Orem, Utah
188th operating temple
Dedicated: 21 Jan 2024
By: D. Todd Christofferson
Book of Mormon
1 Nephi 21:22-22:10
Come Follow Me
Sunday School class
October General Conference
'Live Up To Your Privileges'
President Emily Belle Freeman
"President Russell M. Nelson taught:
'Everything that happened in Harmony has profound implications for your lives. The restoration of the priesthood, along with the Lord's counsel to Emma, can guide and bless each of you. . . .
'. . . Accessing the power of God in your life requires the same things that the Lord instructed Emma and each of us to do.'"
I was up at five this morning and had my regular devotional of planning, praying, and studying. Sometimes I call it my 'walk & talk with Jesus.
We started our fast for moisture yesterday afternoon. I was not sure I was going to make it to church...my knees were so bad it was hard to bend them. I took some Tramadol and took a 30 minutes break in my recliner.
I did manage to get out of the recliner and get ready for church, even taking a shower.
Our goal is to be in our seats by 8:45 so we can listen to the prelude music and try not to talk to our friends. Of course today is fast & testimony meeting and everyone is fasting for moisture. Bishop Hunsaker conducted the meeting. Here is a short version of the testimonies that were born:
Bishop Hunsaker - My testimony is my core, it is number one in my life, next to my family. Jesus Christ knows us better than anyone else and He loves us. He is there to help heal, and guide us. I testify of the truthfulness of every facet of the gospel. I am so grate for my Savior.
Steve Rosen - Talked about how much he loves his dog and how much his dog loves him and his wife. God loves us unconditionally.
Children - Three Miller's grandchildren.
Alicia Hunsaker - Grateful for families, on both sides of the veil. I have a strong testimony of the Prophet Joseph Smith, President Nelson, Heavenly Father, and Jesus Christ.
Greg Anderson - I give my life to Christ. I said to a stranger: "The Lord loves you very much and He has a plan for you."
Becky Skousen - We are all Heavenly Father's children and He loves all of us. I am grateful for this knowledge. "Doubt Not, Fear Not" is the new Youth Theme. Our youth are awesome!
Barbara Tignor - Jesus Christ suffered for each and everyone of us. He sacrificed His blood for us. He loves us so very much.
Susan Crane - D&C 3:7 - You should not fear man more than God. We must overcome our fears to serve God.
Lily Finnegan (YW) - "Doubt not, Fear not." My brother overcame his fear so he could serve a mission.
Mel Wilhelm - How many times in Vernon have we prayed for moisture. The Spirit whispers to us. Love to watch things grow, including Primary children.
Tana Westbrook - (crying) I have felt my Savior's love. Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are always there for us.
Owen Peeler - What am I doing to sustain Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ?
Amy Bowen - I was baptized at 18 but I still thought God hated me. Knowing Christ is here to help me means everything to me. Jesus loves us.
Sunday School. I made Kathy Crane, Owen, and James move down one seat so I could save a place for Catherine. I am so glad I did, because when she came in she said: "Did you save this place for me?" When I said yes, she smiled. I must say, Catherine seemed back to her normal self. Today she said her brain was okay but her body is falling apart. Last week it was her brain that was the problem.
Natalie Robles taught Sunday School today, the Applegate's were not here. Natalie did a good job, as she always does when she teaches.
When we got home we broke our fast, had some lunch, and took naps. Today there were no clouds and the high was 61 degrees.
I got a text from my nephew Monte Maxwell this evening. He says he wants to write a book about Grandpa Marlin, my dad, and the Milky Ranch. He sent me a Google Doc with stories about my dad and the ranch. He wonders if I have anything to add. I really don't, but James says he does. Monte wrote most of the stories, although there is one by Tasha, Vickie, and a couple by Harold and one by Dennis. Monte's stories are really good and I enjoyed reading them.
I guess I can honestly say I am glad I didn't live in Show Low and wasn't a part of the Milky Ranch. That may sound harsh, but if you read some of these stories you would know why. My dad was the total opposite of the kind of person that I want to be.
James did some outside watering. He texted Darrel and talked to him about encouraging Rowan to serve a mission. Darrel says they are encouraging Rowan and are taking him to a missionary fireside this evening.
James and I watched "When Calls the Heart" this evening. James also played 'Pinky' with Tom. Tom loves it and jumps so high!
Today was a beautiful Sabbath day.
this beautiful girl.
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