"The simple secret is: put your trust in the Lord, do your best, then leave the rest to him."
-Joseph B. Wirthlin
I love this quote and I come back to it often because it bring great comfort to me. When we are having hard, stressful, difficult, or worried times all we have to do it go to the Lord. If we go to him with a humble heart and ask him to help us, as long as we try our best, He will be there making it happen if it is in His will for us.
I know from experiences in my own life that this is true. This year in school I am taking AP United States History and for the class I needed to do a debate. It was me one other person for 40 minutes debating in front of the class. I was really worried about this because I wanted to do well, but public speaking is not one of my specialties. So after I had tried my best with researching and studying, I went to the Lord and asked Him to help me to not be worried and to help me do my best and it worked. The day of my debate, I was nervous, but I had no last minute doubts or concerns. I did my debate and everything went as well as expected. I did not win, but I went in with the attitude that I did my absolute best and that's all that mattered. The Lord made up for those moments when I did not know what to say and He gave me the comfort throughout the day and the days leading up to it when I was nervous or worried.
I know that if you go to the Lord, He will help you with anything that you need, be it school, church, work or anything else. He wants to help us and is willing to, we just need to make sure that we do our part first and He will never let us down.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Friday, January 6, 2012
The Final Summons
"May we live so that when that final summons is heard, we may have no serious regrets, no unfinished business."
-Thomas S. Monson
We cannot wait to do things until we have time or we want to do them, especially when it comes to the gospel with repenting, serving others and missionary work. We do not have forever to do these things. The time is drawing nearer when that day will come and Christ will return, but we have to be prepared for that day. We have to repent and try our best to be doing what's right, because no one knows when it will happen.
When the Lord comes again it will be a joyous, wonderful time for those who did prepare and a sad time for those who didn't. Don't you want to be happy and excited that Christ has returned? You don't want to be dwelling on the things you did not do when that day comes. We should all be preparing now in everything we do for that wonderful day when Christ will return, all will be filled with peace and joy and we will be able to share it with those we love.
-Thomas S. Monson
We cannot wait to do things until we have time or we want to do them, especially when it comes to the gospel with repenting, serving others and missionary work. We do not have forever to do these things. The time is drawing nearer when that day will come and Christ will return, but we have to be prepared for that day. We have to repent and try our best to be doing what's right, because no one knows when it will happen.
When the Lord comes again it will be a joyous, wonderful time for those who did prepare and a sad time for those who didn't. Don't you want to be happy and excited that Christ has returned? You don't want to be dwelling on the things you did not do when that day comes. We should all be preparing now in everything we do for that wonderful day when Christ will return, all will be filled with peace and joy and we will be able to share it with those we love.
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Attitude of Gradtitude
"We can lift ourselves, and others as well, when we refuse to remain in the ream of negative thought and cultivate within our hearts and attitude of gratitude. If ingratitude be numbered among the serious sins, then gratitude takes its place among the noblest of virtues."
-President Thomas S. Monson
Gratitude is such an important thing to have. We have all been given so much and are so blessed and we need to be grateful. Heavenly Father blesses us daily and we need show that we care about the blessings that we have been given. It can be hard to think about all of the things that we don't have rather than the things we do have, but I know that when we show our gratitude it makes Heavenly Father glad to see that we are grateful for the things we have.
It can be hard to be positive about everything, especially if it is something that you do not like. I have found though that if I go into a situation with a positive attitude, regardless of the thoughts I have had or things I have heard previously, I am more likely to be able to get through the hard times and enjoy them more than I would have thought I could. If you start out with a negative attitude, it is going to be really hard to get rid of that feeling. So even if it is not something you enjoy, you might as well start out positive and I guarantee that you will have a better experience than if you started out negative.
-President Thomas S. Monson
Gratitude is such an important thing to have. We have all been given so much and are so blessed and we need to be grateful. Heavenly Father blesses us daily and we need show that we care about the blessings that we have been given. It can be hard to think about all of the things that we don't have rather than the things we do have, but I know that when we show our gratitude it makes Heavenly Father glad to see that we are grateful for the things we have.
