Conference weekend has brought such joy in my life. It has reconfirmed my faith in my Heavenly Father and his plan for me. I still wonder why I received the answer that I did to keep Jacee as I listened to Elder Oak's talk about the Proclamation to the Family. Jacee had the right to be born inside the bonds of matrimony. I was judged harshly for not giving her this gift. To this day, I don't know why I received the answer to keep her. I know that she is a precious gift from my Heavenly Father and I know without a doubt we are where we are supposed to be.
1. I am grateful for personal revelation! We don't have to take a General Authorities word; we have the right to get down on our knees and ask if his/her words are correct. I love this! It helps us to know the will of the Father. It is important for us to be able to receive revelation from our Heavenly Father.
2. I am grateful to know that there is a Prophet on the Earth today that receives guidance from our Savior Jesus Christ. He guides and directs his church. He will not let anyone lead us astray.
3. I am grateful for the Book of Mormon. I know that by reading this book each and every day we can come closer to our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. We will develop a Christ like love. This Book has a spirit like no other book on earth. It is the divine doctrine of Jesus Christ.
4. I am grateful for the opportunity that I had to take Jacee & Aiden to the Phoenix Zoo. We had a great time looking at the animals. I think they loved playing in the splash pad and riding the carousel the most. I need to do more with them. They need to know how special they are and how important they are in my life. I love being a mom and an aunt.
5. I am grateful for my nephew, William Patrick Scott. His birthday was this past week. He turned 13 years old. I can't believe how time flies. I wish we lived a little closer to be able to go watch him play football. He is an awesome example to his brothers, sister and cousins.
6. I am grateful for the community that I live in. A little girl went missing on Friday and our community rallied together to pass out flyers, share facebook messages and even roam the streets to look for her. We didn't question if the police were doing enough; we all had a common goal and that was to bring the girl home safely. This happened! Our prayers were answered.
7. I am grateful for the opportunity to teach others about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I love my Primary Class. However, I need to become better in many ways. I need to become a better witness and live his Gospel to the fullest. I need to be kinder, happier and full of love for my fellow men.
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Seven On Sunday
This week has been a challenging week as I have started a new position with the Florence Unified School District as a 3rd Grade teacher at Florence K-8. This means new routines for Jacee. Change has been hard for her this year; as we have changed schools, wards, houses and locations. She misses Lakeside and our old ward. She asks quite often if we can go back. I'm in the middle of deciding on what to do; do I leave Jacee @ Keller or do I move us both to Florence? We have a lot of challenges our way on deciding what to do....
1. I am grateful for a Heavenly Father who hears and answers our prayers. Only through personal revelation can we navigate through the mist of darkness and overcome our trials. We need to have faith in the Lord and his plan for us. #bearighteouswomanoffaith
2. I am grateful for General Conference and the messages that our General Authorities have for us. We missed President Thomas S. Monson at the Women's Session. I hope we get to see him next week. I look forward to this weekend every six months. We need a spiritual recharge to help us grow and become the person we need to be.
3. I am grateful for the scriptures. Every time I read the scriptures I learn something new. It is important for us to read them daily as now the Prophet, many Stake Presidents, and Bishops have asked us to do so.
4. I am grateful for a Bishop who has been patient and understanding with me. I have had some great talks and been inspired to become better. I have set goals and look forward to next month. I am excited to continue to grow and learn in the gospel. We always need someone to help us to stay focus on what is important.
5. I am grateful for the opportunity to teach primary. Today, I taught about the Thirteen Articles of Faith. It is important for us to memorize these as they are a basis for a testimony and an easy way to explain the gospel to others. I love my class!
6. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn the primary songs for the Primary Program. I have come to love a few of the songs. I love that Jacee has learned to love these songs too. We listen to a different one each night of the week.
7. I am grateful for this great Nation that we live in and for the Religious Freedom that we have. We are able to congregate together and worship as we please. I wish more people would understand what Freedoms we really do have. I have lived in a country where the government or another religion dictates how you should worship, when and where to work, what you should study and become. In the United States of America, we are able to freely choose each and everyone of these things. #GodBlesstheUnitedStates
1. I am grateful for a Heavenly Father who hears and answers our prayers. Only through personal revelation can we navigate through the mist of darkness and overcome our trials. We need to have faith in the Lord and his plan for us. #bearighteouswomanoffaith
2. I am grateful for General Conference and the messages that our General Authorities have for us. We missed President Thomas S. Monson at the Women's Session. I hope we get to see him next week. I look forward to this weekend every six months. We need a spiritual recharge to help us grow and become the person we need to be.
