This weeks lesson is a good one. It is one that a lot of people have questions about. It's the kind of topic that I'm personally am not attracted to, but it is important none the less.
It's about the three kingdoms of glory.
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1. Celestial - The highest kingdom, where you will find those who truly believe in and follow Christ. They will dwell with our heavenly father and Christ.
D&C 76:56-57 "They are they who are priests and kings, who have received of his fullness, and of his glory; And are priests of the Most High, after the order of Melchizedek, which was after the order of Enoch, which was after the order of the Only Begotten Son."
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2. Terrestrial - The middle kingdom. Some say this is where you find good people who do good things, but don't accept Christ and his atonement. They will receive the presence of Christ, but not of the father in heaven.
D&C 76:75 " These are they who are honorable men of the earth, who were blinded by the craftiness of men."
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3. Telestial - This is basically hell, but not they way hell is described in earthly literature. There is no fire nor eternal torment. It is a good place, better than where we are now, but not the best place. I guess these are people who don't follow Christ nor do good. They will be visited only by the Holy Ghost.
D&C 76: 89 "And thus we saw, in the heavenly vision, the glory of the telestial, which surpasses all understanding;"
Though all kingdoms seem nice, we definitely want to have eternity in the celestial kingdom. It is the most wonderful and glorious.
It isn't so complicated to get there.
D&C 78:7 reads, "For if you will that I give unto you a place in the celestial world, you must prepare yourselves by doing the things which I have commanded you and required of you." So though it is not complicated it isn't easy either. We must be obedient to all of God's commandments. Those by his mouth and by the mouth of his servants, the prophets.
D&C 132:23 "But if ye receive me in the world, them shall ye know me, and shall receive your exaltation; that where I am ye shall be also."
I know that the only way to an eternally happy life is to return to our father in heaven's presence. In order for us to accomplish this, he sent his only begotten son to die for us. He paid for our sins so that we may be made clean again. I know that as we accept his love and generous gift, we are made whole, and that only through him can we repent and be perfected.
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Erin
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
That they may always have his spirit to be with them.
I may not be the best disciple of Christ.
I often struggle to pray before bed. Sometimes I forget to study my scriptures daily.
But one thing I never go without is church on Sunday. I love going to church. Even when I don't want to go on a particular Sunday, I always go anyways, and it's always worth it.
The strength that comes from each Sunday is absolutely necessary for me if I want to emotionally survive any given week. I feel the weight of the work build up each day. By Saturday I've had enough! Sunday gives my heart release and brings me peace.
Even still, just attendance is not enough. I'm making goals to be better prepared for Sunday when it comes.
Some good guidance on this can be found in Peter F. Meurs's talk titled, "The Sacrament Can Help Us Become Holy" from general conference in October 2016.
Here are the 5 steps he gave:
1. Prepare in Advance
2. Arrive Early
3. Sing and Learn from the Words of the Sacrament Hymn
4. Spiritually Participate in the Sacrament Prayers
5. Ponder and Remember Him as the Sacrament Emblems are Passed
I am personally focusing on one and two this month.
We are always rushing into the church building at the last minute and this does not help bring the spirit.
I also want to prepare for Sacrament. I want to study beforehand and go to church with questions. I know that as I do so, the answers will be in the talks of the speakers.
Remember that the Sacrament is a sacred ordinance to remember the sacrifice of our savior. Through Him we are saved from our sins.
Focus, listen, and feel the spirit's presence during the Sacrament. Let it be a life changing moment every week.
With love,
Erin
I often struggle to pray before bed. Sometimes I forget to study my scriptures daily.
But one thing I never go without is church on Sunday. I love going to church. Even when I don't want to go on a particular Sunday, I always go anyways, and it's always worth it.
The strength that comes from each Sunday is absolutely necessary for me if I want to emotionally survive any given week. I feel the weight of the work build up each day. By Saturday I've had enough! Sunday gives my heart release and brings me peace.
Even still, just attendance is not enough. I'm making goals to be better prepared for Sunday when it comes.
Some good guidance on this can be found in Peter F. Meurs's talk titled, "The Sacrament Can Help Us Become Holy" from general conference in October 2016.
Here are the 5 steps he gave:
1. Prepare in Advance
2. Arrive Early
3. Sing and Learn from the Words of the Sacrament Hymn
4. Spiritually Participate in the Sacrament Prayers
5. Ponder and Remember Him as the Sacrament Emblems are Passed
I am personally focusing on one and two this month.
We are always rushing into the church building at the last minute and this does not help bring the spirit.
I also want to prepare for Sacrament. I want to study beforehand and go to church with questions. I know that as I do so, the answers will be in the talks of the speakers.
Remember that the Sacrament is a sacred ordinance to remember the sacrifice of our savior. Through Him we are saved from our sins.
Focus, listen, and feel the spirit's presence during the Sacrament. Let it be a life changing moment every week.
With love,
Erin
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