SUNDAY REFLECTION

Today was a wonderful day at church.  We had ward conference and I loved hearing from the Bishop and Stake Presidency.  Our ward is just awesome too, so I always end up feeling spiritually fed.  Church at 9:30 is usually hard for me, but I've noticed that I never ever regret waking up early to get ready.  Even with less sleep and less food in my tummy, it's always worth going to church (oh and thanks to Spencer for actually waking me up haha).

The topics from church reminded me of a journal entry I wrote a few days ago.  I read a commencement address given by Richard G. Scott called "Living A Life Of Peace, Joy, and Purpose."  The summary of his talk goes something like this:

To Succeed in Life:

 Establish principles to guide your life

 Don't make exceptions to your standards

Be loyal

 Live so that the Lord can guide you

 Serve others

Smile :)

Don't complain

Always have a church assignment (not necessarily a calling)

Worship in the temple

Follow the Savior's example

I then wrote the following in my journal:  "I'm grateful I read this tonight. It is just what I needed to hear.  I need to act more quickly on thoughts and impressions.  I feel that I am compromising my standards when I don't pay attention to when the Lord is talking to me.  Decide what my principles are and stick to them!  It is not too late to strengthen my faith, and resolve to do good and be good."

What do I want to become?

I've been pondering about this talk a lot lately.  I feel like when I start to have children, I need to be in a better place spiritually.  I need this not just for my children, but for myself and my own personal conversion.  I want to raise a righteous family.  More than anything, I want a happy family life.  I want to strengthen my relationship with Christ because I know that will bring me true peace and happiness.  I know that it's never too late to be who I want to be.  I want my children to recognize me as a faithful mother and wife.  I hope Heavenly Father recognizes me as the same.