. If we do not serve well, our stewardship will eventually be taken from us. (See Matthew 25:14-30.)
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| May 15, 2011 at 03:27 PM |
Chapter 34
President Joseph F. Smith said, "Every son and every daughter of God has received some talent, and each will be held to strict account for the use or misuse to which it is put" (Gospel Doctrine, 5th ed. [1939], 370). A talent is one kind of stewardship (responsibility in the kingdom of God). The parable of the talents tells us that when we serve well in our stewardship, we will be given greater responsibilities. If we do not serve well, our stewardship will eventually be taken from us. (See Matthew 25:14-30.)
President Joseph F. Smith said, "Every son and every daughter of God has received some talent, and each will be held to strict account for the use or misuse to which it is put" (Gospel Doctrine, 5th ed. [1939], 370). A talent is one kind of stewardship (responsibility in the kingdom of God). The parable of the talents tells us that when we serve well in our stewardship, we will be given greater responsibilities. If we do not serve well, our stewardship will eventually be taken from us. (See Matthew 25:14-30.)
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| May 15, 2011 at 03:57 PM |
Chapter 34
Heber J. Grant overcame many of his weaknesses and turned them into talents. He had as a motto these words: "That which we persist in doing becomes easier for us to do; not that the nature of the thing is changed, but that our power to do is increased" (in Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Heber J. Grant [2002], 35).
Heber J. Grant overcame many of his weaknesses and turned them into talents. He had as a motto these words: "That which we persist in doing becomes easier for us to do; not that the nature of the thing is changed, but that our power to do is increased" (in Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Heber J. Grant [2002], 35).
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barbararobarts highlighted James 1:5 |
| May 16, 2011 at 10:00 PM |
James 1:5
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
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| May 16, 2011 at 10:00 PM |
James 1:6
But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
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| May 18, 2011 at 10:54 PM |
James 3:17
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.
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| May 19, 2011 at 10:19 PM |
James 4:17
Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
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| May 19, 2011 at 10:19 PM |
James 4:17
Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:25 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
Elder Orson F. Whitney wrote: "No pain that we suffer, no trial that we experience is wasted. It ministers to our education, to the development of such qualities as patience, faith, fortitude, and humility. … It is through sorrow and suffering, toil and tribulation, that we gain the education that we come here to acquire." (Orson F. Whitney, in Spencer W. Kimball, Faith Precedes the Miracle (1972), 98.)
Elder Orson F. Whitney wrote: "No pain that we suffer, no trial that we experience is wasted. It ministers to our education, to the development of such qualities as patience, faith, fortitude, and humility. … It is through sorrow and suffering, toil and tribulation, that we gain the education that we come here to acquire." (Orson F. Whitney, in Spencer W. Kimball, Faith Precedes the Miracle (1972), 98.)
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:26 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
"Pain brings you to a humility that allows you to ponder. It is an experience I am grateful to have endured. …
"Pain brings you to a humility that allows you to ponder. It is an experience I am grateful to have endured. …
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:26 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
"Pain brings you to a humility that allows you to ponder. It is an experience I am grateful to have endured. …
"Pain brings you to a humility that allows you to ponder. It is an experience I am grateful to have endured. …
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| May 20, 2011 at 05:26 AM |
The Atonement Covers All Pain
"Pain brings you to a humility that allows you to ponder. It is an experience I am grateful to have endured. …
"Pain brings you to a humility that allows you to ponder. It is an experience I am grateful to have endured. …
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barbararobarts highlighted Desire |
| May 22, 2011 at 07:55 AM |
Desire
After many hours of pleading with the Lord, Enos was told that his sins were forgiven. He then "began to feel a desire for the welfare of [his] brethren" (Enos 1:9). He wrote, "And … after I had prayed and labored with all diligence, the Lord said unto me: I will grant unto thee according to thy desires, because of thy faith" (verse 12). Note the three essentials that preceded the promised blessing: desire, labor, and faith.
