This week I have been trying to focus on the little things in life that bring peace and happiness. I think of my sweet children a lot. They are little things that bring me the most joy. And it is their attitude towards life that helps me look at things differently. I forgot that one could find so much joy playing with a rock, rolling on the ground, making faces, or jumping up and down. My kids teach me every day how life can be enjoyed no matter the circumstances. In times of wealth or poverty, sickness or health, peace or turmoil, we can all look to the little things to find happiness. It really does help me to occasionally sit down and write my blessings on paper. I find that most of them don't consist of money or worldly objects, but small and simple treasures that make my life complete.
My trial has forced me to look at life in a more simple way. In the past I created a lot of problems for myself by making my life too complicated. Because I forgot to cherish the little things, I lost track of what is truly important and I found myself far from where I needed to be. We cannot escape the trials of life, but we can control how we overcome them. Cherishing the little things in life is one way to help overcome trials and feel consistent joy.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Facing New Challenges
As I begin my "new life" I am grateful for many things. I have been blessed with many wonderful friends and an amazing family. As I have said many times before, the people in my life are literal angels. One of those being my wife. I believe that she was placed in my life 7 months ago as an an angel and she has become my wife and companion. Her and her daughter have changed my life and I thank my Heavenly Father for the chance to be a husband and father. My own 2 kids continue to be consistent angels in my life who love their daddy and teach me important lessons whenever I am with them. I love my kids and my family.
Our first few months of marriage have been bliss of course :) and we are excited for our new life together. But, as life goes, there will always be challenges that we face. My trial that I went through was very difficult and tested my faith and obedience. It was the hardest thing I have had to endure. But as hard as it was I am grateful for it because it has prepared me for any challenge that comes our way. I know without a doubt that a loving Heavenly Father is watching over us. I know that I will need continued faith and obedience as we face new challenges together. I know that the Atonement is real and that our Savior loves us. I believe 100% in eternal families and the importance of repentance. So my point today is that our triumphs over past trials will help us as we face new ones. We are constantly learning and progressing. I believe that is one of the main reasons why we have trials. To teach us. To make us stronger. To bring us closer together.
With this election coming up and the turmoil that the world is in, I have been thinking a lot about what is really important. I am someone who has lost something that was very dear to me because of my own bad decisions. I lost sight of what was really important. And now as I have been given another opportunity I will face my new challenges with more understanding. I will focus more on the little things that bring happiness. Laughing, conversation, family time, patience, love, kindness, service, etc.
I know that if you are struggling with something major it can be difficult to believe there is hope and happiness ahead. I have said and I will say again that there IS hope and happiness. Believe in God and move forward with faith and endurance. When you come out on top you will be better prepared for the next challenge. And the next. And the next. :) You will be stronger and better. You will learn and grow. You will be happy with yourself. Here's to facing new challenges and being happy!
Our first few months of marriage have been bliss of course :) and we are excited for our new life together. But, as life goes, there will always be challenges that we face. My trial that I went through was very difficult and tested my faith and obedience. It was the hardest thing I have had to endure. But as hard as it was I am grateful for it because it has prepared me for any challenge that comes our way. I know without a doubt that a loving Heavenly Father is watching over us. I know that I will need continued faith and obedience as we face new challenges together. I know that the Atonement is real and that our Savior loves us. I believe 100% in eternal families and the importance of repentance. So my point today is that our triumphs over past trials will help us as we face new ones. We are constantly learning and progressing. I believe that is one of the main reasons why we have trials. To teach us. To make us stronger. To bring us closer together.
With this election coming up and the turmoil that the world is in, I have been thinking a lot about what is really important. I am someone who has lost something that was very dear to me because of my own bad decisions. I lost sight of what was really important. And now as I have been given another opportunity I will face my new challenges with more understanding. I will focus more on the little things that bring happiness. Laughing, conversation, family time, patience, love, kindness, service, etc.
I know that if you are struggling with something major it can be difficult to believe there is hope and happiness ahead. I have said and I will say again that there IS hope and happiness. Believe in God and move forward with faith and endurance. When you come out on top you will be better prepared for the next challenge. And the next. And the next. :) You will be stronger and better. You will learn and grow. You will be happy with yourself. Here's to facing new challenges and being happy!
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