A Positive “But”

A Positive “But”

BUT (conjunction) Except for the fact THAT – used after a negative If not; unless On the contrary If you’re like me, you often infuse your daily speak with that sneaky three-letter word. “I’d love to read the Scriptures tonight, but I need to...
Going Toward the Light

Going Toward the Light

Not long ago, I had the opportunity to meet with some leaders in Washington D.C. One individual we met was an older man from Ghana, someone with a lot of global power and ability in his job. He told us that when he was a child he would walk to the airport for two...
The Poverty of Pride

The Poverty of Pride

This article is part of Sister Michelle Watson’s deep dive into the concept of “deny yourself” (Mt. 16:24, Mk. 8:34, Lu. 9:23, 3 Ne. 12:30). Today’s sub-theme is pride. We all know that pride, in general, is bad. But after digging a little...
My Master’s Voice

My Master’s Voice

About four years ago, our family adopted a Yorkshire terrier mix named Stetson (pictured here) from a rescue center. In many ways he has completed our family with loyalty, unconditional love, and obedience. However, he tends to obey my voice. I have taken on the role...
All Things Are Somethings to Him

All Things Are Somethings to Him

It was a typical Sunday morning. I put on my makeup and moved on to drying my hair. Round brush in hand, warm breeze on my face.Then I looked in the mirror. The top half of my head had turned a strange orange color and there was a funny smell in the room. I was...
Just Breathe

Just Breathe

It’s March – the Easter month – the third of the year. January and February have come and gone, and perhaps so have your resolutions. Did you know that just 8 percent of those who make resolutions keep them? Have you found yourself in that small...