Friday, April 28, 2017

London, England

12th operating temple

Mosiah 18:31-35

* How was Alma apprised of the danger his people faced? (See Mosiah 23:1).

* The Lord can warn the righteous when they are in danger.

Elder Neil L. Andersen tells this story: "Working as a special agent for the FBI, my friend investigated organized crime groups transporting illegal drugs into the United States.  On one occasion, he and another agent approached an apartment where they believed a known drug dealer was distributing cocaine.  My friend describes what happened: 'We knocked on the door of the drug dealer.  The suspect opened the door, and upon seeing us, tried to block our view.  But it was too late; we could see the cocaine on his table.  A man and a woman who were at the table immediately began removing the cocaine  We had to prevent them from destroying the evidence, so I quickly pushed the drug suspect who was blocking the door to the side.  As I pushed him, my eyes met his.  Strangely, he did not appear angry or afraid.  He was smiling at me. His eyes and disarming smile gave me the impression that he was harmless, so I quickly left him and started to move toward the table.  The suspect was now behind me.  At that instant, I had the distinct, powerful impression come into my mind: "Beware of the evil behind the smiling eyes." I immediately turned back toward the suspect.  His hand was in his large front pocket.  Only then did I see, clutched in his hand, the semiautomatic pistol ready to fire.  A flurry of activity followed, and I disarmed the man.'...

"The Holy Ghost warned my friend of physical danger; the Holy Ghost will also warn you of spiritual danger" ("Beware of the Evil Behind the Smiling Eyes," Ensign, May 2005, 46-47).

3 Nephi 14-15

14 Jesus commands: Judge not; ask of God; beware of false prophets - He promises salvation to those who do the will of the Father - Compare Matthew 7. About A.D. 34.
15 Jesus announces that the law of Moses is fulfilled in Him - The Nephites are the other sheep of whom He spoke in Jerusalem - Because of iniquity, the Lord's people in Jerusalem do not know of the scattered sheep of Israel.
DC 63:37-48
The Saints are to gather to Zion and provide moneys to build it up; 
What verses stood out to me today?
- 37 Righteousness, faithfulness, warning voice; 41 Joseph Smith discerns by the Spirit those to go to Zion; 43 Impart money to the cause of Zion; 44 Do according to wisdom; 47 He that is faithful and endureth shall overcome the world; 48 Obedience brings earthly and heavenly rewards.
General Conference

How Does the Holy Ghost Help You?

Elder Gary E. Stevenson

"The Holy Ghost warns, the Holy Ghost comforts, and 

the Holy Ghost testifies."

A herd of antelope just passed through our backyard.  I wish they would have stayed longer.  I love antelope!  

My friend Pam went to the valley to have surgery today.  She had to come home in a snowstorm.  Yes, a snowstorm. 

The moisture this morning was coming down in the form of little white pebbles but was melting as soon as it hit the ground.  This storm came later on this evening after James got home at 4:15.  He brought me a green chili burro from Burger House.  He saw Bishop Hall there too.  

President Shumway sent me a text today: 

"Good morning Sister Lambson.  I was able to reach the Giles's.  We have an appointment set up for tomorrow morning.  Just wanted to say thank you again for your help in making that happen.  I have felt how pleased the Lord is with you and your faithfulness pertaining to this family and really to all of your covenants.  I feel it a great blessing to work with you and to know of the depth of your commitment to the Lord."

This guy from Antarctica probably would have 

been right at home in Vernon today.

James and I watched another episode of McBride this evening.  This one was called, McBride:Requiem.  We enjoyed it.

Fun Photos:

Sedona

Max

Evan

Back to school last August

Hard workin' husband

Backyard

I love where I live!

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Logan, Utah

2nd operating temple

Mosiah 18:17-30

Alma establishes the Church of Jesus Christ among the people.

President Henry B. Eyring said: "From the day of baptism through the spiritual milestones of our lives, we make promises with God and He makes promises with us.  He always keeps His promises offered through His authorized servants, but it is the crucial test of our lives to see if we will make and keep our covenants with Him."

* How does your baptismal covenant influence the way you live each day?

Talk: "The Covenant of Baptism"

By: Elder Robert D. Hales

Oct. 2000 General Conference

3 Nephi 13

Jesus teaches the Nephites the Lord's Prayer - They are to lay up treasures in heaven - The twelve disciples in their ministry are commanded to take no thought for temporal things - Compare Matthew 6. About A.D. 34.

