Fall Not From Your Steadfastness
When are we spiritually safe? Is there ever a point we can just let our guard down?
When are we spiritually safe? Is there ever a point we can just let our guard down?
I’m a big fan of Spiderman, and today, I’m drawing a parallel that might help inspire you to get out of your comfort zone a little more!
With COVID quarantines we have all become a little more self-sufficient and self-contained. We now know how to entertain ourselves from inside our homes for an indefinite amount of time.
Ready to get all the quick context for D&C 81-83? I’m filling you in on all the important people, places, and events so that you can dive into the spiritual lessons!
Have you ever felt offended on behalf of someone else? Joseph Smith and Edward Partridge have a serious disagreement yet reconcile. Ezra Booth remains bitter, long after Joseph and Edward forgive one another. Dr. Godfrey continues to expound upon the history of these sections, the applications of forgiveness, reconciliation, service, and how quick the Lord is to forgive.
Do you ever struggle to identify with those in the scriptures? In Section 81, we see Frederick G. William’s name but originally the revelation listed Jesse Gause’s name (but he didn’t serve faithfully and was replaced with Williams). Dr. Matthew Godfrey explains how the revelations can be used and applied to Saints today, regardless of the names in the scriptures. These sections may seem brief but Dr. Godfrey expounds on the historical backgrounds that make these sections soon to be some of your favorites as they discuss service, ministering, and how the Lord qualifies those whom He calls.
Have you ever felt a sense of overwhelming fear and wondered: is that me or the spirit? Today we’re talking about whether or not God speaks to His children with fear.
I was super overwhelmed when I looked at my kitchen the other day. Which meant that I kept distracting myself with my phone or with snacks.
Why do we keep the commandments? Are we depositing righteousness in a heavenly accounting, hoping to save enough to make it to the celestial kingdom?
I had an interaction with my daughter the other day that reminded me of the Little Red Hen story. Listen to my tie-in to Section 78 today!