L.I.F.E.

Alma 34:32

"For behold, this life is the time for men to prepare to meet God.."

                     Love

                      Influence

                  Follow

                        Enjoy

Love:
How does love prepare us to meet God? Well the correct answer to that is; God is Love! Most people see God as a being who floats around and is powerful; nah, he's our Heavenly Father! He is the being who created our spirits and looks like you and me. He has created everything you see around you; for you! He has created a plan where we can live on an earth and grow to be like him, to develop his attributes. Love is an awesome attribute to learn and experience. We all have at least one person in this world to love. No I'm not talking about Justin Bieber, although his hair is nice... I'm talking about our family, a girlfriend or boyfriend. Someone who is special to us!

Influence:
People that we love are more likely going to influence us. I personally believe that Jesus Christ is the greatest influence in the world. He devoted his life to us by being an example. His influence of love, peace, support, and everything good will and is continuing to spread through the world. We should follow his love and influence!

Follow:
The ability to follow someone or something is ours. It goes along the lines of agency. Agency is the power for us to choose what action we want to take. Following a leader demonstrates that you are capable to obey with respect and humility. We must follow Christs example and show our love for him and others by loving them. Following the example of Christ, that is to love, respect, and help our fellow beings will bring us much joy. We can always enjoy life when we follow Christ. His message is one of hope, understanding, and peace.
This life is meant to be enjoyed!

Enjoy:
We often go threw life and look back to think that we should have not taken it for granted. Every second of the day should be enjoyed. Yes, there are times when we are full of anger and sorrow. This is a part of learning the opposite, which is joy! The moments we have in life with family and friends should be enjoyed,  along with those moments in life serving the Lord and learning his ways. Sharing our love for others should be joyful. Influencing others for good, and helping them follow in Christ footsteps should and will be enjoyed. I can promise anyone who wants more joy in their life right now; to go help someone in their life. They will feel joy and will enjoy each moment.

L.I.F.E.
This life is a test and I will not claim it as not. We are to be pushed and twisted threw life to learn. Everything in this life is to help us grow. When Joseph Smith was having affliction, he prayed and heard these words...

"Peace be unto thy soul; thine adversity and thine afflictions shall be but a small moment; And then, if thou endure it well, God shall exalt thee on high."

I know this life is hard. If we just learn of why we are here and what we can become we can find an inner joy. I know that if we truly cry unto our Heavenly Father for support, then we will find peace and joy.
I know that Jesus is the Christ, the very son of God. I know he has lived a perfect mortal life to show us the example and I know he lives now. I know Heavenly Father love everyone of his children. He loves and wants the best for you! I can promise you as a representative of the Lord Jesus Christ that if you pray this day, for endurance and support threw this life. You will begin to come closer to your Father in Heaven, and understand what he desires for you.

Love Life, Influence others for good, Follow the examples of greatness, and Enjoy the whole journey through L.I.F.E.!

Talk to the Missionaries !

(Editor Note: I tried for a long time to think of something that would be really useful to everyone. My mind is blank upon writing this post. So I'm going to wing it and keep it real with a hope that it might turn out right!  )

Everyone knows missionaries right? ... right? I hope so and if you don't you should. I mean come on people we only leave our families for two years to serve a higher cause. Whats the cause?  Well it's only the greatest message EVER!!! It's the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Have you ever thought about where we came from? Where we go? Why we are here? ... you have not? The gospel can help us know! Next time you see those wonderful men and women who wear the black name tags call out to them. They will share something with you that will change your life for good. Think about this, why would someone with something that it literally from God not want to share it? We have a message that will bring you closer to Christ. We have a message that if you don't know Christ will help you know him.

Are message will bless your family. Now I know, we might not like our brothers and sisters, well its seems that we don't. But we all know deep,very deep down we love our family. If you love them, just like you love anything else you would want to keep it near to you. Our message is one of Hope and Peace. To know how the Gospel can bless your family now and to keep your family together forever.
Again, get out and talk to those wonderful young adults with the black name tags.

I would not leave my family, friends, and education for nothing. I know this is a great opportunity for me to bless peoples life's. I know that missionaries are dedicated to sharing the Gospel. Why because we love Jesus Christ  because we know him and would like all to know him. We are inspired to go out in all kinds of conditions to bless many.

I encourage all to talk with us. Learn of Christ with us. Rejoice in Christ. Love him and continually learn of him! Share him and his gospel.