“I have no greater joy then to hear my
children walk in the truth” 3 John 1: 4, King
James Bible.
The Ripple
Effect
Have you
ever heard of the ripple effect,
How one
choice you make can have a lasting impact?
Well, that
seems to be the governing principle for my dad’s family.
When one
choice leads to another, it affects so many including me.
Some of
these choices are good. Some of these choices are bad.
Some of
these choices are in between, but often these are the ones that are most sad.
Consequences
are reaped either way though.
Each
decision determines what direction in life my family will go.
Some of them
are good examples.
They show me
paths I want to follow and good things I want to do.
Others make
poor decisions and I think “I don’t want to be like them.
Why they did
that I don’t have a clue.”
All I know
is that one decision can determine a lot,
Like what
kind of person you are and what kind of values you’ve got,
So beware of
the decisions that you make
And be wise
in the course that you let your life take,
Because our
choices can be like ripples in a pond that have both flowers and weeds.
You never
know who each ripple might touch or where each ripple might lead.
“We believe in being honest, true, chaste,
benevolent, virtuous, and in doing good to all men. Indeed we may say that we
follow the admonition of Paul. We believe all things. We hope all things, and
we hope to be able to endure all things. If there is anything virtuous, lovely,
or of good report, or praiseworthy, we seek after these things” The 13th
Article of Faith, The Pearl of Great
Price.
Our Word
Will Be as Good as Gold
Whatever
happened to the virtues of old,
Where
a man’s word was as good as gold?
Whatever
happened to honesty, charity, and humility?
What
happened to faith, hope, diligence, and sincerity?
What
happened to a love of God and fellow men?
What
happened to a willingness to do all we can?
These
things do exist, but they seem hard to find and out-of- touch.
What
happened to these values and morals that used to mean so much?
What
happened to the world? What happened to this inner guide?
What
happened to the strength and knowledge we used to feel inside?
Are
they gone? Are they lost?
Or
are they still gained with a cost?
Is
there hope? Can it be
They
can be gained by you or me?
Yes,
they can! There is hope. This I truly believe:
If
we work hard and have patience, these traits can be achieved.
Then
we can have honesty, charity, and humility.
We
can have faith, hope, diligence, and sincerity.
We
can have a love of God and our fellow men
If
we are willing to do all we can,
And
as we gain these virtues of old,
Our
word will be as good as gold.
My next few poems are about agency and having
a positive attitude and being free to choose for myself my attitude about life.
In writing these poems, I understand that there are people with mental
illnesses such as depression, anxiety, and other such things that may make it
difficult for them to simply decide to be happy, even though they may make
great efforts in doing so. My poems are not directed at those with these kinds
of illnesses and they are certainly not to make those with such illnesses to
feel worse about themselves or their situations in life. They were written for me
and for any others who might benefit from them. If these poems inspire or help
anyone to be happier and have a more positive outlook on life, then this is
what they are for. And if these poems do not help or are not useful to you,
please disregard them.
For me, however, I have found that there is
great power and strength in knowing that I do have a choice about my attitude
in life, and I take comfort in knowing that I can choose for myself to be
happy.
“Wherefore, be of good cheer, and
do not fear, for I the Lord am with you, and will stand by you; and ye shall
bear record of me, even Jesus Christ, that I am the Son of the living God, that
I was, that I am, and that I am to come” Doctrine and Covenants 68: 6.
Smile
Instead of Frown
I am
questioning almost everything that I once knew.
I am trying
to be faithful. I know I must be true,
But
sometimes, I get so confused. Sometimes I’m tempted. Sometimes I doubt.
Sometimes I
forget what life is really about.
There are
times when I lose my way. I slip and fall.
There are
times I wonder if I will make it at all.
The world
tries to tear me down,
So instead
of smiling, sometimes I frown.
Sometimes I
get discouraged. Sometimes I am afraid,
But then I
turn to God and look at the world that He has made.
Everything
is so perfect. I know He has a plan.
I know that
He made me to be the person that I am.
I know I am
imperfect. I know I mistakes,
But I know
if I turn to my Savior, and I do all that it takes,
I can be
forgiven and repent of my sins,
And I can
have the chance to return to God again.
