Monday, May 18, 2020

Sunday, May 17th, 2020

Mount Timpanogos, Utah
49th operating temple
Dedicated: 13 Oct 1996
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, King
Malachi 1:14
But cursed be the deceiver, which hath in his flock a male, and voweth, and sacrificeth unto the Lord a corrupt thing: for I am a great King, saith the Lord of hosts, and my name is dreadful among the heathen.
Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"
Mosiah 24 with James; Sunday journal; study guide; "Come Follow Me Weekly" podcast
Lambson Study Group
Personal Revelation discussion with Kacey, Jared, Kim, Brian, and Sheri
Inklings
Restoration
April General Conference
"The Melchizedek Priesthood and the Keys"
President Dallin H. Oaks
"The priesthood is a divine power and authority held in trust to be used for God's work for the benefit of all of His children. Priesthood is not those who have been ordained to a priesthood office or those who exercise its authority. Men who hold the priesthood are not the priesthood. While we should not refer to ordained men as the priesthood, it is appropriate to refer to them as holders of the priesthood."




"Confide in God Unwaveringly"
Uliesses Soares
April 2017

I am determined, dedicated, and long-suffering.

We had 3 yearling cow elk and one older cow elk in our field this morning. 

Heard this quote in something I listened to today but I'm not sure where: Sometimes the best views come after the hardest climbs. 

Here is a quote from James, well actually from Karl Marx. James is referring to the current Covid-19 crisis: "Never let a crisis go to waste" - Karl Marx

I spent the morning finishing up my "Come Follow Me" studies. I read chapter 24 of Mosiah with James and then filled in my Mosiah 24 study guide. At 10:30 we went to the Peeler's to have the sacrament and to study "Come Follow Me" with the Peeler's, Goodman's, and Crane's. 

Meeting at the Peeler's: Opening song - "Let the Holy Spirit Guide"
Prayer - James, Sacrament hymn - "God Loved Us So He Sent His Son" sacrament blessed and passed by Pierce, Chuck, and Owen.
Discussion of "Come Follow Me - Mosiah 18-24 - We Entered into a Covenant with Him". I shared my comparison of Limhi's people and Alma's people. Making covenants with the Lord and keeping them saved Alma's people from destruction and misery. It reminds me of a quote by Mary Ellen Edmunds: "In a crisis one can only hope that a covenant-keeper is available."

For refreshment we had red jello with strawberries and bananas and whipped cream. It was light and refreshing! Thank you Donna. It was so nice to have the Crane's with us today. They are hosting next week.

James and I went home to a lunch of chicken enchiladas and a half Burger King green chili mixed burro a piece. Afterwards we both took a nap and then James got up and went to visit Anthony who had requested a visit and a message. They discussed the "Come Follow Me" lesson which Anthony had not studied. James played the Abinadi video for him. Anthony said, "I miss church." Anthony's message to James: "I see UFO's out here all the time."

I stayed home and reviewed the talks for our discussion on personal revelation today. My two favorite talks were the one by Elder Holland and Elder Scott. The ones by Elder Hale and President Packer were good too. I am so glad we are having these discussions. Thank you Kim and Brian for starting this group.

When James returned it was time to FaceTime with Kacey, Jared, and Charlie. Charlie wanted to see my Olaf. I had to tell her that I gave it to my little friend Leland.  Charlie was so sad, I guess she is really in to the movie "Frozen" now. I told her I would order another one and have it next week. 

At 6 p.m. it was time for our Lambson Study Group skype call. 
Kacey led the discussion on personal revelation and shared the personal experience about she and Jared moving to San Antonio and how they felt it was inspired but it did not turn out how they had hoped. This was a great way to start the discussion. Sheri shared a struggle she is having with Dr. Vanover regarding her disrespect for LDS people. We encouraged her to take a stand but she does not want to offend, yet Dr. Vanover is offending her. I think this is a classic example of standing up for what you believe in and it can be done in a non-offensive way. I pray that Sheri will have the strength to do this. 

James and I love this time with our family. It is such a good thing to do on the Sabbath. I am so grateful for my children and Kacey and Brian and their testimonies of the gospel.