DC 63:24-36

Inheritances in Zion are to be purchased; The Lord decrees wars, and the wicked slay the wicked;

How is baptism a point of spiritual departure in our journey?

General Conference

Then Jesus Beholding Him, Loved Him

Elder S. Mark Palmer

"Anytime you feel you are being asked to do something hard, think of the Lord beholding you, loving you, and

inviting you to follow Him."

I loved listening to Elder Palmer's conference  talk this morning, and not just because he has such a great accent.  It was all about loving as the Savior loves.  Here are some of the things that I wrote in my study journal: 

"How can I be filled with Christlike love so others around me can feel it?"

"Because I love you I care what you become."

"See others as the Lord sees the and love them as He loves them."

"Hearts will not change when love is not present."

"Never withdraw love."

"Be humble, repent, sacrifice, and love to receive forgiveness and peace."

"Whom the Lord loveth He chasteneth."

Big Lake

I also listened to a talk given by Elder Robert D. Hales in the October 2000 general conference on "The Covenant of Baptism."

Here are some notes from that talk:

"Pain is a purifier."

"Peace be unto thy soul."

"Teach and live, Thy will be done."

Elder Hales had a visitation of Heavenly Hosts during a recent illness.

"The importance of the Lord's timetable and enduring to the end."

"We need to be in the world but not of the world."

"Heed the Savior's admonition, follow thou me."

"We humble ourselves with a broken heart and a contrite spirit."

"We commit to always Remember Him."

"When we are baptized we are changed forever."

National Geographic post

Kacey had her custody court date regarding Tanner today.  I got a text from Jared on my way to town and this is what he said:

"Short story of what happened.  We came to a short term

temporary agreement out of court.  Tanner will stay with us until the end of the school year.  During the first two months of summer

we get the kids for 4 weeks and their dad gets them for 4 weeks.

Starting in August Tanner will go with his dad and summer with us with each kid going to the other parent one weekend a month.

There is a clause in the agreement that says dad's girlfriend

can't stay overnight when the kids are there.  If he violates

this that makes it much more likely that long term we can

keep Tanner.  This agreement was recommended by

our attorney and after looking at all the facts we feel good about it.

So Tanner is coming home with us for now."

James had a three hour doctor's appointment today.  They did all kinds of tests and gave him a breathing treatment.  I worry that he has been coughing up blood and having a hard time breathing.

I watched another John Larroquette movie today, this one was called, "Wedding Daze."  It is about a dad who has a triple wedding for his three daughters.  It was older, 2004, but I liked it.

I miss James, especially when it is time to go to bed.

Fun Photos:

Kelly, a young woman in our ward,

breaking her high jump record.

9.9 inches.  Go Kelly!

Sweet Addy

Mayfield's and Covert's at the

Snowflake temple.  The Covert's 

moved to Alpine.

Storm coming

2011

Look how cute they are!

Kid House

Michael and Alexis

Michael says: "My computer is bigger

than yours."

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Lisbon, Portugal

to be completed mid-late 2019

Mosiah 18:1-16

We receive the Spirit of the Lord and the promise of eternal life by making and keeping the covenant of baptism.  

* Make a list on one side of a sheet of paper the covenants you made at baptism  One the other side of the paper make a list of what God promises to us.

* Review this list each week before taking the sacrament to see how you are doing.

3 Nephi 12

Jesus calls and commissions the twelve disciples - He delivers to the Nephites a discourse similar to the Sermon on the Mount - He speaks the Beatitudes - His teachings transcend and take precedence over the law of Moses - Men are commanded to be perfect even as He and His Father are perfect - Compare Matthew 5.

DC 63:13-23

The adulterous in heart will deny the faith and be cast into the lake of fire; The faithful will receive an inheritance upon the transfigured earth; A full account of the events on the Mount of Transfiguration has not yet been revealed;

What promise do we receive if we keep the commandments.

We will know of the mysteries of the kingdom and receive eternal life.

General Conference

To the Friends and Investigators of the Church

Elder Joaquin E. Costa

" If you pay the price of revelation, humble yourself, 

read, pray, and repent, the heavens will open and you will

know that Jesus is the Christ."

