Recently we sat in on a lesson with the missionaries. Our friend surprised us by asking a question in a mix of Arabic and English that I interpreted as – “How is it fair that some people are born blind?” OR, the more common question – “Why do bad things happen to good people?” TheContinue reading “Tough Questions”
Tag Archives: joy
To Live, and How!
I think I am discovering the joy of the saints! New ground for me! As missionaries we are asked to support our little branch in Limassol. Without any other constraints on my time, the load feels lighter and I feel an attitude shift in me. Now, I am taking the time to listen to peopleContinue reading “To Live, and How!”
Wisdom’s Ways
Life is a gift that contains a cornucopia of experiences. At times, life can be difficult and lonely. Our individual experiences can separate us from each other and make us believe that no one else can ever understand us. Sometimes the future can look so bleak and scary that even people with great faith areContinue reading “Wisdom’s Ways”
Phases of Discipleship
IN MORTAL life we grow and change physically, interact and relate socially, learn, experiment and connect to God’s creations daily. As we accept Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the guidance of the Holy Ghost through baptismal covenants, we begin a new, more spiritual life. Most of us are probably in the ever-changing caterpillar stage ofContinue reading “Phases of Discipleship”
Challenges
Enchanted Rock is a pink granite stone, an ancient magma chamber that rises out of the Texas Hill Country, a testament to the volcanic activity of the past. One spring day our little family climbed it. My husband carried the baby while I helped Jordan, our 4 year-old son, and Jessica our 6 year-old daughter.Continue reading “Challenges”
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