Sister LeAnn Hansen gave our lesson today.
The story was shared about Ensign Blair who was on a ship when they encountered a Typhoon. (See conference address.) From that story, here are some guidelines about how we can receive the Spirit’s guidance more frequently.
First, when it comes to revelation, we must properly tune our receiver to heaven’s frequency.
Sometimes we can’t hear heaven’s signal because we are not worthy. Repentance and obedience are the way to achieve clear communication again. The Old Testament word for repent means “to turn” or “turn around.” When you feel far from God, you need only make the decision to turn from sin and face the Savior, where you will find Him waiting for you, His arms outstretched. He is eager to guide you, and you are just one prayer away from receiving that guidance again.
Second, we should ask what can we do to be part of the solution. We might ask, “Lord, what do I need to do to be part of the solution?” Instead of just listing our problems in prayer and asking the Lord to solve them, we ought to be seeking more proactive ways of receiving the Lord’s help and committing to act according to the Spirit’s guidance.
A third important lesson. --Could he have prayed with such calm assurance if he had not received guidance from the Spirit on previous occasions? The arrival of a typhoon is no time to dust off the gift of the Holy Ghost and figure out how to use it. This young man was clearly following a pattern he had used many times before, including as a full-time missionary. We need the Holy Spirit as our guide in calm waters so His voice will be unmistakable to us in the fiercest storm.
The storms of deception and the mists of falsehood arise without warning. In these situations, being familiar with the voice of the Holy Ghost is a matter of spiritual life and death.
Following the feet of the people ahead of you on the path is not enough. We cannot just do and think what others are doing and thinking; we must live a guided life. We must each have our own hand on the iron rod. Then we may go to the Lord with humble confidence, knowing that He “shall lead [us] by the hand, and give [us] answer to [our] prayers.”
Ministering -
The first round of Ministering Interviews will be held Sunday, July 15th starting at 2:15 p.m. (Immediately following our church block). This will be for all Ministering companionships that are in District #1 ***Please review the ministering sheet that was posted on the blog on June 26th, or ask a member of the RS presidency to get your time.
We have many sisters (and brothers also) who are in need of our thoughts and prayers. We encourage you to reach out to those that you are aware of, to help strengthen them in their time of difficulty. A phone call, a note or a text can go far in letting these ward members know they are loved and not forgotten.
Announcements -
The Logan temple will be closed from Monday, July 9th - Monday, August 6th.
Reminder that there will be no Mutual activities held in July. You are encouraged to use the extra time to enjoy family activities together.
Our stake has been assigned to serve at the cannery doing green beans. The assignment is on Friday, July 13th from 6-10 a.m. We are in need of 10 people to fill this assignment. (See blog for July 1st for more info) --Please contact David Hildebrandt at 202-256-1770 to sign up, or with questions. If you already signed up, he will be contacting you.
Save the Date -- Our next Relief Society activity will be held on August 2nd at 6:30 p.m. It will be an evening to just come relax and have FUN!!!! We will be having a BBQ and playing Bunko. There will be more information forthcoming about location and also food sign ups! We hope you will all plan to come and have a fun evening.
Relief Society Lessons -
July 15 - Precious Gifts from God - President M. Russell Ballard
July 22 - The worth of souls is great in the sight of God. (4th Sunday topics)
July 29 - Combined Relief Society and Priesthood
Birthdays -
9th - Jessica Summers
15th - Adele Bingham
