July: Thoughts, Feelings or Insights from Andrea B, Prairie Crossing
Thoughts on the Book The Beginning of Better Days
What an inspiring book! For me, Sister Dew and Sister Pearce
helped define what the Priesthood actually is and how we as sisters can share
it. Personally, I have never found myself worried that I have not been ordained
to hold the Priesthood. However, I have contemplated how I can better use
it in my life with or without my husband who is a Priesthood holder. This
divine instruction helped me understand the need for humility,
faith and gratitude while on the path in utilizing Heavenly
Fathers Priesthood's powers and blessings and to not make light of
them. I enjoyed the part where Sister Dew emphasized
that women are blessed with the keys of knowledge, intelligence and
power to discern falsehoods. How much better off would we as sisters be
if we would not covet or be jealous of one another's intelligence
or knowledge and be open-minded to their wisdom. This book
also helped me realize on a larger scale just how important the Lord's
Temple is and that I too had better re-think my attendance. I had no
idea the temple was based on the Priesthood. Thank you for that revelation. As
far as Joseph Smith's sermons, they each had a few concepts that opened my
eyes. Joseph talked a lot about women back-biting, gossiping and
self-righteousness. As much as I hope to attain the innocence and
righteous behaviors in this "make-believe" world. I realize I'm
human and that Heavenly Father knows my heart and my intentions, even though
sometimes my example says otherwise. One last thought, I loved the story of
the sister who was having a bad day and stormed out of a meeting
and how her friendly associates came over to her house not only to give
her dinner, but to show that they cared. I loved that example of
charity. Overall, this book was wonderful and I recommend it to everyone!
Andrea B