After many hours of pleading with the Lord, Enos was told that his sins were forgiven. He then "began to feel a desire for the welfare of [his] brethren" (Enos 1:9). He wrote, "And … after I had prayed and labored with all diligence, the Lord said unto me: I will grant unto thee according to thy desires, because of thy faith" (verse 12). Note the three essentials that preceded the promised blessing: desire, labor, and faith.
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barbararobarts highlighted Desire |
| May 22, 2011 at 07:55 AM |
Desire
In his sermon on faith, Alma teaches that faith can begin with "no more than [a] desire to believe" if we will "let this desire work in [us]" (Alma 32:27).
In his sermon on faith, Alma teaches that faith can begin with "no more than [a] desire to believe" if we will "let this desire work in [us]" (Alma 32:27).
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barbararobarts highlighted Face the Future with Faith |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:44 AM |
Face the Future with Faith
Teach of faith to keep all the commandments of God, knowing that they are given to bless His children and bring them joy. (See 2 Nephi 2:25.) Warn them that they will encounter people who pick which commandments they will keep and ignore others that they choose to break. I call this the cafeteria approach to obedience. This practice of picking and choosing will not work. It will lead to misery. To prepare to meet God, one keeps all of His commandments. It takes faith to obey them, and keeping His commandments will strengthen that faith.
Teach of faith to keep all the commandments of God, knowing that they are given to bless His children and bring them joy. (See 2 Nephi 2:25.) Warn them that they will encounter people who pick which commandments they will keep and ignore others that they choose to break. I call this the cafeteria approach to obedience. This practice of picking and choosing will not work. It will lead to misery. To prepare to meet God, one keeps all of His commandments. It takes faith to obey them, and keeping His commandments will strengthen that faith.
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:46 AM |
Face the Future with Faith
If we pray with an eternal perspective, we need not wonder if our most tearful and heartfelt pleadings are heard. This promise from the Lord is recorded in section 98 of the Doctrine and Covenants:
If we pray with an eternal perspective, we need not wonder if our most tearful and heartfelt pleadings are heard. This promise from the Lord is recorded in section 98 of the Doctrine and Covenants:
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barbararobarts highlighted Face the Future with Faith |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:46 AM |
Face the Future with Faith
Why do we need such resilient faith? Because difficult days are ahead. Rarely in the future will it be easy or popular to be a faithful Latter-day Saint. Each of us will be tested. The Apostle Paul warned that in the latter days, those who diligently follow the Lord "shall suffer persecution." (2 Timothy 3:12.) That very persecution can either crush you into silent weakness or motivate you to be more exemplary and courageous in your daily lives.
Why do we need such resilient faith? Because difficult days are ahead. Rarely in the future will it be easy or popular to be a faithful Latter-day Saint. Each of us will be tested. The Apostle Paul warned that in the latter days, those who diligently follow the Lord "shall suffer persecution." (2 Timothy 3:12.) That very persecution can either crush you into silent weakness or motivate you to be more exemplary and courageous in your daily lives.
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barbararobarts highlighted Face the Future with Faith |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:47 AM |
Face the Future with Faith
How you deal with life's trials is part of the development of your faith. Strength comes when you remember that you have a divine nature, an inheritance of infinite worth. The Lord has reminded you, your children, and your grandchildren that you are lawful heirs, that you have been reserved in heaven for your specific time and place to be born, to grow and become His standard bearers and covenant people. As you walk in the Lord's path of righteousness, you will be blessed to continue in His goodness and be a light and a savior unto His people. (See Doctrine and Covenants 86:8-11.)
How you deal with life's trials is part of the development of your faith. Strength comes when you remember that you have a divine nature, an inheritance of infinite worth. The Lord has reminded you, your children, and your grandchildren that you are lawful heirs, that you have been reserved in heaven for your specific time and place to be born, to grow and become His standard bearers and covenant people. As you walk in the Lord's path of righteousness, you will be blessed to continue in His goodness and be a light and a savior unto His people. (See Doctrine and Covenants 86:8-11.)
