Seek Learning by Faith

As we look forward and anticipate
An ever confused and turbulent time
It becomes essential to seek learning by faith
Where there is spiritual strength and protection in life
And direction in the knowledge that we obtain

Learning by faith opens the pathway into the heart
Hoping for things which are not seen but are true
All that the teacher's spiritually prepared to impart
To demonstrate, persuade and testify anew
Through the Holy Ghost, if we would but do our part

Faith in action enables us to press forward
Assured that we've found the correct understanding
Though we're uncertain and where we are going is hard
We step into darkness from the light where we're standing
Soon, we've new evidence of faith and coil upward

In God's grand division of all His creations
They're things to act and things to be acted upon
We have been blessed with the power to be agents
The Lord safeguards us from Lucifer's rebellion
And we learn to be more morally obedient

When we're receptive our learning is not passive
We become actors and doers of the word
Our pondering invites learning in the process
The Holy Ghost whispers truth of what is heard
And faith opens the hearts pathway for a witness

In Joseph's time ministers told him what to do
In the midst of this war of word and tumult of thought
He went to a grove to pray so he could act on truth
He sought learning by faith, he wanted to be taught
Through faith, the Word of God, spoke to him in his youth

To answer a deep question, no matter what it is
The Holy Ghost is a teacher from the Father
As a member of the Godhead it witnesses
As it enters into the heart of the learner
As a sacred Gift, to the faithful, it blesses

In two thousand five, we were invited to grow
To read the Book of Mormon, in a matter of months
To act and not be acted upon, while here below
The world is trouble, what is it one really wants?
The faith to step in the dark, and trust where to go

Elder Bednar

Sept 2007

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2007/09/seek-learning-by-faith?lang=eng

And Nothing Shall Offend Them

Through the strengthening power of the atonement
An offense is over-ruled. We triumph
We can live together with at-one-ment
If we petition in prayer for guidance

Keeping covenants requires dedication
And, of the many who've left their covenants
They are in need of our inspiration
We need prayer to break down walls of offense

Why have they not been participating
In the blessings and programs of the church?
Offtimes they're lifestyles are dissipating
And, grievances have turned them away hurt

These are some of the reasons some have cited:
Some felt excluded and without a friend.
Until some have moved or died
Some vow to not set foot in again

With commandments they struggled to live within
They avoided change and went another way
Do they remember the spirit given?
Do they remember what the scriptures say?

Where once they might have viewed us severely
We pray that they might feel of our concern
If we'd visit and ask them sincerely
Perhaps the spirit might help them return

One of the Lord's disciples has proclaimed
It is time to stop feeling offended
Each of us do things of which we're ashamed
It's time for the lost sheep to feel tended

All must act and not be acted upon
As free agents we can choose for our good
It is time to find the faith that we stand on
The Holy Ghost will witness how we should

[Verse 1] Through the strengthening power Of the atonement An offense is overruled We triumph We can live together With at-one-ment If we petition in prayer For guidance Keeping covenants Requires dedication [Pre-Chorus] And of the many who've left Their covenants They are in need Of our inspiration We need prayer To break down walls Of offense [Chorus] It is time To stop feeling offended It is time To stop feeling offended We can heal We can come back together We can heal If we turn and believe [Verse 2] Why have they not been participating In the blessings and programs Of the church? Offtimes their lifestyles Are dissipating And grievances Have turned them away hurt These are some Of the reasons Some have cited Some felt excluded And without a friend Until some have moved Or died Some vow To not set foot in again [Pre-Chorus] With commandments They struggled to live within They avoided change And went another way Do they remember The spirit given? Do they remember What the scriptures say? [Chorus] It is time To stop feeling offended It is time To stop feeling offended We can heal We can come back together We can heal If we turn and believe [Bridge] Where once they might have Viewed us severely We pray that they might feel Of our concern If we'd visit And ask them sincerely Perhaps the spirit Might help them return One of the Lord's disciples Has proclaimed Each of us do things Of which we're ashamed It is time For the lost sheep To feel tended [Chorus] It is time To stop feeling offended It is time To stop feeling offended All must act And not be acted upon As free agents We can choose for our good It is time To find the faith that we stand on The Holy Ghost Will witness how we should

