Section 29

This week in my Doctrine and Covenants class, I was given the opportunity to do a more thorough study of Section 29 (In D&C). There are so many wonderful tidbits to be found in there.
Next, I had to answer a few questions, which I have attached below:

What are two important truths you learn from your study of section 29 concerning each of the following doctrines (six in all): the Creation, the Fall, and the Atonement?

The Creation:

1- TRUTH: By the power of the Spirit, the Lord created ALL things, both spiritual AND temporal. (D&C 29:31)

Importance of knowing: All that we see is created by God. No matter what man may say, they themselves are here because God created even them.

2 - TRUTH: The Lord’s work (creations), have no end. (D&C 29:33)

Importance of knowing: God’s creations did not end right after he created Adam and Eve. They continue on today, and will forever more.

The Fall:

3- TRUTH: By transgressing the commandments (Adam partaking of the fruit), he became subject to the will of the devil, because he yielded unto temptation. (D&C 29:40)

Importance of knowing: When we allow ourselves to succumb to temptation, we are more vulnerable to Satan’s plans and persuasions. We should not allow ourselves to EVER fall into his snares.

4- TRUTH: The fall caused Adam to experience “spiritual death”, which is the “first death”( This is the same death that will be pronounced upon the wicked) (D&C 29:41)

Importance of knowing: Though it may seem to some like a small infraction (the mistake that Adam made), it too would have separated Adam from God’s presence forever, had he not repented.

The Atonement:

5- TRUTH: They (the seed of Adam) should not die (as in, spiritual death), if they repent (and angels will be sent forth to declare repentance and redemption) (D&C 29:42)

Importance of knowing: Even though we error and make mistakes, we can return to God’s presence if we rely on the atonement and repent

6- TRUTH: “Little children are redeemed from the foundation of the world through mine Only Begotten” (D&C 29:46

Importance of knowing: There is no need to baptize babies, since they cannot sin (D&C 29:47). Children should not be held to the same accountability as adults.

**What questions does this section invite you to ask concerning God’s plan of redemption?

I believe this section leads one to ask HOW do we repent? How do we make sure our repentance process is acceptable to the Lord?

I am constantly amazed at all that God created for us, and of his infinite love for each of his children. It is almost unfathomable to realize the depths of his love. What a great blessing to have the atonement available to each and every one of us. Some days, I truly feel blessed.

--I really am grateful for opportunities like these, that help me to learn and grow.

My kids & hubby

I love this picture! (and can you see the bird diving down in the background? cool huh). This was taken on the beach in Spain, right in front of our apt. rental. What an amazing trip that was! (Details to come soon :-) )

Another picture of my little munchkin.
Books are seriously one of her favorite things. She loves reading them and throwing them on the floor. Either way, it's exciting, and she loves books! :-)

You so need to see how she's grown!

Just look at my baby girl! She's so grown up! and SO fun! She's 13 months now, and so full of life and happiness. She is still the happiest baby on earth and laughs ALL the time! She loves our dog (oh yeah, we got a dog. I'm not as thrilled, but the rest of the family seem to enjoy him:-)
Angela also LOVES music, and will get annoyed if others try to interrupt her music time (on the real piano, or her play piano or drum). She loves shoes, and smiling, and crawling EVERYWHERE (but has no desire to walk. ha ha). She especially loves to empty out bags or buckets of their belongings. (this is NOT my favorite game to play.)
IT's just her and me at home during the day, since all the other kids are in school, and we have a lovely time together. OH, I love this baby girl!

A Soldier comes home. . .

It is AMAZING what happens in a year!
Many good things have happened.

In May, PAUL CAME HOME! (Let's blame my lack of posting on the blog to spending time with him and the kids instead ;-)

I've had many times in my life that were filled with utmost joy and happiness that I thought I would burst. . . This is right at the top of that list. I can't quite say it was the happiest day of my life, but Pretty sure it is tied for that position (along with my wedding day and the births of all six of my children).
I was so nervous the day of and the day before he got home. I had butterflies, and could hardly eat. Funny enough, as I think about it, I get teary eyed. . . It is truly a magical amazing moment. To be separated from the love of your life, your best friend, your helpmeet, your spouse for a YEAR, is crazy! To reunite, is indescribable. I just couldn't stop smiling.
There's a song "I could not ask for more" that kept reeling through my head, because I found the lyrics SO appropriate to my feelings in that moment when I finally held him in my arms again. "These are the moments, I thank God that I'm alive. These are the moments I'll remember ALL my life. I've found ALL I've WAITED for, and I could not ask for more. I could not ask for more than this time together, I could not ask for more than this time with you. Every PRAYER has BEEN ANSWERED, every wish I had's come true. . . "
I just saw a picture today, and it put me right back in that moment. It seriously brings me tears of joy.
I can't help but think of our Father in Heaven and the reunions that are constantly taking place above us. Going through a deployment separation REALLY helped me see the heavenly perspective that is there. When we talk about the joyous reunions that must be taking place when someone we love passes on, I can visualize even MORE what that must be like! and WOW! Reunions full of LOVE are amazing.
I can't believe it's already been five months since he came home! WoW! It's flown by. I am hoping and praying it continues to go that fast for my dear friends who are experiencing deployments right now. I look forward to the tears I will shed on their behalf when they are reunited again. Oh what joy! I love my life!

Update picture

She gets more and more beautiful every day! Seriously, the happiest baby I've ever known. She brings so much joy to our family! We so love our Angela Isabelle

The One He Fights For (military girlfriends/spouse tribute)

This video really touched me. I just had to share, especially for all my Military wife friends out there.