Lessons learned from my leaders:
The gospel of Jesus Christ is simple, we make it complicated.
We need to be realistic, we should not out unnecessary pressure on ourselves.
We tend to focus on the "list of things to do" so much that we miss the whispering of the spirit, we need to make sure we put ourselves on the list.
Balance for ourselves
*Recognize out own limits. (D&C 10:4 Do not walk faster than you have strength)
*Keep ourselves spiritually intact. (Mosiah 4:27 There is wisdom in order)
*Do not fall in to the idea of anxious perfectionism (Perfect means whole, balances, complete with integrity)
Balance for our families
*First priority-relationship with our spouse (Proclamation to the Family-Husbands and wives have a solemn responsibility to love and care for each other. By divine design, fathers are to preside over their families in love and righteousness, mothers are primarily responsible for the nurture of their children. In these sacred responsibilities, fathers and mothers are obligated to help one another as equal partners.)
*Second priority our children-(Proclamation to the Family-Parents have a sacred duty to rear their children in love and righteousness, to provide for their physical and spiritual needs, and to teach them to love and serve one another, observe the commandments of God, and be law-abiding citizens wherever they live.
*Balance in giving service-"Treasure the doing more than the getting it done". If we are not in balance with ourselves and our family service becomes a resentful thing rather than a joyous thing.
A simple balanced life will receive revelation and find joy!
Sunday, October 31, 2010
The Mirror
When I look in the mirror who do I see in the woman looking back at me?
A simple face, hair somewhat in place, with a wrinkle or two...or three.
Her eyes show the strife or everyday life, her heart sheds bitter tears silently.
Errors from the past, hold to her fast, the light of her soul shines dimly.
Not good enough, not worthy of love, she tries to see past the memory.
But the image remains the face stays the same, she can't help wondering what others can see?
When I look in the mirror who does he see in the woman looking back at me?
A bride in white, full of the gospel's light, his companion for eternity?
Her mind reflects on that special day, when across the altar their hands lay.
His eyes so blue, their spoken vows true, reflections of forever displayed.
Have I forgotten the feeling of our eternal sealing in the person I have chosen to be?
When I look in the mirror who do they see in the woman looking back at me?
Someone who cares, their burden she bares, a mother's love continually?
She sees each face as they made a place in her heart and eternal family.
Have my priorities shifted, my focused drifted from these souls placed in my responsibility?
When I look in the mirror who does he see in the woman looking back at me?
His sister in spirit, divine nature inherent who chose the test of mortality?
Her Savior's love, unconditional from above, his life he gave...her soul he saved,
Can I doubt his gift for me?
When I look in the mirror who does he see in the woman looking back at me?
His daughter divine of a royal line, a woman of great quality?
Who stood in the crowd and shouted out loud, her faith in the plan that would be?
Am I a woman of strength, conviction and faith?
Or has life drained it out of me?
When I look in the mirror what should I see in the woman looking back at me?
A companion eternal, a mother maternal, a sister and daughter of divinity?
My choice to make each day I awake...I have the power within me.
I look in the mirror displayed...the image before me soon fades.
The reflection replaced by a familiar face but one still strange to me.
The woman the others could see...a woman of inner beauty.
A simple face, hair somewhat in place, with a wrinkle or two...or three.
Her eyes show the strife or everyday life, her heart sheds bitter tears silently.
Errors from the past, hold to her fast, the light of her soul shines dimly.
Not good enough, not worthy of love, she tries to see past the memory.
But the image remains the face stays the same, she can't help wondering what others can see?
When I look in the mirror who does he see in the woman looking back at me?
A bride in white, full of the gospel's light, his companion for eternity?
Her mind reflects on that special day, when across the altar their hands lay.
His eyes so blue, their spoken vows true, reflections of forever displayed.
Have I forgotten the feeling of our eternal sealing in the person I have chosen to be?
When I look in the mirror who do they see in the woman looking back at me?
Someone who cares, their burden she bares, a mother's love continually?
She sees each face as they made a place in her heart and eternal family.
Have my priorities shifted, my focused drifted from these souls placed in my responsibility?
When I look in the mirror who does he see in the woman looking back at me?
His sister in spirit, divine nature inherent who chose the test of mortality?
Her Savior's love, unconditional from above, his life he gave...her soul he saved,
Can I doubt his gift for me?
When I look in the mirror who does he see in the woman looking back at me?
His daughter divine of a royal line, a woman of great quality?
Who stood in the crowd and shouted out loud, her faith in the plan that would be?
Am I a woman of strength, conviction and faith?
Or has life drained it out of me?
