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This blog is specifically designed for me to record spiritual knowledge and impressions I've gained from studying, sharing, and living the gospel of Jesus Christ. As Elder Richard G. Scott said, "Knowledge carefully recorded is knowledge available in time of need. Spiritually sensitive information should be kept in a sacred place that communicates to the Lord how you treasure it. That practice enhances the likelihood of your receiving further light" ("Acquiring Spiritual Knowledge," General Conference, October 1993).

Although I do my best to adhere to doctrine according to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, what I write is based on my own understanding. Always pray about information you are unsure of, and if you find anything wrong, please bring it to my attention.

I receive no monetary compensation for this blog. My sole purpose in writing is to encourage spiritual growth and learning, so please share your comments and insights so "all may be edified together" (D&C 84:110). Thank you for reading!

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New URL Coming Soon To Avoid Using "Mormon"

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Today, my husband and I spoke in sacrament meeting. Here is the first part of my talk ( read Part 2  and Part 3 ): “The effect of our words and acts is tremendous in this world. Every moment of life you are changing to a degree the lives of the whole world.” Those are the words of President David O. McKay.* If we have such an astounding influence over the world, we need to be examples of righteousness. As Paul counseled, “Be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. . . . Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in so doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee” (1 Timothy 4:12, 16). The Lord said, “He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also” (John 14:12). So to be an example of the believers is to do what the Lord has done so that we can “save [ourselves], and them that hear [us].” We usually apply this principle to missionary work, but it also e...

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