Peace scripture for today








"Everybody in this life has their challenges and difficulties. That is part of our mortal test. The reason for some of these trials cannot be readily understood except on the basis of faith and hope because there is often a larger purpose which we do not always understand. Peace comes through hope." — James E. Faust

Psalms 34: 14" ...and do good; seek peace, and pursue it"

Isaih 43: 1, 2, 5 "But now thus saith the Lord that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.
When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rives, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned: neither shall the flames kindle upon thee. ..Fear not: for I am with thee"







Peace is not passive. It is an active journey.



And another:

But behold, because of the exceedingly great length of the war….many had become hardened, because of the exceedingly great length of the war; and many were softened because of their afflictions, insomuch that they did humble themselves before God, even in the depth of humility. (Alma 62:41)



At first glance, this scripture may not feel like it is about peace, but, as I read it, I can understand in a new way, that peace is a choice. Where some are hardened, others are humbled. Which will I be?













Monday, March 14, 2011

God's plan

Just before I was accepted to Oxford, I found a scripture that I used, at least weekly, when I was struggling to believe and have trust in the path that I was on.  I wanted to be at Oxford, but I also reminded God, at least daily, that I wanted to be married.  If given a choice, I would give up Oxford for marriage.  I wanted to be a wife and mother more than I wanted to be a Dr.  I wanted God to understand that clearly.  So, I told Him almost daily.  The scripture that guided me and brought me back to a place of trust was originally meant for Oliver Cowdery.  Oliver was taking on a challenge and making a leap of extreme faith when he began working as a scribe for Joseph Smith.  The words of encouragement and reminders to trust the spirit of truth were such a blessing to me throughout a time when I needed to know that God hears and answers prayers-- my prayers:

"...I say unto you, if you desire a further witness, cast your mind upon the night that you cried unto me in your heart, that you might know concerning the truth of these things.
Did I not speak peace to your mind concerning the matter?  What greater witness can you have than from God" (D&C 6: 22-23).

This scripture spoke peace to my heart.  I had been given many blessings, many reassurances that God had a very specific plan for me.  When I read that scripture, I could go back to those moments. 
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