Thoughts of Intercession
I don't know about you, but it has been a pretty good week around here. We had snow on Wednesday, are supposed to get more snow this week, and then more next week. I don't think it will all stick around to have a white Christmas, but we will see. All the neighbors are doing everything they can to prepare for it now. I am surprised how many trees are already up as we drive by their homes.
Even without the weather report, we are doing pretty good. I have been thinking a great deal about the Atonement, the Law, the Sacrament, and how it all works. When you sit down and think about it all, it can be kind of overwhelming. As I have pondered various verses and listened to conference talks, I have tried to imagine the day when I stand before the Lord. In Sunday School, we have been studying 3 Nephi 11-19 the past few weeks. As I have, I have reflected upon Elder K. Brett Nattress, you remember the brother who was embarrassed because he told his mother he was not listening to her while she read scriptures each morning. How many of us have really been there, but not had the guts to confess? But that is not the part that stands out most for me from his talk. I am touched by the words or image he creates as he reminds us of 3 Nephi 17, where Christ asked for the people to bring their children forward. Can you imagine standing before for Him, "As a child" and turning to your parent to tell them that you know who is before you. I think the vision is, "Mom, Dad, it Him, Jesus Christ." Wow, what an image! Then I turn to this weeks verse of scripture, 2 Nephi 2:10.
Because of the intercession He made for all, we will all stand in the presence of Him. We will be judged according to the truth and holiness that is in Him. Can you see yourself standing there? Will you be as a little child? Will you fall at His feet? Will you accept the answers He has given to fulfill the ends of the law? the ends of the Atonement?
As I ponder these thoughts, I am filled with gratitude to know that He has given so much in my behalf. I am overwhelmed with the love, forgiveness, and mercy He extends to me. I do not fully understand it, but I know, as I have often found myself calling upon His love, forgiveness, and mercy, by the power of the Holy Ghost that He hears my pleadings, accepts my offering to Him as I forsake my weakness, confess my misdeeds, and strive on a daily basis to turn always to Him. I hope and pray that you will do the same. That you will feel the same. That you will experience the same witness that I have received as you do so.
Okay, on with the week.
It has been a busy week. Most of us here worked with the weekend in mind. It was wonderful to be able to gather, catch up, and spend time together. Those of you who were not able to join us were missed and thought of often.
The Queen did a little of everything this week. Take calls, train, and received training. It has been a busy week.
The Professor is preparing for a week of Holiday performances from the combined 5th grade classes. I think in the back of her mind she is also looking forward to the end of another track period. Just a few more weeks.
Tall Man is spending a great deal of time re-constructing at the local theater. It sounds like the past week has been filled with long days and very few sleeping hours.
Ehl-Bo continues to build her wears for her online store and seek employment in between. It was good to spend time with both of them this weekend.
We have exchanged a few word with Songbird the past few week. With her new job and our crazy schedules, it has been hard to connect face to face. We will work on that this week, maybe over the holidays. We only get bits and pieces of what is happening in her life and look forward to hearing more.
As we enter a week of Thanksgiving, we hope and pray you are all well served, serve well, and have the opportunity to make memories for a life time.
Until next time...
Cheerios
Even without the weather report, we are doing pretty good. I have been thinking a great deal about the Atonement, the Law, the Sacrament, and how it all works. When you sit down and think about it all, it can be kind of overwhelming. As I have pondered various verses and listened to conference talks, I have tried to imagine the day when I stand before the Lord. In Sunday School, we have been studying 3 Nephi 11-19 the past few weeks. As I have, I have reflected upon Elder K. Brett Nattress, you remember the brother who was embarrassed because he told his mother he was not listening to her while she read scriptures each morning. How many of us have really been there, but not had the guts to confess? But that is not the part that stands out most for me from his talk. I am touched by the words or image he creates as he reminds us of 3 Nephi 17, where Christ asked for the people to bring their children forward. Can you imagine standing before for Him, "As a child" and turning to your parent to tell them that you know who is before you. I think the vision is, "Mom, Dad, it Him, Jesus Christ." Wow, what an image! Then I turn to this weeks verse of scripture, 2 Nephi 2:10.
Because of the intercession He made for all, we will all stand in the presence of Him. We will be judged according to the truth and holiness that is in Him. Can you see yourself standing there? Will you be as a little child? Will you fall at His feet? Will you accept the answers He has given to fulfill the ends of the law? the ends of the Atonement?
As I ponder these thoughts, I am filled with gratitude to know that He has given so much in my behalf. I am overwhelmed with the love, forgiveness, and mercy He extends to me. I do not fully understand it, but I know, as I have often found myself calling upon His love, forgiveness, and mercy, by the power of the Holy Ghost that He hears my pleadings, accepts my offering to Him as I forsake my weakness, confess my misdeeds, and strive on a daily basis to turn always to Him. I hope and pray that you will do the same. That you will feel the same. That you will experience the same witness that I have received as you do so.
Okay, on with the week.
It has been a busy week. Most of us here worked with the weekend in mind. It was wonderful to be able to gather, catch up, and spend time together. Those of you who were not able to join us were missed and thought of often.
The Queen did a little of everything this week. Take calls, train, and received training. It has been a busy week.
The Professor is preparing for a week of Holiday performances from the combined 5th grade classes. I think in the back of her mind she is also looking forward to the end of another track period. Just a few more weeks.
Tall Man is spending a great deal of time re-constructing at the local theater. It sounds like the past week has been filled with long days and very few sleeping hours.
Ehl-Bo continues to build her wears for her online store and seek employment in between. It was good to spend time with both of them this weekend.
We have exchanged a few word with Songbird the past few week. With her new job and our crazy schedules, it has been hard to connect face to face. We will work on that this week, maybe over the holidays. We only get bits and pieces of what is happening in her life and look forward to hearing more.
As we enter a week of Thanksgiving, we hope and pray you are all well served, serve well, and have the opportunity to make memories for a life time.
Until next time...
Cheerios
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