Troubled Times
“we worry about natural disasters, economic collapse,
anarchy, war, energy shortages, disease, famine, and a host of other concerns.
Actually, we worry even more about the spiritual poisons surrounding our
families.” (Finding Joy in
troubled times)
While worrying about all these things, how do we keep
from getting depressed and losing hope? What are we supposed to do to keep
strong?
“Young people may want to put off families, or disengage
and pretend there is nothing to worry about.” (Finding Joy in troubled times)
The Abrahamic Covenant
Combating
the Worry
1.Overcome
selfishness – We must gather Israel. As we forget ourselves and serve others
our worry lessons because the Lord will help us as we help others
2.Become
consecrated in the Lord – When we are consecrated we begin to be thankful that
we are able to witness the fulfilling of prophecy. We may have more temptations
but they won’t have power over us if we live the Gospel that our Father
promised our fathers
3.Be humble – Happiness can exist in small, comfortable
homes. Be content with what you have and don’t envy what your neighbors have.
Remember the Gospel and take advantage of the times when you can share it or
show it to others by just being you.
4.Keep the proper perspective – Know what you want
spiritually for you and your family and strive for it. Don’t be afraid to bring
children into the world and don’t put it off for this such as finishing school,
getting a job, getting out of debt… If you do you risk losing many of those
promises.
My Thoughts
• By living worthy of the Abrahamic Covenant we need not worry about the future. We can find joy in small and simple things such as a hug, a laugh, and working with your children to clean your home.
•As we teach our children and others with love and compassion, the Lord will bless us in all that we do, He has promised us these things. Through these blessings we can find joy in troubled times.
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