But Still, Go Often

Written by Erik
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February 1, 2017

Today was awesome! I had a great day! A great last few days actually. Nothing new and exciting the last two days, but just continuing to learn... continuing to feel such a desire to do the gospel things. I think it's because I am more in tune with the things that really DO matter. :) 

When hospice nurse Ethan was over here yesterday, we talked about STGT (St George Temple). I've had such a stronger desire to just spend my time doing righteous things and the things that matter most! And it feels good. :) I also told him about my temple bucket list ideas! I think he thinks in just like the the most adventurous crazy guy ever! Hahaha. When I asked, " So guess what's next on my bucket list?" He chuckled and shook his head and was like, "Oh no.... what?" Hahahahahaha 

So I told him about the triple crown. And also about taking a name through the  ENTIRE series of ordinances in one day. He thought that was neat. :) we also talked about how much I really do just WANT TO GO TO THE TEMPLE! :) Ethan said something to the sort of that people on the other side are sorta anxious... they WANT to go to the temple! They're without their bodies, at least for a little while, and they SO want to go to the temple. 

So just think of how lucky I am to have that opportunity, BTW.... am I marking my time on the earth worth it? I should take advantage of the opportunity to even Go to the temple. I mean, I'm not gonna go every single day... there still needs to be some sort of balance. 

But still. Go often. 

I'm shooting for once a week, but twice a week isn't that much of an effort. ;) I just hate feeling like a burden since I can't drive to St George and back. But what do you do!

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written August 30, 2015

When I served in the temple, I really was able to see the value and importance of family history, specifically of completing temple ordinances for those who are deceased.

From churchofjesuschrist.org

Jesus Christ taught that baptism is essential to the salvation of all who have lived on earth (see John 3:5). Many people, however, have died without being baptized. Others were baptized without proper authority. Because God is merciful, He has prepared a way for all people to receive the blessings of baptism. By performing proxy baptisms in behalf of those who have died, Church members offer these blessings to deceased ancestors. Individuals can then choose to accept or reject what has been done in their behalf.

Jesus Christ said, "Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God". Even Jesus Christ Himself was baptized."

Until next time,

Keep Running.