Yesterday Jared and I had a very quiet Sunday morning. Mainly because Alayna is gone to California, but Jake was also napping. So I picked up the new July Ensign. The cover was very intriguing to me. So I read the article that went along with it. I found it very interesting that Elder M. Russell Ballard actually mentioned blogs. He said..."Talk honestly and sincerely about the impact the gospel has had in your life, about how it has helped you overcome weaknesses or challenges and helped define your values. The audiences for these and other new media tools may often be small, but the cumulative effect of thousands of such stories can be great. The combined effort is certainly worth the outcome if but a few are influenced by your words of faith and love of God and His Son, Jesus Christ.
The Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ has no doubt had a powerful impact on your life. It has, in part, shaped who you are and what your future will be. Do not be afraid to share with others your experiences as a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ. We all have interesting stories that have influenced our identity. Sharing those stories is a nonthreatening way to talk to others. Telling those stories can help demystify the Church. You could help overcome misperceptions through your own sphere of influence, which ought to include the Internet."
As I read this, I realized that's why I love to blog. That's why I love reading your stories and experiences. I love to share my experiences and stories of joy with others. I simply didn't realize that this is one way we can impact the lives of others. So if I happen to share a few more personal feelings and details, just know that I'm trying to reach out to others just a little bit more. I actually saw on a friends blog "52 weeks of Gratitude" I thought, that I also could do something like this. Well, lots to think about, but I just loved this angle to sharing the gospel using the Internet. What do you think?
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Great minds think alike (and yes I am refering to you and me). My last blog tells it all.
Very well said! And I guess there are a lot of "great minds" out there cuz after reading that article I too felt like I should post something about that. I guess stay tuned...
You inspired me! I got the Ensign out today to read it, but then got distracted by another article. I am still determined to read it though. Thanks!
Diana- Hi it's Natalie (Ackerman) Maxfield. I know it has been forever since we have talked or seen eachother. I came across your blog, and wanted to say hi. Your kids are so cute. It is strange how time goes by so fast. I loved your post about what you read in the Ensign. I hope your family continues to do well. Our blog is maxfieldcrew.blogspot.com I hope to stay in touch!
Jed's email is jedcc_32@hotmail.com, mine is sbob33@hotmail.com. Jed mainly works with people who don't have very much credit or don't have very good credit. But I am sure that he could help you out with questions or finding a good place to get a loan if you have good credit. His number is 801-471-5908. He works with Wells Fargo. Good Luck! It was fun to run into you at Carrabas! Happy Anniversary!
Diana, I just recently joined the blogging world and actually ran across your blog through a friend of mine, Jenn Butterfield. . .anyway I scanned through it and I must say it's so cute - love the background that makes it so "scrapbooky" love it!!
This post caught my eye. Thanks for expressing your feelings here. I love the idea of using this medium to share the gospel. I'm so glad you shared it this way - I'm going to go read that article now. My sister also commented to me about how this is a great way to journal too. I love both ideas and will try hard to do both.
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