Showing posts with label Mexico 105th operating temple. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mexico 105th operating temple. Show all posts

Thursday, April 19, 2018

Wednesday, April 18th, 2018

Guadalajara, Mexico
105th operating temple
Dedicated: 29 Apr 2001
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

What should I pray for?
Bible Dictionary, Prayer, paragraph 5
The attitude of prayer ordinarily was standing (1 Sam. 1:26; Neh. 9:2, 4; Matt. 6:5; Luke 18:11, 13); also kneeling (1 Kgs. 8:54; Ezra 9:5; Dan. 6:10); or prostrate (Josh 7:6; Neh. 8:6). The hands were spread forth to heaven ( 1 Kgs. 8:22; Ezra 9:5; Ps. 141:2; Isa. 1:15). Smiting on the breast and rending of the garments signified special sorrow (Ezra 9:5; Luke 18:13). The Lord's attitude in prayer is recorded only once. In the Garden of Gethsemane He knelt (Luke 22:41), fell on His face (Matt. 26:39), and fell on the ground (Mark 14:35). It is noteworthy that Stephen (Acts 7:60), Peter (9:40), Paul (20:36; 21:5), and the Christians generally (21:5) knelt to pray.
Jesus Christ betrayal of
Matthew 20:18
Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of man shall be betrayed unto the chief priests and unto the scribes, and they shall condemn him to death.
Book of Mormon
Mosiah 11:1-15
*How are King Benjamin and King Noah different? How can we develop character traits of King Benjamin?
- Verse 2 sums up King Noah's life pretty well. He didn't keep the commandments, he made his own rules, violated God's laws, sponsored all kinds of evil, which led the people away from Christ. Everything King Benjamin did was to bring people towards Christ. He didn't want to be a burden to his people, and worked hard to provide of his needs. King Noah on the other hand, expected others to support his laziness, idolatry and whoredoms. These two leaders illustrated differences of righteous and unrighteous use of power and authority, how to handle conflicts, attitudes toward temples, physical labor and service. One had a lust for worldliness, and one had courage, faith and worshipped God. Which leader would you rather have? In the end King Benjamin retired from the kingship, lived in peace, and passed the kingdom to his son, and his obedience secured him a place in God's kingdom. King Noah spent his life on the desires of the flesh, his cruel treatment of Abinadi became his own death sentence. 
Old Testament
Judges 12-14
12 The Gileadites slay 42,000 Ephraimites - Jephthah, Ibzan, Elon and Abdon each in turn judge Israel.
13 Israel is in Philistine bondage for forty years - An angel comes to Manoah's wife and promises a son who will begin to deliver Israel - The angel comes again; he ascends in a flame from the altar - Samson is born, and the Spirit of the Lord moves upon him. 
14 Samson slays a young lion with his bare hands - He marries a Philistine wife, propounds a riddle, is deceived by his wife, and slays thirty Philistines.
General Conference
With One Accord
Reyna I. Aburto
" In order to reach our sublime destiny, we need each other, and we need to be unified."



President Russell M. Nelson #20, "Constancy Amid Change" October 1993. 
" Three things that will never change:
Personages, Plans, Principles."

James and I left for Show Low at 7:20 this morning. We stopped at Dr. Moffat's office so James could get a steroid shot before going to the hospital for an MRI on his shoulder and upper back. I shopped a little at Walmart buying veggies and water for our trip and then walked around the parking lot at the hospital. James finally came out around 10 a.m. Just in time. I guess it was quite an ordeal because the MRI machine was so tiny.

We arrived at Sheri's work right at 1 p.m. when she gets off for lunch. Kim was already waiting in the parking lot. James dropped me off and went to get Lexy and take back the rental car. Kim drove us to Cafe Rio across from the Chandler mall. I had a green chili pork taco with some pinto beans. It was nice to visit with my girls even if it was for a short time. James texted and said he was on his way so Kim and Sheri said their goodbyes and left me in front of Cafe Rio. James drove right up as they left. 

Guess where we went? Olive Garden so James could have some lunch. I had a $50 giftcard I got with the rewards program on my credit card.  I just had soup and salad and of course two breadsticks! 

Next stop was Stacy's house to take her the Savior book mark. Well actually I forgot to give Kim and Sheri theirs so we stopped by Sheri's and after Stacy's we went to Kim's.

Joshua was home from school with a tummy ache and of course we were greeted by Vader and Shipley. Vader ran away and Joshua had to go chase him down.

Stacy was in bed upstairs. She says she is doing much better. When I asked if there was anything we could do she said no, Paul was taking good care of her. I guess he has order her "Freshly" the food service that is delivered to your home.

