Rejoice & Testify of Jesus Christ & The Book of Mormon – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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Moroni 10:4-5 is scripture that changed Lucy's life. This scripture perfectly reflects her strong and unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. Growing up in Gallup, New Mexico, on the Navajo Reservation's checkerboard area, Lucy learned traditional teachings from her father and mother, who were both a medicine man and medicine woman,  about plants, songs, and their cultural heritage. She grew up with a deep connection to her Navajo roots, but when she was 8 years old her life took a transformative turn as she went on the Indian Student Placement Program through The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As she learned, her faith brought her profound spiritual strength, which was solidified at age 14 when she read the Book of Mormon daily and felt the Spirit testify to her of its truth. From her childhood herding sheep and learning gratitude for the Creator’s provisions, to her time as a missionary in Honduras and a 30-year career as a combat medic in the Army, Lucy’s life has been a testament to her commitment to God, her Navajo heritage, and her love for others. Today, she continues to honor her heritage and faith in Jesus Christ. 

My end remarks I talk about how Lucy truly embodies Hózhó (beauty, harmony, balance, and peace) and "Walks in Beauty" everyday. I explain how I think this traditional Diné teaching parallels walking the gospel path of Jesus Christ. Both require dedication, integrity, faith, and a connection with the Creator to navigate challenges and find joy and reflect His light and spread beauty and goodness to the world around us.

Traditional Navajo Teachings "Walking in Beauty": https://youtu.be/8tZHIER3Jb4

Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health "Walk in Beauty": https://youtu.be/DKxGuUrp9M8

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Mosiah 4:14-15 was an answer to a mother’s prayer! Caroline’s husband was frequently away on military duty, leaving her to parent alone. One challenge she struggled with was contention among her children. As she prayed for guidance, she came across this scripture, which inspired her to teach her children to love and serve one another instead of fighting. From that point on, whenever her children argued, she would have them write down Mosiah 4:14-15 and explain that contention was not welcome in their home. She then had them find ways to serve one another throughout the day. Over time, this simple practice reduced the arguments and brought greater peace and the Spirit into their home. For Caroline, the scriptures continue to provide the guidance and answers she needs.

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Alma 30:44 was very significant to Charles conversion story. The beautiful landscapes in Flagstaff, AZ, where he grew up, testified to him that all things denote there is a God. So it was easy for him to choose to be baptized when he was 15 years old. He then went on to serve a mission in Lima, Peru and is now raising his family in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Charles is such a kind and humble person and I'm so glad you can hear him rejoice and testify of Jesus Christ and The Book of Mormon.  

My end "Come, Follow Me" thoughts I share how all things testify of God and how in Alma 17 we come to know Jesus Christ and His gospel by diligently searching the scriptures everyday. We need to make this a lifetime pursuit! 

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Ether 12:27 is a Book of Mormon scripture that changed Vinny's life! He was born and raised in India as a Hindu and converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints when he was 17 years old. After his baptism he suffered persecution from family and friends for following Christ, but he knew the church was true and put his faith in the Lord. He soon baptized his sisters, some friends, and students. He then served a mission that changed his life and after his mission he baptized the rest of his family, except his father. He knows he is weak, but even more he knows God is aware of him and will strengthen him and forgive him as he repents and strives to follow Jesus Christ and share the gospel of Jesus Christ!

My end thoughts I share how our Fisher and Hsu family gathered together to celebrate and remember our dear mother-in-law. I share about when my mother-in-law joined the church in Taiwan and how the missionaries found her again in Californian and through my husband and his brothers, she started going back to church with her family. 

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2 Nephi 25:26 has been a good reminder to Chelsea that she needs to talk about and rejoice in Jesus Christ everyday! Sometimes she'll stop and think, did I talk about or rejoice in Christ today? Her relationship with the Savior is so important and she knows that talking about Him and rejoicing in Him is something that she can do on a daily basis.  The Book of Mormon has strengthened her testimony of Jesus Christ by giving her more information about why Jesus Christ is important. She loves learning more about Him and His purposes. 

My end thoughts I share about an experience my husband and I had with a Chinese friend and visiting his village in the countryside of China. They had lots of questions about God, but because the Chinese government doesn’t allow foreigners to teach about religion in China, we couldn’t share anything about our beliefs in God. My time in China was one of personal and spiritual growth and I’m so grateful how much the gospel of Jesus Christ has blessed my life! 

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Moroni 10:23 is meaningful to Andrea because it has taught her so much about faith. She loves how there are so many scriptures that tie back to faith. She says faith is one of the most basic principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ and that through faith we can believe in Jesus Christ, which helps us come to know Jesus Christ. She knows that she have to have faith to do what He's asked her to do and to then move forward with that faith. Andrea truly is a Woman of Faith and has such a beautiful testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel!

My end thoughts I share how something Andrea said about forgiveness and how it helped me get through a trial I was experiencing. Repentance and forgiveness are such wonderful and indispensable gifts. 

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Ether 12:27 is one of Sherie's favorite scriptures. It has blessed her life during so many different times in her life. She loves it because it can be applied to so many different circumstances. When she has felt discouraged by her own weaknesses she knows that she can turn to the Lord and He will make more of her than she can of herself on her own. She knows that it is only through the Savior that she can find strength to get through life!

My end thoughts I share about the passing of my sweet and wonderful mother-in-law. 

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1 Nephi 1&2 has given Joann a lot of strength in life to keep moving forward with faith in the Lord! She was born and raised in the Philippines and has lived all over the world for her work. When she was baptized and became a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints her life has been overflowing with blessings. The trials are still there, but as she puts her faith in the Lord, just like Lehi and Nephi did, she knows Heavenly Father gives her trials to help her become a better and stronger person. Through this her faith in Jesus Christ has been able to grow!

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Mosiah 2:41 has given Taylor so much strength and guidance as she's journeyed through life. She was baptized when she was 17 years old and before she knew it she was off serving a mission.  Serving a mission was a big game changer for her and brought her so much happiness and joy.  She knows she's a daughter of God and this has given her the confidence she needs to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. Taylor is filled with the light and love and Jesus Christ and knows that as she follows Him her life is filled with so many blessings and happiness.  

My end thoughts are about the importance of seeking personal revelation.

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2 Nephi 25:26 is one of Tevita's favorite scriptures. He was born and raised in Tonga and as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He's so grateful his parents taught him the gospel of Jesus Christ. Because of this, he shares the gospel with others.  As he has built his foundation on Jesus Christ, his life has been very blessed! 

My end "Come, Follow Me" thoughts I share how the Lord helps us influence our family for good and help a family member come unto Christ, like Jacob did for his son Enos. I share a personal story about my first pregnancy and son.