Temple work

“Temple work … gives a wonderful opportunity for keeping alive our spiritual knowledge and strength. … The mighty perspective of eternity is unraveled before us in the holy temples; we see time from its infinite beginning to its endless end; and the drama of eternal life is unfolded before us. Then I see more clearly my place amidst the things of the universe, my place among the purposes of God; I am better able to place myself where I belong, and I am better able to value and to weigh, to separate and to organize the common, ordinary duties of my life, so that the little things shall not oppress me or take away my vision of the greater things that God has given us” (in Conference Report, April 1922, pages 97–98).

I have really been enjoying my family history class. We talked a lot about the temple on Tuesday and it made me really want to go more often with Kent. It's such a blessing we can literally see the temple wherever we go in this little town. It's always on the hill as a reminder of the course we are taking and the perspective we should have. Tonight as I went I felt a comfort that I have not felt in a while and it was just what I needed for this week. I know the Lord loves us and wants to bless us. He has given us so much, including a Savior so that we can return to live with Him. I am so grateful.