Briana Stephen

I had an epiphany today while sitting in the oncologist's office. There's so much talk and paraphernalia about finding cures for cancer. There's bitter talk about why Heavenly Father would allow such suffering. I sat there thinking to myself, No. My heart tells me it's not like that at all! ... Think of the communities and families that have come together to love, serve, and mourn with one another.

Our Father in heaven provides opportunities every day for us to keep his commandments, to follow His ultimate example of serving, loving, caring for His spirit children, our spirit brothers and sisters. I get to experience firsthand on a daily basis how beautiful the hearts of mankind really are.

Turn off the news of contentious politics, crime, and adultery for a bit. You'll find a world of compassion. PLEASE ACCEPT MY GRATITUDE to all those who uplift and show me what leading a Christ-like life is really all about. Loads and loads of LOVE!!!

-Bri, March 2010



Friday, May 14, 2010

Kaden's church talk

I made some suggestions to help Kaden write a talk for church this Sunday, but he refused any of my input. Instead, he sat down, started writing and 5 minutes later produced the following talk. In it, he incorporated the words of Grandpa Rick's baptism talk over a year ago! It's awesome to step back and realize that our children are really listening and understanding those things we're teaching, so much so that they can verbalize their thoughts and testimonies to be shared with others. Our kids are growing up so fast!
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  1. HeatherMay 21, 2010 at 1:00 PM

    That is really impressive that he remembered dad's talk!! If the presentation was anything like the written words in his talk, I'm sure he's bound to be a great leader one day!

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