COME WITH A QUESTION

While attending BYU, I had an opportunity to take 2 religion classes from Reed Benson, son of Ezra Taft Benson.  I think he was one of my favorite professors, his classes were always fantastic.  When General Conference time rolled around, he encouraged his students to think of 5 questions, write them down, and listen for the answers.  I always felt like this helped me prepare and be ready to listen a little bit better.  President Ballif issued almost the same challenge.  Last Sunday he asked us to think of a question and see if we can hear the answer to it during Conference.  

This last October, Elder Neil L. Anderson gave this instruction concerning Conference,  "As you listen, the messages you receive may be very literal or they may be customized just for you....  I promise that as you hear the voice of the Lord to you in the teachings of this general conference, and then act on those promptings, you will feel heaven’s hand upon you, and your life and the lives of those around you will be blessed."

I challenge you to really take time this Saturday and Sunday to be spiritually recharged by watching or listening to General Conference.  Pray about your questions and ask Heavenly Father to bless those speaking.  Also ask Him to help you listen and act upon your promptings.

Conference time is also a good reminder to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.  Plan to take a few minutes to check your 72-hour kits to make sure the food is still good and the clothing still fits.  If you do not have 72-hour kits, never fear!  We will be making some on Wednesday, June 20!  (Save the date!  More details to follow).