Mesa, Arizona
7th operating temple
Dedicated: 23-26 Oct 1927
By: Heber J. Grant
Jesus Christ, Second Coming
D&C 76:63
These are they whom he shall bring with him, when he shall come in the clouds of heaven to reign on the earth over his people.
Book of Mormon
Alma 43:15-26
23 But it came to pass, as soon as they had departed into the wilderness Moroni sent spies into the wilderness to watch their camp; and Moroni, also, knowing of the prophecies of Alma, sent certain men unto him, desiring him that he should inquire of the Lord whither the armies of the Nephites should go to defend themselves against the Lamanites.
"Come Follow Me"
Review book of Esther and "Thoughts to Keep in Mind" Old Testament Poetry and Wisdom Literature
Inklings
Amy Wright, "Christ Heals That Which Is Broken" & Acts 3:1-11
AprGenCon
"Our Heartfelt All"
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
If we want to find balance in life, and if we want the Savior to lift us heavenward, then our commitment to Him and His gospel can't be casual or occasional. Like the widow at Jerusalem, we must offer Him our whole souls. Our offering may be small, but it must come from our heart and soul.
"Now Is the Time"
President Russell M. Nelson
President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The adversary never sleeps. There will always be opposition to the truth. I repeat my urging from this morning to do those things that will increase your positive spiritual momentum, that lift Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf was talking about, that will keep you moving forward through whatever challenges and opportunities come.
What a spiritual feast was set before us today in sacrament meeting. Georgia Jameson was the youth speaker, and the South's, Charlotte and Joe, were the main speakers. The real highlight of the meeting, at least for me, and I think James would agree, was the vocal solo by our ward choir director and music leader, Jennifer Golly. I knew she was a singer but I had never heard her sing, until today. Oh my goodness. Such a beautiful, smooth voice that you just want to listen to forever. She sang a song that I am not familiar with, but will go on my favorite playlist, "I Still Believe." This song is about Jesus and how even though we don't see Him we can experience Him and His miracles. Wow! I want to go to the first Jennifer Golly concert. Such talent, such effortless vocals that warm and soothe the heart.
Oh yes, one other exciting thing in our meeting today. Sister Natalie Robles was called and sustained as a Relief Society teacher. Now we have two teacher and no more calling subs for me. I am excited to be working with Natalie and I gave her a lesson schedule and told her she would be teaching on August 14th.
Back to today's speakers. Sister South comes from a family of 16 children and her roots are strong. Her talk was based on "A Mighty Change of Heart", by Elder Eduardo Gavarret, which was given in the last General Conference. How do you know you are pleasing God? When you always have faith in Christ. Charlotte told the story of her uncle. He was in the military during World War II. As a soldier he wrote down the names of all the soldiers he knew who died fighting for their country. Later, he did their temple work, the reason he wrote down their names. He became a prisoner of war to the Japanese where he was tortured and endured deprivation. After the war he served 11 missions, most of them in Japan. He was crippled but he and his companion were able to save 17 people in a Tsunami. Although he wasn't married he became a temporary mission president in Japan for 7 yrs. The Japanese government would not allow anymore LDS people into the country at this time. He learned to love the Japanese people whom he served. Find things that will keep you strong. Stay close to Christ so that you don't do anything wrong.
Brother South's talk was based on Elder Andersen's talk, "Following Jesus: Being a Peacemaker." Peacemakers are not passive; they are persuasive in the Savior's way. We are all God's children and we need to remember that. Here are the other headings in Elder Andersen's talk: The Importance of Agency, The Lord's Leaders, Caring for All, The Times Not to Respond, Blessing the Lives of Others, Love One Another, and Peacemakers are Called the Children of God. Here is a scripture that applies:
D&C 58:1-2
Hearken. O ye elders of my church, and give ear to my word, and learn of me what I will concerning you, and also concerning this land unto which I have sent you.
For verily I say unto you, blessed is he that keepeth my commandments, whether in life or in death; and he that is faithful in tribulation, the reward of the same is greater in the kingdom of heaven.
5th week second hour:
Kerri Halcomb prepared a power point presentation about missionary work and temples. It was really great. As she took us through the powerpoint she asked us questions and she got lots of response. Here are some notes I took.
There are 173 completed temples in the world and including those under construction and announced there are 282.
President Nelson's conference open address where he asked every able young man to serve a mission. It is a priesthood responsibility.
All missionaries teach and testify of the Savior. Comments from the crowd:
Michelle Tesarek: "We were those people on the other side of the door." I am so proud of Restin (her 13 year old son) who invited his grandma to church and explained to her how we were Christians. She did not have a dress to wear and he said, "It doesn't matter, Heavenly Father doesn't care, he just wants you to come, which she did."
Chris Skousen: Becky talks to our 15 year old grandson who just started high school all the time about serving a mission. This week he invited his non-member friend to attend seminary with him and the friend said yes. We are so proud of him!
Jimmie Applegate: Our son Ty, who is now serving a mission in Florida decided to serve a mission when he began associating with the full-time missionaries in our ward.
President M. Russell Ballard from his conference talk: My mission prepared me for a lifetime of service in the Lord's Church. I came to know the Lord so much better.
Elder Stevenson: We are like sprinters at the starting block. We need to love, share, and invite.
Elder Cook: By doing missionary work we have the opportunity to help others bind themselves and their families to Christ.
Questions:
* How can we normally and naturally involve others in my Christ-centered life?
* How can our ward create an environment where it is easy to love, share, and invite?
Thoughts:
* By small and simple things are great things brought to pass.
* Just sow the seed.
*Brother Andersen - "I want to make every moment count in my service to the Lord. I want to share the Good News."
I met two new sisters today. They are a mother and a daughter. Katie Pearson and Cyndell Nelson. They are from St. George. I welcomed them into the ward.
We went home and had lunch. I had beef gravy and mashed potatoes. James mad some potato patties and I had a small one. After eating it was definitely time for a nap.
After rest time James and I went outside on the deck just to relax and read. We got no rain today and according to the new forecast we won't get any until Thursday. This is what James has been praying for so he can finish at Thompson's and get ready for concrete. The weather was beautiful today even without the rain.
Sheri made an almond creme cake today and she said it was delicious. I got the recipe from her and want to make it very soon.
This evening while working on my blog I watched Emily & Dave on "Don't Miss This."
Our first tea party.
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Sheri's cake
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