How have you used the Atonement Today?
I saw images today on Facebook that I would say were not ok... At times like those I feel I sometimes try to justify and say, "Well, it wasn't pornograhic really..." However, I did a bit of research and found this: Some seek to justify their indulgence by arguing that they are only viewing “soft,” not “hard,” porn. A wise bishop called this refusing … [Read more...]
Obviously I've been thinking a lot about agency and honesty lately due to the experiences we've been having with Mandy. I decided to start my study today by looking up Agency in the Topical Guide. Here are some of the scriptures (from the Bible) that stood out to me. Scriptures about Agency Gen. 4:7 Josh. 24:15 Matt. 26:39 John 5:30 Here … [Read more...]
My update for yesterday and today isn't the best. It's all based on lustful tendencies. When I'm feeling overwhelmed, when I'm feeling nervous about the unknown, when I'm feeling lonely, when I'm feeling like I'm not good enough... my first action is generally browsing on Facebook - looking at friends pictures, looking at Fan pages that are about exercise, … [Read more...]
I made a commitment to myself the other day when I went to the meeting that I would like to keep in touch more with my sponsor, Jason. I sent him a text and, like always, he was prompt to respond and was happy to start communicating with me again. So begins my dedication to "working the steps" again. I really feel that working the steps of the program is … [Read more...]
This week is going to be a good one. This week I'm going to submit my will to God in everything that I do. This week I'm going to WORK THE PROGRAM. Working the Program means reading from the manual, answering at least one question per day, and studying the scriptures in conjunction with the action steps for the step I'm on (Step 9 right now). This … [Read more...]
Since I work in social media and online marketing, I've been often tempted to share articles I've written about my experiences on Facebook, Twitter and other networks. As I learned on my mission, I'm not afraid to open my mouth and share the good news. However, there's a part of me that hesitates, especially since this site is about my recovery process in … [Read more...]
Today I'm going to study about what the scriptures say, particularly the Old and New Testament, about Honesty and Truth. I just sent my final answer to my "Christian" friend who had questioned my beliefs in Christianity. Our conversation has been going on now for quite some time and I feel it has taken a turn for the "let me tell you, Nate, what Mormon's … [Read more...]
There is nothing more important than being true to the covenants we make with the Lord. Our eternal life depends on the principle of honesty. - Elder Richard J. Maynes As I read an article today from LDS.org titled "Honesty" it caused me to reflect a lot on a couple of experiences: 1. The VP experience where I was called a liar and told I didn't fulfill my … [Read more...]
One of my goals for this quarter and the entire year of 2012 is to study the scriptures topically. I feel strongly that my first quarter study will be based upon the 12 Steps topics: Week 1: Honesty Admit that you, of yourself, are powerless to overcome your addictions and that your life has become unmanageable. Week 2: Hope Come to believe that the … [Read more...]
I went last night to the group meeting for the first time in about 3 or 4 months. Yes, I had a "valid" excuse, but no excuse is really "valid": Becky's class she teaches is on Wednesday and her YW schedule was changed to Thursday. Finally I decided to go to the BYU meeting again on Tuesday nights at 7:30 p.m. My friend Devin and I talked and decided to … [Read more...]
