I loved listening to Janice talk about how she pushed herself beyond her comfort zone to accomplish the things that she has. Her hubby has been supportive and also helped her to know that she was capable of doing so much more. It made me realize that life doesn't come easy for anyone. We all have our challenges and fears but with Faith we can overcome them. I also liked a story she shared about President Kimball's wife, Camilla learning to oil paint in her later years. So awesome that we can Walk by Faith at any age and we will be blessed. I was thinking how I have had to Walk by Faith recently even in serving in my new calling with the Special Needs. I don't know anyone and just have to pretend not to be nervous or uncomfortable. Actually this week Bishop Stauffer and his sweet wife were there and so I do know them. However, I have never felt that Janet liked me and really I was looking forward to working with her so that hopefully that will change. I was excited to see them and went over to say Hi and I felt that they weren't nearly as excited to see me...if they even cared at all. So I took a deep breath and presented the lesson with Faith and pretended that I wasn't nervous. I got through it and felt good and feel more confident for next time. I even went over and talked to Janet after and she smiled and we talked a little. I felt much better instantly.
Of course Music was discussed. The power of music and what music can do for our souls. It can either build us up or pull us down depending on what the music is. The lyrics are powerful and stick in our brains so it is important to have uplifting ones in there. I know that for me when my thoughts stray I sing a primary song or a church hymn to chase away the bad thoughts. It works and I often have to keep repeating the process until the thought stays away. It also made me wonder why bad lyrics or thoughts don't have to be thought about to have them enter...they just show up....uninvited. I don't understand that but I am thankful for the songs of Janice Kapp Perry that I have learned and love to sing and that bring peace to my soul and mind.
Later today I get to go to the Temple with Larry and some of the Ward members. How truly blessed I feel for this day and the Spirit that I am being filled with....I love feeling the Spirit of our Heavenly Father....I crave it......and want it with me always.
