Kevin's Thoughts

A thought this morning helped me consider what I do when I'm feeling down or stressed or tempted...or some other emotion I don't like. I think I have a tendency to turn to something more worldly or temporary instead of turning to my faith and something that will help more long-term.  Knowing me I'd go play a video game, play disc golf, watch a YouTube video, etc.  Why don't I, more often, turn to the scriptures, modern prophets, prayer, or things like that? Some of this reminds me of the Israelites who would get bit by the fiery serpents but wouldn't turn and look at the brass serpent (Numbers 21:6-8).  Why don't/won't I turn to the Savior in those moments.  Why do I feel the need to take care of my problems on my own instead of allowing the Lord in to soothe and comfort?  My goal is to live now and in the future both physically and spiritually.  These seem like natural moments to "omvend," the Norwegian phrase for repent which literally means to t...

A speaker in church yesterday said something that really touched me.  Cami Clifton said the following, “Never stop starting.” We all have challenges and worries in our lives and we can’t give up. Keep starting, try again, have hope, and most importantly, have faith. Above is what I posted on Facebook in January, 2022.  Those three words just hit me.  Don't stop starting.  We make mistakes, we have goals and we don't reach them, we're trying to stop with an addiction or something else in life, and we fall short.  So, start over again.  Don't just give up. This is so wise and so simple.  I am so glad I was taught this and hope it can be my theme for this year and beyond.

My purpose is to create a space where I can journal and save information important to me.  Also, if these thoughts/feelings/impressions help others along the way, so much the better.