4.07.2014

General Conference, part 1

Every 6 months, the world has the opportunity to tune in and listen to living Prophets and Apostles!  Yes, just like in the days of old, they live today. And every 6 months, they speak to us in words that teach and testify of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. And there is nothing better than having the opportunity to listen to them and heed their council!

Highlights:

Elder Holland
Of course, his talk was one of my favorites! Stand for truth, stand for right. His talk was so amazing, I have a hard time paraphrasing it! What did it mean to me? Jesus Christ, our Master, has asked us to follow Him. It may not be popular, it may not be the latest style, it may seem old-fashioned, but be ready. Be prepared. Follow Him, with all the Christ-like love you can muster.

Sister Linda Reeves
What a kind and touching talk. She addressed the serious issue of Pornography, instructing us to not touch it, and what parents and teachers can do to support someone who is trying to repent, and turn away from it. She approached her topic with a sensitivity that really spoke to me.
We have been continually warned by our church leaders against the plague of pornography. I suppose some might argue that "it doesn't hurt anyone, so why should they care?" I'll tell you why!
I also saw Spirited Away this weekend! Fantastic movie - Kinda trippy. Near the beginning of the movie, the main character's parents somehow turn into Pigs, because they found food and ate like pigs, with no self-control. Don't ask me how this works, I just know it was an appropriate change for them. Pornography destroys self-control. Society at large is benefited by people who behave like people. Therefore, we should not be pigs.  Don't touch anything or even tamper with something that destroys your self-control, or gives away your ability to choose to another person, object, or habit.


1 comment:

  1. Excellent re-cap of those talks! Conference was inspiring, once again!!

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