Wednesday, February 18, 2009
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Plan Of Happiness
"The Book of Mormon is a book that teaches 'the great plan of happiness' (Alma 42:8; see also vv. 5, 13, 31; 2 Nephi 9). In profound yet understandable terms, the Book of Mormon teaches the purpose of life, from whence we came, and what happens when we die. We learn of faith in Jesus Christ and His atoning sacrifice, of repentance, of the importance of baptism by immersion, and of the gift and power of the Holy Ghost. By studying and feasting upon the doctrines of the Book of Mormon, we gain 'a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men,' with a desire to 'endure to the end' that we may 'have eternal life' (2 Nephi 31:20)."
Craig C. Christensen, "A Book with a Promise," Ensign, May 2008, 107
Craig C. Christensen, "A Book with a Promise," Ensign, May 2008, 107
Light & Truth
Gain pure testimony. This testimony is the confirmation by the Holy Ghost that God is our Father and Jesus is the Christ (see M. Russell Ballard, "Pure Testimony," Ensign, Nov. 2004, 40-41), The light and truth we see in all things urge us to obtain knowledge by study and by faith, which precedes the confirmation by the Spirit (see D&C 9:7-8). We can learn much of God's handiwork and goodness by our physical senses. But an even deeper testimony is revealed as we spiritually seek the truth 'with real intent' (Moroni 10:4). President Spencer W. Kimball said: 'The treasures of both secular and spiritual knowledge are hidden ones—but hidden from those who do not properly search and strive to find them. . . . Spiritual knowledge is not available merely for the asking; even prayers are not enough. It takes persistence and dedication of one's life' (The Teachings of Spencer W. Kimball, ed. Edward L. Kimball [1982], 389-90)."
Robert R. Steuer, "The Power of Light and Truth," Ensign, May 2008, 100
Robert R. Steuer, "The Power of Light and Truth," Ensign, May 2008, 100
For My Spirit
"In the private sanctuary of one's own conscience lies that spirit, that determination to cast off the old person and to measure up to the stature of true potential. In this spirit, we again issue that heartfelt invitation: Come back. We reach out to you in the pure love of Christ and express our desire to assist you and to welcome you into full fellowship. To those who are wounded in spirit or who are struggling and fearful, we say, Let us lift you and cheer you and calm your fears. Take literally the Lord's invitation, 'Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light' (Matthew 11:28, 30)."
Thomas S. Monson, "Looking Back and Moving Forward," Ensign, May 2008, 90
Thomas S. Monson, "Looking Back and Moving Forward," Ensign, May 2008, 90
Warning!
If you find you’re self here reading my spiritual journal. Know that this is personal thoughts and feelings that I have. As I search to know my self, spiritual side and to gain a greater personal relationship with God. I am not perfect, so my spelling and writing may not be just that “not perfect.”