Faith and Character
I am sorry for those who think it's weird or awkward when I write my spiritual thoughts on my blog. But, to be honest, I don't really care. Because once I read or hear something I like, I want to write it down to remember it and sadly, typing is just much faster than writing on paper. But I do hope that something I needed to hear is maybe something someone else needs to hear.
Jesse and I both recently read a talk by Elder Richard G. Scott titled "The Transforming Power of Faith and Character". Please, if you have never read this talk, read it. His words were exactly what I needed to hear. Here are a few of my favorite quotes from it...
"Faith in the Savior is a principle of action and power. Such faith can transform an individuals life from maudlin, common everyday activities to a symphony of joy and happiness."
"Character is woven patiently from threads of applied principle, doctrine, and obedience."
"We become what we want to be by consistently being what we want to become each day."
"A secure foundation for your growing character is laid by making Jesus Christ and his teachings the center of your life."
"You cannot be passive in life, or in time the natural man will undermine your efforts to live worthily. You become what you do and what you think about."
"Humility is the precious fertile soil of righteous character."
The best part of the talk is Elder Scott's last paragraph...
"If you have determined to live righteously, don't become discouraged. Life may seem difficult now, but hold on tightly to that iron rod of truth. You are making better progress than you realize. Your struggles are defining character, discipline, and confidence in the promises of your Father in Heaven and the Savior as you consistently obey Their commandments. May the Hold Ghost prompt you to always make decisions that fortify your character and yield much joy and happiness."
There is not much more I can say, is there? Although, I really enjoyed how in this talk, Elder Scott used the word "woven" multiple times. He said that our testimonies are woven from countless correct decisions, our characters are woven from applied doctrine, etc. The word woven seems like it's something that is apart of us. We need the gospel to be woven into who we are.
Jesse and I both recently read a talk by Elder Richard G. Scott titled "The Transforming Power of Faith and Character". Please, if you have never read this talk, read it. His words were exactly what I needed to hear. Here are a few of my favorite quotes from it...
"Faith in the Savior is a principle of action and power. Such faith can transform an individuals life from maudlin, common everyday activities to a symphony of joy and happiness."
"Character is woven patiently from threads of applied principle, doctrine, and obedience."
"We become what we want to be by consistently being what we want to become each day."
"A secure foundation for your growing character is laid by making Jesus Christ and his teachings the center of your life."
"You cannot be passive in life, or in time the natural man will undermine your efforts to live worthily. You become what you do and what you think about."
"Humility is the precious fertile soil of righteous character."
The best part of the talk is Elder Scott's last paragraph...
"If you have determined to live righteously, don't become discouraged. Life may seem difficult now, but hold on tightly to that iron rod of truth. You are making better progress than you realize. Your struggles are defining character, discipline, and confidence in the promises of your Father in Heaven and the Savior as you consistently obey Their commandments. May the Hold Ghost prompt you to always make decisions that fortify your character and yield much joy and happiness."
There is not much more I can say, is there? Although, I really enjoyed how in this talk, Elder Scott used the word "woven" multiple times. He said that our testimonies are woven from countless correct decisions, our characters are woven from applied doctrine, etc. The word woven seems like it's something that is apart of us. We need the gospel to be woven into who we are.
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