When I look in the mirror what should I see in the woman looking back at me?
A companion eternal, a mother maternal, a sister and daughter of divinity?
My choice to make each day I awake...I have the power within me.
I look in the mirror displayed...the image before me soon fades.
The reflection replaced by a familiar face but one still strange to me.
The woman the others could see...a woman of inner beauty.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Today
Today in Church and at home the message were clear.
First a BYU devotional on TV on the chaos in the homes how to avoid it, how to realize where the Chaos is coming from. Then a Sunday School message on the Chaos and Oppression that the deceiver is spreading over the world, and our simple choice to have Faith in the power of God, his plan and his love for us... with a special focus on Isaiah 53 wherein it describes the plan and the Savior's atoning sacrifice, followed by a lesson in Relief Society on Repentance.
How grateful I am that I felt in tune with the spirit today and listened to the messages being taught, because the minute I got home I was once again bombarded with the doubts, the bitterness, and the whisperings of negativity that seem to pervade my thoughts these days.
And so I look to the scriptures and my faith in the Savior to give me direction and strength as I continue to try to put my life in order, and bring the spirit in to my home.
Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.
First a BYU devotional on TV on the chaos in the homes how to avoid it, how to realize where the Chaos is coming from. Then a Sunday School message on the Chaos and Oppression that the deceiver is spreading over the world, and our simple choice to have Faith in the power of God, his plan and his love for us... with a special focus on Isaiah 53 wherein it describes the plan and the Savior's atoning sacrifice, followed by a lesson in Relief Society on Repentance.
How grateful I am that I felt in tune with the spirit today and listened to the messages being taught, because the minute I got home I was once again bombarded with the doubts, the bitterness, and the whisperings of negativity that seem to pervade my thoughts these days.
And so I look to the scriptures and my faith in the Savior to give me direction and strength as I continue to try to put my life in order, and bring the spirit in to my home.
And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?
Monday, October 18, 2010
Price paid.
Consequence determined.
She carries the burden.
Seeking release?
A place of peace...
His hands bare the sign.
The offering divine.
The deceivers words sway.
And pride bars the way.
The spirit inside,
whispers...Turn to the light!
His promise for all,
Who on their knees fall.
Turning their hearts from the world
Trusting their burdens to the Lord
Remembering...
Choice made
Price paid
Soul saved.
Friday, July 23, 2010
reflecting on the past....
So I started a new blog....one specifically for my work. In the process of putting it together I had to reminisce about the experiences I have had in my line of work, what brought me into the field, what I wanted to get out of it and what I have learned from it. The new blog address is http://discoverthejourney2010.blogspot.com/
Perhaps I have to many blogs....I am not doing well on keeping the ones I have up to date, but the discover the journey is dedicated to my experiences as a foster parent, and in working with kids who are at a disadvantage in this all ready hard world.
I only hope something I say will be of help to others....
Perhaps I have to many blogs....I am not doing well on keeping the ones I have up to date, but the discover the journey is dedicated to my experiences as a foster parent, and in working with kids who are at a disadvantage in this all ready hard world.
I only hope something I say will be of help to others....
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Conference
Ok, so God knows us, hears our please, and answers them. Elder Richard G. Scott clearly answered my question regarding where answers come from. He stated that it isn't always an easy path, that it takes patience, and understanding, that we need to rely on God and the Holy Ghost to answer our pleas. He stated that it is a wonderful gift that we can go to God for help. Sister Mastumori also commented on the correct way to ask for and receive inspiration. And finally on Sunday Elder Russel M. Neilson also explained the wonderful process that we are privileged to have. The Holy Ghost is a gift from God, one that we can rely on if we are truly listening to the quiet messages sent to us.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
General Relief Society meesages to me.
I was grateful for the opportunity to attend General Relief Society Saturday evening. I even took notes as I searched for answers for the questions I have been facing.
The messages I found for myself were:
The messages I found for myself were:
Eliminate the non-essentials in your life.
Visiting Teaching is an official calling-it is a faith based work and is never "finished".
Never suppress a generous thought.
If we do our part in giving service, angels will be our associates.
The gap is the place between what we know is right and what we actually do.
There is nothing that can separate us from the love of God.
Feelings of charity come from God.
Visiting Teaching is an official calling-it is a faith based work and is never "finished".
Never suppress a generous thought.
If we do our part in giving service, angels will be our associates.
The gap is the place between what we know is right and what we actually do.
There is nothing that can separate us from the love of God.
Feelings of charity come from God.
***Angles do not come in the form of cards,
but in service opportunities that are either given or received.***
but in service opportunities that are either given or received.***
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