January 8, 2011

Tonight I studied the Plan of Salvation as I helped John with preparing his lesson for church tomorrow. It is one of my favorite things to study and teach because it just puts life into perspective for me. I read scriptures in D&C 76, Alma, and read from the Gospel Principles manual on the various parts of the plan. What stood out to me is the importance of the ordinances of the gospel. They are prerequisites for entrance to the Celestial Kingdom. They are absolutely, non-negotiably required. This really brings out how important temple work is since it is giving a key of entrance to those who have accepted the gosepl and are waiting to receive their ordinances. There is so much work to do and it is so important! That is one of my goals for this year: to focus more on attending the temple more frequently. I am so blessed to have one so nearby.