"I feel certain that if, in our homes, parents will read from the Book of Mormon prayerfully and regularly, both by themselves and with their children, the spirit of that great book will come to permeate our homes and all who dwell therein. The spirit of reverence will increase; mutual respect and consideration for each other will grow. The spirit of contention will depart. Parents will counsel their children in greater love and wisdom. Children will be more responsive and submissive to the counsel of their parents. Righteousness will increase. Faith, hope, and charity- the pure love of Christ- will abound in our homes and lives, bringing in their wake peace, joy, and happiness."
President Marion G. Romney, Conference Report April 1980.
Riley and I have been trying to read a chapter from the Book of Mormon each night. It is amazing what that has done for us as a couple and as a family. It brings the spirit of the Lord into our home in such a powerful way. It has also helped me to be more at peace with all the things that are going on in the world that I don't have power to change. It has helped me to keep an eternal perspective in my life.
A couple of nights ago we were reading in Ether, chapter 12, verse 27.
"And if men come unto me I will show unto them their aweakness. I bgive unto men weakness that they may be humble; and my cgrace is sufficient for all men that dhumble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make eweak things become strong unto them."
That verse hit me so strongly, it applied to me in a way that it hadn't before. I felt so much love and amazement to think that my weaknesses are actually things that help my Heavenly Father to show His love for me, that if I trust Him and submit to His will, He will be able to make my weaknesses become my strengths. Sometimes I forget that He really has a plan for me and that even though I don't see the entire picture, He does. Whatever trials we go through in life are for our good, given by a loving Heavenly Father, to help us draw closer to Him and eventually to return to His presence. In the process He helps us every step of the way, if we allow Him. Our endurance through lifes challenges make us stronger and helps us to trust a Father in Heaven that has our best interest in mind. Then He can also use us to help others be strengthened and blessed.
I am grateful for the application of Book of Mormon teachings in my life. I know that this is a true book of scripture given to us by a loving Father in Heaven. I have felt the difference it makes in my life and hope that I will not allow myself to be distracted from living its teachings.
Thank you for your testimony of the Book of Mormon! We talked about it in Sunday School yesterday and I was impressed to share our experience on how reading it as a family was an answer to prayers. The teacher came up to me afterwards and thanked me and asked about Kaden. She is apparently going through the same thing with her little boy. It is amazing the power of the Spirit and the Book of Mormon. It is our answer now too as we are going through challenges with Saige. We will be more faithful in reading as a family and doing our personal scripture study. Your testimony here only solidified this truth. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI, too, have noticed a difference in my life when I read the scriptures. I tend to be a better Mom, kinder, more patient. The kids still fight, but, not as much. Honestly, I don't know how we can go through our lives without that help. There is too much going on in the world- things that are too scary. It's impossible to get through it all without the aid of the Spirit, and the knowledge from the Book of Mormon.
ReplyDeleteI love the Book of Mormon! It has brought such a wonderful peace into my life. When we read it as a family, the Spirit is stronger in our home. Thank you for your testimony, Charity! I am so grateful that our loving Father in Heaven provided this remarkable book!
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