Elder David A. Bednar
“And Nothing Shall Offend Them,”
Liahona, Nov 2006, 89–92

Burning Bright For Our Day

Burning bright for our day

We've the Gift of the Holy Ghost

Through the priesthood it is laid

Upon those baptized, it is bestowed

To show our change of heart

There are covenants we must make

And for our new life to start

We must weekly then re-partake

We've Christ's name and His spirit

And we've learned of Him much thus

We must be worthy to hear and bear it

We must strive to be like Jesus

The opportunity has been laid

For the greatest down to the least

To enter the gate, Christ has paid

And there is much on which to feast

The Holy Ghost will guide and teach

We're so blessed that in us it dwells

For deep in our hearts, it can reach

And from just one small seed it then swells

Elder Robert D. Hales
Out of Darkness Into His Marvelous Light

This Day- Probation and Grace

 

[Verse 1] Each day Thou gives us is as a fine treasure, For me and my house to serve with great pleasure. I've sought Thee early to find and to know Thee. Bless this wise servant for what brings cleansing. We have been given probation to improve. While we have bodies ever to control and move, We can know which tasks truly matter the most. Bless me with promptings of the Holy Ghost. [Pre-Chorus] Prayerful reading can set our course each new day. When we submit... we act without a delay. Will my garments be white to go no more out? Help me to know how I can show Thee I'm devout. [Chorus] Help me know, help me know Help me know what to do Help me know, help me know I will follow through Help me know, help me know When the moment is here Help me know, help me know And keep my heart clear [Verse 2] We are here to prepare for eternal life. We rejoiced to prove we're faithful despite strife. We can show we will do all the Lord does ask. Help me to choose against temptation's strong grasp. We needed someone with grace and God's favor. Who could perform with love as beloved Savior? We chose Jesus Christ to come qualify us. Help me not procrastinate, while there's justice. [Pre-Chorus] Although we may struggle with complacency, We have been placed purposely since infancy. Though we're seasoned we have not yet done our part. Help me show endurance with a steadfast heart. [Chorus] Help me know, help me know Help me know what to do Help me know, help me know I will follow through Help me know, help me know When the moment is here Help me know, help me know And keep my heart clear [Bridge] Though I'm discouraged with my circumstance, I will carry burdens with more confidence. Each day as thy servant I'll follow through. Bless me to know what I can here and now do. I know Jesus suffered my infirmities. He prayed for all men feeling all agonies. He forgave His enemies and their lies. Help me to forgive and build eternal ties. [Chorus] Help me know, help me know Help me know what to do Help me know, help me know I will follow through Help me know, help me know When the moment is here Help me know, help me know And keep my heart clear [Outro] Help me be thankful that I am yet alive. And to recognize that with Thee I do strive. As a small payment for debt from Christ's purchase, Help me share His charity through kind service. Of those who petition Thy aid, help me see. Bless me to hear Thy voice and know their need. Remind me to pray to Thee both night and day. Help me know my Savior, in His name I pray.

Henry B. Eyring
This Day
Ensign May 2007,89

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2007/05/this-day?lang=eng

The Messenger of Christ's Grace

The messenger of His grace

Is the Holy Ghost

In truth and light, is its place

When invited, there, it goes

Through baptism, it transforms us

With holiness that uplifts

As a Spiritual influencer

It inspires talents and gifts

( Chorus )

Oh, Holy Ghost, our friend,

Our gift from Heaven above

Dwell with us till the end

Come, wrap us with God's love

As our companion

We are not left alone

Oh, what compassion

Whispering... love is shown

It also testifies

Of the character of Christ

And helps us mirror Him

To grow in Truth and Light

( Chorus )

Oh, Holy Ghost, our friend,

Our gift from Heaven above

Dwell with us till the end

Come, wrap us with God's love 

Just Because

If everybody's doing it

That doesn't make it right

Live right by the Holy Ghost

Then, you can be a light

Heaven's Prized Gift

Heaven's prized gift
To be treasure the most
Is freely given
It is the Holy Ghost

The Sweetness of the Spirit

The sweetness of the Spirit
Purely fills the soul with love
Joy warms the heart, to near It
Bathed in Light, from above

The Voice that Speaks Inside

Even the deaf can hear,
This voice that speaks inside.
It whispers, ever clear,
The Holy Ghost's our guide.

