Let’s use the Lord’s new way of moving forward of “Love, Share, Invite”.  These steps are sequential, one leads to another.  These steps are the recipe for the long game, which lasts a lifetime.  Let’s apply this concept to everything we do in our lives and in our church service.

The Lord knows that as we do his will, in his way, we will have increased Joy.  He wants us to bask in this Joy! 

Let’s take advantage of this reset that the Lord has provided us with, don’t get stuck in the ways of the past.  Let us find better ways to fulfill our stewardship.  Doing things the right way is not always the fastest way, this might even feel slower which seems harder, but it isn’t harder.  It is more rewarding for all.

King Benjamin taught his people this important truth: “And see that all these things are done in wisdom and order; for it is not requisite that a man should run faster than he has strength. And again, it is expedient that he should be diligent, that thereby he might win the prize; therefore, all things must be done in order” (Mosiah 4:27).

Have Faith and Lean on the Atonement of Christ.  Place on Christ’s atonement your fears, anxiety, doubts, and insecurities.  He wants to take it from you.

Don’t listen to the craftiness of man, but lean on him that is mighty to save.  Don’t let the world place shame upon you.  Shame comes from the devil, the father of all lies.  Do NOT look upon the large and spacious building for those within us the pride of the world to place shame upon you and tell you that you are not good enough. 

You are good enough if you continue on the covenant path, always turning toward him (Repentance and Forgiveness) and trusting in his mercy.

• D&C 64: 9-10:
  • 9 ​Wherefore, I say unto you, that ye ought to ​​​forgive​ one another; for he that ​​​forgiveth​ not his brother his trespasses standeth condemned before the Lord; for there remaineth in him the greater sin.
  • ​​​10 ​I, the Lord, will ​​​forgive​ whom I will forgive, but of you, it is required to ​​​forgive​ all men.

Why does the Lord limit his forgiveness in this scripture or is he really limiting his forgiveness?  Extending forgiveness to others is a prerequisite for his forgiveness.  Think about this for a minute.  Let the spirit teach you truth.

Challenge for the Youth

Read the Book of Mormon in 100 days.  Start your day with scripture and you will find your day goes smoother.  The anxiety and worry you feel will be reduced, and challenges will feel more manageable.

Pray often and keep a prayer in your heart, asking for forgiveness so the spirit of the Lord, the Holy Ghost, can dwell with you throughout your day. 

Find a few minutes during the day to quiet your mind (turn off the distractions of the world) and ponder the things you read.  Then notice the feelings of love that come from the spirit.  Acknowledge them and thank the Lord in prayers for blessing you with his spirit.

27 ​​​​Peace​ I leave with you, my ​​​peace​ I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be ​​​troubled​, neither let it be afraid.

John 14:27

Love,

• Bishop Jeff Anderson
• Highland 28th Ward
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