Individual Worth #3

Read Doctrine and Covenants 18:10 and 121:45. Do all you can to build others and make them feel of worth. Every day for two weeks notice the worthwile qualities and attributes of others. Acknowledge them verbally or in writing. In your journal write what you have learned about the worth of individuals and how your own confidence grows when you build others.

"Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God." -D&C 18:10
"Let thy bowels also be full of charity towards all men, and to the household of faith, and let virtue garnish thy thoughts unceasingly; then shall thy confidence wax strong in the presence of the Lord; and the doctrine of the priesthood shal distill upon thy soul as the dews from heaven." -D&C 121:45


Day One- I made a Valentine card for my Grandma Fisher. I made sure to include reasons why I love her.

Day Two- I made a Valentine card to give to my Grandma VanSice. It is so fun to have her live close. Her Christlike attributes include charity, courage, valour, and humbleness.


Day Three- I made a card for my dad and listed reasons why I love him and tied in some of his Christ-like attributes in it. I mentioned qualities like diligence, loyalty, and obedience.


Day Four- I make a list for my mom of the Christ-like attributes I see in her. I included her ability to make people feel peace and love. I also expressed her humility and desire to do what is right.


Day Five- I just realized the day is almost gone and I haven't written anything down for anyone. But then I remembered some things that I said today that made me realize I am seeing Christ-like attributes in others. I was a a birthday party and redirected several negative comments that changed the way the person was speaking feel about someone else. I have also found that just praying to see the Christ-like attributes can help. Today my focus is going to be on my Valentine- Ryan. I have made a card for him, but now I am going to fill it with reasons that I love him that are related to Christ-like attributes.


Day Six- Today wasn't the best as far as seeing the Christ-like attributes in others. We were awoken at 4:30 am and given the news that Tracy was in labor. We got up early, drove to UVA Medical Center, and spent the day in the hospital. I did stop to ponder how beautiful the babies are and what a blessing they are from our Father in Heaven. One of the babies was born with Mermaid Syndrome, which means major physical abnormalities. Yet, I realized she must have been a very valiant spirit in heaven to come down in this state.


Day Seven- I worked really hard to see the Christ-like attributes in my students today and make a point of tell them the things that I see. I told Faith that she was beautiful inside and out, because she always treated people with respect. I just worked hard to be positive and treat my students the way Christ would treat them.


Day Eight- There has actually been a couple day hiatis between the last post, but I think the passing of my niece makes an acceptable excuse. Especially since I learned something very powerful from her passing... There are some spirits who are so much like Christ that they only have to come to the Earth for a short time, just to get a body. I know this is true of baby Evelyn. During her name and blessing I could feel how much her Heavenly Father loved her and needed her to come back. I hope that this life lesson helps me see the Christ-like attributes in others.


Day Nine- Today at school we were writing essays where the topic was "Who is your best friend? Tell why they are your best friend." I wanted to create an essay as an example for the students to use as we were completign this together.  This allowed me some time to really think about some of Ryan's really good qualities.  I talked about his sense of humor and how he always knows how to make me laugh.  I mentioned that he is trustworthy.  I know that when Ryan says he is going to do something or that something is the way he says it is, he is telling the truth.  I know that he always has my best interests in mind.  Ryan truly is my best friend.

Individual Worth #2

Learn about the importance of patriarchal blessings by studying about them in True to the Faith and recent conference talks. Find out why they are given and who can give them. Discuss with a parent or Church leader how to prepare to receive a patriarchal blessing and how it can teach you of your worth adn identify and be a guide throughout your life. If you have not received your blessing, prepare to do so.

Conference Talks I Read:

1. You Have a Noble Birthright by Julie B. Beck
2. A Revelation for You by Elder Richard D. Allred
3. Your Patriarchal Blessing: A Liahona of Light by President Thomas S. Monson

Questions to Answer-

Why are patriarchal blessings given?

• They declare our lineage.
• Patriarchal blessings give us counsel and guidance from the Lord, provide protection, and can give us comfort.
• They give us promises, admonitions, and warnings.

Who can give them?

• They are given by an ordained patriarch who holds the Melchizedek Priesthood.

How do you prepare to receive a patriarchal blessing?

• Must be a worthy member of the church.
• Should have a desire to know and live God's will.
• Do everything you can to draw closer to the Lord- prayer, fasting, scripture reading, and mediation.
• Repent of sins.

How can it teach me of my worth , identity, and be a guide?

• Patriarchal blessings can warn us of dangers we may encounter in our life.
• They tell of talents that we have been given.
• They helps us understand the way we should live our lives.
• Can help us make decisions about paths we should take.

I have already received my patriarch blessing. I used this time to reread it and look for things I could do to reach my full potential. Here are some things I need to remember:

• I have been spared to come to earth at this time to accomplish many things.
• I bless you that you will continue to develop your testimony by having regular prayers.
• Take good care of my temple by eating proper food, and getting appropriate rest and relaxation.
• Set goals and word daily to accomplish them.
• A place in the Celestial Kingdom is reserved for me if I remain faithful.

Individual Worth #1

You are a daughter of Heavenly Father, who knows you and loves you. Read the following scriptures:

• Psalm 8:4-6
• Jeremiah 1:5
• John 13:34
• D&C 18:10
• Abraham 3:22-23
• Joseph Smith History 1:1-20

Write in your journal how these scriptures teach you that Heavenly Father knows you, loves you, and is mindful ofyou.

Here are some key points that stuck out to me while I was reading the scriptures listed above:

1. I am crowned with glory and honor
2. He knew me before I was formed in the belly
3. I was sanctified and ordained
4. I am commanded to love others has he loves me
5. The worth of souls is great
6. The intelligences before the earth were noble, great, and good
7. I am a beloved daughter of God

Heavenly Father KNOWS me...

I often wonder how one person can know everyone who has lived, lives now, or will ever live here on the Earth. Yet, it is witnessed to me so often that he does know me. When Joseph Smith knelt to pray, Heavenly Father knew the desires of his heart and answered his prayer. I know that Heavenly Father knows me because he has given me the family, experiences, and trials in my life that have taught me the lessons that I need to learn.

Heavenly Father LOVES me...

I have often struggled in my life to remember that I am loved. I think that we live in a world where Satan wants us to feel not good enough, not pretty enough, or not smart enough. This often causes us to sin, and then feel the sorrow for that sin. That sorrow then causes us to feel unloved, one of Satan's best tools. When I take the time to read and listen to spirit I can feel and see evidence of his love around me. The scriptures tell us that "the worth of souls is great in the sight of God." This means that my soul is important to him. He wants me to be happy. He wants me to return to live with him. I also see that when I take the time to love others, I am better able to feel of his love for me.

I have recently felt how much Heavenly Father loves the sisters I visit teach each month. I feel how much he loves the Young Women in our stake has he is helping me to plan Girls Camp. I know how much he loves the children I teach at school. If he loves these people, then he also loves me.

Heavenly Father is MINDFUL of you...

Sometimes has a mortal being, it is hard to remember that we have a father in heaven who is watching out for us. But when we humble ourselves, and look around it is easy to see. Just last week I was driving home from work and came around a curve. In the road were a herd of deer. Has I slowed down the car; the deer moved to create a path right inbetween them. I know Heavely Father was watching out for me. I also know that he gives us things in the proper time and order, because he knows what is best for us.