50 And I said unto them: aIf God had commanded me to do all things I could do them. If he should command me that I should say unto this water, be thou earth, it should be earth; and if I should say it, it would be done.
I know that God does provide a way for us to complete thing which we are commanded. I know that he also makes us stronger when we are having challenges. He really does provide a way for us to do things even if we didnt think we could do it in the first place. All we need to do is have faith that he will make up for our shortcomings:)
Monday, September 5, 2011
Saturday, September 3, 2011
1 Nephi 15-16
2 And it came to pass that I said unto them that I knew that I had spoken ahard things against the wicked, according to the truth; and the righteous have I justified, and testified that they should be lifted up at the last day; wherefore, the bguilty taketh the ctruth to be hard, for it dcutteth them to the very center.
I think this is so true... It really is so hard to hear that you are doing something wrong, or not doing something you should be or whatever. But i know when i am in the wrong and i am called out it is NO FUN!! I mostly call myself out which is no fun also. I think its good to consistently evaluate yourself and see if you are doing whats right. I know that i need to do this more so that i can continue to grow spiritually and get closer to my eternal goals. This is one of the reasons that i really wanted to do this blog... i evaluated my life and i was missing some things, so i decided to do something about it... SO thanks Megs!!! You are helping me grow into a better person:) Loves!!
I think this is so true... It really is so hard to hear that you are doing something wrong, or not doing something you should be or whatever. But i know when i am in the wrong and i am called out it is NO FUN!! I mostly call myself out which is no fun also. I think its good to consistently evaluate yourself and see if you are doing whats right. I know that i need to do this more so that i can continue to grow spiritually and get closer to my eternal goals. This is one of the reasons that i really wanted to do this blog... i evaluated my life and i was missing some things, so i decided to do something about it... SO thanks Megs!!! You are helping me grow into a better person:) Loves!!
1 Nephi 15-16
It sucks that right after Nephi had these awesome experiences with the angel, he goes back to the dwelling of his father to find his dumb brothers fighting! Over and over it happens! How frustrating!! And of course, Nephi already knows what's going to happen with his brothers and his people, but he takes the time to teach them and explain to them, in very simple terms, what Lehi saw and had told them. And how great Nephi must have felt to see that he had an affect on his brothers.. to see them, even temporarily humble themselves and try to live righteously.
29: ".. And thus we see that by small means the Lord can bring about great things." I love that! It is hard to remember the little things, and to notice how they help in your life when you are actually doing them. I already feel better by just reading two chapters a day with you and having some time to think about what I've read and what I can do to apply it to my life. (I know I am late in posting though). I didn't read yesterday, shame on me, but I felt it! I could tell! Thanks for helping me remember to do the easy stuff! It's so obviously important!!
29: ".. And thus we see that by small means the Lord can bring about great things." I love that! It is hard to remember the little things, and to notice how they help in your life when you are actually doing them. I already feel better by just reading two chapters a day with you and having some time to think about what I've read and what I can do to apply it to my life. (I know I am late in posting though). I didn't read yesterday, shame on me, but I felt it! I could tell! Thanks for helping me remember to do the easy stuff! It's so obviously important!!
1 Nephi 13-14
I wonder how long Nephi was with the angel? Could it have been like a minute? or a few hours? or a few days? I feel like seeing ALL the stuff going on in the world from beginning to end would take quite some time, but of course the Lord's time is not the same as our time.
I loved how when Nephi had a question, the angel would answer him directly.. Like starting in verse 21: "And the angel said unto me: Knowest thou the meaning of this book. 22. And I said unto him: I know not. 23 And he said: Behold it proceedeth out of the mouth of a Jew. And I, Nephi, beheld it..." and the angel goes on to explain what the book was and what the purpose of the book was. I just love it. And it kind of ties into the whole "Knock and it shall be opened" thing... Just ask. And with a little patience and understanding, the answer will come.
I loved how when Nephi had a question, the angel would answer him directly.. Like starting in verse 21: "And the angel said unto me: Knowest thou the meaning of this book. 22. And I said unto him: I know not. 23 And he said: Behold it proceedeth out of the mouth of a Jew. And I, Nephi, beheld it..." and the angel goes on to explain what the book was and what the purpose of the book was. I just love it. And it kind of ties into the whole "Knock and it shall be opened" thing... Just ask. And with a little patience and understanding, the answer will come.
