Happy Spring!

I love springtime because this time of year is when new growth occurs. The Easter season is upon us and this is my favorite holiday. This week I have been studying Christ's suffering in Gethsemane. I am grateful for His sacrifice for me. I am glad He suffered for my sins and for my mistakes. I learned an important lesson this past week. I almost made a huge mistake, but my mom caught it. My mom realized I didn't have enough time on my Passport to go to Costa Rica. I thought I was good with three months left on it, but I needed 6 months left on it. I scrambled and had to pay a great deal of money (over $400) to get a new one quickly. I relate this experience to how sometimes we come up short and make mistakes. I had to pay for my mistake by spending heaps of money on a new Passport. This could have been a bigger problem and I might have missed my trip. My mom stepped in and helped me just like Jesus Christ steps in and helps us when we let Him. Jesus Christ makes up the difference when we fall short of our potential. I hope we remember Jesus Christ and His love and sacrifice for us each day. May God, bless you in your daily adventures. I love this picture/quote I found on Facebook.

Having Faith In The Future

   
    Happy Wednesday my friends! I hope you are all doing well. I have been studying Matthew chapters 23- 24, Mark chapter 13, and Luke chapter 21. These chapters talk about what signs will take place before the Savior comes again. I believe God wants all of us to know He is a God of love. He wants us to have peace and happiness by being prepared. I must have courage to live God's commandments. I don't have to agree with the world's values. I know reading and studying the scriptures makes me understand God's truths and how I must live. This morning I couldn't sleep, because I was upset about a situation. I decided to read my scriptures. I felt peace and courage that everything would work out.

     I don't want to focus on worldly values so I have been trying not to spend too much time on social media.  I don't want to miss my opportunity of making a difference in the lives of the people who are standing right beside me. I don't want to get caught up in the big social movements of these days and lose sight of the person who needs my help the most. I believe we can look to the future with faith because there is good we can do every day. I believe in being positive and putting my trust in God. I know I can show love and kindness to others and serve in my community. One of my life missions is to love the children who surround me and make sure they feel valued and safe. How can you have faith in the future?
I found this quote on Facebook at this link. https://www.facebook.com/bookofmormon/photos/a.261378873918015.73603.245823945473508/1263084437080782/?type=3&theater