OUR FAMILY: Friday, April 28, 2017

Sunday, April 30, 2017

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."