This evening James wrote a letter to Ben and I worked on my blog. 
Afterwards we watched an episode of "Lark Rise to Candleford."

James is not pleased with Dorcas's casual 
attitude towards the missing clockworks
package. He blames the post office and she
is defending it. Minnie took the package so
Fisher, the clock maker, would stay longer with Laura.



 I watched this yesterday





 Looks delicious!

My grandma Maxwell

 Sunday Charlie

 Listened to Lamb of God today.
This is the first song.









 Charlie!







 Hall family in our ward
Love this!


 Beautiful Arizona




The Crane's son is involved in the
development of this park. Kathy 
told us that funding had been delayed
and this is affecting Jeff's family.
They are living on their "reserves."



Saturday, May 16th, 2020

Hong Kong, China
48th operating temple
Dedicated: 26 May 1996
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, King
John 12:15
Fear not, daughter of Sion: behold, thy King cometh, citting on an ass's colt.
Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"
Mosiah 23 with James; Sunday journal, study guide; Proctor's Come Follow Me podcast
Lambson Study Group
Review four talks
Restoration
Church History in the Fulness of Times, Chapter 16
Inklings
Restoration Proclamation; James 1:5-6, 17 and "Spiritually Defining Memories by Elder Andersen
April General Conference
"He Goes Before Us"
President Henry B. Eyring
"The veil was taken from our minds, and the eyes of our understanding were opened.
We saw the Lord standing upon the breastwork of the pulpit, before us; and under his feet was a paved work of pure gold, in color like amber. 
His eyes were as a flame of fire; the hair of his head was white like the pure snow; his countenance shone above the brightness of the sun; and his voice was as the sound of the rushing of great waters, even the voice of Jehovah, saying:
"I am the first and the last; I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain; I am your advocate with the Father."



Fulfillment of Prophecy
Elder Ronald A. Rasband
April 2020


 I am grateful, determined and consistent.

As I was walking this morning and listening to Brother Clayton's talk, "That Your Burdens May Be Light," I asked myself the question: "How can I do missionary work?" The thought occurred to me that I could study the Book of Mormon with Jean Howard. I can hardly wait to ask her!

James spent most of the morning working on sales tax reports. He finally got them all done and mailed off. 

I used the rest of the cooked chicken I had in the refrigerator to make chicken enchiladas. I used my recipe for green chili stew for the sauce and added a can of red enchilada sauce to it. I actually made a chicken enchilada casserole instead of making separate rolled enchiladas. They tasted very good. James said they tasted just like the enchiladas he gets at La Casita. I don't think I could have asked for a better compliment. 

Anthony brought us by a bale of hay today. He said he didn't want us to pay him but we managed to scrounge up $30 between the two of us. I also dished up some enchiladas in a plastic container for him. He was grateful because he said the only thing he had to eat today was a piece of banana bread made by Sister Howard. He loved the enchiladas!

I paid a couple of credit cards today including my Amazon Store card so I will be ready to start buying books again. 
I read several chapters to James from "Aunt Dimity and the Lost Prince." James and I are very curious to find out if there really is a Prince Mikhail.

James took Luna for a ride. I spent about 3 hours studying the gospel and then took a shower. We watched the next episode of "Lark Rise to Candleford" before going to bed.'
When Dorcas is suddenly taken ill, Laura finds herself with more than one problem to solve. Afraid to admit that even she has limitations, Laura decides that she will not fail Dorcas. However, she soon realizes that she must accept her own weaknesses if she is to succeed. 
Quotes
Laura:
"To Miss Lane the business of the post office was not work, it was life. And all the threads of all the stories being played out around her seemed to meet and cross in her hands, such clever, capable hands. It was impossible to imagine they could ever falter or fail. (Miss Lane faints after sending a telegram for the Pratt sisters).
Dorcas to Minnie who is tucking her into bed:
Minnie,I have influenza, it is not terminal.
Dorcas: Laura, I am so sorry to burden you like this.
Laura: It's not a burden but a privilege Miss Lane. I won't fail you.
Dorcas: You have all my confidence, and all my trust.


Layne is the one youth in our ward
who graduated from high school this year