Our Trials

Something that I have been thinking about recently is why we have to go through trials. I came across this scripture which I thought answered it very well. This scripture is found in Romans Chapter 5 Verses 3-5 which says:

"(3) And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;

(4) And patience, experience; and experience, hope: 

(5) And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us."

(Mormon Channel of no trial is ever wasted)

Whenever we have these trials it's for our own benefit we gain so much from the many experiences we have in our life. I can feel God's love for me through my trials as I rely on the Holy Ghost for comfort and guidance. I know I must be patient and I know that I'm going to go through my own hard times, but I know that I'm being taken care of and God loves me very much and makes that known unto me. I have felt this when my grandfather had passed away, I was very sad and with the Holy Ghost I was able to push forward as I felt God's love for me. The Holy Ghost also comforted me by reminding me that I will see him again after this life. Having this great blessing has helped me much in my life and brings me much hope reading this and I know that even when things are bad, these experiences are for my good to help me grow. 

Can you feel God's love for you, through your experiences in life?

Good Samaritan

I've been reading in the Bible recently in the New Testament, I came across this parable which is very well known and one of my personal favorites. Today I wanted to do a post on the Good Samaritan. Found in St.Luke Chapter 10 verses 30-35

30 And Jesus answering said, a certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead.

31 And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.

32 And likewise a Levite, when he was at the place, came and looked on him, and passed by on the other side.

33 But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him,

34 And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.

35 And on the morrow when he departed, he took out two pence, and gave them to the host, and said unto him, take care of him; and whatsoever thou spendest more, when I come again, I will repay thee.

I think this parable teaches us that no matter who we are or where we come from, we should treat all of our neighbors our very best. The Samaritan who didn't even know this complete stranger had done his very thing, this "certain man" who fell among thieves would have surly died if the Samaritan had not helped him. The Samaritan had bound the man's wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and took him to a place he knew that the man could recover in. This act from the Samaritan shows the love he has for his neighbors even though he didn't know them. He had given his very best to help him when someone needed his help.
Here is a video link to this parable I really like this video:


http://www.mormonchannel.org/bible-videos?v=1452683665001

How can we like the Good Samaritan help our Neighbors (those around us)? It may not be a life of death situation like in the parable, but there is something that each of us can do for someone else. How will you help your Neighbors?

Where can I turn?

I know it has been awhile since my last post, I've been thinking of what I should use next for a good scripture that stood out to me. As I was looking through the scriptures for some guidance, on a good scripture I found this one that stood out to me. It's in 2 Timothy Chapter 3 verses 16-17 which reads:

16. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
17. That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. 

I find this very true at times that when I'm lost or confused and would like an answer I seek guidance in the scriptures because as it says they are for correction, for instruction for righteousness. Just like the picture above I find that when I seek God's guidance through the scripture they seem to be the best choices I've made have come through the scriptures. When we head to the teachings of God's prophets in the scriptures and the modern day prophets we can be guided to what the best choice for us, no matter what we are going through.

Have you had a chance to seek guidance through the scriptures and had an answer come? What do you think about this scripture? If you have comments, questions, anything you would like to suggest please feel free to comment.

What are we Worth?

So this week while I was looking back in my journal I came across one of my rough days sense being in England. That day we have not had much success in finding someone to teach about the Book of Mormon, it was wet and it was rainy and  we have had some crude words said to us, life just seemed really down. I remember getting back home after this long day and I opened my scriptures randomly and just out of pure luck and I read this scripture in D&C (Doctrine & Covenants) Section 18 verse 10 which says:

"Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God"

Such a short and simple verse that I had read made my day, because I know that I'm a child of God and I know that God is proud of me in what I'm doing and he loves me very much as he loves all his children. Now every time I read this scripture it brings me joy no matter how my day has gone. I know that  no matter how anyone else says about me I know I'm worth so much to God.

How does this scripture make you feel? What comes to your mind when you read this scripture? Please Comment and share this with those you think who could use this message.

How Firm a Foundation!

This week I decided to ask someone for a scripture they like, and I have to say this is one of my favorites. This week's Scripture is in the Book of Mormon in the Book of Helaman chapter 5 verse 12 which says:

" And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, that ye must build your foundation; that when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless woe, because of the rock upon which ye are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall."

When I read this scripture I think of our relationship with the Lord. Our foundation grows deeper and stronger when we read his teachings in the scriptures and pray. Satan tries with his mighty winds and whirlwinds which could be trials, opposition, illnesses, and even temptations. Satan wants us to be miserable and will do anything he can to make that happen. This scripture actually brings a hymn into my mind, "How Firm a Foundation". I love the third verse which says "Fear not, I am with thee; oh, be not dismayed, For I am they God and will still give thee aid. I'll strength thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand, upheld by my righteous, upheld by my righteous,  upheld by my righteous, omnipotent hand." I know as I continue to build my relationship with Christ I will stand strong on his Foundation. As we stand on the Foundation of the Lord we can go through all things that Satan throws at us and stay strong in adversity.

