General conference recap…

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Well, it’s been just over a month now since we had general conference. The great thing about general conference is that it lives on as we continue to study the talks that were given. Why don’t you take a few fifteen minutes to remind yourself about what we learned by watching the video below?

You can watch, read, and listen to all of these messages in full HERE.

My dear friends, general conference is a source of God’s word here on earth. The words written can lead us and direct us to make the most critical of decisions in our lives. As you read, not only will the things said touch your heart but the action of reading alone will allow God to whisper to you personal messages. God wants to speak to us. He wants to speak to YOU. He loves us. He loves YOU. He wants us to know His will for us. He wants YOU to know His will for YOU. Allow Him to talk to you by turning towards Him and listening. Please read and study the words of His servants, His apostles and prophets, as given in this last General Conference. If you do, you will know…

A book of mormon story…

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I really like this video! First of all, the movie is well done and I think there are not only some neat shots but also some great animation. I also like the content. Like Chris, I too know that the Book of Mormon is true. There is a promise at the end of the book that if you read it it, pray about it, and ask God, then you will get an answer from God that it is true. (Read the promise here) I have done this and I know without a doubt that God answers prayers. Really, He answers prayers! He not only answers them but He answers in a very personal way, leaving no doubt that He loves you and knows you. I have come to know God better by reading the Book of Mormon and that has made all the difference in my life.

One of my favorite versus from the Book of Mormon says that, “it is by faith that miracles are wrought; and it is by faith that angels appear and minister unto men; wherefore, if these things have ceased wo be unto the children of men, for it is because of unbelief” (Found here) I know that God is a God of miracles. Watch for His miracles daily in your life and you will see them. One way that I have built my faith to see God’s miracles is through reading this book. If you have a copy, read it! Let God show you He loves you by putting faith in Him! If you don’t have a copy of this book, click the picture below to get a free copy. It will change your life!

General Conference…

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Yesterday I had the unique opportunity of attending the Saturday morning session of General Conference. For those of you who may not know or understand what I mean when I say “General Conference,” please let me explain. In the LDS faith, every 6 months members of the church gather from all across the world to listen to God’s living prophet and apostles. We believe that the words they speak are the exact words that God would like us to hear. Their words give us guidance, direction, peace, comfort, knowledge, and help us to know how to change and be better people. They teach about a variety of topics but are centrally focused on the teachings of Jesus Christ. These conferences are the highlights of my year. They have 2 general sessions on Saturday and 2 general sessions on Sunday. Two days of pure goodness! I find that as I listen to the inspired words, I allow God to communicate with me directly. Often it’s not in the words that are spoken but the feelings that I feel that I find answers to my prayers. God loves each and every one of us! That means YOU! He wants to be a part of your life. Do we listen? Conference is your chance to listen. It’s about creating the environment where God can talk to you. I love my savior Jesus Christ and I’m excited for another full day of conference.

I had the unique experience yesterday of going with some good friends to the actual conference center in Salt Lake City.

Although this beautiful edifice above has a capacity of 21,333, there is no way that all 14 million members of the church can attend this event live. We have members all throughout the world. That is why we broadcast it! If you have some time today or anytime go here to see what the prophet and apostles have to say!
LDS General Conference October 2011

They made some pretty exciting announcements yesterday. I’m especially excited about the new temple to be built in Provo, Utah! You probably know that the Provo Tabernacle burned down last year. They are going to rebuild it as the Second Temple in Provo! Here is a picture that my best friend took just a couple of days after the event.

If you’re looking for a good photographer, he does a great job for any event! Here is a link to his website.
Captured By Dash Photography

Here is what the new temple is projected to look like! Isn’t it beautiful!?

I’m very excited for this little tidbit of news. Enjoy conference!

What matters most…

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So today was great! I got a new church calling. For those who don’t know, in the LDS church everything is run by volunteers. Thus, a church calling is like an assignment that the members take on to make things run smoothly and efficiently. Better put, a volunteer position. I gave a talk in church and spent a great afternoon with my best friend. Pretty awesome day!

I also decided to start a new tradition on my blog. Every Sunday I’d like to post something that has a spiritual thought to it. I love the focus on relationships in this video. Only 2 minutes… check it out!

Moments that matter most…

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One of my favorite messages…

“Peace is when time doesn’t matter as it passes by.”
-Maria Schell