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barbararobarts highlighted Face the Future with Faith |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:48 AM |
Face the Future with Faith
Our beloved President Thomas S. Monson has given us his prophetic witness. He said: "I testify to you that our promised blessings are beyond measure. Though the storm clouds may gather, though the rains may pour down upon us, our knowledge of the gospel and our love of our Heavenly Father and of our Savior will comfort and sustain us and bring joy to our hearts as we walk uprightly and keep the commandments."
Our beloved President Thomas S. Monson has given us his prophetic witness. He said: "I testify to you that our promised blessings are beyond measure. Though the storm clouds may gather, though the rains may pour down upon us, our knowledge of the gospel and our love of our Heavenly Father and of our Savior will comfort and sustain us and bring joy to our hearts as we walk uprightly and keep the commandments."
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:48 AM |
Face the Future with Faith
Our beloved President Thomas S. Monson has given us his prophetic witness. He said: "I testify to you that our promised blessings are beyond measure. Though the storm clouds may gather, though the rains may pour down upon us, our knowledge of the gospel and our love of our Heavenly Father and of our Savior will comfort and sustain us and bring joy to our hearts as we walk uprightly and keep the commandments."
Our beloved President Thomas S. Monson has given us his prophetic witness. He said: "I testify to you that our promised blessings are beyond measure. Though the storm clouds may gather, though the rains may pour down upon us, our knowledge of the gospel and our love of our Heavenly Father and of our Savior will comfort and sustain us and bring joy to our hearts as we walk uprightly and keep the commandments."
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:48 AM |
Face the Future with Faith
President Monson continued: "My beloved brothers and sisters, fear not. Be of good cheer. The future is as bright as your faith." (Thomas S. Monson, "Be of Good Cheer," Liahona and Ensign, May 2009, 92.)
President Monson continued: "My beloved brothers and sisters, fear not. Be of good cheer. The future is as bright as your faith." (Thomas S. Monson, "Be of Good Cheer," Liahona and Ensign, May 2009, 92.)
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:53 AM |
Testimony
During these interactions I have also had the privilege of conferring with some who have had various doubts or challenges with their testimonies. While the specifics have been varied and occasionally unique, many of the questions and causes for confusion have been quite similar. Likewise, these are issues and concerns not restricted to any demographic or age-group. They may trouble those who are multigenerational Church members, relatively new Church members, and also those just becoming familiar with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Their questions are usually the result of honest inquiry or curiosity. Because the implications are so significant and serious for each of us, it seems appropriate to consider the matter of our testimonies. In our Latter-day Saint context, we refer to our testimonies as our sure witness of the truthfulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ, which is obtained by revelation through the Holy Ghost.
During these interactions I have also had the privilege of conferring with some who have had various doubts or challenges with their testimonies. While the specifics have been varied and occasionally unique, many of the questions and causes for confusion have been quite similar. Likewise, these are issues and concerns not restricted to any demographic or age-group. They may trouble those who are multigenerational Church members, relatively new Church members, and also those just becoming familiar with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Their questions are usually the result of honest inquiry or curiosity. Because the implications are so significant and serious for each of us, it seems appropriate to consider the matter of our testimonies. In our Latter-day Saint context, we refer to our testimonies as our sure witness of the truthfulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ, which is obtained by revelation through the Holy Ghost.
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:53 AM |
Testimony
During these interactions I have also had the privilege of conferring with some who have had various doubts or challenges with their testimonies. While the specifics have been varied and occasionally unique, many of the questions and causes for confusion have been quite similar. Likewise, these are issues and concerns not restricted to any demographic or age-group. They may trouble those who are multigenerational Church members, relatively new Church members, and also those just becoming familiar with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Their questions are usually the result of honest inquiry or curiosity. Because the implications are so significant and serious for each of us, it seems appropriate to consider the matter of our testimonies. In our Latter-day Saint context, we refer to our testimonies as our sure witness of the truthfulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ, which is obtained by revelation through the Holy Ghost.
