Wednesday, August 16th, 2017

Seattle, Washington

19th operating temple

Dedicated: 17-21 Nov 1980

By: Spencer W. Kimball

Atonement

Alma 34:8

And now, behold, I will testify unto you of myself that these things are true. Behold, I say unto you, that I do know that Christ shall come among the children of men, to take upon him the transgressions of his people, and that he shall atone for the sins of the world; for the Lord God hath spoken it.

Jesus Christ, Antemortal Existence of

John 6:62

What and if ye shall see the Son of man ascend up where he was before?

Alma 51:13-21

How can we refrain from pride, and be humbled?

*We can be humble and avoid pride by putting God first in our daily lives and our decisions. Over time, through the Atonement, we can become stronger in Spirit and less prideful. (See President Benson's talk, "Beware of Pride")

DC 116-117:16

What is the purpose of the council at which Adam presides?

*At that time there will be a transfer of authority from Lucifer to Jesus Christ. All who have held keys will make report s and deliver stewardships. Our Lord will then assume the reigns of government. This is in preparation for the Second Coming and the Millennium.

General Conference

Kindness, Charity, and Love

President Thomas S. Monson

"No power or influence can or ought to be maintained by virtue of the priesthood only by persuasion,...by gentleness and meekness, and by love unfeigned; By kindness and pure knowledge, which shall greatly enlarge the soul without hypocrisy, and without guile."

Called to the Work

Elder David A. Bednar

"After receiving the Melchizedek Priesthood and a call to serve, a young man can be armed with power through the covenants and ordinances of the holy temple. Going to the temple and having the spirit of the temple go through you precedes effective service as a full-time missionary. Personal worthiness is the single most important requirement for receiving the blessings of the temple. Your love for and understanding of temple ordinances will strengthen and bless you throughout your life."

James and I had a meeting this morning at 10 a.m. at the Snowflake temple with President Scott of the temple presidency. On the way over we listened to President Hinckley read President Benson's conference talk, "Beware of Pride." What an amazing talk!

We were greeted at the recommend desk by our old friend from Chandler, Brother Vance. President Scott caught us as we were getting in the elevator and told us he would be up in just a few minutes. We went to the upstairs foyer and waited until he ushered us in to the President's office. He said we had been recommended to serve in the temple and would we accept the calling. Yes, of course we will. James said that he was not fully retired and wasn't sure what his schedule would be in the upcoming months. President Scott suggested that we take a Saturday shift. The Saturday shifts work every other week instead of weekly. We told him we preferred mornings and he suggested we start August 26th. That will work. He said that prayer meeting starts at 7 a.m. and we should plan on being at the temple by 6:30. He told us that many miracles occur in the temple and what a privilege it is to be a temple worker. We thanked him and left. Of course, we had to do our selfie.

Do we look excited?

I think James (Dad) looks confused.

But at least he is confused on a higher level.

James took me to El Cupido's for lunch because I was starving!

I got a Big Jake burro and James got a ham and cheese omelet. We read from "Romancing Daphne" on the way home.  There were no clouds which always makes me sad.

I worked on my blog this afternoon and made a cherry cheesecake using Pillsbury crescent rolls as the crust. It was delicious!  

James puts in the larger equipment gate as part of our backyard fence. 

A sad news flash from Chandler: Evan ran a pencil into his foot. Ian almost passed out when he had to pull it out. They called the paramedics.  I am glad they have good insurance.  I hope he is okay. I told Sheri I would send him something. She suggested Lego Batman or another super hero Legos. I ordered a Spiderman set off Amazon. 

This is so sad.

The weather is amazing as we sit on our bedroom porch and read. It's one of our very favorite things to do. 

This evening we watched two episodes of Heartland season one. I think we are going to like the series. Thanks Cathi for recommending it. 

I ordered myself a purple tote from Amazon with the money Lois and Dawn gave me. 

More Photos:

Great Grandmother Lois with Kevin's girls.

Two of my favorite little people from a few

years ago. I can't believe they are now old

enough to be baptized!

Four Peaks

I love this Arizona landmark.

Our friends Naomi and Bill.

The first house James ever built was theirs.

Tucson temple