It started when three ordinary youth had an extra ordinary idea: "We should go to the temple every day in December." The idea evolved into a plan, then a commitment to each other, then a gift to Jesus Christ
We don’t have a picture today, but we went in two separate groups and both had an amazingly experience! We did someone else’s family names, and definitely knew the people we were doing work for were there today!
Today I am filled with gratitude and love for the wonderful kids who have included my kids in this exciting adventure! I have a testimony of my savior Jesus Christ and our loving Heavenly Father who sent him to us. I'm so grateful to be a part of the work that is bringing salvation to so many. It seems like no matter how tired I am in the morning or what else might be on my plate the minute we get the kids in the car I can feel their joy spreading and uplifting me and my children. I wouldn't trade these experiences for any amount of extra sleep. My daughter shared a quote by Elder Uchtdorf with me that was like a healing balm. It was: "Satin would rather that you define yourself by your sins instead of your divine potential. Don't listen to him." I substituted sins with shortcomings. This last week was one of the most trying weeks for me personally. It seemed like I was being hit on all fronts, and all I could see was what I was not doing well enough. Feelings of...
W ent to the temple in the morning yet again! I felt the spirit there and it was so peaceful. It's a nice place to forget all of your worries and concentrate on what you really need to be doing. I love the temple!
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