During these interactions I have also had the privilege of conferring with some who have had various doubts or challenges with their testimonies. While the specifics have been varied and occasionally unique, many of the questions and causes for confusion have been quite similar. Likewise, these are issues and concerns not restricted to any demographic or age-group. They may trouble those who are multigenerational Church members, relatively new Church members, and also those just becoming familiar with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Their questions are usually the result of honest inquiry or curiosity. Because the implications are so significant and serious for each of us, it seems appropriate to consider the matter of our testimonies. In our Latter-day Saint context, we refer to our testimonies as our sure witness of the truthfulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ, which is obtained by revelation through the Holy Ghost.
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:54 AM |
Testimony
First, who is entitled to have a testimony? Everyone who is willing to pay the price-meaning keeping the commandments-may have a testimony. "Wherefore the voice of the Lord is unto the ends of the earth, that all that will hear may hear" (D&C 1:11). A fundamental reason for the Restoration of the gospel is so "every man might speak in the name of God the Lord, even the Savior of the world; that faith also might increase in the earth" (D&C 1:20-21).
First, who is entitled to have a testimony? Everyone who is willing to pay the price-meaning keeping the commandments-may have a testimony. "Wherefore the voice of the Lord is unto the ends of the earth, that all that will hear may hear" (D&C 1:11). A fundamental reason for the Restoration of the gospel is so "every man might speak in the name of God the Lord, even the Savior of the world; that faith also might increase in the earth" (D&C 1:20-21).
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:54 AM |
Testimony
"And when ye shall receive these things"-meaning you have listened, read, studied, and pondered on the question at hand-"ask God, the Eternal Father, in the name of Christ, if these things are not true"-meaning you will pray thoughtfully, specifically, and reverently with a firm commitment to follow the answer to your prayer-"and if ye shall ask with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ, he will manifest the truth of it unto you, by the power of the Holy Ghost.
"And when ye shall receive these things"-meaning you have listened, read, studied, and pondered on the question at hand-"ask God, the Eternal Father, in the name of Christ, if these things are not true"-meaning you will pray thoughtfully, specifically, and reverently with a firm commitment to follow the answer to your prayer-"and if ye shall ask with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ, he will manifest the truth of it unto you, by the power of the Holy Ghost.
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:54 AM |
Testimony
"And by the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things" (Moroni 10:4-5).
"And by the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things" (Moroni 10:4-5).
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:55 AM |
Testimony
Third, is gaining a testimony an isolated event or an ongoing process? A testimony is similar to a living organism that grows and develops when treated properly. It needs constant nourishment, care, and protection to thrive and prosper. Likewise, neglect or deviance from the pattern of living that a testimony clarifies can lead to its loss or diminishment. The scriptures warn that transgressing or breaking the commandments of God can result in the loss of the Spirit and even to one denying the testimony he or she once possessed (see D&C 42:23).
Third, is gaining a testimony an isolated event or an ongoing process? A testimony is similar to a living organism that grows and develops when treated properly. It needs constant nourishment, care, and protection to thrive and prosper. Likewise, neglect or deviance from the pattern of living that a testimony clarifies can lead to its loss or diminishment. The scriptures warn that transgressing or breaking the commandments of God can result in the loss of the Spirit and even to one denying the testimony he or she once possessed (see D&C 42:23).
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:55 AM |
Testimony
First, everyone has worth because we are all children of God. He knows us, loves us, and wants us to succeed and return to Him. We must learn to trust in His love and in His timing rather than in our own sometimes impatient and imperfect desires.
First, everyone has worth because we are all children of God. He knows us, loves us, and wants us to succeed and return to Him. We must learn to trust in His love and in His timing rather than in our own sometimes impatient and imperfect desires.
