Mosiah 14:5 (Isaiah 53:5) But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Normally, I share scripture verses here. Today, I share a few lines of poetry by Minnie Louise Haskins that feel scriptural, as well as a supporting Bible verse.
"And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year, 'Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown.' And he replied: 'Go out into the darkness and put your hand into the hand of God. That shall be to you better than light and safer than a known way.'"
Mark 11:22 And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God.
Matthew 28:5-6 And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for he is risen, as he said.
Congratulations @AJ_Dybantsa on being named AP First Team All-American! I’m very happy for you and your family! Wishing you and your teammates and coaches much success in the tournament! Go Cougs!
Matthew 6:3-4 But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth: That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly.
In honor of Jimmer Fredette, I wanted to share again a favorite Jimmer memory - below. I send my respect and admiration for all your successes on and off the court. Love to you and Whitney.
My favorite Jimmer memory was when he led BYU to victory over the then-undefeated San Diego State Aztecs – January 26, 2011. Jimmer was amazing that game (that seemed to be true of Jimmer every game)! He scored 43 points against a terrific defense directed by Kawhi Leonard.
That game was one of the most fun I ever experienced in the Marriott Center. After the game, the students rushed the court. It was a wonderful and celebratory atmosphere! Thanks to you, Jimmer, and your fantastic teammates for that sweet memory that I was able to share with my wife and kids and 20,000+ faithful Cougar fans in the Marriott Center that day 14 years ago!
Wishing Jimmer and his family all the best!
3 Nephi 11:30 Behold, this is not my doctrine, to stir up the hearts of men with anger, one against another; but this is my doctrine, that such things should be done away.
Doctrine and Covenants 109:8
Organize yourselves; prepare every needful thing, and establish a house, even a house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of faith, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God.
John 13:34 . . . Love one another; as I have loved you . . . .
Thank you, President Holland for loving us as Christ would. We felt your love through your words and your deeds. We love you, dear friend and teacher.
Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Wonderful lives! Merry Christmas!
Doctrine and Covenants 50:24 That which is of God is light; and he that receiveth light, and continueth in God, receiveth more light; and that light groweth brighter and brighter until the perfect day.