GET BACK ON SCHEDULE
Use your reading chart to find the chapters you still need to read to be caught up through: 3 Nephi 8 or
If you’re up to date with your reading, take time to study: Helaman 13
What did Samuel the Lamanite preach to the wicked Nephites before the Savior came? What are modern prophets teaching us as we prepare for Christ’s second coming?
*Lesson prep time...what are your thoughts?
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Thursday, July 1, 2010
Monday, June 28, 2010
Day 75
Read: Helaman 16 – 3 Nephi 2Mark: 3 Nephi 1:12-13
“Gifts of the Spirit which the Lord bestows upon those who believe and obey the gospel of Christ are called signs. That is, their receipt stands as an evidence or sign of the presence of that faith which results from believing the truth. Signs are wonders and miracles; they always and invariably are manifest to and among the faithful saints.”
~ Elder Bruce R. McConkie
Why didn’t Satan want the faithful Nephites to believe in the signs? What lies does he send today to try to keep you from believing the witness you’ve received as a result of your faith?
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Day 74
Read: Helaman 13-15
Mark: Helaman 14:30-31“Spiritual maturity is understanding that we cannot blame anybody else for our actions. Some factors may make it harder for us to perform according to God’s plan for us, but being accountable for how we use our agency means being answerable for our own behavior.”
~ Sister Elaine Cannon
In what ways do you use your agency to help you to grow?
*This is kind of a weird answer, but by making mistakes when using my agency I learn every time. I am not saying that it's a good idea to sin and make poor choices so you can learn a lesson, but when I do make mistakes I grow. I also grow when I make the right decisions. When I use my agency to make tough decisions that are correct, but so dang tough, I grow.
Mark: Helaman 14:30-31~ Sister Elaine Cannon
In what ways do you use your agency to help you to grow?
*This is kind of a weird answer, but by making mistakes when using my agency I learn every time. I am not saying that it's a good idea to sin and make poor choices so you can learn a lesson, but when I do make mistakes I grow. I also grow when I make the right decisions. When I use my agency to make tough decisions that are correct, but so dang tough, I grow.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Day 73
Read: Helaman 11-12
Mark: Helaman 12:2-3
“Afflictions can soften us and sweeten us, and can be a chastening influence. We often think of chastening as something being done to punish us… Divine chastening, however, is a form of learning as it is administered at the hands of a loving Father.”
~ Elder Neal A. Maxwell
Why do you think it is so much easier to remember the Lord when we suffer, than when everything is going well? What can you do to remember the Lord even when times are good?
*Well when I am suffering and am in pain I want it to stop and for my life to be easy and good again. There is a saying that "There are no atheist in the trenches." Meaning when you are faced with death you start praying. I know that when my life is going super and wonderful my prayers are not as in depth. I am working on that. I need to be able to have the same relationship with Heavenly Father no matter how my life is.
Mark: Helaman 12:2-3
“Afflictions can soften us and sweeten us, and can be a chastening influence. We often think of chastening as something being done to punish us… Divine chastening, however, is a form of learning as it is administered at the hands of a loving Father.”
~ Elder Neal A. Maxwell
Why do you think it is so much easier to remember the Lord when we suffer, than when everything is going well? What can you do to remember the Lord even when times are good?
*Well when I am suffering and am in pain I want it to stop and for my life to be easy and good again. There is a saying that "There are no atheist in the trenches." Meaning when you are faced with death you start praying. I know that when my life is going super and wonderful my prayers are not as in depth. I am working on that. I need to be able to have the same relationship with Heavenly Father no matter how my life is.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Day 72
Read: Helaman 8-10
Mark: Helaman 8:4, 7-9
“How we respond to the words of a living prophet when he tells us what we need to know, but would rather not hear, is a test of our faithfulness.”
~ President Ezra Taft Benson
Even though wicked men were arguing against Nephi, some righteous people knew he was a prophet and supported him. How can you sustain our living prophet?
*Well by doing not only the big things that are asked of us, but the little things. Things we may not think are a big deal if we don't follow. In 2001 President Hinkley asked us all women of the church to wear only one set of earrings. If we had multiple holes and such we were asked to take them out and only wear one pair. At the time I worked in a place where I pierced ears and sold earrings. It was better for my work that I wear multiple pairs and have multiple piercings. From the time I was asked to take out the extra earrings, I did. It was a small thing and the Prophet didn't order us and say we would not be temple worthy if we kept them in, it was our choice. He just counseled us to wear one pair. I have no idea exactly how I have been blessed by following this council. I learned and have a testimony now that if I can do little and simple things that don't make much sense, I will do the BIG things that are asked of me when then time comes.
Mark: Helaman 8:4, 7-9
“How we respond to the words of a living prophet when he tells us what we need to know, but would rather not hear, is a test of our faithfulness.”
~ President Ezra Taft Benson
Even though wicked men were arguing against Nephi, some righteous people knew he was a prophet and supported him. How can you sustain our living prophet?
