Soooo . . . Here we are in 2015! I admit I like the idea of new beginnings. I feel like not matter what happened last year, this year is "brand new, with no mistakes in it".(Anne of Green Gables) It was my turn to teach the lesson on Sunday during YW's. We went over the new mutual theme for 2015 which is D&C 4:2. Oh ye that embark in the service of God, see that ye serve Him with all your hear, might, mind and strength, that ye may stand blameless before God at the last day. This month's New Era has so many great articles about the new theme. The new theme song for this year is so inspiring.It's fabulous!!
The word Embark means to begin or start, traditionally one would set out on a ship, without the possibility of turning back and trusting in the wind to drive you forward to your destination, with the stars or a compass to guide you along the correct course. We read in the Book of Mormon about Nephi's journey to the promised land. (1 Ne 18) His preparations, what he brought with him, what trials he faced on the journey, how they were able to stay on course. We read about how he served God with all his heart, might, mind, and strength. Then we discussed ways we could embark in the service of God, like Nephi. I know that God is at the helm. I'm excited to Embark!!
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