Though this
world is a crazy one; it’s full of sin and lies,
It is also
so wonderful as each day goes by,
Because we
have a loving Heavenly Father, who by His infinite grace
Saw fit to
try and test us, and gain experience in this place.
Our lives
may be hard. They may be full of pain and strife,
But we never
have to be alone or lost in this life;
We need only
to turn to our God up above
And follow
His Son, who for us had so much love.
Then as we
study the scriptures, ponder, and pray,
We will know
God’s will for us each and every day.
We will be
able to make it through,
Because we
will be led by the Spirit who shows us what to do,
And even
though the world will try to get us down,
We can still
have reason to be happy and to smile instead of frown.
“Wherefore, the Lord God gave
unto man that he should act for himself. Wherefore, man could not act for
himself save it should be that he was enticed by one or the other”
2 Nephi 2: 16, Book of Mormon.
I Can Be as
Happy as I Want to Be
I
can be as happy as I want to be.
No
one, but me can ever stop me.
Of
course, there’ll be times of hardship; there will be times that I will be sad,
But
I can determine what I will learn, even in times that are bad.
It’s
all about attitude. It’s all about heart.
It’s
all about purpose and enduring from the start.
I
can choose to find joy in the journey right now,
Or
I could wait around and wish it would happen somehow.
I
can choose to worry my life away,
Or
I can prepare and do something today.
I
can be selfish and choose to complain,
Or
I could be happy come sunshine or rain.
I
can be negative and bring everyone down,
Or
I could be positive and smile instead of frown.
I
can forever wish that I was like someone else,
Or
I can be grateful for just being myself.
I
can choose to love life until the very end.
I
can happily enjoy it with my family and friends.
I can say “Life is terrible. Oh, woe is me!”
But
in the end, I will be as happy as I want to be.
When
I wrote I Can Be as Happy as I Want to Be,
I was having a difficult time in my music theory class. I had a tutor for that
class, and my tutor was very kind and patient with me, but on that day, I could
tell that even he was getting frustrated with me. Instead of directing his
frustrations at me, my tutor sat down with me, and in a loving way, he took
almost an entire hour to help me understand what I could improve upon in music
and what would help me to not be so upset and frustrated all the time. I don’t
think we even worked on anything that I was supposed to that day, but because
of my tutor’s kindness and patience, I learned so much about music that day,
and so much about life. One of the greatest things that I learned was that I
needed to have a positive attitude if I wanted to get anywhere in my life.
Because I had a tutor that was so willing to help me, I knew I had to try. I
knew that if I ever wanted to be happy and positive, that I had to be the one
to decide that. I had to choose for myself whether or not I would be happy.
“And the Messiah cometh in the
fullness of time, that he may redeem the children of men from the fall. And
because that they are redeemed from the fall they become free forever, knowing
good from evil; to act for themselves and not to be acted upon, save it be by
the punishment of the law at the great and last day, according to the
commandments which God hath given.
Wherefore, men are free according
to the flesh; and all things are given them which are expedient unto man. And
they are free to choose liberty and eternal life, through the great Mediator of
all men, or to choose captivity and death, according to the captivity and power
of devil; for he seeketh that all men might be miserable like unto himself.
And now, my sons, I would that ye
should look to the great Mediator, and hearken unto his great commandments; and
be faithful unto his words, and choose eternal life, according to the will of
his Holy Spirit” 2 Nephi 26-28, Book of
Mormon.
Your Choices
and Your Actions will make Everything Clear
Take
a look around. Look into the mirror.
Tell
me what you see. Is the reflection clear?
Do
you realize who you are and who you can be?
Do
you know of your potential? Do you see with clarity?
Do
you know you can choose what path you will take?
You
can choose your own direction and what choices you make.
You
can choose to be someone who is arrogant and proud,
Or
you can choose a different way; you can stand out in a crowd.
You
can choose who you become and what you want to do.
You
can choose to set an example to many or a few.
You
cannot choose your consequences after you decide
To
make a choice, whether wrong or right.
You
cannot choose everything that happens in your life,
But
you can choose your attitude in happiness or in strife.
You
can choose to be the best person you can
By
believing in God and following the Lamb.
You
can choose to be the best person you can
By
believing in God and following the Lamb.
You
can choose to act or to be acted upon,
But
you ultimately will decided how your life has gone,
Because
as you take a look around, and look into the mirror,
Your
choices and your actions will make everything clear.