*Well by doing not only the big things that are asked of us, but the little things. Things we may not think are a big deal if we don't follow. In 2001 President Hinkley asked us all women of the church to wear only one set of earrings. If we had multiple holes and such we were asked to take them out and only wear one pair. At the time I worked in a place where I pierced ears and sold earrings. It was better for my work that I wear multiple pairs and have multiple piercings. From the time I was asked to take out the extra earrings, I did. It was a small thing and the Prophet didn't order us and say we would not be temple worthy if we kept them in, it was our choice. He just counseled us to wear one pair. I have no idea exactly how I have been blessed by following this council. I learned and have a testimony now that if I can do little and simple things that don't make much sense, I will do the BIG things that are asked of me when then time comes.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Day 71
GET BACK ON SCHEDULE
Use your reading chart to find the chapters you still need to read to be caught up through: Helaman 7 or If you’re up to date with your reading, take time to study: Helaman 5
What did Helaman name his sons? Why? Whose name have you taken upon yourself? How were the Lamanites converted through their ministry?
*As usual I am all caught up so I am using this time to study and prepare my lesson for CTR 5.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Day 70
Read: Helaman 6-7
Mark: Helaman 6:3
"Every [convert] needs three things: a friend, a responsibility, and nurturing with the ‘good word of God.’ It is our duty and opportunity to provide these things.”
~ President Gordon B. Hinckley
What kind of friend are you to converts, members who are new to your ward, or the less-active? What things do you do to nourish others with the word of the Lord?
*I learned on my mission it is much easier to keep someone active than to re-activate them. Whenever I see an investigator or learn of a new member I always introduce myself and tell them how happy I am that they are at church. I offer to sit by them and be their friend. I have an investigator in my CTR 5 class. Every week she misses I write a little letter to her letting her know I missed her and what the lesson was about and what the upcoming lesson is going to be. I work nights so my schedule doesn't really accommodate a lot of fellowship, but I do what I can. I also pray and ask that the new members/investigators and less actives will be comforted and protected. Satan does not want people to join the church or be active so any extra help they can get is needed.
Mark: Helaman 6:3
"Every [convert] needs three things: a friend, a responsibility, and nurturing with the ‘good word of God.’ It is our duty and opportunity to provide these things.”
~ President Gordon B. Hinckley
What kind of friend are you to converts, members who are new to your ward, or the less-active? What things do you do to nourish others with the word of the Lord?
*I learned on my mission it is much easier to keep someone active than to re-activate them. Whenever I see an investigator or learn of a new member I always introduce myself and tell them how happy I am that they are at church. I offer to sit by them and be their friend. I have an investigator in my CTR 5 class. Every week she misses I write a little letter to her letting her know I missed her and what the lesson was about and what the upcoming lesson is going to be. I work nights so my schedule doesn't really accommodate a lot of fellowship, but I do what I can. I also pray and ask that the new members/investigators and less actives will be comforted and protected. Satan does not want people to join the church or be active so any extra help they can get is needed.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Day 69
Read: Helaman 4-5Mark: Helaman 5:12
"We have an increasing number who have been convinced, through the Book of Mormon, that Jesus is the Christ. Now we need an increasing number who will use the Book of Mormon to become committed to Christ. We need to be convinced and committed.”
~ President Ezra Taft
What are some things you can do to build upon the sure foundation?
*It is easy to believe something and still not act upon it. It takes conviction. For years I lived my life knowing that the church was true and that the Book of Mormon is true, but I didn't always act like it or act upon it. By using the atonement in my life and searching the scriptures I have been able to not only believe as I always have, but act upon those beliefs. I don't like getting up for church. I feel ugly in most of my clothes and it's difficult for me to go, but I have a calling. I also know that I go to church to renew my covenants every week. Because I believe and am committed I go. I usually feel much better when I am there and enjoy myself.
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Monday, June 21, 2010
Day 68
Read: Helaman 1-3
Mark: Helaman 3:35
“If Satan can succeed in creating in us the pastime of arguing, quarreling, and contention, it is easier for him to bind us with heavier sins which can destroy our eternal lives.”
~ Elder Marvin J. Ashton
How can you avoid contention in your family and other relationships?
*This is a tough one. Growing up I always fought with my brother and sister. I know I was the cause of a lot of contention growing up. I don't want to be that person any longer and for the last while I have been making a conscious decision to step back when I get my feelings hurt, or if I am in a bad mood. I also ask my Heavenly Father daily to help me be kind. I have found that this does help. If I am living my life in accordance with the gospel I am usually able to keep my contentious side at bay. There are times when I am the instigator, but I am quick to apologize and correct my mistake. I believe that it is NEVER too late to start your day over.
Mark: Helaman 3:35
“If Satan can succeed in creating in us the pastime of arguing, quarreling, and contention, it is easier for him to bind us with heavier sins which can destroy our eternal lives.”
~ Elder Marvin J. Ashton
How can you avoid contention in your family and other relationships?
*This is a tough one. Growing up I always fought with my brother and sister. I know I was the cause of a lot of contention growing up. I don't want to be that person any longer and for the last while I have been making a conscious decision to step back when I get my feelings hurt, or if I am in a bad mood. I also ask my Heavenly Father daily to help me be kind. I have found that this does help. If I am living my life in accordance with the gospel I am usually able to keep my contentious side at bay. There are times when I am the instigator, but I am quick to apologize and correct my mistake. I believe that it is NEVER too late to start your day over.
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