Thoughts and stories, by Pal

This is another beautiful article by Darla Isackson -- whom Elder Jeffrey R. Holland once quoted in a General Conference talk.   Why God Answers Some Prayers with a ‘Yes’ and Not Others By  Darla Isackson  · January 15, 2019 Many faithful Latter-day Saints have prayed for different outcomes than they are getting, not only in things deeply personal, but in our elections, nation, and world. We are facing numerous crises that can affect our lives dramatically. Let me share a principle I’m learning that has wide application. One day I received an e-mail request to join in fasting and prayer for healing of a person I really cared about. I wanted to, but I hesitated. Instead of standing firmly on the foundation of faith, the idea of praying for a specific outcome landed both my feet in the quicksand of fear. I was afraid this dear p...

This is one of the best talks I have ever read, on finding truth, amid doubting! What Elder and Sister Renlund Felt Prompted to Tell the YSA’s in Worldwide Broadcast By Maurine Proctor  · January 13, 2019 “We felt prompted to discuss a topic that has been on our minds for many months,” Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife told young adults in a worldwide broadcast originating on the Brigham Young University-Hawaii campus, Sunday, January 13, 2019. Speaking side-by-side, their topic was faith and doubt and they began with a parable. They said: “Imagine having capsized in a boat while sailing in the middle of the ocean. You are wearing a life preserver and have been swimming for hours toward what you believe is the nearest shore, but you can’t be sure. You have become extremely dehydrated, so that every time you start swimming, you become light-headed. By our best estimates, the shore is 30 kilometers, or 18 miles, a...

I really love these beautiful thoughts in Latter Day Light.  Remember you can sign up for it to come to your e mail daily.  It always gives me a lift! Latter Day Light DAILY DEVOTIONAL January 7, 2019 Stand Fast SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY John 16:33 "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world." ARCHIVE Please Visit www.Latterdaylight.com Thank you! QUOTE OF THE DAY Joseph Smith "Stand fast, ye Saints of God. Hold on a little while longer, and the storm of life will be past, and you will be rewarded by that God whose servants you are, and who will duly appreciate all your toils and afflictions for Christ's sake and the gospel's. Your names will be handed down to posterity as Saints of God and virtuous men. . . . be faithful. Let your love and moderation be known unto al...

I first posted this on March 27, 2016. It is really inspirational,  and I hope you enjoy it! SUNDAY, MARCH 27, 2016 609. 5 Profound Insights from "The Infinite Atonement" by Elder Tad R. Callister, in LDS Living. This is from LDS Living, and is very inspirational about the Atonement. 5 Profound Insights from "The Infinite Atonement" by Jannalee Rosner  | Mar. 26, 2016 Makes You Think Next to  Jesus the Christ  by Elder James E. Talmage, one of the best books about Christ I’ve ever read is Elder Tad R. Callister’s  The Infinite Atonement . And while you can only absorb the full power of these inspired books by reading them from cover to cover, sometimes there simply isn’t time. So here are some of the most important and interesting ideas from  The Infinite Atonement  to give you a taste of the spiritual power it contains. . 1.  We don't think ...