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:56 AM |
Testimony
Second, while we believe fully in the mighty change of heart described in the scriptures (see Mosiah 5:2; Alma 5:12-14, 26), we must understand it often occurs gradually, rather than instantaneously or globally, and in response to specific questions, experiences, and concerns as well as by our study and prayer.
Second, while we believe fully in the mighty change of heart described in the scriptures (see Mosiah 5:2; Alma 5:12-14, 26), we must understand it often occurs gradually, rather than instantaneously or globally, and in response to specific questions, experiences, and concerns as well as by our study and prayer.
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:57 AM |
Testimony
Third, we need to remember that a fundamental purpose of life is to be tested and stretched, and thus we must learn to grow from our challenges and be grateful for the lessons learned that we cannot gain in an easier way.
Third, we need to remember that a fundamental purpose of life is to be tested and stretched, and thus we must learn to grow from our challenges and be grateful for the lessons learned that we cannot gain in an easier way.
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| May 26, 2011 at 03:43 AM |
Face the Future with Faith
It is true. We live to die, and we die to live again. From an eternal perspective, the only death that is truly premature is the death of one who is not prepared to meet God.
It is true. We live to die, and we die to live again. From an eternal perspective, the only death that is truly premature is the death of one who is not prepared to meet God.
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 Peter 4:19 |
| May 24, 2011 at 10:13 PM |
1 Peter 4:19
Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God commit the keeping of their souls to him in well doing, as unto a faithful Creator.
Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God commit the keeping of their souls to him in well doing, as unto a faithful Creator.
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barbararobarts highlighted Desire |
| May 22, 2011 at 07:56 AM |
Desire
The king did so and in mighty prayer declared, "I will give away all my sins to know thee … and be saved at the last day" (verse 18). With that commitment and that identification of his ultimate desire, his prayer was answered miraculously.
The king did so and in mighty prayer declared, "I will give away all my sins to know thee … and be saved at the last day" (verse 18). With that commitment and that identification of his ultimate desire, his prayer was answered miraculously.
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barbararobarts highlighted Desire |
| May 22, 2011 at 07:56 AM |
Desire
The prophet Alma had a great desire to cry repentance to all people, but he came to understand that he should not desire the compelling power this would require because, he concluded, "a just God … granteth unto men according to their desire, whether it be unto death or unto life" (Alma 29:4). Similarly, in modern revelation the Lord declares that He "will judge all men according to their works, according to the desire of their hearts" (D&C 137:9).
The prophet Alma had a great desire to cry repentance to all people, but he came to understand that he should not desire the compelling power this would require because, he concluded, "a just God … granteth unto men according to their desire, whether it be unto death or unto life" (Alma 29:4). Similarly, in modern revelation the Lord declares that He "will judge all men according to their works, according to the desire of their hearts" (D&C 137:9).
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| May 22, 2011 at 07:56 AM |
Desire
Many scriptures speak of what we desire in terms of what we seek. "He that seeketh me early shall find me, and shall not be forsaken" (D&C 88:83). "Seek ye earnestly the best gifts" (D&C 46:8). "He that diligently seeketh shall find" (1 Nephi 10:19). "Draw near unto me and I will draw near unto you; seek me diligently and ye shall find me; ask, and ye shall receive; knock, and it shall be opened unto you" (D&C 88:63).
Many scriptures speak of what we desire in terms of what we seek. "He that seeketh me early shall find me, and shall not be forsaken" (D&C 88:83). "Seek ye earnestly the best gifts" (D&C 46:8). "He that diligently seeketh shall find" (1 Nephi 10:19). "Draw near unto me and I will draw near unto you; seek me diligently and ye shall find me; ask, and ye shall receive; knock, and it shall be opened unto you" (D&C 88:63).
