Just a Few Thoughts on LDS General Conference

Most of you know I'm a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (aka the Mormon church). Every six months the leaders of our church convene and through a televised/radio/internet conference address the members. It is my belief that they receive revelation from God, that He designs these messages, catering to our individual and collective needs. Topics of this conference included courage in discipleship, staying true to the faith of our ancestors, avoiding the evils of pornography in our homes, greater dedication to family history work (more on this another time), and the proper (and improper) management of time spent on the internet. I felt uplifted by these messages and grateful to be a part of such an incredible community of faithful Christians. "Dios nos da poder; luchemos en la causa celestial." (God gives our strength; we strive for a heavenly cause!) Imperfect as we are, it is in our daily striving, our sincere efforts to do what is right and good, that we show our love and devotion to the Savior of the world. I look forward to Easter this weekend. One of the speakers at the conference mentioned that Christ had the power to resurrect Lazarus after four days in the tomb. It occurred to me that I have been spiritually injured (usually through my own sin and apathy) for much longer periods during my life and Christ has always revived me. He has complete power to renew the body and spirit, if we do our part and come unto Him. It is not easy, but it is worth it.  Everything I have that matters to me, I have because of Him.  The conference inspired me to do better, to be a better disciple of Christ.  I know that these messages come from God and that if carefully applied, they can and will change the world.  (For any who might be interested, here is a link to the conference.  You can watch, read, or listen to the individual addresses or view it in one sitting.)   2014 April General Conference