I love President Monson

James left this morning around 5:30 a.m. and asked me to call in his Burger House order at 7:15 because he can't talk above a whisper.  I am home alone, again.  

After my gospel study I watched one of my favorite Hallmark movies, "Country Wedding," starring Autumn Reeser and Jesse Metcalf.

Such a cute couple and a great movie!

A barn wedding

Jared texted me and asked me to put some names on the temple prayer roll because he and Kacey are traveling to Longview for the court date for Tanner to decide who is going to have custody.  I put the judges, the attorney's name, and Kacey and Tanner's name on the prayer roll. I also texted Jared's siblings and their spouses and ask for their prayers in Jared and Kacey's behalf regarding Tanner and Emmy who does not want to come and stay with Jared this weekend because she will miss a Sunday shopping party at the mall.

I got a call from our stake president today.  I thought maybe he was going to ask me to speak in stake conference but thank goodness he didn't.  He just wanted my friend Pam's phone number.  He wants to take Elder Southward to visit them on Saturday morning.

I paid bills today and made a couple of blog entries.  I also made some cinnamon rolls that were in the freezer.  That may have been a mistake since I am the only one here to eat them.

Fun Photos:

Beautiful Arizona

Sheri and some Chandler friends:

Christy, Drea, Adrienne

Joshua is proud of his block creation

and the trophy in his hand which is 

probably for the Pinewood Derby.

Tuesday, April 25, 2017

Lima, Peru

38th operating temple

Mosiah 17

Alma believes Abinadi and is cast out; Abinadi is burned.

* What lessons can we learn from Abinadi's example?

President Gordon B. Hinckley: "Be strong - in standing for the right.  We live in an age of compromise...In situations with which we are daily confronted, we know what is right....We must cultivate the strength to follow our convictions.

3 Nephi 11

Jesus Christ did show himself unto the people of Nephi, as the multitude were gathered together in the land Bountiful, and did minister unto them; and on this wise did he show himself unto them.

The Father testifies of His Beloved Son - Christ appears and proclaims His Atonement - The people feel the wound marks in His hands and feet and side - They cry Hosanna - He sets forth the mode and manner of baptism - The spirit of contention is of the devil - Christ's doctrine is that men should believe and be baptized and receive the Holy Ghost. About A.D. 34.

DC 63:1-12

A day of wrath will come upon the wicked; Signs come by faith;

What are my feelings on faith and how has it helped me in my trials?

When I first came down with rheumatoid arthritis, I was bedridden.  My children were 12, 10, 9,7, and 5.  I could here them running around the house but I could do nothing.  I could not even open a door.  The thing that gave me hope was reading the scriptures and a book by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, "The Power of Positive Thinking."  One scripture in particular became my mantra: "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." Phillipians 4:13.  This scripture and keeping my thoughts positive and hopeful,  got me through one of the most difficult times in my life.  It is my faith in Christ that keeps me going.

General Conference

The Voice of Warning

Elder D. Todd Christofferson

"While the duty to warn is felt especially keenly be prophets,

it is a duty shared by others as well."

My visiting teachers, Kailee and Deana came by for a visit at 9:30 this morning.  We had a good discussion about the priesthood and our responsibility to remind our husbands of their responsibilities in the priesthood.  We talked about memorizing DC 84:33-44 as Sister Burton asked us to.  She says if we memorize this oath and covenant of the priesthood the Holy Ghost will expand our understanding of the priesthood and inspire and uplift us in wonderful ways.  I have started to memorize it along with "The Living Christ" and "The Family Proclamation." (I started last year, and picked it up again this year after general conference.)

Right after Kailee and Deana left I loaded up the car and James drove me to Hailey's.  It takes about 45 minutes to get there.  Today was a very windy day and there were dark storm clouds behind Hailey's house. Hailey's husband is a rancher.  She told me they ordered some hay and when he fed it to his cattle the first four fell over dead.  They had nitrate poisoning.  The levels of nitrate in hay are suppose to be around 700.  The nitrates in this hay were 5,900.

They have the hay locked up in the barn away from the cows and are using it for their horses.  What a tragedy.  I have never heard of such a thing before.  Hailey loved the candle and Power Ade I gave her.

Use the priesthood power as an 'ade in

your life.

When we got home James and I had tuscany tomato bisque soup and grilled cheese sandwiches for lunch.  Delicious!  I got the soup at Safeway yesterday from their "soup bar."