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| May 22, 2011 at 07:57 AM |
Desire
How do we develop desires? Few will have the kind of crisis that motivated Aron Ralston, (See Aron Ralston, Between a Rock and a Hard Place (2004).) but his experience provides a valuable lesson about developing desires. While Ralston was hiking in a remote canyon in southern Utah, an 800-pound (360 kg) rock shifted suddenly and trapped his right arm. For five lonely days he struggled to free himself. When he was about to give up and accept death, he had a vision of a three-year-old boy running toward him and being scooped up with his left arm. Understanding this as a vision of his future son and an assurance that he could still live, Ralston summoned the courage and took drastic action to save his life before his strength ran out. He broke the two bones in his trapped right arm and then used the knife in his multitool to cut off that arm. He then summoned the strength to hike five miles (8 km) for help. (Ralston, Between a Rock and a Hard Place, 248.) What an example of the power of an overwhelming desire! When we have a vision of what we can become, our desire and our power to act increase enormously.
How do we develop desires? Few will have the kind of crisis that motivated Aron Ralston, (See Aron Ralston, Between a Rock and a Hard Place (2004).) but his experience provides a valuable lesson about developing desires. While Ralston was hiking in a remote canyon in southern Utah, an 800-pound (360 kg) rock shifted suddenly and trapped his right arm. For five lonely days he struggled to free himself. When he was about to give up and accept death, he had a vision of a three-year-old boy running toward him and being scooped up with his left arm. Understanding this as a vision of his future son and an assurance that he could still live, Ralston summoned the courage and took drastic action to save his life before his strength ran out. He broke the two bones in his trapped right arm and then used the knife in his multitool to cut off that arm. He then summoned the strength to hike five miles (8 km) for help. (Ralston, Between a Rock and a Hard Place, 248.) What an example of the power of an overwhelming desire! When we have a vision of what we can become, our desire and our power to act increase enormously.
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| May 22, 2011 at 07:58 AM |
Desire
"Therefore, what we insistently desire, over time, is what we will eventually become and what we will receive in eternity." (Neal A. Maxwell, "According to the Desire of [Our] Hearts," Ensign, Nov. 1996, 22, 21.)
"Therefore, what we insistently desire, over time, is what we will eventually become and what we will receive in eternity." (Neal A. Maxwell, "According to the Desire of [Our] Hearts," Ensign, Nov. 1996, 22, 21.)
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| May 22, 2011 at 07:59 AM |
Desire
As important as it is to lose every desire for sin, eternal life requires more. To achieve our eternal destiny, we will desire and work for the qualities required to become an eternal being. For example, eternal beings forgive all who have wronged them. They put the welfare of others ahead of themselves. And they love all of God's children. If this seems too difficult-and surely it is not easy for any of us-then we should begin with a desire for such qualities and call upon our loving Heavenly Father for help with our feelings. The Book of Mormon teaches us that we should "pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart, that [we] may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ" (Moroni 7:48).
As important as it is to lose every desire for sin, eternal life requires more. To achieve our eternal destiny, we will desire and work for the qualities required to become an eternal being. For example, eternal beings forgive all who have wronged them. They put the welfare of others ahead of themselves. And they love all of God's children. If this seems too difficult-and surely it is not easy for any of us-then we should begin with a desire for such qualities and call upon our loving Heavenly Father for help with our feelings. The Book of Mormon teaches us that we should "pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart, that [we] may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ" (Moroni 7:48).
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| May 22, 2011 at 07:59 AM |
Desire
As important as it is to lose every desire for sin, eternal life requires more. To achieve our eternal destiny, we will desire and work for the qualities required to become an eternal being. For example, eternal beings forgive all who have wronged them. They put the welfare of others ahead of themselves. And they love all of God's children. If this seems too difficult-and surely it is not easy for any of us-then we should begin with a desire for such qualities and call upon our loving Heavenly Father for help with our feelings. The Book of Mormon teaches us that we should "pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart, that [we] may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ" (Moroni 7:48).
