Why Are the Little Things So Important?

by Miriam Caldwell | More from this Blogger

06 May 2009 08:02 PM

Often I think about what one aspect of living the gospel stands out as the most important thing that I should focus on, and I never can quite pinpoint what one thing is the most important. Every aspect, and principle is equally important to maintaining and strengthening your testimony. Each individual aspect works to make you balanced and whole, and neglecting one aspect such as personal scripture study, personal prayer, paying your tithing or attending the temple can all have a negative influence on you.

It is important to remember that the little things help to maintain an overall peace and balance in our lives. Often the little things are the first things pushed aside on a busy day or when you wake up late in the morning, but it is important that you continue to focus and do those little things. Keeping the commandments and strengthening your testimony helps you to stay focused and to find peace during your struggles.

It is also important that you work as a family on the little things. Regular family prayer, family scripture study and family home evening can help to balance out your home environment as well. It also gives a busy family the opportunity to gather together each day and focus on the most important parts of life. It can create family unity and memories. These can be essential to your kids as they grow older and move out of the house.

It is also important to take time each day or each week to reflect back on how you are doing overall. These moments of reflection can help you to find peace. They can also help you to correct any mistakes that you are making. As you do this you will find a greater sense of peace and purpose in this life. The Lord will bless you with the ability to see the things you need to change as you ask him to help you. Then as you make changes, you will see other areas that you can improve in as well.

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Miriam is a SAHM mom of three children. She has a daughter who is seven, and two sons, four and two. She loves being a parent and spending time with her children.

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