Lessons from the Dentists Chair

I had to have some dental work done recently. It was and is always an excruciating experience to get dental work done. This day I was scheduled to have a root canal, and two cavities filled. I was not expecting to enjoy it at all.

However, as I sat there I was taught some pretty awesome truths about the Book of Mormon.

There are people who were once Lamanites in the book of Mormon who convert to the way of Christ. As part of the changes they make to their lives they also change their names because they didn't want to be known or associated with the bad, bloodthirsty Lamanites of those times. They call themselves ANTI-NEPHI LEHI. Well, its a bit confusing because Nephi and Lehi are the "good guys" in the book of Mormon. So if these people converted to the ways of Christ which essentially were taught by Lehi and Nephi then why would they call themselves ANTI?

This is how it was explained to my Dentist who was telling it to his hygienist.

In the days of Joseph Smith Anti meant something different than it does today. When looking at a reflection of themselves in the mirror they would say that it was an ANTI image. Meaning it was a reflection or same but different version of ones self. Well, Joseph when he was translating would only have use of the language of his day to translate it. So, to him Anti meant they were a reflection of Nephi and Lehi because they lived the same teachings as given by Nephi and Lehi of Christ.

I would like to take this opportunity to bare my testimony of the Book of Mormon. The foundation of the Mormon religion is the Book of Mormon. It is an amazing book. Standing alone it is a marvelous book. It's history and how it came to be are a unique and wonderful story. But, when its added together with the bible it is another testament to our Savior Jesus Christ. Whom we follow and believe in.

We are Christian in every sense of the word and I love my Savior as much as any Christian on Earth. He lived and died for me. He taught lessons of truth and light that I try daily to live my life by. When I read the Book of Mormon I feel His messages radiate from the pages. He is in the lessons of the Book of Mormon as much as He is in the Bible.

It is a great blessing to have this book in these days to know that the men who wrote the Book of Mormon are peoples who lived on this same continent. They believed in Christ some of them without ever seeing Him. The messages inspire and transform me and my heart. I am so thankful for this book. It has made a difference in my life and I know it will make a difference in yours as well.

If you would like to get a free copy of this book you can visit this website http://www.mormon.org/mormonorg/eng/ and they will be able to help you learn more. The Book of Mormon will bring a richness and light to your life that will increase your happiness and joy! I know because it has mine.

Gods Love

I believe in the power of angels, for many reasons.

To begin with, when I was a young mother I had many a late late night rocking my children when they were sick. Not knowing how to calm them and help them rest I would pray to the Lord. I remember distinctly one very late night crying tears of helplessness pleading with the Lord to help me to bring peace to my child. At the end of my prayer an idea came to me, I followed through and my child felt peace and calm enough to rest.

This memory has never left me. I know that not only was my prayer answered but the angels of the Lord were with my child and I the rest of the night so that we both could sleep. I know there are angels all around us. I know that God loves us so much that He sends His angels to administer to our pains and bring us peace and safety.

My children do not live with me. This is a source of constant pain and anguish of the soul for me. Many a night I have cried out to the Lord to bring me peace that I might be able to sleep. I worry so for them. I worry for their souls and for the choices of the past that have caused my children pain. There are even times when I am so worried over them that the only way I can comfort myself is to pray to the Lord to "Circle the Arms of His angels around them and protect them." I KNOW with all that is in me that He does this. I have felt it. I have felt a warmth in my heart that quiets, comforts and brings an abundance of peace to me.

He has done this for me in my life innumerable times. I know He does this for you as well.

The reason I felt the need to write of this is it has happened to me again. This time in a way that I want to never forget. I feel it is a private matter meant for me. However, I needed to share with you the Power of Heaven. It is beyond the scope of our minds ability to conceive it.
God is real. God and His angels guide our lives daily. I know this to be true with all my heart. I have felt it through the witnessing spirit of the Holy Ghost. You too can feel this witness if you open your heart and mind to the Lord. Pray with Full sincerity of heart and you will know the things I write here are true.

I bear witness of the truthfulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I bear witness of Gods love and mercy for our lives. He knows and loves us very much. He is aware of the pains and burdens that weigh us down. He knows that often we are unable to push forward in this cruel mortality we live in. He knows us individually. He is there for you. He is waiting with His arms outstretched. When you least expect it He is lifting the burden and lightening your load just enough for you to get your feet and strength back under you. He loves you so much that He allowed His son, our Savior Jesus Christ to perish on the cross.

When this life feels as if you can not endure another moment. Turn to HIM in pleading prayer and you will find HIM. I promise you this! I bear witness to this with all my heart. His angels of mercy and love are waiting to administer unto you. In HIS almighty name. Amen.