Doctrine and Covenants, 59:21
states “And in nothing doth man offend God, or against no one is his wrath
kindled, save those who confess not his hand in all things, and obey not his
commandments.”
In the
Book of Mormon in Alma 34: 38 we are told to “…worship God in whatsoever place
ye may be in, in the spirit of truth, and that ye may live in thanksgiving
daily for the many mercies and blessings which he doth bestow upon you,” and in
Psalms 100: 4-5, we are told to “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and
into his courts with praise; be thankful unto him, and bless his name. For the
Lord is good; his mercy is
everlasting; and his truth endureth to
all generations.”
In
thinking on the doctrine of agency and in pondering my ability to choose, I
have found that when I choose to be grateful for what I do have, rather than
forever complaining about what went wrong and what I do not have, my life seems
more fulfilling and I have increased joy and happiness. I thought about why
that is and I think that part of the reason this is, is because as the
scriptures tell us, showing gratitude to God is a commandment, and the Lord
blesses those who keep his commandments and remember him.
Being
Thankful
Oh, there is
a time I favor, beyond all the rest,
A time when
the birds have flown far from their nests.
Many leaves
have fallen for it is late in Fall.
Have you
guests the time my friends? It’s Thanksgiving!
It’s a time
to be thankful for all that you have,
And give to
the needy to help make them glad.
It’s a time
to remember that first Thanksgiving day,
When the
Indians and Pilgrims feasted away,
And gave
thanks for their blessings, all that they had,
Sharing with
each other, so they wouldn’t be sad.
So, when
it’s Thanksgiving, think of your blessings,
Not just the
food like the turkey and dressings.
Being Thankful is one of my earliest
works of poetry. I originally wrote it about Thanksgiving and remembering to be
thankful and show gratitude during this time, but I think this simple poem also
is a reminder to show gratitude, not just at Thanksgiving, but at all times,
and to do as directed in Alma and “live in thanksgiving daily.”
When I think of living in
thanksgiving daily and expressing my gratitude for all that I have, one of the
things that comes to mind is to be grateful that I have the freedom to dream
and that I have the freedom to choose for myself who I will become and what I
will be. Even though these dreams may be difficult to achieve at times, I can
still dream and I can still choose to believe in myself and in my dreams,
regardless of what setbacks or obstacles that I may face.
We can
Achieve Our Dreams if We Believe
We all have
the same dreams. We want them so much.
They may be
only dreams, but they’re so real to us.
We can see
ourselves climbing high, reaching up for the sky.
We know that
we can make it if we really try.
We all have
to believe in ourselves to get there. It’s true.
I’ll believe
in me if you’ll believe in you.
We have to
remember all dreams have a price.
We have to
work for them, or they won’t seem as nice.
There are
some dreams that are greater, some dreams that we want more.
These dreams
are the dreams that we should give are all for.
We can’t
give up. We have to keep going.
There may be
bumps, but we have to keep moving.
We can
achieve
Our dreams
if we believe.
As I think about dreaming and setting goals,
I think about dreams that have come true or been realized and dreams that I
have yet to be accomplished and goals that I have yet to meet. When I think
about this, an image of a butterfly comes to my mind. I think that a dream is
like a butterfly waiting to spread its wings and fly. Before we work at our
dreams, a dream is very much like a butterfly that is sitting and has not
spread its wings, and I believe it is only when we begin to put effort into our
dreams and to make goals to accomplish them, that our dreams begin to take
flight and become something incredible.
Take Me Away
Take me away
into the sky.
My dreams
will soar and I will fly.
I’ll show
the world I’m not who they think I am,
Because I
have a different plan.
I’ll fly to
the moon and back again,
And no one
will know that I have been,
But I don’t
care. They will see.
I’ll show
them who I am and what I want to be.
I’m going to
laugh; I’m going to live; I’m going to learn; I’m going to love.
I’m going to
hope; I’m going to dream; I’m going to pray to God above,
So take me
away into the sky,
My dreams
will soar and I will fly.
I’ll show
the world I’m not who they think I am,
Because I
have a different plan.
I’ll follow
my dreams; I’ll shoot for the stars.
I’ll plan
for the moon, but I’ll end up on Mars.