As important as it is to lose every desire for sin, eternal life requires more. To achieve our eternal destiny, we will desire and work for the qualities required to become an eternal being. For example, eternal beings forgive all who have wronged them. They put the welfare of others ahead of themselves. And they love all of God's children. If this seems too difficult-and surely it is not easy for any of us-then we should begin with a desire for such qualities and call upon our loving Heavenly Father for help with our feelings. The Book of Mormon teaches us that we should "pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart, that [we] may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ" (Moroni 7:48).
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| May 22, 2011 at 07:59 AM |
Desire
As important as it is to lose every desire for sin, eternal life requires more. To achieve our eternal destiny, we will desire and work for the qualities required to become an eternal being. For example, eternal beings forgive all who have wronged them. They put the welfare of others ahead of themselves. And they love all of God's children. If this seems too difficult-and surely it is not easy for any of us-then we should begin with a desire for such qualities and call upon our loving Heavenly Father for help with our feelings. The Book of Mormon teaches us that we should "pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart, that [we] may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ" (Moroni 7:48).
As important as it is to lose every desire for sin, eternal life requires more. To achieve our eternal destiny, we will desire and work for the qualities required to become an eternal being. For example, eternal beings forgive all who have wronged them. They put the welfare of others ahead of themselves. And they love all of God's children. If this seems too difficult-and surely it is not easy for any of us-then we should begin with a desire for such qualities and call upon our loving Heavenly Father for help with our feelings. The Book of Mormon teaches us that we should "pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart, that [we] may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ" (Moroni 7:48).
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| May 22, 2011 at 07:59 AM |
Desire
I close with a final example of a desire that should be paramount for all men and women-those who are currently married and those who are single. All should desire and seriously work to secure a marriage for eternity. Those who already have a temple marriage should do all they can to preserve it. Those who are single should desire a temple marriage and exert priority efforts to obtain it. Youth and young singles should resist the politically correct but eternally false concept that discredits the importance of marrying and having children. (See Julie B. Beck, "Teaching the Doctrine of the Family," Liahona, Mar. 2011, 32-37; Ensign, Mar. 2011, 12-17.)
I close with a final example of a desire that should be paramount for all men and women-those who are currently married and those who are single. All should desire and seriously work to secure a marriage for eternity. Those who already have a temple marriage should do all they can to preserve it. Those who are single should desire a temple marriage and exert priority efforts to obtain it. Youth and young singles should resist the politically correct but eternally false concept that discredits the importance of marrying and having children. (See Julie B. Beck, "Teaching the Doctrine of the Family," Liahona, Mar. 2011, 32-37; Ensign, Mar. 2011, 12-17.)
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| May 22, 2011 at 08:00 AM |
Desire
Let us remember that desires dictate our priorities, priorities shape our choices, and choices determine our actions. In addition, it is our actions and our desires that cause us to become something, whether a true friend, a gifted teacher, or one who has qualified for eternal life.
Let us remember that desires dictate our priorities, priorities shape our choices, and choices determine our actions. In addition, it is our actions and our desires that cause us to become something, whether a true friend, a gifted teacher, or one who has qualified for eternal life.
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| May 22, 2011 at 08:00 AM |
Desire
Desires dictate our priorities, priorities shape our choices, and choices determine our actions. The desires we act on determine our changing, our achieving, and our becoming.
Desires dictate our priorities, priorities shape our choices, and choices determine our actions. The desires we act on determine our changing, our achieving, and our becoming.
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barbararobarts highlighted Desire |
| May 22, 2011 at 03:48 PM |
Desire
As important as it is to lose every desire for sin, eternal life requires more. To achieve our eternal destiny, we will desire and work for the qualities required to become an eternal being. For example, eternal beings forgive all who have wronged them. They put the welfare of others ahead of themselves. And they love all of God's children. If this seems too difficult-and surely it is not easy for any of us-then we should begin with a desire for such qualities and call upon our loving Heavenly Father for help with our feelings. The Book of Mormon teaches us that we should "pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart, that [we] may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ" (Moroni 7:48).
