587. More Sabbath Day Thoughts! from Latter Day Light Daily Devotionals

I do love to read the inspirational thoughts daily, from Latter Day Light Daily Devotional.  Here are a few I have saved from the last couple of weeks.  I hope they inspire us all, and help us have good Sabbath Day Thoughts! Latter Day Light DAILY DEVOTIONAL January 30, 2016 Education SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY Doctrine & Covenants 93:53 "And, verily I say unto you, that it is my will that you should hasten to translate my scriptures, and to obtain a knowledge of history, and of countries, and of kingdoms, of laws of God and man, and all this for the salvation of Zion. Amen." QUOTE OF THE DAY John Taylor "We are here, as a people, . . . not to imitate the world, unless it be in that which is good . . . but that we may put ourselves in possession of every truth, of every virtue, of every principle of intelligence known among men, together with those that God has revealed for our special guidance, and apply them to our everyday life, and thus educate ourselves and our children in everything that tends to exalt man" (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: John Taylor, p. 89). Latter Day Light DAILY DEVOTIONAL January 13, 2016 Sanctification of Our Hearts SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY Helaman 3:35 "Nevertheless they did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God." QUOTE OF THE DAY Brigham Young "Do not be too anxious for the Lord to hasten his work. Let our anxiety be centered upon one thing, the sanctification of our own hearts, the purifying of our own affections, the preparing of ourselves for the approach of the events that are hastening upon us. This should be our concern, this should be our study, this should be our daily prayer, and not to be in a hurry to see the overthrow of the wicked" (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Brigham Young, p. 334). Latter Day Light DAILY DEVOTIONAL January 27, 2016 Share the Light SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY Doctrine & Covenants6:21 "Behold, I am Jesus Christ, the Son of God. I am the same that came unto mine own, and mine own received me not. I am the light which shineth in darkness, and the darkness comprehendeth it not." QUOTE OF THE DAY Thomas S. Monson "With a strong testimony of the Savior and His restored gospel, you have limitless opportunities to shine. They surround you each day, in whatever circumstances you find yourselves. As you follow the example of the Savior, yours will be the opportunity to be a light, as it were, in the lives of those around you-whether they be members of your own family, classmates, co-workers, mere acquaintances, or total strangers. "When you are a light to the world, people around you will feel a special spirit that will make them want to associate with you and follow your example" ("Stand as a Light," Ensign, August 2015). Latter Day Light DAILY DEVOTIONAL January 26, 2016 Perilous Times SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY 2 Kings 6:15-16 ""And when the servant of the man of God was risen early, and gone forth, behold, an host compassed the city both with horses and chariots. And his servant said unto him, Alas, my master! how shall we do? And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them." QUOTE OF THE DAY Gordon B. Hinckley "Perilous times? Yes. These are perilous times. But the human race has lived in peril from the time before the earth was created. Somehow, through all of the darkness, there has been a faint but beautiful light. And now with added luster it shines upon the world. It carries with it God's plan of happiness for His children. It carries with it the great and unfathomable wonders of the Atonement of the Redeemer" ("The Dawning of a Brighter Day," Ensign, May 2004). Latter Day Light DAILY DEVOTIONAL January 25, 2016 The Ups and Downs of Life

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY Alma 38:5 "And now my son, Shiblon, I would that ye should remember, that as much as ye shall put your trust in God even so much ye shall be delivered out of your trials, and your troubles, and your afflictions, and ye shall be lifted up at the last day."

QUOTE OF THE DAY Howard W. Hunter "With reference to both standing and sitting, I have observed that life--every life--has a full share of ups and downs. Indeed, we see many joys and sorrows in the world, many changed plans and new directions, many blessings that do not always look or feel like blessings, and much that humbles us and improves our patience and our faith. We have all had those experiences from time to time, and I suppose we always will" ("The Opening and Closing of Doors," Ensign, November 1987).

Latter Day Light DAILY DEVOTIONAL January 18, 2016 A Kind Word

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY Colossians 3:12-15 "Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering; forbearing one another . . . And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness.  And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful."

QUOTE OF THE DAY Heber J. Grant "Don't go through life with your lips sealed against words of kindness and encouragement, nor your hearts sealed against performing labors for another.  Make a motto in life: always try and assist someone else to carry his burden" (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Heber J. Grant, p. 143).