My
imagination can take me anywhere.
I’ll lean on
my family and friends and I’ll ride on a prayer.
I’ll be who
I want to be,
And I’ll
show the world the real me,
So take me
away into the sky.
My dreams
will soar and I will fly.
I’ll show
the world I’m not who I think I am,
Because I
have a different plan.
Yes I have a
different plan.
We are counseled in the King James Bible in
Psalms 34: 14, to “Depart from evil, and do good, seek peace, and pursue it.”
But
how can I obtain peace and how can I work to develop peace with others?
One of the fundamental principles of
agency is that we are the only ones who can choose to change. No one else can
make this decision for us. I have to be the one to decide to change myself or
allow myself to be changed. Likewise, you have to be the one to change yourself
or to allow yourself to be changed. We can help to inspire change others to
change for the better though, when we seek to develop and maintain Godlike
principles. We can learn what these principles are by studying and applying
verses 41-43 out of section 121 of the Doctrine and Covenants.
These read “No power or influence
can or ought to be maintained by virtue of the priesthood, only by persuasion,
by long-suffering, by gentleness, and meekness, and by love unfeigned; By
kindness, and pure knowledge, which shall greatly enlarge the soul without
hypocrisy, and without guile--, reproving betimes with sharpness, when moved
upon by the Holy Ghost; and then showing forth afterwards an increase of love
toward him whom thou hast reproved, lest he esteem thee to be his enemy.”
When we do these things, I believe
that we can be blessed to have peace like the prophet Isaiah promised. He said
“And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness
quietness and assurance forever” Isaiah 32: 17, King James Bible.
Dreams,
Hopes, and Wishes
I used to dream of hope in a world that’s almost hopeless.
I used to wish for peace in this world that’s always so restless.
I used to dream of love and kindness on this earth.
I used to wish that everyone would know of their true worth.
I used to wish; I used to dream.
I used to hope, almost beyond hope, that life would have more
meaning.
Then I realized, in order to make my hopes and dreams come true,
I have to start by changing, me first, not the world, not you,
So I tried to change myself into a better me.
I tried to change myself into who I wanted to be,
So with the scriptures as my guide,
I tried to be more thoughtful, more loving, and more kind.
I tried to be more gracious, humble, and obedient, keeping good
thoughts in my mind.
I have tried to be everything God would want me to.
I have tried to be all I can and do all I can do,
So that one day I will be worthy to live with Him above.
That’s why I’ve tried to do my best to show more charity and love,
And I’ve tried to be more helpful and think of others, too,
And now because of my faith in my religion that’s true,
I have found hope in a world that’s almost hopeless.
I have found peace in a world that’s always so restless.
I’ve learned that there can be more love and kindness on this
earth,
Even though everyone might not know of their true worth,
But in order for those things to be,
I can’t start by changing the world; I have to start by changing
me.
In pursuing my dreams and my
goals and especially as I try to become the person that I would like to be,
sometimes what helps me the most is knowing that I have a family member or
friend there to encourage me and to believe in me. I find hope to continue, faith
to move forward, and the strength that I need to carry on through those that
believe in me, especially when I remember that my Savior Jesus Christ is my
truest friend, and He will always be there with open arms to receive me and to
help me, so long as I am willing to come unto Him with full sincerity of heart.
“Behold,
he sendeth an invitation unto all men, for the arms of mercy are extended
towards them, and he saith: Repent, and I will receive you. Yea, he saith: Come
unto me and ye shall partake of the fruit of the tree of life; yea, ye shall
eat and drink of the bread and the waters of life freely; Yea, come unto me and
bring forth works of righteousness…” Alma 5: 33-35, Book of Mormon.
Someone to
Believe in Me
I try so
hard to do my best in all that I do and say,
But
sometimes I forget or get distracted along my way.
I have my
goals in mind and I know they can be accomplished;
But
sometimes, people or things tear me down,
and my
dreams seem almost demolished.
I just want
someone to believe in me,
Just someone
to encourage me to be all that I can be.
I just want
someone to lean on,
Someone who
will be there for me all along.
Then I
thought about this wish and realized it has already come true,
Because I
have my friends and my family, and I have you.
There are so many of my
worthwhile goals and dreams that center on becoming who Christ would want me to
become and how I can strive to live and do as He would live and as He would do.
