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Saturday, June 10, 2017

Monday, June 5th, 2017

Phoenix, Arizona

144th operating temple

Dedicated: 16 Nov 2014 by

Thomas S. Monson

Alma 11:26-46

*Why is it impossible to be saved in our sins?

*What is the difference between being saved in our sins and being saved from our sins?

*Alma 11:40 contains a principle that we must follow in order to be saved from our sins. When we believe in Jesus Christ, we can be redeemed from our sins.

*Why do we need to believe in Jesus Christ to be saved from our sins? President Dieter F. Uchtdorf: "We need a strong faith in Christ to be able to repent. Our faith has to include a 'correct idea of God's character, perfections, and attributes.' If we believe that God knows all things, is loving and is merciful, we will be able to put our trust in Him for our salvation without wavering. Faith in Christ will change our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that are not in harmony with God's will."

*How might someone live their life differently if they believed there was no life after death?

*Through the Atonement of Jesus Christ, all will be resurrected and judged according to their works.

*"The purpose of the gospel is to cleanse people of their sins so they can receive the Savior's mercy at the day of judgment." (Preach My Gospel, p. 6.)

DC 84:74-88

62-76, They are to preach the gospel and signs will follow; 77-91, Elders are to go forth without purse or scrip, and the Lord will care for their needs;

How does it make me feel that the Lord does call me friend?

*It makes me want to be worthy of that friendship.

General Conference

Gathering the Family of God

President Henry B. Eyring

"We are not sent here completely in the dark. Each of us was given a portion of God's light, called the 'Light of Christ,' to help us distinguish between good and evil, right and wrong. This is why even those who live with little or no knowledge of the Father's plan can still sense, in their hearts, that certain actions are just and moral while others are not."

His daily Guiding Hand

M. Joseph Brough

"Through His prophets, Heavenly Father constantly reminds us that righteousness is happiness. King Benjamin, for example, taught that Heavenly Father 'doth require that ye should do as He hath commanded you; for which if ye do, He doth immediately bless you.'" (Mosiah 2:24)

I had to put James's shoes and socks on for him this morning because he couldn't bend over. There are 15 cows in the yard and he needs to go chase them away.

The Gospel Doctrine lesson this week is on the Word of Wisdom, a principle with a promise. My Primary lesson is on Joseph Smith being tarred and feathered. The gospel principle is the principle of forgiveness.

I made a chocolate cake yesterday afternoon. I like to do that and call it Sunday dinner. It was a chocolate cake with chocolate frosting so I thought James would like it. He told me that cake was his least favorite kind of chocolate. I ended up flushing the cake down the garbage disposal or I would have ended up eating all of it.

James ask me to go to town with him this morning. I really didn't want to go but I could tell he really wanted me to so I went. Of course, our first stop was at Persnikkity's for lunch. I waited in the car while he did the rest of his errands. He really want to get the electric fence up before we leave town. While I was waiting, I ordered 9 fidget spinners for my Primary class.

When we got home from town I took a nap before working on my blog, paying bills, and making a meatloaf for dinner.

For F.H.E. we read President Hinckley's lesson #12 entitled: "Obedience: Simply Live the Gospel. Afterwards I began working on a budget.

It was a disappointing day for James. The part he needed had to be ordered and he had to chase cows three times. His back is hurting very badly and it makes him angry. I told him that anger only makes things worse.

More Photos:

I wonder if Jesus likes cows as much as

He likes sheep.

They aren't as cute as sheep.

This is Winter, Christina's baby

Christina and kids

Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly:

Pure Class and Elegance

One Cool Dude!

June 4, 2016

Goodbye to Holly

Commercial Break

I love to see the temple,

I'm going there someday....

on June 22, 2017

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Sunday, June 4th, 2017

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

152nd operating temple

Dedicated: 18 September 2016 by

Henry B. Eyring

Alma 11:1-25

* What did the lawyers do in order to get gain? (see verse 20.)

* What was Amulek's answer to Zeezrom regarding the questions Zeezrom wanted to ask him? (verse 22.)

* Do you think Zeezrom would have honored his offer?

DC 84:54-73

54-61, The Saints must testify of those things they have received; 62-76, They are to preach the gospel, and signs will follow;

How can we always remember the importance of the Book of Mormon?

* By reading from it daily. Holding it up as a standard and bearing testimony of it. Every Latter-day Saint should make the study of this book a lifetime pursuit, so said the prophet, Ezra Taft Benson.

General Conference

"My Peace I Leave With You"

President Henry B. Eyring

"You will at times have your faith challenged by Satan; it happens to all disciples of Jesus Christ. Your defense against these attacks is to keep the Holy Ghost as your companion. The Spirit will speak peace to your soul. He will urge you forward in faith. And He will bring back the memory of those times when you felt the light and the love of Jesus Christ. Remembering may be one of the most precious gifts the Spirit can give you."

