Here are some notes from today's sessions of General Conference:
President Uchtdorf
Faith, Hope, and Charity. Seek Him through study and prayer. Go towards God's light.
Neil L. Andersen
Go ye unto all nations and preach my gospel. We now have members in 189 of the 224 countries in the world. Pray for doors to be open for the spreading of the gospel. Hold up the light of Christ to the world.
Rosemary M. Wixom - General Primary President
Children's self-worth is established early Children come to earth ready to listen. To speak to a child's heart we must know his needs. Disconnect from technology and reconnect with each other.
L. Whitney Clayton
A good marriage is built upon faith and repentance. Humility is the essence of repentance. Treat each other as equal partners. Be loyal to each other. Live together in love. Marriage is a gift from God to us. The quality of our marriage is a gift from us to God.
L. Tom Perry
Eternal happiness comes from obedience to God's law.
Pres. Thomas S. Monson
We can't receive a fulness of truth unless we keep the commandments of God. Obedience brings blessings.
Jeffrey R. Holland
Acknowledge the faith you have and act upon it. Be not afraid, only believe.
Dallin H. Oaks
"If ye love me, keep my commandments."
Christoffel Golden, Jr.
Our quest for eternal life is a quest to know God. He that doeth the will of the Father shall enter the kingdom of God.
Enrique R. Falabella
"In order to contend you need two people. I will never be one of them." - Sister Falabella
Eric W. Kpoische
The feeling of being accepted by someone we love is a basic human need. Seeking acceptance from the wrong sources can lead us on a path of destruction. Honest hearts, contrite spirits, honoring our covenants through sacrifice. Willing to listen to the enticings of the Holy Spirit.
Bruce D. Porter
Savior: "In the world ye shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world."
A bright voice in a dark storm has become a symbol to me of what faith is all about. (First Vision, First Easter).
D. Todd Christofferson
Bring others to Christ through faith and repentance. Victor Hugo "Les Miserables" -"Use this silver to become an honest man." Jean Val Jean's sould became redeemed from God.
Pres. Thomas S. Monson
"May we be tolerant, kind and loving. Be aware of the needs of others. Extend a helping hand and a loving heart."
It was a wonderful conference. We enjoyed our lunch. Joe enjoyed it too. He likes my cooking!
We were sad to see Kim, Brian, Joe, and Chloe leave.
A rousing game of Five Crowns.
Joe playing the piano. He is self-taught.
Joe is multi-talented!!
Goodbye!
We will miss you.
And they rode off into the sunset.
James went for a walk this evening and saw a herd of antelope. It was the perfect ending to a perfect day.
