Edmonton, Alberta
67th operating temple
Dedicated: 11 Dec 1999
By: Gordon B. Hinckley
Book of Mormon
Mosiah 15:10-31
Come Follow Me
D&C 38:30
If I am prepared, I don't need to be afraid.
"We Will Prove Them Herewith" Elder David A.Bednar, OGC 2020
April General Conference
'Joy Through Covenant Discipleship'
Elder John A. McCune
"As we bind ourselves to act as covenant disciples, our relationship with the Father and Son is enriched, our joy enhanced, and our eternal perspective expanded."
I listened to Emily and Tanna talk about Elder Renlund's conference address this morning, "Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior."
Here are some notes from Emily and then some from me:
Two words stood out to me on the day of Elder Renlund's talk.
Distinguishing characteristics. It made me want to look at each parable individually and see what was the distinguishing characteristic of each. There are several we could choose.
In the parable of the ten virgins perhaps it is wisdom.
In the talents it seems to be capacity for growth.
In the sheep and goats it is service in His behalf.
Wisdom. Capacity. Service.
I am wondering how these distinguishing characteristics look in my own life, and how they might prepare me to welcome Him.
Faith and wise. The Holy Ghost as guide. Lamps burning. Lots to consider.
My notes:
Deceivers or Disciples.
Acquiring spiritual knowledge.
How well am I coming to know Him along the way?
Avoid deception, worship in the temple, develop the gift of discernment.
Tender mercy journal - where I saw the hand of the Lord in my life.
Journal - a place to store oil. Oil = knowing Him.
Are my concerns more about me or others?
My invitation to you is to see the Holy Ghost as a cherished friend.
Learn to listen to the Spirit and write down my encounters with Him.
James left around 8:30 this morning for his appointment with Dr. Memon in Chandler. He forgot that there is blasting in Superior Canyon on Thursdays and he was re-routed through Winkelman, Kearney, and Ray. It took him an extra 45 minutes to get to the valley. He did manage to get gas before noon and qualified for the 40 cents off a gallon.
After his appointment with Dr. Memon they discussed Dr. Memon's building project. His next stop was at Chandler Eyecare where he gave Sheri the letter I wrote to Evan. Sheri decided he needed an eye appointment so she called me. I made him one for Friday May 9th at noon, the day before Lola's dance recital.
James stopped at the burn house to give Salvador a check. This was definitely a business trip so Lambson Construction will pay for gas and food. James got home around 6:30 with Chik-fila strips and cranberry celebration from Fry's. He helped me put sheets on the bed downstairs and in Sheri's room. We checked all of the bathrooms and did some vacuuming. The upstairs looks good.
Jared Ammon texted me at 6:10 this evening saying that he and Ellie were just now leaving downtown Phoenix and wouldn't be here until somewhere between 9:30-10:30. We waited up until 10 and then turned on the porch lights, unlocked the front door, and went to bed.
Tom sleeps outside again tonight.
in the Chandler 2nd ward.
After James's brain surgery
granddaughter, Bailey
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