What do you think when you read this scripture? How do you think you can build your Foundation with Christ stronger this week? If you have any comments feel free to post it on the Bottom of the page or on my Facebook page. I would also like to attach a link to the Song "How Firm a Foundation" so everyone will have an opportunity to hear for themselves the words of this beautiful song. Here is a link on the bottom of the page:

http://www.lds.org/music/library/search?lang=eng&query=Ellis,%20J.

Look not behind thee

This last week I've been thinking about our Savior Jesus Christ and all that he has done for us. One of the things that stands out to me about Christ is how he forgives everyone when they try their best to change for the better. Everyone will make mistakes at some point in their life. We can be forgiven by Christ when we change for what is right.

When I think of Repentance, the story of the woman taken in adultery come to my mind, in St. John Chapter 8 Verse's 10-11. Which says:

" 10. When Jesus had lifted up himself, and saw none but the woman, he said unto her, Woman, where are those thine accusers? hath no man condemned thee?
  11. she said, no man, Lord. And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more."

I think of the mistakes I have made, and the promise that Jesus had made to each of us. He asks of us to turn away from the sins we have committed, which means to stop whatever sin we have done and to not repeat those mistakes again. (Like the picture above "Look not behind thee"). Doing this shows our Heavenly Father that we are sorry for what we have done. If we do this he will forget the mistakes we have made. If we follow Christ and his perfect example we can grow closer to him and our Heavenly Father.

What does this passage of scripture mean to you? How do you think you can improve and change something to bring yourself closer to God and Jesus Christ? Please feel free to comment on what you think about this scripture or thoughts you have on this blog?

Our Kind of Service

I was thinking about what I was going to do for this weeks Blog scripture and I came across a picture that I really liked. So the topic of the day is Service, the Scripture that I thought to use was one from my favorite chapter in the Book of Mormon in the Book of Mosiah chapter 2 verse 17 which reads:

"And behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God."

Reading this scripture and looking at this picture has really made me think of what kind of service we all can do, each of us are unique and in someway. I like how this scripture says that it is the purpose of wisdom that we are learning these things from the scripture and I believe that it is right, as this verse says that if we do service for others its as if we were doing it to God. I know that every time I help someone I always feel good from helping others with things. A Talent that I can think that I have been blessed with is to be able to play the flute I have found that playing music for others has helped some feel at peace and comfort when they hear me play. I find that this talent has been a blessing to me and those around me and I'm happy when I can do service for them.

This is what I think about this scripture, what do you think about it? If you haven't thought of it before what kind of Talent do you have and have you used it to serve someone? Comment below or comment on my Facebook say what you think. If you have a scripture you would like me to talk about please let me know. Thanks for taking the time to read my Blog!

Trial of Faith

This week I have another scripture that I have had someone from my ward pick a scripture he liked and he picked a really good scripture (in my opinion) in Ether chapter 12 verse 6 which says:

"And now, I, Moroni, would speak somewhat concerning these things; I would show unto the world that faith is things which are hoped for and not seen; wherefore, dispute not because ye see not, for ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith."

I really like this verse, because this talks about faith how it is like a test, even though we cannot see the test happening will know how our faith is after the test has happened. When Christ had performed many of the miracles in his life many times he has said "let it be according to thy faith." those miracles were able to happen because of that. We don't have to see things in order for us to know they are true. Having a fair in God and Jesus Christ has helped me in my life and brought comfort, peace, and love. Faith can be a trial, but once we get over the trial we become stronger.
This is what I think about the scripture now what do you think? Please feel free put what you think on here or on Facebook. What does Faith mean to you?

Mustard Seed

I've been reading alot recently in the New Testament, I've come across a scripture I really like. It's in the Book of St Matthew chapter 17 verse 20. Which says:

"And Jesus said unto them, because of your unbelief:for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you."

What I think about this scripture is that nothing is imposible when we put our minds to anything as long as we believe we can do it. As long as I believe I know that God can make miricles happen like moving mountains.

This is what I think please put your comments on what you think about this scripture. Thanks for the support!

My First Blog

Well this is my first Blog that I will be doing. While thinking about this blog, a scripture came into my mind in 1 Nephi Chapter 19 Verse 23 which says:

"And I did read many things unto them which were written in the books of Moses; but that I might more fully persuade them to believe in the Lord their  Redeemer I did read unto them that which was written by the prophet Isaiah; for I did liken all scriptures unto us, that it might be for our profit and learning."

So what I wanted to do on here is share  to share many things on this blog and share how I feel about it and how it apply's to me. I ask that everyone else also try and "liken all scriptures unto us", when we do this we see how they are relevant to us.