3. I am grateful for the scriptures. Every time I read the scriptures I learn something new. It is important for us to read them daily as now the Prophet, many Stake Presidents, and Bishops have asked us to do so.
4. I am grateful for a Bishop who has been patient and understanding with me. I have had some great talks and been inspired to become better. I have set goals and look forward to next month. I am excited to continue to grow and learn in the gospel. We always need someone to help us to stay focus on what is important.
5. I am grateful for the opportunity to teach primary. Today, I taught about the Thirteen Articles of Faith. It is important for us to memorize these as they are a basis for a testimony and an easy way to explain the gospel to others. I love my class!
6. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn the primary songs for the Primary Program. I have come to love a few of the songs. I love that Jacee has learned to love these songs too. We listen to a different one each night of the week.
7. I am grateful for this great Nation that we live in and for the Religious Freedom that we have. We are able to congregate together and worship as we please. I wish more people would understand what Freedoms we really do have. I have lived in a country where the government or another religion dictates how you should worship, when and where to work, what you should study and become. In the United States of America, we are able to freely choose each and everyone of these things. #GodBlesstheUnitedStates
Sunday, September 17, 2017
Seven On Sunday
I wish I would have continued my blog during the last two years because I have grown so much in the Gospel and building my testimony and love for my Savior, Jesus Christ.
1. I am grateful for Firesides for Mid-single Adults. The last two firesides I have attended have hit home for me. They have strengthened my testimony of Jesus Christ and the divinity of the Scriptures. I have learned that without either one of these, we will falter and be deceived through the whirlwinds of the world...
2. I am grateful for the Atonement in my life; without it, I wouldn't be where I am today. I know without a doubt that my Heavenly Father and Savior, Jesus Christ, love me and know who I am and what I need. They know me very personally and I love them with all of my heart.
3. I am grateful for the opportunity Jacee has to go to school with a teacher that loves her. Mrs. Christopher is one of the best. Jacee loves school and looks forward to going each and every day.
4. I am grateful for Jacee's primary teachers, Sister Craig & Sister Albright. Jacee loves them so very much. She looks forward to going each and every Sunday.
5. I am grateful to be teaching in primary. I love the Primary Songs that we are singing this year for the primary program. I love teaching about the gospel and especially, about the blessings of the temple. We have been talking about the ordinances that take place in the temple.
6. I am grateful for Eternal Families. I have been following the story about the Abplanalp Family. Their daughter Evie Clair is about to perform in the finals on America's Got Talent. They recently lost their father, Amos, to cancer. This story has been heartbreaking and faith building as they have trusted in the Lord the entire way.
7. I am grateful for the opportunity to teach 3rd grade at Florence Elementary. I start this week. I know without a doubt my Heavenly Father has been watching over me and knows me very personally. As I have interviewed for this position and worked with the Lead Teacher; everything felt very natural. It has been easy to talk to the Principal and I'm looking forward to meeting my class this week.
1. I am grateful for Firesides for Mid-single Adults. The last two firesides I have attended have hit home for me. They have strengthened my testimony of Jesus Christ and the divinity of the Scriptures. I have learned that without either one of these, we will falter and be deceived through the whirlwinds of the world...
2. I am grateful for the Atonement in my life; without it, I wouldn't be where I am today. I know without a doubt that my Heavenly Father and Savior, Jesus Christ, love me and know who I am and what I need. They know me very personally and I love them with all of my heart.
3. I am grateful for the opportunity Jacee has to go to school with a teacher that loves her. Mrs. Christopher is one of the best. Jacee loves school and looks forward to going each and every day.
4. I am grateful for Jacee's primary teachers, Sister Craig & Sister Albright. Jacee loves them so very much. She looks forward to going each and every Sunday.
5. I am grateful to be teaching in primary. I love the Primary Songs that we are singing this year for the primary program. I love teaching about the gospel and especially, about the blessings of the temple. We have been talking about the ordinances that take place in the temple.
6. I am grateful for Eternal Families. I have been following the story about the Abplanalp Family. Their daughter Evie Clair is about to perform in the finals on America's Got Talent. They recently lost their father, Amos, to cancer. This story has been heartbreaking and faith building as they have trusted in the Lord the entire way.
7. I am grateful for the opportunity to teach 3rd grade at Florence Elementary. I start this week. I know without a doubt my Heavenly Father has been watching over me and knows me very personally. As I have interviewed for this position and worked with the Lead Teacher; everything felt very natural. It has been easy to talk to the Principal and I'm looking forward to meeting my class this week.
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