I don't know why, but lately I have felt a big spiritual void. But, last Sunday I finally had a temple recommend interview (TRI) w/ a member of the bishopric and then I have a TRI w/ the stake president this Sunday, and I can't wait!!! It has been so long since I have been able to go to the temple. I have for sure been lacking in the whole scripture reading and prayers department. But, this past week I have been reading the conference edition of the Ensign every night. I had a very meaningful prayer last night, and just poured out my heart to Heavenly Father about the situation I'm in during this phase of my life and the struggles that I am having.Well, today I got home from work, and the new Ensign for the month was on the top of the mail pile today. Guess what the main article was about...Single and Steadfast: Lessons in Hope! Um, hello...talk about an immediate answer to a prayer! I never sit and just read the Ensign...I'll read an article here or there at random, but I sat and read the whole thing from cover to cover. It was SO GOOD and just what I needed. It was a huge boost to my spirits and helped me a so much. There was this one part that really struck me, and included my absolute favorite scripture through this past year. Here is the passage:
"Our purposes in mortality are to learn through our experiences, whatever they may be, to choose good over evil and to become more like our Father in Heaven. Being single longer than we plan to be can help us accomplish these goals if we allow the Lord to work with us through our trials. As Joseph Smith faced a dark time of waiting amid uncertainty and grief, he wrote,
"Therefore, dearly beloved..., let us cheerfully do all things that lie in our power, and then may we stand still, with the utmost assurance, to see the salvation of God, and for His arm to be revealed." ~D&C 123:17
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Your are such a strong person. The things you have been through have only made you stronger. I am so proud of you and your spiritual growth during this difficult time. It is so easy turn away but you have made the right decisions. When Autumn is older she will be proud to have a strong, spiritual woman like you as her mother.
Wow, i love it when the answer or a something to comfort me is put right in front of me. Many times I am sure I miss many obvious and unobvious signs. I am very impressed with you and you may not feel it, but you are a strong person. And a person who is loved and admired by many.
GOod for you!! What a blessing anwers to our prayers are! I know it can be really hard, I admire you for being so cheerful all the time! :) Hang in there, I'm sure the Lord has good things in store for you!! :)
Lis, I was thinking about you this week. I'm so glad that you had such a personal answer to your prayers and I'm so glad you are going to the Temple soon. I know your situation is not easy and doesn't feel fair, but I know that Heavenly Father is so aware of you and has great blessings in store for you. Just look at how he's blessed you so far--your little girl is a doll and you have an awesome support group! People adore you and look up to you so much!
You are the best sister & I love you soo much. I hope you know you can call me anytime even if it is midnight. I LOVE YOU & miss you already.
Ahh...this post gave me a spiritual boost. Thanks!
I LOVED reading your post! AMAZING quote. Lisa.. you rock my world! I freakin love you and wished you lived closer..
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