This chapter starts with an If/Then statement. If the Gentiles “hearken unto the Lamb of God in that day that he shall manifest himself unto them in word, and also in power, in very deed, unto the taking away of their stumbling blocks—(1) And harden not their hearts against the Lamb of God, [Then] they…
Missionaries called to serve throughout the world for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are usually young people between the ages of 18-26. Adult couples and single sisters can also serve. I love reading missionary letters, because they’re so inspirational. These kids give up 18 months to 2 years of their lives at…
I love the prophet, Joseph Smith. He was and is a great man who God used to restore the truth to the earth after centuries of darkness and confusion. There were other great men named Joseph in ancient history. In 2 Nephi 3 (in the Book of Mormon), Lehi talks to his son named…
I’ve been thinking lately about how many times I have prayed in my life for sleep. Ridiculous, I know! Many of those were pretty heartfelt though, especially as a new mom. “Please, please, please, let this baby sleep for more than 37 minutes this time.” “Wahhhhh!” Oh, the broken-hearted tears in those moments. It’s a…
I hope you don’t mind indulging a proud mother. You see, this year for Christmas I will be given the gift of a return missionary. My beautiful daughter pictured above will return home with honor on Christmas Eve. No words can express how joyous I know our reunion will be. I can’t adequately describe the…