I read two chapters to James from our book "To Kill a Mockingbird."  I think he is beginning to enjoy it.

After my nap this afternoon I watched DWTS.  Maks is back with Heather and they got a perfect score for their rumba and then Heather was voted off the show.  I guess it isn't always about who is the best dancer, because she was definitely better than three of the guys that are left.  I hate it when it becomes a popularity contest instead of about the talent.

James is leaving early tomorrow so he loaded up the back of his truck and the trailer tonight.

  He says there are still no brakes on the trailer.

Should I be worried?

While I was outside taking the above picture I happened to

catch this one of the sunset:

Beautiful!

James and I watched a movie on the Hallmark movies and mysteries channel called: McBride: Dogged.  It stars John Larroquette.  We both really liked it.

Some fun photos:

Alex and his girl Shana

Joe and the mountain.

A handsome picture of Adam when

he was in high school.

Michael teaching Joshua a song for Joshua's

school talent show.

Maddie giving her sister Brooklyn a kiss

on her wedding day.

Brooklyn's family

Monday, April 24, 2017

Las Vegas, Nevada

43rd operating temple

Mosiah 16

After reading Mosiah 16:5, read DC 19:16-17 to discover what will happen to those who refuse to repent and accept the Savior's redemption.

*What does the Savior's redemption include if we do repent?

3 Nephi 9-10

9 In the darkness, the voice of Christ proclaims the destruction of many people and cities for their wickedness - He also proclaims His divinity, announces that the law of Moses is fulfilled, and invites men to come unto Him and be saved. About A.D. 34.

10 There is silence in the land for many hours - The voice of Christ promses to gather His people as a hen gathers her chickens - The more righteous part of the people have been preserved. About A.D. 34-35.

DC 62:1-9

Testimonies are recorded in heaven; The elders are to travel and preach according to judgment and as directed by the Spirit.

Why would our testimonies be recorded in heaven?

General Conference

The Godhead and the Plan of Salvation

Elder Dallin H. Oaks

"Because we have the truth about the Godhead and our relationship to Them, we have the ultimate road map for our journey through mortality."

Perfect Love Casteth Out Fear

President Dieter F. Uchtdorf

"Let us set aside our fears and live instead with joy, humility, hope, and a bold confidence that the Lord is with us."

I had an appointment with one of the sisters I visit teach this morning, Jean.  I turned on the road to her house and thought it was blocked.  I went back home and got James to come with me to see if we could discover a way around the piece of equipment in the road. There was a place to go through that I did not see the first time.  Thank goodness.  Jean is going back to the valley today and this was my only chance to see her.  I gave her a candle and picture of the Savior and also printed out for her the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood, DC 84:33-44, which Sister Burton has ask us to memorize.  I also got to visit with Jean's daughter Deana who is my visiting teacher while I was there.  She and Kailee are coming to see me tomorrow.

 Salt River

James had to go home to email some information to someone.  He is working on Dr. Memon's bid.  We were home about 15 minutes and then we left for Show Low.  I needed to get some cardstock and James wanted me to pick him up some throat lozenges.  I was only in Walmart for about 10 minutes.  Next we went to Sonic for some lunch and then we were on our way home.  I promised James it would be a short trip to town.  I read to him from our new book, "To Kill a Mockingbird."  He has never read it before.  I have but it was years ago.

When we got home I took a 30 minute nap and then got ready to go visit teach Claire, one of my sisters who just moved to Show Low.  First I went to Safeway and got her some "goodies" for her birthday.  She doesn't really eat sugar so I got her some protein bars, dried mangos, and Kombucha tea.  She lives in the Timber Stone apartments.  I didn't stay long because her sister is in town from Washington and Claire was anxious to go see her at her mom's in Vernon.  Claire has a child custody court date in St. John's for her daughter Marlie and her sister is here to testify in her behalf.  Her court date is the same day as Kacey's.  It sounds like her ex and Kacey's ex are alot alike.

James and I watched the newest Hallmark movie, "Perfect Pitch" starring Andrew Walker this evening before going to bed.  I watched one dance on DWTS.

Random Fun Photos:

Paul and his buddies in high school.

According to Stacy these were the "cool" kids.

Ruby in her princess dress

Anna and Lola

Michael and Joe at Rowan's baptism party

doing some entertaining.

Love those smiles!

They look so young!