by Ali C | Jul 15, 2008 | Finding Happiness
Often, I have quoted the Mormon Prophet Joseph Smith when he declared: “Happiness is the object and design of our existence; and will be the end thereof, if we pursue the path that leads to it; and this path is virtue, uprightness, faithfulness, holiness, and keeping...
by Barbara S | Jul 15, 2008 | Emergency Preparedness
I wanted to follow up on the “Real People Do Get Scared“ blog. In it I mentioned the oft-quoted scripture found in the Doctrine and Covenants 38:30, I tell you these things because of your prayers; wherefore, treasure up wisdom in your bosoms, lest the wickedness of...
by Candace | Jul 15, 2008 | Discipleship: Follow the Savior
Last Sunday I was privileged to hear entertainer, Merrill Osmond, give a fantastic fireside on the Refiner’s Fire and becoming that pure, refined gold the Savior wants us to be. He shared an experience with us that left a lasting impression on my mind. Merrill was...
by Candace | Jul 14, 2008 | Mormon Principles, Practices & Precepts
Summer is often the time when people tend to grow a little lax about attending Church and keeping the Sabbath Day holy. The sun is high in the sky and the beaches, lakes and rivers look incredibly inviting as the temperatures climb. The mountains, resplendent in their...
by Alison P | Jul 14, 2008 | Discipleship: Follow the Savior
Grief, pain, and suffering are a natural part of our time here on earth. Though it often seems that we would like to skip over this part of our learning process, without them we would not be able to fully experience and feel their contrasting emotions such as: peace,...