When people ask me why I am choosing to serve a full-time mission... my response will always be simply put, because of joy. With all the peace and happiness the gospel brings me, how could I not share? ✨ #D&C18:15-16 #9months
“God will not act to make us something we do not choose by our actions to become. Truly He loves us, and because He loves us, He neither compels nor abandons us. Rather He helps and guides us. Indeed, the real manifestation of God’s love is His commandments.” @ChristoffDTodd
The more we are filled with God’s light, the more our hearts are filled with love—for Him and for those around us—the stronger we grow in spirit and in truth; the healthier we are spiritually.
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I believe in a God who doesn't get mad at you for your problems.
He's not even standing above you reaching down to help you up.
If you follow Him, he's down in the pit of the problem with you, suffering with you, putting His arm around you.
That's what the Atonement is.
The Lord’s tender mercies do not occur randomly or merely by coincidence. Faithfulness, obedience, and humility invite tender mercies into our lives, and it is often the Lord’s timing that enables us to recognize and treasure these important blessings.
When you are experiencing personal trials, take a moment to be quiet and pray, and specifically ask Heavenly Father what lesson you are going to learn from this experience. Sometimes your tests teach you that you are much more than you thought.
We live in a world where everyone is competing. I refuse to do it. I wish you more success than you could ever imagine & more happiness than your soul can handle. I will celebrate your achievements.
What do I get in return? The joy of seeing my friend win.
Z Clark-Coates
Our faith in Jesus Christ inspires and guides all that the Church and its members do. It is the fire that burns within us and the light that guides our path as we love, lift, and help others.
“By His perfect life, He taught us that when we choose to do the will of our Heavenly Father, our agency is preserved, our opportunities increase, and we progress.” -Robert D. Hales
“For you, my dear friends, the sky is the limit. You can be excellent in every way. You can be first class. Respect yourself. Do not feel sorry for yourself. Do not dwell on unkind things others may say about you.” -Gordon B. Hinckley