* . . .if tunnel vision is all we have.

Neal A. Maxwell wrote: “Because the world is readily inclined to mock at divine promises, the promises inherent in the gospel can jar the ordinary intellect, bereft of faith. Like Abraham, however, we know it is vital for us not to stagger at the soaring...

To Obtain Spiritual Guidance

The following is from Elder Richard G. Scott of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles (deceased). Powerful principles that follow are from his book, “Finding Peace, Happiness, and Joy” and will be shared in three (perhaps more) posts. He wrote: “When I...

* perspective

Sit quietly for a moment, and you realize how you have been foolishly running about. Learn to keep your mouth shut, and you realize you have been talking too much. Avoid getting involved in too many things, and you realize that you have been wasting your time in...

Christ’s suffering

Tadd R. Callister, former Sunday School General President wrote in his book, ‘A Case for the Book of Mormon’: Some have expounded the theory that Christ’s suffering was mitigated by the fact that He was half divine and therefore His divinity...

* “In Process of Time”

(Something new [that I have no control over]. . . Clicking on scripture reference will take you to the chapter only; you will need to scroll down to the unmarked verse.) In his book “The Promise of Discipleship,” Neal A. Maxwell wrote regarding time:...

“Because of the Atonement. . .

In his book “Accomplishing the Impossible”, Russell M. Nelson wrote: . . .Because of the Atonement, the consummate blessings associated with these ordinances can be realized by each of God’s children who obeys His eternal laws. Through the ages, many...

* Improve Yourself

From the book “God is in the Small Stuff and it all matters” by Bruce & Stan. . .   No, dear friends, I am still not all I should be, but I am focusing all my energies on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead....

True Disciples of the Savior

Elder Terence M. Vinson of the Presidency of the Seventy said in October 2019 general conference: “Somewhat hidden in the Old Testament book of Haggai is a description of a group of people who could have used Elder Holland’s counsel. They got it wrong by not...

* listen to your body. . . follow the Spirit

From March 2016 (updated)… A personal post that may be useful: “Since the late 1980’s, when we lived in Stettler Alberta Canada, I have become increasingly aware of my body, and what the Spirit tells me, especially when ailing. It started when a...

‘The Message, the Meaning, and the Multitude’

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, said in opening remarks of October 2019 general conference: ” “Welcome to this semiannual conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. To set the stage for a discussion of...

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