Mirium

Thankyou Prodical Son for your kind messages of support I will hang in there. I'm already feeling stronger. I think sometimes we all need a reminder to keep an eternal perspective on things. It certainly does make such a difference.

Hey, thankyou for your apology, its ok. I just assumed you were talking to me. I'm not a person who takes offense. I just wanted to explain what I meant. Thankyou for posting an inspiring and motivating video. Yes it did help

No not at all. I could never think that Joseph lacked faith. I wasn't meaning lack of faith of the priesthood holder I was meaning a lack of faith in me. I was in a very dark place when I made my post and couldn't think clearly and feeling low self worth. I can see now that it wasn't a lack of faith but how things need to be right now. I was only being critical of myself.

There has to be horse riding, sunshine and beaches I don't want any bees, wasps or rats

Hello and welcome. I am a convert and have no regrets about joining the church. In fact it is the best thing that ever happened to me. It has brought so much into my life.

There are family members I find very difficult to be around but I'm learning and getting better at it. For me it is a work in progress. I have good days and not so good days. My family are not members of the church. I am a convert but I know that when the time comes and I can do the Temple work for them and especially do the sealings. I feel that when that is done I will be at peace and feel true healing. I find one of the best coping mechanisms right now is to view my family through the Saviour's eyes and try to love them as he loves them. It really helps.

Everybody should be welcome at church no matter what stage they are at or what their current beliefs are. I would agree with those that say if you feel a desire to go to church then go. I would also agree that it is probably the spirit that you feel when you are there which makes it an enviroment you want to be in. Talking things through with your Bishop is, in my opinion, a good thing to do also. He is inspired to know how to help you.

I'm going to print that and keep it. Such a help. Thankyou

Thankyou for your insight into my questions. All your points have been a help to me and reminded me of things that I need to ponder and think about. I was feeling extremely low when I posted those questions. I think at times like that it is hard to see things clearly and rationally. I'm so greatful for the gospel in my life and for the Atonement. Don't know where I'd be without it. It doesn't matter how alone we may feel. I know we are never alone, there is one who truly understands and loves us no matter what. I do believe that there is a reason for everything we go through. I am learning so much about endurance right now. I've been trying to run away from things and seek a solution / cure for my problems but now realise that it is not meant to be right now and I have to learn to live with things as they are. I just have to be strong and keep going one day at a time.

So if you have an illness / weakness and you strive to overcome it then the Lord will understand how we feel and make up the difference after all we can do. (correct me if I'm wrong) What if you continue to strive but fail to reach your full potential in this life before you die. What if you feel you can never become the person He knows you can be. Also if priesthood blessings fail to heal is that because of a lack of faith or desire to be healed or because some things have to be endured throughout our lives. I hope I'm making sense I'm having trouble expressing myself

I heard someone say that the Lord has taken upon Himself all sicknesses and infirmities. What does this exactly mean?

Just found these photos. I've always wanted to go to Salt Lake City. I would love to be able to go one day. I really appreciate the photos. Thankyou

I can do cross stitch but I'm not very good at anything else. I can knit squares but would really love to be able to sew and especially do quilting. I have tried but definately don't have a talent for these things.

Thankyou, this brings me much comfort and hope for my daughter who became less active last year. Although she is making choices that are different to what I would want for her I still love her and I know she has a kind heart and a love and compassion for others. I will always be there for her no matter what.

I read and study everyday and this year have learnt so much about the Atonement not only from study but also by applying it in my life. I'm grateful to have a testimony of the Atonement and feel there is still so much more for me to learn. I have often wondered about the other worlds and how there could be so many worlds and only one Saviour. Thankyou for all your comments and for helping me understand this better.

Very friendly thankyou

Thankyou for making me feel welcome. I already feel a little more relaxed. I am sure I will soon start to feel at home here even though I'm still not sure how everything works. I'm sure if I make a mistake you will tell me and I will learn as I go along.

I'm not used to doing things like this so I hope I do it ok. I'm a convert to the church and its the best thing that ever happened to me. I hope to be able to make a contribution to this site. I'd like to be able to help others and also learn more myself. I'm a bit nervous about getting to know people but I guess I'll give it a try.