A Refuge from the Storm Picture by Cortney Lunt
So where should each of us make our stand? As we demonstrate our devotion to God by our daily acts of righteousness, He can know where we stand. For all of us this life is a time of sifting and refining. We all face trials. Individual members in the early days of the Church were tested and refined when they had to decide if they had the faith, like Brother Giles, to put their belongings in a wagon or a pioneer handcart and travel across the American plains. Some did not have the faith. Those who did traveled “with faith in every footstep.” In our time we are going through an increasingly difficult time of refining and testing. The tests are more subtle because the lines between good and evil are being eroded. Very little seems to be sacred in any of our public communication. In this environment we will need to make sure where we stand all of the time in our commitment to eternal truths and covenants.As we live on earth we must walk in faith, nothing doubting. When the journey becomes seemingly unbearable, we can take comfort in the words of the Lord: “I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee.” Some of the healing may take place in another world. We may never know why some things happen in this life. The reason for some of our suffering is known only to the Lord.We have much reason to hope. Joy can be ours if we are willing to sacrifice all for the Lord. Then we can look forward to the infinitely priceless possibility of overcoming all the challenges of this life. Then we will be with the Savior forever and, as President Brigham Young also said, “anticipate enjoying the glory, excellency and exaltation which God has prepared for the faithful.Where Do I Make My Stand? President James E. Faust Liahona » 2004 » November
Upcoming Sunday Lesson: Ward Conference, the Stake RS Presidency will teach the lesson.
Lenexa RS Presidency
Have A Great Week!
So where should each of us make our stand? As we demonstrate our devotion to God by our daily acts of righteousness, He can know where we stand. For all of us this life is a time of sifting and refining. We all face trials. Individual members in the early days of the Church were tested and refined when they had to decide if they had the faith, like Brother Giles, to put their belongings in a wagon or a pioneer handcart and travel across the American plains. Some did not have the faith. Those who did traveled “with faith in every footstep.” In our time we are going through an increasingly difficult time of refining and testing. The tests are more subtle because the lines between good and evil are being eroded. Very little seems to be sacred in any of our public communication. In this environment we will need to make sure where we stand all of the time in our commitment to eternal truths and covenants.As we live on earth we must walk in faith, nothing doubting. When the journey becomes seemingly unbearable, we can take comfort in the words of the Lord: “I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee.” Some of the healing may take place in another world. We may never know why some things happen in this life. The reason for some of our suffering is known only to the Lord.We have much reason to hope. Joy can be ours if we are willing to sacrifice all for the Lord. Then we can look forward to the infinitely priceless possibility of overcoming all the challenges of this life. Then we will be with the Savior forever and, as President Brigham Young also said, “anticipate enjoying the glory, excellency and exaltation which God has prepared for the faithful.Where Do I Make My Stand? President James E. Faust Liahona » 2004 » November
Upcoming Sunday Lesson: Ward Conference, the Stake RS Presidency will teach the lesson.
Happy Birthday To You
No upcoming Birthdays this week
Announcements
Feb. 8th- Ward Conference
Feb. 19th-Relief Society Enrichment Activity, "Becoming Heart Smart" will be held Thursday, February 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the church. All Young Women and Relief Society sisters are invited. Lynn Hegvik will be teaching us the basics for CPR and choking. Please come and bring a friend--we'll be having dessert! No nursery will be provided; if you need help with childcare, contact Bonnie Dutcher at 307-0589 or Diane Anderson at 499-0408.
Feb. 28th- Stake Relief Society Enrichment Meeting - 10:00 am at the Lenexa Building. Please remind those you visit teach about "The Riches of Eternity" Stake Relief Society Enrichment Meeting. Come together to hear from stake leaders, attend classes, fellowship and enjoy a box lunch. Child care will be available.
Congratulations to Jennie Heath who gave birth to a baby boy on Thursday afternoon Jan. 29th. Stanley Brian Heath, weighed in at 8 pounds 12 ounces(big boy!). Jennie and baby are doing well.
Congratulations to Jennie Heath who gave birth to a baby boy on Thursday afternoon Jan. 29th. Stanley Brian Heath, weighed in at 8 pounds 12 ounces(big boy!). Jennie and baby are doing well.
Young Women's Calendar
Saturday Feb 7th Young Women Stake Fair 4:30-6:30pm at the Lenexa building Young Women and their mothers are invited.
Lenexa RS Presidency
Sue Shipp RS President 307-0245
Diane Anderson 1st Counselor 499-0408.
Lindsey Larsen 2nd Counselor 499-0791
Jill Jepperson RS Secretary 839-0389
Have A Great Week!
