Once is not enough

I loved this past weekend because this is when the Saints in the Philippines get to listen to General Conference since it happened when everyone was asleep, except for a few like us who stayed up throughout the night to listen to the talks as it happened on real time.

 Yesterday people who didn’t get a chance to watch it on line went to Church to listen to all the talks so yesterday we didn’t have to get out of the house to attend Church.  We stayed to watch it via internet one more time.  It always provides me a huge pick me up and the talks always help me put life back into perspective and they motivate me to be a better person, and I love the talks where they remind us to reach our divine potential.

 Each time I am so amazed at the wonderful speakers who give talks on subjects such as Family History, Plan of Salvation, Faith, the light of Christ, our personal potential, the Godhead, forgiving others, time management, life balance, loving our families, strengthening our relationships, The Holy Ghost, getting your own testimony and to read the Book of Mormon, to name a few. The speakers are always incredible and inspirational. it is one of my favorite weekends of the year. I took notes and have a few favorites. I would say, I loved listening to all and especially to those who we consider our friends: Bishop Causee, Elder Stevenson, Elder Clayton, and Elder Soares. Which talk stood out to you the most?

LDS Living had these quotes from the last April 2017 General Conference I want to share:

“Heavenly Father is ready to give if we will but ask in Faith. “ Bonnie H. Cordon

“Holiness is in the striving and the struggle to keep the commandments.”  Carol Mcconkie

“Hold on for the Lord will provide. “Linda Burton

“Those who do not see their weaknesses do not progress.” Henry B.Eyring

“Our Heavenly Father ls anxious to bless and gather all of His family.”  Henry B. Eyring

“Heavenly Father really does care and listen to and answer every child’s prayer” Joseph Brough.

“Christ has the power to answer your questions, heal your pains amid sorrows, and forgive your sins.” Weatherford Clayton.

“Christ replaces fear and despair with hope and joy.” Dale Renlund.

“If you are steadfast and not wavering in your faith, the Lord will increase our capacity to raise ourselves about the challenges of life.” Ulisses Soares.

“Even in the most difficult and darkest times. There is light and goodness all around us.” Mark Bragg.

“True disciples of Jesus Christ are willing to stand out, speak up, and be different from the people of the world.” Russell Nelson.

“It is faith, hope and charity that qualify us for the work of God.” Robert D Hales.

“God is determined to make of us more than we thought we could be.” Jeffrey R. Holland.

“We may need to let go of the world so we can hang on to eternity.” Gary Sabin.

“To combat the worldly traditions of our day, we need to use scriptures. “Valeri Cordon

“Sincere changing and repenting of sins is no longer restraining but liberating.” Neil Andersen

“Find time to review your life’s goals and your plans and make sure they align with our Heavenly Father’s.” Russell Ballard.

“We were not placed on this earth to walk alone. “Thomas S. Monson.

‘The Savior knows and is mindful of each of us ‘one by one’ and name by name. “ David Bednar.

“Your role is important needful, and sacred.” Gerald Causse.

“Leadership in the Church is not so much about directing others as it is about our willingness to be directed by God. “Dieter Uchtdorrf.

“The Lord’s work is not just to solve problems; it is to build people.“ Henry B. Eyring

“If you are not reading the Book of Mormon each day, please do so.” Thomas S. Monson.

“Children are great imitators so give them something to imitate. “Joy Jones.

“It is not easy for us to recognize the love and Heavenly Father when we look around with our temporal eyes. “Yoon Choi

“The Spirit most often communicates as a feeling. You feel it in words that are familiar to you, that make sense to you.“ Ronald Rasband.

“God asks us to bear with Him--- to trust Him and to follow Him.”Whitney Clayton.

“We have a Heavenly Father that loves, we have a Holy Ghost that guides us, and it is all possible because of Jesus Christ our Savior.” Dallin Oaks.

“He wants to change more than just our behaviors. He wants to change our very natures. He wants to change our hearts. “Dieter Uchdorf.

“To warn is to care.” Todd Christofferson.

“Nothing draws you closer to the Lord Jesus Christ than a desire to change.” Joaquin Costa

“Because He loves us, the Lord expects much of us. “Mark Palmer.

“The Holy Ghost warns, the Holy Ghost comforts, and the Holy Ghost testifies. “Gary Stevenson.

“No matter how alone or uncertain you may feel at times. You are not alone in this world. God knows you, personally.” Scott Grow.

“We should not and must not hide our light. Our Savior commanded us to let our light shine like a city on a hill. “Benjamin Hoyos.

“We receive strength according to our faith in Christ.” Quentin Cook.”

Wasn’t that great! Every so often we all need to take a little break to be able to refill our tank to replenish our souls and to refocus on those things that are truly important. That happened yesterday and for that we are truly grateful. We are also grateful for the new announcement of a new Temple in Manila. Daniel knew about it, and kept it a secret until it was announced. He is so good at keeping secrets and that is why people trust him. Hope you all got a chance to listen to Conference and keep listening to those talks over and over for the next six months.

Con amor,

Vero