Hi lovelies! Happy Saturday! Since its #ldsconf this weekend, I thought I'd share with you my testimony of temples. Every since I can remember I've loved going to the temple. Growing up in Minnesota, we had only one temple that was about 45 minutes away from my house. I didn't get the opportunity to go inside as often, like I have here in Utah. That's one of the many reasons why I've enjoyed living here; we have access to so many temples within a short drive :)
The Spirit on the temple grounds is nothing compared to the power of the Spirit of God inside the temple. At times, it has taken my breath away! The temple is the house of God, and He literally walks its halls. The love and light, the peace and assurance, the acceptance and joy that fill the temple are a testimony to me that He is there daily. It is a place unlike any other. The veil between Heaven and Earth is very thin in the Temple. And I have often gotten impressions of my ancestors and other beings of spirit who have passed on to the next life. The temple takes my fear of death away because it expands my vision of eternity. I know any separation will only be temporary. Such a beautiful promise makes it worth every sacrifice to be worthy to spend time in God’s house. I find strength and comfort in the temple. The temple strengthens families.
The Spirit on the temple grounds is nothing compared to the power of the Spirit of God inside the temple. At times, it has taken my breath away! The temple is the house of God, and He literally walks its halls. The love and light, the peace and assurance, the acceptance and joy that fill the temple are a testimony to me that He is there daily. It is a place unlike any other. The veil between Heaven and Earth is very thin in the Temple. And I have often gotten impressions of my ancestors and other beings of spirit who have passed on to the next life. The temple takes my fear of death away because it expands my vision of eternity. I know any separation will only be temporary. Such a beautiful promise makes it worth every sacrifice to be worthy to spend time in God’s house. I find strength and comfort in the temple. The temple strengthens families.
^^Fort Lauderdale Temple w/ my Aunt, Uncle + Cousin Diego!
The things in the temple are kept sacred, so you won’t find the details of what happens there anywhere else. But the amazing thing, the beautiful thing, is that all the details of the temple ceremonies are already things that are part of the gospel. What I mean is that none of the things in the Temple are going to be things you haven’t heard before. But the power of God’s spirit in that Holy place opens your mind and brings the pure truth of the gospel to the forefront. It’s amazing in its simplicity and beautiful because it reaffirms God’s love. He hasn’t hidden anything from us. He wants us to be truly happy and to succeed, and He has told us how to do it! And He keeps telling us until one day the light comes on and we truly get it.
Those are just a few of the reasons the temple matters to me. The temple is a place of strength and comfort through all life’s trials. It is a place where families are united together forever. The temple is a place of service and a house of learning. The temple strengthens individuals and families. And the temple reaffirms the simple truths of the gospel of Jesus Christ. A temple stands in just the right place; each temple has a cornerstone; temple spires reach upward to heaven; and temple windows are filled with light.
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| ^^San Salvador, El Salvador Temple: This is one of my favorites! |
Remembering all the wonderful experiences I’ve had with the Spirit in the temple naturally leads me to want to encourage everyone to get to the temple. You won’t regret it. There is nothing like it anywhere else. You get to perform a service for those who have passed on. You get to make a difference in their eternity, while learning things that will make a difference in yours. And it is worth every sacrifice you have to make to get there. Nothing can bring you as much joy and peace as being worthy to attend the Temple, and getting to spend regular time in God’s house. I can’t say anything more than that. Go to the Temple. You won’t regret it.
My favorite song in primary was "I Love to See the Temple" (lyrics below).
1. I love to see the temple.
I'm going there someday
To feel the Holy Spirit,
To listen and to pray.
For the temple is a house of God,
A place of love and beauty.
I'll prepare myself while I am young;
This is my sacred duty.
2. I love to see the temple.
I'll go inside someday.
I'll cov'nant with my Father;
I'll promise to obey.
For the temple is a holy place
Where we are sealed together.
As a child of God, I've learned this truth:
A fam'ly is forever.
I hope you enjoyed reading this and hearing my testimony about the temple! Have a wonderful weekend with your family + friends. Watch the CONFERENCE!! You won't regret it!
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