RELIEF SOCIETY
AUG. 26, 2012
HOW TO OBTAIN REVELATION AND INSPIRATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL LIFE
May 2012 Ensign, by Elder Richard G. Scott
Portions of the talk are included in this weeks blog.
Why does the Lord want us to pray to Him and to ask? Because that is
how revelation is received. The Holy Ghost communicates information we
need to guide us in our mortal journey. When it is crisp and clear and
essential, it warrants the title of revelation. When it is a series of
promptings to guide us step by step to a worthy objective, for the
purpose of this message, it is inspiration.
President Spencer W. Kimball after long and continued supplication to
the Lord regarding the priesthood to all worthy men in the Church,
received a revelation that the time had arrived for all to be included.
President Joseph F. Smith said, "I believe we move and have our being
in the presence of heavenly messengers and of heavenly beings."
Relationships can be strengthened through the veil with people we know
and love. That is done by our determined effort to continually do what
is right.
One of the great lessons that each of us needs to learn is to ask.
Yielding to emotions such as anger or hurt or defensiveness will drive
away the Holy Ghost. Loud, inappropriate laughter will offend the
Spirit. Another enemy to revelation comes from exaggeration or loudness
in what is stated. Spiritual communication can be enhanced by good
health practices (exercise, adequate sleep, good eating habits). We
will live for our appointed life span. However, we can improve both the
quality of service and our well-being by making careful, appropriate
choices.
Revelation can also be given in a dream when there is an almost
imperceptible transition from sleep to wakefulness. In a dream He may
make revelation both easier to understand and more likely to touch our
hearts by teaching us through someone we love and respect. Inspiration
carefully recorded shows God that His communications are sacred to us.
Such recording of direction of the Spirit should be protected from loss
or intrusion by others. We can be taught from on high by keeping the
commandments.
One must be mentally and physically clean and have purity of intent so
that the Lord can inspire. For spirituality to grow stronger and more
available, it must be planted in a righteous environment. Humility is a
fertile soil where spirituality grows and produces inspiration to know
what to do. In the process of helping others, the Lord can piggyback
directions for our own benefit.
Two indicators that a feeling or prompting comes from God are that it
produces peace in your heart and a quiet, warm feeling. The more
closely you follow divine guidance, the greater will be your happiness
here and for eternity - moreover, the more abundant your progress and
capacity to serve. The disposition to do right brings peace of mind and
happiness. Should choices be wrong, they can be rectified through
repentance.
Communication with our Father in Heaven is not a trivial matter. It is a
sacred privilege. It is based upon eternal, unchanging principles. We
receive help from our Father in Heaven in response to our faith,
obedience, and the proper use of agency.
Monday, August 27, 2012
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Lesson Synopsis 8/19/12
RELIEF SOCIETY
August 19, 2012
Teachings of Presidents of the Church: George Albert Smith
Chapter 15, pg. 157
ADVANCING THE WORK OF THE LORD
Church membership has grown from six members to over 14 million. President George Albert Smith believed new technologies would further the Lord's work with aviation allowing travel assignments to be more easily fulfilled, and radio and television allowing a greater audience to hear God's word. Today we have satellites making dissemination of church news, messages, and conferences available worldwide. President Smith believed these inventions were blessings from the Lord if used in righteousness.
There is ample opportunity for every member to participate in the work of the Lord. It is the responsibility of each church member to promote the work of the Lord. President Smith said, "I must carry that part of the load that the Lord places upon me, and if I shirk, then I realize that I forfeit the blessing that would come to me by obedience to the commandments of our Father. It is a slothful servant who waits until he is commanded in all things." (D&C 58: 26, 27). Many who hold positions in the Church believe that once they carry out their special obligation, their work is done. We are expected to conduct ourselves each day as Latter-day Saints in the broadest meaning and act as servants of the Lord in every deed. Those who fail to keep covenants lose the Spirit of the Lord, and then begin to wonder what will become of Zion. "Whenever you are doing your full duty, you will know, as you know that you live, that it is our Father's work, and that he will bring it off triumphant."
Opposition will not stop the progress of the Church because it is the work of God, not of man. The Church has had much opposition, but it continues to gather choice spirits who have lived in such a way that they could comprehend the truth. This is God's work. Heavenly Father is ready to pour out His blessings on us today.