It can be hard to be positive about everything, especially if it is something that you do not like. I have found though that if I go into a situation with a positive attitude, regardless of the thoughts I have had or things I have heard previously, I am more likely to be able to get through the hard times and enjoy them more than I would have thought I could. If you start out with a negative attitude, it is going to be really hard to get rid of that feeling. So even if it is not something you enjoy, you might as well start out positive and I guarantee that you will have a better experience than if you started out negative.
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Prayers
"The prayers of people are almost always answered by the actions of others."
-President Thomas S. Monson
This quote is so simple, but profound which is why it is one of my favorite's and I know from my own experiences as well that it is true. Sometimes when you feel like you should do something and you don't really know why, you are could answering some one's prayer. Even in the little things you do, that may not seem very big or important to you can be such a difference in someone else's life.
Because we are the answers to other's prayers we need to make sure that we are always listening to the Spirit and remaining worthy to listen to the Spirit so that we don't miss an opportunity to help someone. The Spirit will tell us how we can help and serve others in the best way because Heavenly Father knows what they need most.
We can make such an impact on other's lives, more than we even know. We have the power to do amazing things and if we listen to the Spirit and serve others we can be part of a great change or a positive difference in some one's life.
-President Thomas S. Monson
This quote is so simple, but profound which is why it is one of my favorite's and I know from my own experiences as well that it is true. Sometimes when you feel like you should do something and you don't really know why, you are could answering some one's prayer. Even in the little things you do, that may not seem very big or important to you can be such a difference in someone else's life.
Because we are the answers to other's prayers we need to make sure that we are always listening to the Spirit and remaining worthy to listen to the Spirit so that we don't miss an opportunity to help someone. The Spirit will tell us how we can help and serve others in the best way because Heavenly Father knows what they need most.
We can make such an impact on other's lives, more than we even know. We have the power to do amazing things and if we listen to the Spirit and serve others we can be part of a great change or a positive difference in some one's life.
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
The Finest Generation
"You are of the finest generation that has come to earth. You have prepared yourself well in the premortal existence and have been selected to come forth in this singularly important time in the unfolding of Father in Heaven's plan."
-Richard G. Scott
I love this quote! Whenever I am having a hard time I read this and it reaffirms to me that I am here for a purpose. We all have a purpose for why we are here. Even though it can be difficult to see it at times, we are all here for a reason and we all have a specific mission that only we can do.
On the flip side, reading this can also bring an extra layer of pressure. When it says "you are of the finest generation" and "you have been selected" it makes me think that I have this huge mission to accomplish here on earth and if I don't do it correctly or completely, then I will feel like I have failed. The wonderful part of Heavenly Father's plan is that we are never alone and he will help us complete our mission. He knows that we can do it, even if we may not be able to see it in ourselves.
We all have a purpose for being here that only you can do. We have been prepared for this time so we can complete our mission and return to Heavenly Father. When we need help or have lost sight of our goal, all we need to do is turn to Him and he will be there ready to help us. He wants us to succeed.
-Richard G. Scott
I love this quote! Whenever I am having a hard time I read this and it reaffirms to me that I am here for a purpose. We all have a purpose for why we are here. Even though it can be difficult to see it at times, we are all here for a reason and we all have a specific mission that only we can do.
On the flip side, reading this can also bring an extra layer of pressure. When it says "you are of the finest generation" and "you have been selected" it makes me think that I have this huge mission to accomplish here on earth and if I don't do it correctly or completely, then I will feel like I have failed. The wonderful part of Heavenly Father's plan is that we are never alone and he will help us complete our mission. He knows that we can do it, even if we may not be able to see it in ourselves.
We all have a purpose for being here that only you can do. We have been prepared for this time so we can complete our mission and return to Heavenly Father. When we need help or have lost sight of our goal, all we need to do is turn to Him and he will be there ready to help us. He wants us to succeed.
Monday, January 2, 2012
Your Father in Heaven Knows You
"You are literally a spirit daughter [or son] of heavenly parents with a divine nature and an eternal destiny... Your Father in Heaven knows your name and knows your circumstance. He hears your prayers. He knows your hopes and dreams, including your fears and frustrations. And He knows what you can become through faith in Him."