Happy 12th Birthday Emmy!

Up early to finish preparing for my Primary lesson. The lesson is about Joseph Smith translating the Bible and other scriptures. I think the kids will be interested to here about the Egyptian papyrus that he translated. I found this picture to show them.

An Egyptian mummy similar to the ones where

ancient papyrus was found. Joseph Smith

translated the writings on these papyrus and we now

know them as the book of Abraham in

the Pearl of Great Price.

Winna U. bore her testimony today. She was holding her great grandson Densyn. I loved her testimony. She said she knew her family was broken but Heavenly Father sent this child to them and she was grateful because there is nothing more precious than a new born baby. She said that she hoped someday the baby's mother would get well and be able to be a real mother to him. She is an amazing woman, probably about the same age as I am.

James had to chase cows before we left for church and another 3 times when we got home. I am going to call him Cowboy Jim. He is trying to protect his precious patch of grass, fruit trees, and vines. These cows are relentless.

After Primary Liana from my class usually comes back to the classroom to help me clean up. Today she didn't come but her five year old sister Tildy did. When we were finished she gave me a hug and told me that she loved me. Do you think it is because I always give her candy?

I have a new girl in my Primary class. Her name is Gracie. Her sister Bailey is in the older class. I had her class today to, which means I had Bailey, Zemira, and Kacey. I am not sure where Sister Kuffer was.

After church we came home and broke our fast. James grilled some steaks and I made a salad. Afterwards I took a short nap and James took a long one. I got up to study and work on my journal (blog.) I wrote a family message and sent it to the kids. I encouraged them to teach their kids the Articles of Faith along with their scripture study. I also reminded them about the family temple night this coming Thursday at the Mesa temple.

Today the Idaho Falls temple was rededicated by President Henry B. Eyring.

Fun Photos:

Sunday cows

June 2016

Good Ole War

Emmy 2016

2016

Since it's her birthday I am finding last

year pictures of Emmy.

Not sure when this was. Maybe 4th grade?

Here they are again.

Another twosome!

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Saturday, June 3rd, 2017

Perth, Australia

106th operating temple

Dedicated: 20 May 2001 by

Gordon B. Hinckley

Alma 10:17-32

* 1. Become angry and defensive. 2. Doubt the importance of the counsel. 3. Criticize the person who gave the counsel. 4 Question or debate the counsel. 5. Humbly listen and obey.

What are some reasons people might respond to correction in these ways?

* How did the people of Ammonihah respond to Alma and Amulek? (See Alma 9:2-3; Alma 9:4-5; Alma 10:13, 16-17; Alma 10:24; 28-30.

* Why are these responses spiritually dangerous?

DC 84:40-53

33-44, Men gain eternal life through the oath and covenant of the priesthood; 45-53, The Spirit of Christ enlightens men, and the world lies in sin;

What spirit "enlighteneth" every man/woman?

* The Spirit of God which is given to every man/woman. We sometimes call it our conscience.
General Conference

Certain Women

Linda K. Burton

"When her son was needed to volunteer for the Mormon Battalion, at first Drusilla resisted and wrestled in prayer with Heavenly Father until, "it was as though a voice said to her, 'Do you not want the highest glory?' She answered naturally, 'Yes,' and the voice continued, 'How do you think to gain it save by making the greatest sacrifices?'" We learn from this certain woman that covenant-keeping discipleship requires our willingness to sacrifice."

James hurt his back working outside. He came in and took a couple of aspirin and now he is lying on the floor. I feel so bad for him. There is so much he wants to do around here and it is difficult when you are only one person and you are working with pain and injury.

I read an article in the Ensign this morning while I was ironing James's white shirt for tomorrow. The title: "Face Uncertainty with Faith." It was directed at the young adults. I wish my grandsons would read it. There were several suggestions: 1.) Educate your desires. 2.) Align your desires with His. 3.) Move forward with faith. 3.) Glory in the mystery. 4.) Enhance the opportunity to grow.

Alex started a discussion on Facebook about the children of Israel being fed "rain bread" and wandering in the wilderness for forty years and how the rain bread on a daily basis was impossible. We are fasting to know how to help him and our other grandchildren who are struggling.

We started our fast after lunch which was tuna sandwiches with tomato soup. James and I then watched a Brooke Shields Hallmark movies and mysteries series which turned out to be pretty good considering neither one of us like Brooke Shields very well.

James worked on his trailer and I worked on my blog and my Primary lesson. When the sun went down James came in to work on his Sunday School lesson.

Jared was supposed to have his kids this weekend but the two older ones would not get in the car when he went to pick them up. It might have something to do with the fact that Tricia and Jeremy got a boat and they promised Emmy for her birthday on Sunday that they would take the boat to the lake. It looks like Jared, Kacey, and Molly had a good time anyway.