After Kim's we drove out to see Darrel's family. Everyone was home, including Darrel. We gave them their bookmark and James took a nap on the couch. We stayed about an hour and then we were on our way home. When I walked in the door Lola came running to me and jumped into my arms. That made my day. She had a friend, Scarlett over to play. She needed help building something and James helped her. Trina's Chunky Monkey challenge starts on Sunday. I am excited! 

We stopped at Taco Bell in Globe for dinner. We arrived home at 7:45, the exact time James said we would. I think Lexy was happy to be home, I know I was.

I walked until I got 15,000 steps and finished watching "The Greatest Showman."

 Helping me make enchilada sauc
for grandpa's birthday party.


 Lunch today with Sheri and Kim


 Robert and Kambri's baby June


 Happy Bday to the Hunsaker twins!
Can you tell? It's the mammas!


 Resort memories!

 Wilhelm baby girl
She's #10

 Her big sister said the world needed
one more sassy Wilhelm girl!

Lanell Sheree

Sister Arburto spoke about
monarch butterflies in her
conference address.

I have two friends in this old Young Adult
photo. Pam front and center and Tamara
in the back, far right.









Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Friday, November 10th, 2017

Guadalajara, Mexico
105th operating temple
Dedicated: 29 April 2001
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Ascension of
3 Nephi 18:39
And while they were overshadowed he departed from them, and ascended into heaven. And the disciples saw and did bear record that he ascended again into heaven.
Book of Mormon
3 Nephi 26:1-21
*Are we ready to be judged of our works? (v.4-5)
*In what way does the Savior want us to become as little children?
Young children are sweet, pure, innocent, lovable and teachable. I had an amazing experience with Ruby while she was staying with us. As I watched her saying her prayers one evening, a powerful feeling came over me testifying to me of her purity and innocence. I truly felt that I was in the presence of greatness and with someone who was more like the Savior than just about anyone else I knew. Tears came to my eyes. We can truly be taught by children.
*How did the Nephites demonstrate their faith in Christ's words after He had departed from them? (v.19-21)
They did what Jesus taught them to do. They taught and served one another, and practiced the law of consecration. They had all things in common among them every man dealing justly one with another. They were baptized in the name of Jesus and were called the Church of Christ.
Doctrine Covenants Favorite Scriptures
DC 5:35
And if thou art faithful in keeping my commandments, thou shalt be lifted up at the last day. Amen.
General Conference
Repentance Is Always Positive
Stephen W. Owen
"Repentance is our escape route! As Elder D. Todd Christofferson explained: 'Without repentance, there is no real progress or improvement in life. ...Only through repentance do we gain access to the atoning grace of Jesus Christ and salvation. Repentance...points us to freedom, confidence, and peace.'"


James left early this morning to go pick up the block for the patio. I got to visit with Sheri before she left for work and tell her what a good night's sleep I had. 

When James returns we went to Sam's Club to get the rest of our Christmas blankets. I bought about 25 so I could give one to each of the sisters I visit teach and their husbands and to one other couple in the ward. After our shopping trip we went down to see the Howard's. I gave Jean her conference Ensign and we visited for awhile and James visited with Tom. Tom invited him to a business meeting at Torreon in Show Low next Wednesday and James is excited about going.

We had to cut our visit short so I could make it to my infusion appointment at 11 a.m. I forgot my meds for today so my blood pressure was quite high. My infusion was over in less than an hour so I had to wait for James to pick me up. I walked to Oregano's just north of Southern on Dobson and put my name in for a table. While I was waiting to be seated James showed up and said we didn't have time because he had to pick up the block at the yard. We ran through In n Out and got burgers for lunch. 

We picked up the 10,000 lbs of stone at Arizona Stone and we were on our way home. We made it safely to the Safeway in Show Low where James picked up a few groceries, including some eggs so we could make egg salad sandwiches to take to the temple tomorrow.

After unpacking I put six eggs on to boil. James helped me put the sandwiches together and then I packed them into a container and put them in the frig. 

We settled down to watch a Christmas movie, "The Christmas Parade" and then Heartland.

I did it!



Has it been four years?

Fall

Family Oldies
Charlotte, Sheri, Darrel, Jared

James and a blind woman, Jared

Sunday morning in mom and dad's bed

Saturday chores
Not sure what Jared is doing.


1977 or so

A typical Lambson Christmas
We are caroling with cousins


Buffalo Street building in Chandler

Sheri was the first baby blessed in
the new Del Rio building.




I almost didn't recognize her.

Rick and Colleen

That's all for today