I’ve decided to take a page from Janessa’s book and write my own soap box Sunday. This Sunday was particularly special because Michael administered the sacrament for the first time. Although he hasn’t been officially called, the bishop did request he plan on administering the sacrament for a while. I am thrilled because it is not only a great example for Aiden, but it also helps Michael to fulfill his priesthood calling. It is also so much fun to see how everyone in the ward gets so excited to see this new convert advance in the church!
This week our Relief Society lesson was on “Stand fast through the storms of life.” How appropriate given that this has been a constant theme in my life the last few months. This lesson was a great reminder that my challenges in life really pale in comparison to so many other peoples. I am really blessed to have a job that allows me to provide for my family. I have an amazing son and a wonderful husband and a family that loves me.
Joseph Smith taught that our trials help shape the people we become, “Trials will only give us the knowledge Necessary to understand the minds of the ancients. For my part, I think I never could have felt as I now do, if I had not suffered the wrongs that I have suffered. All things shall work together for the good to them that love God." (Romans 8:28)
Joseph Smith also teaches that “All difficulties which might and would cross our way must be surmounted. Though the soul be tired, the heart be faint, and the hands hang down, we must not retrace our steps; there must be decision of character.” I love this quote particularly the comment about the decision of character. It is so easy for me to feel bad for myself or frustrated with my set of circumstances. The Lord would have us raise ourselves to these challenges as they cross our paths. Our Lord and Savior is the greatest example of this, he suffered so much pain in the Garden of Gethsemane that he bled from every pore. In spite of this still he still carried out the will of our Heavenly Father.
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I LOVE IT! I really needed to hear this--these are hard times, and we need to put our trust in the Lord. Thanks Wendy :) (I totally didn't do one on Sunday since I was away, but will this Sunday!)
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