Though, I constantly fall short, I am encouraged to keep trying and to keep
going, and I am reminded that as long as I am doing my best, and as long as I
am continuing to look to Christ and to repent and remember Him, than His grace
will make up the difference.
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee; be not
dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea
I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. For I the Lord thy
God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee”
Isaiah 41:10 & 13 , King James Bible.
Will I Ever
Be Good Enough?
Will I ever be
good enough?
Will I ever
measure up?
Can I ever
be the kind of person He would have me be?
I just wish
I could see
If I could
do the things He would have me do;
If I could
show love and kindness to others, too,
If I could
live my life a better way,
And be a
better person each new day.
I just wish
I could see
If I could
be as He would have me be.
Oh Father,
please help me. I’m trying to do my best,
But I wonder
is that good enough for this test?
Please help
me to become stronger. Please lead me to the light.
Please help
me do my best. Please help me choose the right.
Please help
me try to be good enough,
So I can
measure up.
Oh, please
help me!
Then these
words enter my mind in answer to my plea.
“Hush now,
my child; be still; be not afraid.
I will guide
you through the paths of life. Be not dismayed.
You are of
great worth. Remember your nature is divine.
If you do
your best, you will always measure up, for child, you are mine.”
Now I see
that I can be good enough,
And I can
measure up.
Yes, now I
can see
If I do my
best, I can be as He would have me be.
“Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? And one of them shall
not fall on the ground without your Father. Fear ye not therefore, ye are of
more value than many sparrows” Matthew 10: 29 & 31, King James Bible.
Precious in
God’s Sight
I just feel so insignificant. I can’t seem to do much right,
So I turned to God, and he helped me get back into the light.
Since then I’ve prayed a lot.
I’ve prayed about if I am to pursue those dreams or not,
And I’ve got my answer of what to do.
He said for me to follow my dreams, but to Him be true.
Now I don’t feel so insignificant. I’ve learned more of what is
right.
I know better than ever before that I am precious in God’s sight.
“Be ye therefore followers of
God, as dear children; And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath
given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for sweetsmelling
savour. For ye were sometimes darkness,
but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light…” Ephesians 5: 1-2
& 8, King James Bible.
A Good
Example
There is so
much I want to do in this life; there’s so much that I want to be.
There are so
many things that I’d like to accomplish; there’s so much that I’d like to see.
I’d like to
be a good example to everyone that I meet.
I’d like to
be able to help others stand on their feet.
I’d like to
form friendships like that of Ruth.
I’d like to
tell the world about the gospel and its important truths.
I’d like to
be a true disciple of the living Christ.
I’d like to
help other people by sharing His light.
I’d like to
be the kind of person people look to in times of need.
I’d like to
be there helping others do their best to succeed.
I’d like to
be the very best person that I can be,
So that if I
am a good example, others might follow me.
In the
Book of Mormon in Moroni chapter 7, verses 3-5, Moroni states “Wherefore, I
would speak unto you that are of the church, that are the peaceable followers
of Christ, and that have obtained a sufficient hope by which ye can enter into
the rest of the Lord, from this times henceforth until ye shall rest with him
in heaven. And now my brethren, I judge these things of you because of your
peaceable walk with the children of men. For I remember the word of God which
saith by their works ye shall know them; for if their works be good, then they
are good also.”
Christ
himself also tells us that “To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me
in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his
throne” Revelations 3: 21, King James
Bible.
Enter Into My Rest
I have different goals, so I must do different things
To help me be able to achieve my dreams.
I can’t afford to settle for the world’s view.
I am of noble birth. I am a woman of virtue.
I must live up to my full potential. I must try to become
A true disciple of Christ, my Heavenly Father’s perfect Son.
I am worth so much more than what the world says I am.
I am a daughter of God and I know His plan.
I will be faithful and I will stay true
To all that I promised my Father I would do.
I will strive each and every day to do my very best,
So that one day, I may hear Christ say “Well done. Enter
into my rest.”
