Montreal, Quebec, Canada
86th operating temple
Dedicated: 4 June 2000 by
Gordon B. Hinckley
Rededication: 22 Nov 2015 by
Henry B. Eyring
Alma 1:15-33
* According to Alma 1:16, what are the goals of people who practice priestcraft?
* What opportunities do you have to teach the gospel?
* Elder David A. Bednar: "Anything you or I do as instructors that knowingly and intentionally draws attention to self - in the messages we present, in the methods we use, or in our personal demeanor - is a form of priestcraft that inhibits the teaching effectiveness of the Holy Ghost."
* How can the example of the Nephite priests help us avoid priestcraft?
* When have you seen people tease, mock, or persecute those who keep the commandments of God?
* According to Alma 1:21-24, how did some members respond to persecution? What were the consequences for their actions
* According to Alma 1:25-31, how did other members of the Church live despite the persecution? What blessing did they receive?
Gospel Principles:
* Even when people around us are being disobedient, we can be steadfast and immovable in keeping the commandments.
* When we live the gospel, we can have peace in our lives, even it we are persecuted.
Ether 4
Moroni is commanded to seal up the writings of the brother of Jared; They will not be revealed until men have faith even as the brother of Jared; Christ commands men to believe His words and those of His disciples; Men are commanded to repent, believe the gospel, and be saved.
DC 76:13-24
As we prayerfully study and ponder the scriptures, we prepare ourselves to receive understanding from the Lord through the Holy Ghost.
All will come forth in the resurrection of the just or the unjust; The inhabitants of many worlds are begotten sons and daughters unto God through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
22 And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives!
23 For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father-
24 That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God.
What testimony would you leave your family regarding Jesus Christ?
* I know that my Savior lives and loves me. Everything I am that is good is because of the gospel of Jesus Christ and my Savior Jesus Christ. He enables me, strengthens me, comforts me, and brings me peace. He helps me to heal and forgive others. He is teaching me to love as He loves, without conditions. Sometimes that love envelops me with a warmth I can feel. Without Him I am empty and my life lacks meaning and purpose. Because of Him I can be with my family forever. Because of Him I can be forgiven of my sins. Because of Him I will live forever. I offer my whole souls as an offering unto Him. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
General Conference
"Walk with Me"
President Henry B. Eyring
"The power and authority of the Melchizedek Priesthood, is to hold the keys of all the spiritual blessings of the Church - To have the privilege of receiving the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, to have the heavens opened unto them, to commune with the general assembly and Church of the Firstborn, and to enjoy the communion and presence of God the Father, and Jesus the mediator of the new covenant."
James left this morning after our family prayer for the valley. He may or may not spend the night. His lesson on Sunday is about temple building. I told him that the Paris temple will be dedicated the Sunday.
I studied my patriarchal blessing, DC 84, the Atonement, Book of Mormon favorite scriptures, and 100 Verses to Bring You Closer to Christ. Today I read this poem: "Prayer of an Unknown Confederate Soldier:
"I asked God for strength that I might achieve,
I was made weak that I might learn humbly to obey...
I asked for health, that I might do great things,
I was given infirmity that I might do better things...
I asked for all things, that I might enjoy life,
I was given life that I might enjoy all things...
I got nothing that I asked for - but everything that I had hoped for.
Almost despite myself, my unspoiled prayers were answered.
I am among all men most richly blessed."
I studied Teach the Doctrine in the Teaching in the Savior's Way manual. In am writing the old missionary discussions in my gospel study journal. I love studying the gospel!
My "gospel study" desk.
Today was another catnap day because we went to bed too late last night. I kept waking up, thinking there were people in our bedroom.
James decided not to spend the night in the valley. He came home this evening and picked up my prescriptions and some ice. He would have gotten Dr. Pepper 10 but they still don't have it at Walmart. I must talk to the manager!
James is very tired when he gets home. He takes a short nap and then wants to watch a movie. We watch "I Married Who?" starring Kellie Martin.
I finished "Women and the Priesthood" today.
They sent Terry home from the hospital and said they would do surgery later. They did not get clearance from his cardiologist. Terry was so happy to get home and have a nice dinner.
Fun Photos:
Vernon boys
Paul's post
Baby Ian, great grandma Helen holding him,
his dad, and his dad's grandma Beebe.
Monument Valley
