Reflections On 2007

[Douglas]

Friends,

I couldn't think of a better way to have finished 2007.

First off, knowing you, kind and gentle people, who offered a shoulder, advice and kind words on my journey of faith. You are a bigger part of my life than you could imagine.

Secondly, being taught by the missionaries. To hear the truth so eloquently and faithfully witnessed to was for me a miracle.

Thirdly, being baptised and confirmed in the Church. It was a moment I thought would never come becasue I thought I would never find the true Church of Jesus Christ. I did. I know Heavenly Father loves me and I know that Jesus is my Savior, Lord, and Brother.

While having you all as friends is a blessing finding a a community of believers that I can regularly fellowship with is more than I expected or deserved. Heavenly Father is so GREAT!!

Holding the priesthood is another blessing that I thought had forever slipped though my hands when I left the Catholic seminary over 20 years ago. It is now part of life, part of who I am, part of my very being. May my preisthood and my life be always humbly dedicated to the service of our God and His people. I have been able to pray the sacrament prayers on Sundays and work as home teacher and ward missionary. I feel the presence Holy Ghost.

Lastly, I was able to visit the New York City Temple for proxy baptisms and confirmations. I was a wonderful moment in my life.

I testify that this Church is true, that the Book of Mormon is true, that Joseph Smith was a prophet of God, and that we have a living prophet to guide and instruct us.

I think 2008 will be a wonderful adventure and I am happy to have you with me for the ride.

May your New Year be a blessed one!

[Guest Iggy]

Thank you so much Douglas for your wonderful words - for your testimony. It has warmed my heart and soul.

I too am thankful for ALL that has happened to me in 2007. I have gained a stronger testimony from the trials and tribulations that I have gone through. I have also gained a stronger testimony from the avalanche of blessings that I and my husband have received.

I know first hand the reason why there is 'Opposition in all things" - without the bad how in the world would we ever know what is good?

[MorningStar]

Thank you for that wonderful message, Douglas. May your year be a blessed one too!

[Still_Small_Voice]

2007 was a good year to me as well. I feel like Iggy stated that I also have received an "avalanche of blessings" last year. Financially things are getting better and our son was born on December 20th. I hope 2008 is even better. :)