As important as it is to lose every desire for sin, eternal life requires more. To achieve our eternal destiny, we will desire and work for the qualities required to become an eternal being. For example, eternal beings forgive all who have wronged them. They put the welfare of others ahead of themselves. And they love all of God's children. If this seems too difficult-and surely it is not easy for any of us-then we should begin with a desire for such qualities and call upon our loving Heavenly Father for help with our feelings. The Book of Mormon teaches us that we should "pray unto the Father with all the energy of heart, that [we] may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ" (Moroni 7:48).
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 Peter 3:18 |
| May 23, 2011 at 10:20 PM |
1 Peter 3:18
For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:
For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 Peter 3:19 |
| May 23, 2011 at 10:21 PM |
1 Peter 3:19
By which also he went and preached unto the spirits in prison;
By which also he went and preached unto the spirits in prison;
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barbararobarts highlighted 1 Peter 3:20 |
| May 23, 2011 at 10:21 PM |
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barbararobarts highlighted Alma 60:7 |
| May 24, 2011 at 09:18 PM |
Alma 60:7
Can you think to sit upon your thrones in a state of thoughtless stupor, while your enemies are spreading the work of death around you? Yea, while they are murdering thousands of your brethren—
Can you think to sit upon your thrones in a state of thoughtless stupor, while your enemies are spreading the work of death around you? Yea, while they are murdering thousands of your brethren—
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barbararobarts highlighted Testimony |
| May 26, 2011 at 03:57 AM |
Testimony
Fourth, we must learn to trust the things that we believe in or know to sustain us in times of uncertainty or with issues where we struggle.
Fourth, we must learn to trust the things that we believe in or know to sustain us in times of uncertainty or with issues where we struggle.
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barbararobarts highlighted The Miracle of the Atonement |
| July 31, 2011 at 03:58 PM |
The Miracle of the Atonement
Through His atoning sacrifice, our sins are remitted. With the exception of sons of perdition, the Atonement is available to everyone all the time, no matter how large or small the sin, "on conditions of repentance." (Doctrine and Covenants 18:12.)
Through His atoning sacrifice, our sins are remitted. With the exception of sons of perdition, the Atonement is available to everyone all the time, no matter how large or small the sin, "on conditions of repentance." (Doctrine and Covenants 18:12.)
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barbararobarts highlighted Mark 8:37 |
| November 27, 2011 at 10:53 PM |
Mark 8:37
Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
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barbararobarts highlighted Luke 18:17 |
| December 30, 2011 at 10:27 PM |
Luke 18:17
Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein.
Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein.
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barbararobarts highlighted Luke 18:27 |
| December 30, 2011 at 10:28 PM |
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barbararobarts highlighted Luke 19:6 |
| December 31, 2011 at 10:03 PM |
Luke 19:6
And he made haste, and came down, and received him joyfully.
And he made haste, and came down, and received him joyfully.
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barbararobarts highlighted 2 Nephi 2:25 |
| January 1, 2012 at 11:29 AM |
2 Nephi 2:25
Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy.
Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy.
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barbararobarts highlighted Luke 21:36 |
| January 2, 2012 at 10:42 PM |
Luke 21:36
Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man.
Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man.
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barbararobarts highlighted John 3:16 |
| January 9, 2012 at 10:18 PM |
John 3:16
¶ For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
¶ For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
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barbararobarts highlighted John 3:5 |
| January 9, 2012 at 10:18 PM |
John 3:5
Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.
Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.
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barbararobarts highlighted John 3:17 |
| January 9, 2012 at 10:18 PM |
John 3:17
For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
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barbararobarts highlighted John 6:28 |
| January 12, 2012 at 10:09 PM |
John 6:28
Then said they unto him, What shall we do, that we might work the works of God?
Then said they unto him, What shall we do, that we might work the works of God?