Lesson Synopsis of 6/10/12

RELIEF SOCIETY
JUNE 10, 2010

Chapter 10, Teachings of the Presidents of the Church, President George Albert Smith

THE SCRIPTURES, THE MOST VALUABLE LIBRARY IN THE WORLD

President Smith recalled how early in his life a specific scripture made an impact that endured throughout his life.  He hoped others would also have scriptures that were joyful, filled with purpose and meaning, and bring them comfort.  Realizing the importance of studying the scriptures, he wanted to impress on the saints the need for daily scripture study in order to have those meaningful experiences and to build their testimonies.  The scriptures let us know that Heavenly Father is aware of us as individuals.  He knows our struggles.

"The truths contained in the scriptures are far more valuable than the philosophies of men."  President Smith acknowledged the great libraries of the world contained millions of volumes - "and yet, all that God has revealed and published to the children of men that is necessary to prepare them for a place in the celestial kingdom is contained within the covers of these (holy scriptures) sacred books."  He counseled that all of the philosophies of men throughout the ages do not contain the wisdom of the scriptures.  The scriptures contain the wisdom of prophets.

The scriptures were given to us to help us overcome trials and help us prepare for exaltation and the celestial kingdom.  We have been given instruction to help us "adjust our lives and to prepare ourselves that no matter what may transpire we will be on the Lord's side of the line."  "Our Heavenly Father, through His faithful representatives, has told us of the important things that should occur and we can read about them in His holy scriptures.  If we really desire to be saved and exalted in His celestial kingdom He has told us how to proceed."

Faith in our families can be increased by reading the scriptures together.  President Smith stated, "I admonish you, O Israel, search the scriptures; read them in your homes; teach your families what the Lord has said, and let us spend less of our time reading the unimportant and often harmful literature of the day, and go to the fountain of truth and read the word of the Lord."  Read the scriptures; learn from them, and live their teachings.

Relief Society Sister's June Birthdays

2  Robyn Nogales

5  Victoria Payne

6  Siena Quijada

7  Connie McDougal

7  Larisa Whitton

10 Leah Call

11 Christina Beach

11 Lori Laking

12 Jessi Erikson

16 Amy Lamoreaux

17 Laura Perry

18 Judith Chiaffino

18 Kyra Leeson

20 Toni Weiss

23 Roni White

24 Amanda Lindstrom

27 Valerie Reeves

27 Diana Watkins

28 Lori Galbrecht

28 Sherri Wilson

30 Pam Smith

Happy Birthday Sisters!

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Lesson Synopsis of 6/3/12

June 3, 2012

LOVE AND APPRECIATION FOR THE TEMPLE

Our presence in the temple gives us a feeling of peace.  Those who have attended the temple, or plan to attend, may often have one that is considered as "their" temple.  Experiences surrounding one may cause us to believe it is special thus giving a feeling that a particular temple is where we want to be sealed for time and eternity.

Every temple is special because the Holy Ghost is present within.  They are beautiful.  The Mesa Temple was dedicated in 1927.  It is rumored that when renovations were later planned it was learned a place for an elevator was already present.  That knowledge was not previously known and it was a great relief to those whose task was to install one.

Temple ordinances and sealings are the reason for the church and the foundation of the eternal family.  In the October 1984 general conference, President Howard W. Hunter gave an inspired talk on temple attendance and worthiness.  We need to make temple attendance a priority in our lives.  We need to be a temple attending people.