#HisDay
We practiced listening in primary today by being quiet and reverent.

Holy Ghost Recipe

What recipe in life are you after?
This one will save you from disaster:
1. One long stem rose complete with thorns
When you've gone too far, sharp pain warns
2. A pair of glasses polished so you can see
The narrow path to happiness, guaranteed
3. A large umbrella opened continually out
Held for protection from uncertainty and doubt
4. A mature shell shaped just for your ear
Learn to discern through what you hear
5. A warm soft blanket to wrap yourself in
To give you comfort and safety from sin
6. A bright white lantern that lights all around
So, you'll know the next step, when it's found

The Holy Ghost
1. warns
2. testifies
3. protects
4. whispers truths
5. comforts
6. reveals truth

You can play a matching game with objects and how they teach of the Holy Ghost.

Receive the Holy Ghost

Receive the Holy Ghost

By authority, bestowed

So valuable, this gift

To teach us and uplift

So wondrous this companion

Consistent to rely on

In all ways we progress

When we obey and process

When invited, it inspires

According to our desires

If one is oft repentant

Warmth and light become more constant

Turn not away this voice

Still and small and choice

Open wide your heart

That heaven might impart

Let it soothe and whisper peace

That bad feelings might then cease

Let it speak unto your soul

This gift will make you whole

“For what doth it profit a man if a gift is bestowed upon him, and he receive not the gift? Behold, he rejoices not in that which is given unto him, neither rejoices in him who is the giver of the gift” (D&C 88:33).

How Do I Convey the Feelings in my Heart?

Spiritually, how do I convey
The feelings in my heart?
But search, ponder, and pray
For the light that this imparts

Then there's a witness,
A conviction, bearing truth
Whispering peace within us
A yielding up of fruits

Gently, ever quiet
Sweetly teaching, giving
We each feel the Spirit
Purely, through waters living

Words Alone Cannot Convey

Words alone cannot convey
What I'm feeling in my heart
So overcome with love today
Born of Spirit that imparts

Whispering truths, that help me learn,
Teaching me things which I should do
While piercing my soul that my heart burns
As I feast on Christ's words anew

I strive to understand
What is being taught that I might grow
As, never with a tumultuous hand
Will living waters instantly flow

thoughts from:
Youth Gems
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The Voice of the Spirit


"The voice of the Spirit is described in the scriptures as being neither loud nor harsh, not a voice of thunder, neither a voice of great tumultuous noise, but rather as still and small, of perfect mildness, as if it had been a whisper, and it can pierce even the very soul and cause the heart to burn. The Spirit does not get our attention by shouting."
Boyd K. Packer
How Does the Spirit Speak to Us?
New Era, Feb. 2010, 3

Topics: Holy Ghost

Listening to the Holy Ghost

Shall we leave this gift ours to prize
Forgotten on a noisy shelf
When His still small voice can apprise
Whispering whenever we need the help

Thus by heeding what quietly reinforces
We are quickened with abilities that improve our lives
Leading us to all the best resources
For establishing good judgment as one daily strives



Listening to the Holy Ghost

“We are given the gift of the Holy Ghost after our baptism, but often we leave this gift on the shelf, forgetting that He will help us in the most important judgments of our lives. The Lord gave us this gift, knowing we would face difficult decisions in life. Listening to this voice is vital in developing good judgment. A relationship of listening often requires a quiet environment in which we can take time to ponder and hear the still, small voice. This peaceful environment is both external and internal.”
Gregory A. Schwitzer, “Developing Good Judgment and Not Judging Others,” Ensign, May 2010, 105

Topics: Baptism

Knowledge Pours into a Mind that is Open

Knowledge pours into a mind that is open
And prompts, teaches, corrects, and warns
Giving each heart more reason to hope too
As the Spirit dwells within and warms

Pouring Knowledge into Our Minds

"The Lord has many ways of pouring knowledge into our minds to prompt us, to guide us, to teach us, to correct us, to warn us. The Lord said, 'I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost, which shall come upon you and which shall dwell in your heart' (D&C 8:2)."And Enos recorded, 'While I was thus struggling in the spirit, behold, the voice of the Lord came into my mind again' (Enos 1:10)."
Boyd K. Packer, "Prayer and Promptings," Ensign, Nov. 2009, 45