God adjusts conditions in the world so that His work can spread throughout the earth. the message of the latter days shall be heard. By the power of His might He will level the conditions of this world and humble the children of men until they are repentant and willing to listen to the truths that He requires us to teach in the world. Zion will rise and shine, and will become the glory of the whole earth, the Lord God of Israel has so decreed.
August 19, 2012
Teachings of Presidents of the Church: George Albert Smith
Chapter 15, pg. 157
ADVANCING THE WORK OF THE LORD
Church membership has grown from six members to over 14 million. President George Albert Smith believed new technologies would further the Lord's work with aviation allowing travel assignments to be more easily fulfilled, and radio and television allowing a greater audience to hear God's word. Today we have satellites making dissemination of church news, messages, and conferences available worldwide. President Smith believed these inventions were blessings from the Lord if used in righteousness.
There is ample opportunity for every member to participate in the work of the Lord. It is the responsibility of each church member to promote the work of the Lord. President Smith said, "I must carry that part of the load that the Lord places upon me, and if I shirk, then I realize that I forfeit the blessing that would come to me by obedience to the commandments of our Father. It is a slothful servant who waits until he is commanded in all things." (D&C 58: 26, 27). Many who hold positions in the Church believe that once they carry out their special obligation, their work is done. We are expected to conduct ourselves each day as Latter-day Saints in the broadest meaning and act as servants of the Lord in every deed. Those who fail to keep covenants lose the Spirit of the Lord, and then begin to wonder what will become of Zion. "Whenever you are doing your full duty, you will know, as you know that you live, that it is our Father's work, and that he will bring it off triumphant."
Opposition will not stop the progress of the Church because it is the work of God, not of man. The Church has had much opposition, but it continues to gather choice spirits who have lived in such a way that they could comprehend the truth. This is God's work. Heavenly Father is ready to pour out His blessings on us today.
God adjusts conditions in the world so that His work can spread throughout the earth. the message of the latter days shall be heard. By the power of His might He will level the conditions of this world and humble the children of men until they are repentant and willing to listen to the truths that He requires us to teach in the world. Zion will rise and shine, and will become the glory of the whole earth, the Lord God of Israel has so decreed.
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Pasta Sale
This weekend only (8/18/12-8/19/12) American Beauty pasta is on sale at Frys store for 39 cents/lb (package). You can also ad match this at Walmart during the same time period. Not only is this an excellent price, but it would be a great opportunity to increase your food storage.
Sister Ferguson will be getting the dry pack canner for use at her house very soon. About 3.5 pounds of pasta fits in a #10 can.
Sister Ferguson will be getting the dry pack canner for use at her house very soon. About 3.5 pounds of pasta fits in a #10 can.
Monday, August 6, 2012
Ward Temple Trips
Monthly ward temple trips have been scheduled. The majority of them will be on Saturdays. Saturday sessions will leave the Marana building at 8 AM to attend the 10:30 AM session. Brother McCook will be coordinating rides. The following is the schedule for the remainder of 2012.
September 8, 2012
October 19, 2012-Friday-Stake Temple Day
October 20, 2012
November 10, 2012
December 1, 2012
West Stake temple recommend interview schedule: Fast Sundays 12-1 PM @ the Stake Center and Marana Building; 3rd Wednesdays, 7-8 PM @ Marana Building; 4th Wednesdays, 7-8 PM @ the Stake Center.
September 8, 2012
October 19, 2012-Friday-Stake Temple Day
October 20, 2012
November 10, 2012
December 1, 2012
West Stake temple recommend interview schedule: Fast Sundays 12-1 PM @ the Stake Center and Marana Building; 3rd Wednesdays, 7-8 PM @ Marana Building; 4th Wednesdays, 7-8 PM @ the Stake Center.
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Letters Needed
Helen Murphy is in a nursing home and would love to receive cards or letters. Her address is:
Helen Murphy
6402 N Treasure Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
Helen Murphy
6402 N Treasure Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
Babysitter Needed
A sister in the ward is looking for a babysitter on a full time basis. She has a baby and a school age child. She would prefer someone in the Gladden Farms area. Please contact Sister White if you or someone you know would be interested in this job.
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