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Give the Gift of Forgiveness

The best gift that you can give to someone and to yourself is to give the gift of forgiveness. There are hurts that many of us carry within us, wrongs that have been done intentionally or unintentionally. Although you may not focus on these things, you may find old feelings of anger or hurt that come up suddenly. It can be difficult to forgive someone, especially when they do not admit that they have done anything wrong. But forgiveness can free both of you from negative feelings and give you a chance at peace. Take time today to think of … Continue reading →

Forgiveness and Marriage

Forgiveness is a very important part of any relationship, but it is especially true in your marriage. We are commanded by the Lord to forgive all men regardless of what their offense is. When it comes to your marriage, it is important to be able to fully forgive your spouse. There may be instances when a transgression (such as an affair or abuse) may end the marriage, however it is still important to forgive your spouse so that you can find peace in your heart. The cycle of annoyances and irritants can escalate rapidly especially with those that you are … Continue reading →

Family Home Evening: Forgiveness

This week’s family home evening lesson is on forgiveness. This is loosely based on the General conference talk “The Healing Power of Forgiveness.” This is great topic to teach even your youngest children. It is important for children to learn how to forgive. You should also point out that if we are struggling to forgive others that the Atonement can help us to forgive others as well. You can open the lesson by sharing Doctrine and Covenants 64:10 with your family. Discuss the scripture. You may want to ask your children whom they should forgive. If your children are all … Continue reading →

General Conference: “The Healing Power of Forgiveness”

In his talk “The Healing Power of Forgiveness” President James E Faust spoke about how forgiving others helps to you heals you more completely. President Faust begins his talk by sharing a story of the Amish people. A man went and attacked one of their schools injuring and killing several. The Amish freely forgave him, and even gave some of the money that people sent them to his family. He points out that this forgiveness is an example to all of us. President Faust points out that it can be difficult to forgive people right away. He acknowledges that some … Continue reading →

Taking Out the Trash

My children don’t seem to understand the difference between garbage and treasure. They hang on to every scrap of paper, yogurt container, soda bottle, tin foil bit, and inch of string. Every time I help them clean their rooms, we have deep discussions over what constitutes garbage and what really is worth keeping. I always throw out at least two garbage sacks of treasures, mostly for sanitary reasons but also for sanity reasons, and they are in tears because of it. I can’t wait until they are finally old enough to get what I mean when I say, “that’s garbage” … Continue reading →

Don’t Judge the Church by the People

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had a conversation with someone that goes like this: “My Uncle Henry used to be a member, but then his home teacher said something unkind, and he hasn’t been back to church since.” I think it’s safe to say that we’ve all had a church leader say something insensitive or downright rude. This does not, in any way, reflect on the church itself. The leaders we are given are human. They have bad days. They don’t always act in the manner God would like them to behave – in short, they’re just … Continue reading →

Sorrow That the Eye Can’t See

Have you ever been waiting in line and had someone cut in? Have you asked someone a question, only to get your head bitten off? Have you been driving down the road and had a fellow motorist make a slightly less than friendly gesture at you? Did a door get slammed in your house today? How did this make you feel? Did you want to retaliate, or did you shrug it off? The hymn “Lord, I Would Follow Thee” contains these lines: Who am I to judge another when I walk imperfectly? In the quiet heart is hidden sorrow that … Continue reading →

His Infinite Patience

Imagine you’re watching a new baby learn how to walk. She pulls herself up and wobbles around, trying to find her center of balance. She takes a hesitant step forward, only to lose control and flop backward on her bottom Do you get angry with her? Of course not. She’s just a baby, and she has so much to learn. No matter how many times she gets up and tries again, only to fall, you are patient with her. You know that in time, she’ll figure it all out, and you’re content for that day to arrive. Now imagine our … Continue reading →

The Idols We Choose For Ourselves

In ancient days, men and women showed their devotion to their gods by holding sacrifices in their honor. Those gods were often symbolized by idols, either in the form of the god or in a shape the god would find pleasing. With the coming of Jesus Christ, mankind was taught that idol worship is wrong, and that there is only one true God. As Latter-day Saints, we don’t erect statues of gold or bronze to honor our gods – we recognize that our God wants a different kind of sacrifice, that of a broken heart and a contrite spirit. But … Continue reading →

LDS Week in Review August 27-September 1

I want to start the week in review by saying good bye to Nola. She explains her decision to leave in Farewell. I have really enjoyed reading her insights and having her as a coblogger. I wish her the very best. I also want to welcome Tristi aboard as an LDS blogger. She has been blogging here for some time in both Media and Movie reviews. She has also completed some guest LDS blogs. I know that she will have a lot to share as well. In Chronology of the Old Testament Nola explains how the events in the Old … Continue reading →