Friday, September 2, 2011
1 Nephi 13-14
37 And ablessed are they who shall seek to bring forth my bZion at that day, for they shall have the cgift and the dpower of the Holy Ghost; and if they eendure unto the end they shall be flifted up at the last day, and shall be saved in the everlasting gkingdom of the Lamb; and whoso shall hpublish peace, yea, tidings of great joy, how beautiful upon the mountains shall they be.
I love this scripture and all other scriptures talking about enduring to the end. I really get so much strength from these. It really helps me to push on in those hard times of my life and even those times that are good. It also gives me a lot of comfort in those times I have doubts. It helps reassure me that if I continue to do my best and really endure that things will work out the way they should and are supposed to.
And yes megs it makes sense... no worries!
I love this scripture and all other scriptures talking about enduring to the end. I really get so much strength from these. It really helps me to push on in those hard times of my life and even those times that are good. It also gives me a lot of comfort in those times I have doubts. It helps reassure me that if I continue to do my best and really endure that things will work out the way they should and are supposed to.
And yes megs it makes sense... no worries!
Thursday, September 1, 2011
1 Nephi 11-12
So yeah, I was thinking that it would be pretty sweet to be caught up in the Spirit while pondering.. How do you ponder well enough to invite the Spirit to take you away? I always feel like my thoughts are so scattered ALL THE TIME to feel like I could ever be to any kind of point near that. I couldn't even imagine being worthy enough for that anyway!
As for seeing the things of the future, I'm with you there. I'm sure there were some heartbreaking things Nephi saw in his vision, but I think he saw many many beautiful things as well. He saw the world to the end... So yeah, there are some hard times, and evil, pure evil, things in this world, but if you look on the other side of things, there are some absolutely amazing things and what great things are in store for those who live worthily to see it, we can't even fathom right now.
Does this post even many any sense to you? It is late and I should have written this hours ago when I thought of it. Love you much Ash!!
As for seeing the things of the future, I'm with you there. I'm sure there were some heartbreaking things Nephi saw in his vision, but I think he saw many many beautiful things as well. He saw the world to the end... So yeah, there are some hard times, and evil, pure evil, things in this world, but if you look on the other side of things, there are some absolutely amazing things and what great things are in store for those who live worthily to see it, we can't even fathom right now.
Does this post even many any sense to you? It is late and I should have written this hours ago when I thought of it. Love you much Ash!!
1 Nephi 11-12
Wow... can you imagine being that faithful and righteous? I could never imagine just saying... O hey angel I would like to know what my father say and what it means... and how bout you can show me some other cool things too:)
You know what tho, i think a lot of what he saw was really sad and hard to see. He saw a lot of wars and wickedness. I think it would be so hard and depressing to see all that. It would almost make me feel defeated. I think this is why I would be kind of hesitant if offered the opportunity to see what he saw! It would be kind of fun to see the future of my generations tho:) I would love to see how things pan out but it would be kind of scary if it doesnt turn out so great...
I am glad I don't know it all tho, i think it makes life fun, exciting, and it keeps me on my toes:)
I do love how if we need further interpretation on certain things, the lord will provide a way for us to understand, it might be a dream, personal revelation, a conference talk, a scripture, or many other things. (sometimes its not something we need to understand at this time so we dont get that further revelation, which is ok too:) ) I am thankful for this gospel and how I am forever learning and growing!
Wow this post was all over the place... haha... Love ya:)
You know what tho, i think a lot of what he saw was really sad and hard to see. He saw a lot of wars and wickedness. I think it would be so hard and depressing to see all that. It would almost make me feel defeated. I think this is why I would be kind of hesitant if offered the opportunity to see what he saw! It would be kind of fun to see the future of my generations tho:) I would love to see how things pan out but it would be kind of scary if it doesnt turn out so great...
I am glad I don't know it all tho, i think it makes life fun, exciting, and it keeps me on my toes:)
I do love how if we need further interpretation on certain things, the lord will provide a way for us to understand, it might be a dream, personal revelation, a conference talk, a scripture, or many other things. (sometimes its not something we need to understand at this time so we dont get that further revelation, which is ok too:) ) I am thankful for this gospel and how I am forever learning and growing!
Wow this post was all over the place... haha... Love ya:)
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