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THANKS FOR VISITING MY "HOME!" I share this site with you because I love the gospel of Jesus Christ, and I hear and read wonderful stories every day. Some of these thoughts come from my own bizarre sense of humor, some come from others a little less bizarre than I. Wherever they come from, I hope you can glean wisdom (and a smile) from them. In fact, these little tidbits are perfect for 2 1/2 minute youth talks in Sacrament meeting. Go for it! <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
PRAYER: "Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart." (Jeremiah 28:12-13)
It had been a long time since I had earnestly prayed (key word -- earnestly). It was well after 1:00 in the morning and my mind was consumed with my troubles. I couldn't sleep. The hymn "Prayer Is The Soul's Sincere Desire" flashed in my brain and I couldn't get it out. I felt compelled to get on my knees.
In the darkness of the early morning hour I knelt beside my bed. I spoke out loud about my frustrations, problems, and feelings. I poured out my heart and just talked to Heavenly Father like He was sitting on the edge of the bed listening to every word. Eventually, I came to a point where I didn't know what to say; I could no longer find the words to paint the picture of my sorrows. I just knelt there next to my bed, absorbed in my thoughts, unable to speak.
Then the most amazing thing happened; my heart pounded, my chest filled and overflowed with warmth that flooded through my body. I heard an unmistakable thought in my mind that was in my own voice … but it didn't come from me.
"I love you," the voice said. I bit my lower lip as tears flowed and I struggled for a response. All I could say was, "Thank you."
That sentiment of love from my Heavenly Father reminded me that I wasn't alone. He was telling me that I would get through this problem. As I continued to bury my face into the side of my bed, the warmth and pressure increased from my chest and spread across my arms and around my body. It was unmistakable … I was getting a hug.
Then another thought from the voice: "I've missed you." I'd missed Him too. I used to pray for everything: help with my Sunday School or Seminary lessons, for the kids in my classes, to reactivate my mother back to the fold of the church, for our financial and family woes to lessen, that my children would get home safely from a date or church activity. Whatever! But so much time had passed, nearly 6 months, since I had really "talked" to God. I was embarrassed and didn't feel worthy to be in God's presence. And, wouldn't you know it, all this time He had been waiting for me so He could let me know that He was aware of my troubles and would be there for me. He was glad I finally decided to go to Him for advice.
I had prayed for the Comforter to help clear my mind of my troubles and help me sleep. I received that comfort in a loving embrace and in the kind words of my loving Heavenly Father. I heard His voice confirm that I was important and a special daughter with a special purpose.
When I finally crawled into bed, it was after 3:00 am. My feet were numb.
Later that morning, when I finally got up at 9:00, I felt renewed. I started doing housework, went outside and pulled weeds, and cleaned up the flowerbeds. I felt invigorated and had a great sense of pride in my accomplishments of the day. I hadn't felt that way in a long time.
What a shame I had to be compelled to pray. Alma 32:16 states:
" …blessed are they who humble themselves
without being compelled to be humble…"
Doctrine and Covenants 58:26 echoes with:
"… for he that is compelled in all things,
the same is a slothful and not a wise servant …"
My advice to you: Don't waste another minute. Talk with your Heavenly Father now. Right this minute. Close your eyes, bow your head, and just say "Thank you."
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Until next time, God Bless You!
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