Have I done any good?

Have I done any good in the world today? Have I helped anyone in need? Have I cheered up the sad and made someone feel glad? If not, I have failed indeed. Has anyone's burden been lighter today, because I was willing to share? Have the sick and weary been helped on their way? When they needed my help was I there? Then wake up and do something more than dream of your mansions above. Doing good is a pleasure, a joy beyond measure, a blessing of duty and love. -- Will L. Thompson

Proverbs

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct they paths. -- Proverbs 3:5-6

Service

"I believe the Savior is telling us that unless we lose ourselves in service to others, there is little purpose to our own lives. Those who live only for themselves eventually shrivel up and figuratively lose their lives, while those who lose themselves in service to others grow and flourish—and in effect save their lives."
--Thomas S. Monson, "What Have I Done for Someone Today?", Ensign, Nov. 2009, 84–87

Faith - the Choice Is Yours

"Because of the conflicts and challenges we face in today’s world, I wish to suggest a single choice—a choice of peace and protection and a choice that is appropriate for all. That choice is faith. Be aware that faith is not a free gift given without thought, desire, or effort. It does not come as the dew falls from heaven. The Savior said, “Come unto me” (Matthew 11:28) and “Knock, and it shall be [given] you” (Matthew 7:7). These are action verbs—come, knock. They are choices. So I say, choose faith."
--Richard C. Edgley, "Faith—the Choice Is Yours", Ensign, Nov. 2010, 31–33

God's Angels

Have you ever seen God's angel?
Have you ever felt her touch?
Have you listened when she whispered,
"You are loved so very much."

Have you noticed how she overs,
When others walk away.
How she stops to lift your burden,
And turns your heart to pray.

Yes, I have seen God's angel,
And I have felt her touch.
I have hard her kindly whisper,
"You are loved so very much."

I have noticed her beside me,
When others walked away.
I felt her lift my burden,
As she turned my heart to pray.

Have you ever been God's angel?
Who with a loving touch
Kindly whispered to another
"You are loved so very much."

Did you stay beside a friend
When others walked away?
Did you help to lift her burden,
And turn her heart to pray?

In truth we're all God's angels,
With heavenly work to do.
For God's errands of love and mercy,
He trusts to me and you.

And as one of God's angels,
Each day I fervently pray.
May my hands be His hands,
Helping others along their way.

--Lonni Thorpe

Never Leave Him

"Perfection does not come in this life, but we exercise faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and keep our covenants. President Monson has promised, “Your testimony, when constantly nourished, will keep you safe.” We push our spiritual roots deep, feasting daily on the words of Christ in the scriptures. We trust in the words of living prophets, placed before us to show us the way. We pray and pray and listen to the quiet voice of the Holy Ghost that leads us along and speaks peace to our soul. Whatever challenges arise, we never, never leave Him." --Neil L. Andersen, "Never Leave Him", General Conference October 2010

Meridian Magazine - A Remarkable Journey to Mormonism

A member of a church that considers Mormonism a cult, all she wanted to do was save a Mormon friend from going to hell.

Meridian Magazine - A Remarkable Journey to Mormonism

Of Things That Matter Most

"Let us simplify our lives a little. Let us make the changes necessary to refocus our lives on the sublime beauty of the simple, humble path of Christian discipleship—the path that leads always toward a life of meaning, gladness, and peace."
--President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Of Things That Matter Most", Media Name

Repent That I May Heal You

"The invitation to repent is rarely a voice of chastisement but rather a loving appeal to turn around and to “re-turn” toward God. It is the beckoning of a loving Father and His Only Begotten Son to be more than we are, to reach up to a higher way of life, to change, and to feel the happiness of keeping the commandments. Being disciples of Christ, we rejoice in the blessing of repenting and the joy of being forgiven. They become part of us, shaping the way we think and feel."
--Neil L. Andersen, "Repent That I May Heal You’", Ensign, Nov 2009, 40–43

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Meridian Magazine - To Change the World Forever: The Power of Prayer

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This is a great article by Michael McLean. This made me laugh, but also was very heart warming. I must read!

Meridian Magazine - Learning to Let it Go

Meridian Magazine - A Case of Mistaken Identity

Meridian Magazine - A Case of Mistaken Identity

Seeking to Know God, Our Heavenly Father, and His Son, Jesus Christ

"Without God, life would end at the grave and our mortal experiences would have no purpose. Growth and progress would be temporary, accomplishment without value, challenges without meaning. There would be no ultimate right and wrong and no moral responsibility to care for one another as fellow children of God. Indeed, without God, there would be no mortal or eternal life."
--Robert D. Hales, "“Seeking to Know God, Our Heavenly Father, and His Son, Jesus Christ", Ensign, Nov 2009, 29–32

Quote by Rev. David King on Children

"How can a child do better if their environment stays the same?"
Rev. David King, pastor of Community Baptist Church

Reflections on a Consecrated Life

"Every day, every hour, every minute of your span of mortal years must sometime be accounted for. And it is in this life that you walk by faith and prove yourself able to choose good over evil, right over wrong, enduring happiness over mere amusement. And your eternal reward will be according to your choosing."
--D. Todd Christofferson, "Reflections on a Consecrated Life", Media Name

Meridian Magazine - The Parenting Problem Called Entitlement

Meridian Magazine - The Parenting Problem Called Entitlement

Opportunity for Change in Marriage

Being married creates the opportunity for change. When you're married, you find out how much you need to improve yourself. It is prideful & selfish for anyone to get married & think they don't need to change in any way. Each of us needs to change in many ways, some more than others, but God will start with the one who is willing. And the good news is, this is where His blessings will be directed first. -S Omartian

Meridian Magazine - Talking to Connect with Others

Meridian Magazine - Talking to Connect with Others

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Meridian Magazine - The Common Longing for Spiritual Solutions to Worldly Parenting Challenges

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Meridian Magazine - “The Healing Power of Jesus Christ”Sculpture Exhibit at the D.C. Temple Visitors’ Center

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Meridian Magazine - Waiting for Rescue

This is a great article and I would highly recommend it to anyone that may be struggling with a trial that they may feel that God has left them hanging.

Meridian Magazine - Latter-day Saint Concept of Messiah

Meridian Magazine - Latter-day Saint Concept of Messiah

Voice of the Spirit

In a world full of noise and many voices, President James E. Faust invites us to listen to and follow the voice of the Spirit, which is calm and quiet and leads to eternal life.

Meridian Magazine - A Little Known Principle in Scripture

Meridian Magazine - A Little Known Principle in Scripture

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Meridian Magazine - At the End of Your Rope

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Never Ever Give Up - Meridian Magazine

This is a video on the beautiful painting on the Second Coming by Jon McNaugton

Never Ever Give Up - Meridian Magazine

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