I have
found that in order for me to become the person that I want to be, I have to be
willing to allow the Lord in my life and to take counsel from the Lord. The
Book of Mormon prophet Alma instructed us to “...Contend no more with the Holy
Ghost, but that ye receive it, and take upon you the name of Christ; that ye
humble yourselves even to the dust, and worship God, in whatsoever place ye may
be in, in spirit and in truth; and that ye live in thanksgiving daily, for the
many mercies and blessings which he doth bestow upon you. Yea, and I also
exhort you, my brethren, that ye be watchful unto prayer continually, that ye
may not be led away by the temptations for the devil, that he may not overpower
you, that ye may not become his subjects at the last day; for behold, he
rewardeth you no good thing.
And now my beloved brethren, I would exhort
you to have patience, and that ye bear all manner of afflictions.”
President Hinckley has also encouraged us to
be grateful. Be smart. Be clean. Be true. Be humble, and to be prayerful. It
was from his counsel that Be All That You
Can Be was written. I pray that I can listen to counsel from both of these
prophets that I may be wise and that I may become the best person that I can, the
person that I know the Lord would have me be.
Be All That
You Can Be
Be all that you want. Be all that you need.
Be all that you can so you can succeed.
Do all that you can to help others out.
Let your light shine bright, so others won’t be in doubt.
Be all that you can be.
Be as strong as the wind on a stormy sea.
You’ve got to be smart. You’ve got to be kind.
You’ve got to be humble and grateful, keeping others in mind.
You’ve got to be clean. You’ve got to be true.
You’ve got to be prayerful, and you’ve got to be you.
Be all that you can be.
Work towards the best of all your abilities.
Show love and kindness to your fellow men
By trying to keep the commandments and doing all that you can.
So, be all that you can and do all that you can do
To help others out, so that you can, in turn, help you.
“For thou art great, and doest
wonderous things: thou art God alone. Teach me thy way, O Lord; I will walk in
thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name. I will praise thee, O Lord God,
with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore. For great is thy
mercy toward me: and thou hast delivered my soul from the lowest hell” Psalms
86: 10-13, King James Bible.
Please Help
Me Be More Christ like
Dear Father,
I know that I have sinned,
And I keep
messing up again and again,
But I want
to follow thee, and I want to choose the right,
But I can’t
do this on my own, so please guide me back into the light.
Please
forgive me of my many sins,
And please
help me show more love and kindness to my fellow men.
Please help
me bridle my tongue, so I will speak words more kind,
And help me
try to keep others in my thoughts and mind.
Please help
me think before I speak,
And please
help me listen to the words that thou doth teach,
So that I
can rid myself of evil and cleanse myself from sin
That I may
be spotless in thy eyes and return to thee again,
So I ask
thee to please help me show more love and kindness and more charity.
Please help
me try to serve others more willingly,
And help me
be more friendly and encouraging.
Please help
me show more tolerance and be more forgiving,
But above
all, help me remember that we are all children of Thee,
So I should
treat everyone in a pleasing way,
And
especially, please, help me be more Christ like in all I do and say.
“Ye cannot behold with your natural eyes, for
the present time, the design of your God concerning those things which shall
come hereafter, and the glory which shall follow after much tribulation. For
after much tribulation come the blessings. Wherefore the day cometh that ye
shall be crowned with much glory; the hour is not yet, but is nigh at hand” Doctrine
and Covenants 58: 2-4.
“And again, be patient in tribulation until I
come; and behold, I come quickly, and my reward is with me, and they who have
sought me early shall find rest to their souls…”Doctrine and Covenants 54: 10.
Stay Strong
in your Beliefs
I’m not
ashamed of the path I’ve chosen thus far,
And I
understand why the church has “raised the bar,”
But it
saddens me to see that so many have gone astray.
I sometimes
wonder why it has to be this way.
Why is it,
to the world right is seen as wrong?
Why are
there so many evils that prolong?
I’ve tried
my very best to do what’s right,
And I’ve
tried to follow Christ and share His light.
I’ve tried
to do all that God asked,
And I’ve
tried to keep His commandments and perform His tasks,
But
temptation is strong,
And evils do
prolong,
So I
sometimes get discouraged and I almost want to give up in despair,
So I fall to
my knees and I humbly kneel in prayer.
Then the
Spirit whispers: “My child, be strong
In the midst
of these evils, in the midst of these wrongs.
Have faith,
have patience, and believe.
Remember if
you press forward, these things can be achieved.
Do not
despair.
Stay strong
in your beliefs and remember I am here.”
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