Topics: Holy Ghost

Whispering Peace- the Holy Ghost

Whispering peace and joy to our souls
The Holy Ghost, as a gift, manifests
And with a sweet warmth, again, we feel whole
As the Spirit both leads and suggests

The Holy Ghost is a Precious Gift

The Holy Ghost is a precious gift
That picks me up when I need a lift
As my teacher I have guidance to do
Leading me to where all dreams come true

Offering depths of feelings warm and bright
Through Him, there is safety and moments of light
He gives me comfort when there is no peace
Knowing me, truly, He whispers the words I need

When life seems unfair, He sweetly seeps within
For that is when, all the more, I seek for Him
Nothing makes sense when He is not about
He is my confidence, calming all my doubts

When I commit a sin there is a heavy cost
A deep sense of mourning, grief, pain, and loss
For He must depart until I repent and turn around
Oh sweet is the reunion when to Him I'm bound

He is fire to my soul and lift to my heart
Helping me to know, conquer, and do my part
He presents the path to Jesus where freedom waves
Thus, sanctifying me, it is my soul He saves

thoughts from reading:
Losing a dear friend

By Becky Thomas
Sunday, Apr. 25, 2010
MormonTimes

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As Learning Travels Inside of Your Head

As learning travels
Inside of your head
May the Holy Ghost guide it
To where it's best led

Not just for the test...
But the rest of your life
For your future progress
Bound in truth and light

throwing away a napkin... who knows when I wrote it...

The Holy Ghost Sends

The Holy Ghost sends
Light through a window
As wisdom it lends
That I might then grow

The Holy Ghost is a Communicator

The Holy Ghost is a communicator
Such that we need not signs as proof
To enlighten an investigator
For tender feelings come with truth

The Holy Ghost is the key
That comes as a gift to accept
It is a promise to receive
Unto being spiritually adept

The Holy Ghost is what we need
To guide us on our way
That we will not be deceived
But abide the perfect day


Henry B. Eyring,
Gifts of the Spirit for Hard Times,
Ensign, Jun 2007, 18–24

The Holy Ghost Is the Key
The key for each of us will be to accept and hold the gift we have been promised by God. As a member of the true Church of Jesus Christ, you will remember that after you were baptized, authorized servants of God promised you that you could receive the Holy Ghost. Some of you may have felt something happen when that ordinance was performed. Most of you have felt the effects of that promise being fulfilled in your lives. I will tell you how to recognize that gift, how to receive it every day, and how it will bless you in the days ahead.

You have felt the quiet confirmation in your heart and mind that something was true. And you knew that it was inspiration from God. For some of you it may have come as the missionaries taught you before your baptism. It may have come during a talk, lesson, or hymn in church. The Holy Ghost is the Spirit of Truth. You feel peace, hope, and joy when He speaks to your heart and mind that something is true. Almost always I have also felt a sensation of light. Any feeling I may have had of darkness is dispelled, and my desire to do right grows.

The Lord promised that having those experiences would be true for you. He said:

“And now, verily, verily, I say unto thee, put your trust in that Spirit which leadeth to do good—yea, to do justly, to walk humbly, to judge righteously; and this is my Spirit.

“Verily, verily, I say unto you, I will impart unto you of my Spirit, which shall enlighten your mind, which shall fill your soul with joy” (D&C 11:12–13).

The Lord also promised that those who have accepted the gift of the Holy Ghost in their lives would not be deceived. He spoke reassuringly to you and to me, who live in the times when the Church is being made ready for when He comes again. Here is the promise from the Doctrine and Covenants:

“And at that day, when I shall come in my glory, shall the parable be fulfilled which I spake concerning the ten virgins.

“For they that are wise and have received the truth, and have taken the Holy Spirit for their guide, and have not been deceived—verily I say unto you, they shall not be hewn down and cast into the fire, but shall abide the day” (D&C 45:56–57).

from rhymezone
noun: someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
adjective: having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
Example: "Adept in handicrafts"

I have to laugh at myself
originally this title was The Holy Ghost is a Testator- which is someone who prepares wills-