Wednesday, Nov.8
My teens and I have been watching civil war movies for their Sword of Truth class. I cannot believe how much I have enjoyed watching these depictions of war in God's and Generals and Gettysburg. It has been so very inspiring to see these men sacrificing over and over and over again for the things they believe in. I find it such a beautiful symbol of faith and honor. I have more respect for military service than ever before. And just in time for veterans day:) We took the opportunity to research one of the kids' ancestors (through Dad, as there has been very little military service in my line) who served in the civil war. That made it so real and special.
There are some things I have really been struggling with, having prayed and prayed for help but still not knowing what to do and fearing lately maybe things aren't meant to change. Tuesday night I had prayed for guidance on the matter. This morning I didn't have much time to read my scriptures before I had to go to work. I read one verse. In it I saw something I have never seen before, despite having read it many many times.
King Mosiah, (whom I mentioned in yesterday's post) died. His reign had been peaceful. He had not been involved in war. But the verse read, "king Mosiah having gone the way of all the earth, having warred a good warfare...". I immediately thought of the movies we had been watching and the inspiring commitment to fight to the death for what they believed in and I knew that was my answer. Don't give up. Fight for the things you hope for. And so my resolve is strengthened to work toward my vision of how my life can be. I remembered and acted on it several times today.
I am also seeing big changes in a certain child who has been struggling for years. I really believe it is in large part because of the song we have been singing each morning in conjunction with Saygobedo efforts made to spend more time together throughout the day and less time working individually.
Miracles coming. Saygobedo.
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