Simple Things

Some miracles are grand, and have transcended time in their telling. I have been blessed with some extraordinary experiences that are sacred to me. But for the most part, my faith is built brick by brick. The sum of knowledge, wisdom, time, enlightment, and experience with and of my Savior have built a sure foundation of which I am able to stand on.

I know because of these simple things that God lives and that what I have learned and been taught are truths. I am happy, hopeful, and more generous with everyone when I am doing the simple things. Opening the scriptures, whether it be the Bible, The New Testament, The Book of Mormon, or The Doctrine and Covenants, brings instant peace. When I ponder the words and seek to apply them, that peace turns to joy.

Kneeling in prayer is a privilege that I too easily overlook sometimes. I feel a difference when I have ignored the quiet promptings to do so. My confidence slackens, my mind is not as easily enlightened, and my patience is weak. When I do kneel in prayer, it is a sweet communion. I feel a greater purpose, I feel more capable to serve, and I feel more in tune with the needs of my family.

I choose to be a Mormon because of all the sweet and simple things that testify to me that it's the truth. When I do as I know I should, my experience is full.