-Jeffrey R. Holland
Heavenly Father knows us each personally. He is our father- our heavenly father. Just as a mother or father here on earth would know their children's names, the things they like and dislike, our Heavenly Father is the same way. He knows each of our names, He knows what we like and what we don't. He knows what is hard for us, what our dreams are and so on. He knows us more than we can possibly imagine.
When we are having a hard time and think that there is no on who knows what we are going through, we're wrong. Heavenly Father knows us perfectly. Sometimes a mom or dad may forget what our favorite food is or favorite color, but Heavenly Father does not forget anything. Even the little things that we may think are silly.
Because He knows us so well, we can go to Him with any problem or struggle we are having and He knows exactly what we need and how to best help us, all we need to do it ask and He will be right there waiting. Never be afraid to ask for something that you may think is silly or unimportant, because if it is important to you, it is important to Him and he will help you. He never leaves any of us alone. He does not forget any of His children. He loves you.
-Jeffrey R. Holland
Heavenly Father knows us each personally. He is our father- our heavenly father. Just as a mother or father here on earth would know their children's names, the things they like and dislike, our Heavenly Father is the same way. He knows each of our names, He knows what we like and what we don't. He knows what is hard for us, what our dreams are and so on. He knows us more than we can possibly imagine.
When we are having a hard time and think that there is no on who knows what we are going through, we're wrong. Heavenly Father knows us perfectly. Sometimes a mom or dad may forget what our favorite food is or favorite color, but Heavenly Father does not forget anything. Even the little things that we may think are silly.
Because He knows us so well, we can go to Him with any problem or struggle we are having and He knows exactly what we need and how to best help us, all we need to do it ask and He will be right there waiting. Never be afraid to ask for something that you may think is silly or unimportant, because if it is important to you, it is important to Him and he will help you. He never leaves any of us alone. He does not forget any of His children. He loves you.
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Realize Your Full Potential
"With all my capacity I encourage you to discover who you really are. I invite you to look beyond the daily routine of life. I urge you to discern through the Spirit your divinely given capacities. I exhort you to prayerfully make worthy choices that will lead you to realize your full potential."
"Realize your full potential... God loves you. I testify that as you seek His help, He will guide you to fulfill your worthy dreams."
-Elder Richard G. Scott
As a new year begins I hope we can all make worthy goals that will help us achieve our ultimate goal- to return to live with Heavenly Father again. I know that Heavenly Father truly will help us if we reach out to Him. It does not matter how silly it may seem, if it is important to us, it is important to Him. He loves us and wants to help us. We are so special to Him and truly are His sons and daughters.
I hope as we start this new year we can all work towards becoming better examples of truth and discovering our full potential. We can do all things with Christ by our side.
This year holds so many possibilities. I hope that we will work towards becoming the best that we can be and becoming more like our Savior Jesus Christ and if we do this, I know that this year will be filled with joy, happiness and peace.
"Realize your full potential... God loves you. I testify that as you seek His help, He will guide you to fulfill your worthy dreams."
-Elder Richard G. Scott
As a new year begins I hope we can all make worthy goals that will help us achieve our ultimate goal- to return to live with Heavenly Father again. I know that Heavenly Father truly will help us if we reach out to Him. It does not matter how silly it may seem, if it is important to us, it is important to Him. He loves us and wants to help us. We are so special to Him and truly are His sons and daughters.
I hope as we start this new year we can all work towards becoming better examples of truth and discovering our full potential. We can do all things with Christ by our side.
This year holds so many possibilities. I hope that we will work towards becoming the best that we can be and becoming more like our Savior Jesus Christ and if we do this, I know that this year will be filled with joy, happiness and peace.
Welcome Welcome!
Hello Everyone! As the new year was approaching I thought it would be a fun idea to create my own blog and post a quote, scripture or just a thought everyday. In doing this I hope to strengthen my testimony, but help uplift others aswell. I hope that I can help others through this blog as the year progresses.
Hopefully I can keep this up throughout the whole year. 1 day down 364 to go! :)
Hopefully I can keep this up throughout the whole year. 1 day down 364 to go! :)
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