tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57731664067799621462024-02-08T02:36:23.194-08:00Elder AlldredgeElder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-90802708155587331962011-06-11T09:28:00.000-07:002011-06-11T09:28:18.273-07:00Marriage<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Since I belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, or "Mormons" as we are commonly called, sometimes the questions can be off the wall and don't make any sense. Other times they are quite logical, such as "Can my marriage continue after death" or "How many wives do you have"...and while logical, some are quite misinformed. Let us no longer be misinformed, misunderstood, or misconstrued; so how about a link to the answers?<br />
<a href="http://mormon.org/faq/#Marriage">http://mormon.org/faq/#Marriage</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-20843209593281556772011-06-09T18:24:00.000-07:002011-06-11T08:37:08.417-07:00Self-Worth and Self-Confidence<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Many of us are blinded when we think we have less value than others, or that others have less value than another. That is <em>so</em> <em>not true!</em> We are all God's children, and, as such, have great value in God's eyes(John 3:16-17; Matt. 18:11-14). All of us, no matter your size (whether big or small), matters to God. There is a story in which there is a young woman, because of circumstances created by neighbors in her island tribe, who believes that she is of less worth than any on the island. When her island community is visited by a trader named Johnny Lingo she finds that, although not appreciated by some, she still has worth to others. <br />
This story is portrayed in this video:<br />
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<a href="http://radio.lds.org/video/johnnylingo?lang=eng">http://radio.lds.org/video/johnnylingo?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-53716246522946357502011-06-04T14:06:00.000-07:002011-06-04T14:06:01.395-07:00Families and Service<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> You know what? I love helping people, I also love how it makes them smile when I do something nice for them. It sure makes a difference in someone's life when you do an act of random kindness to them, or what I like to call an "ARK." Not only does it make them happy, it also give you an awesome, nice, warm, and tingly sensation when you do because you know you've made a differance(<a href="http://mormon.org/service/">http://mormon.org/service/</a>).<br />
Don't worry about it being a huge thing, it could be something as simple as a smile, a hug, a freindly 'hello', or even just being there. Sometimes all it takes is being a friend or a kindly neighbor who's willing to listen. While although some of us have all the time and the means to do anything for anyone in our lives, or that we encounter, many of us can't seem to even scrape by. So it doesn't mean you need to right away, after all, family first. There's a prophet in the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ that really bashes on the men for not taking care of their families (Jacob 2). Another man (this time a king who's name is Benjamin) says that we should give to others when we can, and desire to when we can't(Mosiah 4:24). So please strengthen your family and when you can do service for others, including your family.<br />
(<a href="http://mormon.org/family/">http://mormon.org/family/</a>)</div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-21512469022665861502011-06-04T13:25:00.000-07:002011-06-09T18:03:41.842-07:00The Restoration<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">What The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints comes out to share is that after Christ and His Apostles died that the christian church back then fell into what is called an "apostasy," or a period of spiritual darkness (or, as said by Paul, a "falling away" in 2 Thes. 2:1-3). After 1700-1800 years, approximately, God spoke again to mankind, this time to a young man named Joseph Smith Junior. Joseph was called to be a prophet and was later given God's authority, or the priesthood, by Heavenly messengers; and, under the direction of God and Jesus Christ, restored the church as originally set up upon the earth.<br />
<a href="http://mormon.org/restoration/">http://mormon.org/restoration/</a><br />
And ever since Joseph was called as a prophet there has always been a prophet to lead and guide The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Prophets are really important to God, as they are basically a steward/spokesman for Him to keep His church in perfect order, as He intended. When Jesus was on the earth, walking around among men, women, and children, He called twelve diciples (or Apostles, as they were so named) to run His Church. In a way all of these men were prophets. Twelve Apostles are also found in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Find out more at:<br />
<a href="http://mormon.org/faq/#Prophets">http://mormon.org/faq/#Prophets</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-29925278576412835592011-06-03T12:19:00.000-07:002011-06-03T12:24:20.128-07:00Who Loves Their Neighbor?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Well, if you chose to not raise your hand to that, why didn't you? Yeah, I know that sometimes we don't like eachother and that everyone hase their own life and stuff like that. But that doesn't mean we can't still love the person, even when we don't like what they do. Sometimes those neighbors are the ones in our own family, other times they're just random people you don't really know all that well. So how do we change our outlook in life so that we can love everyone just like Jesus said(John ch.'s 13 and 15)?<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/pages/love-one-another?lang=eng">http://lds.org/pages/love-one-another?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-47220329384839245352011-06-01T14:22:00.000-07:002011-06-01T14:22:41.472-07:00Addiction Recovery<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I have heard of some really nice people, and met some too. I really liked them, but they couldn't or wouldn't help themselves with addictions with all too real, and often deadly, consequenses. This is really unfortunate. While some just sit around and mope, some don't. So why don't we help them? We can, but why won't we? That must be the saddest part of all! So some well-meaning, and well-inspired people went to work and found a way to help all of those who are struggling with addiction; if you know any, or are one, look at this link for ideas to help...<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/church/news/addiction-recovery-program-brings-individuals-to-christ?lang=eng">http://lds.org/church/news/addiction-recovery-program-brings-individuals-to-christ?lang=eng</a><br />
</div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-63423124103066087902011-05-31T10:41:00.000-07:002011-05-31T10:41:16.342-07:00Gardening and God<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Are these two separate subjects really as separate as they are thought to be? <br />
I was thinking about this, and found this article:<br />
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<a href="http://lds.org/ensign/2005/07/three-green-beans-and-me?lang=eng">http://lds.org/ensign/2005/07/three-green-beans-and-me?lang=eng</a><br />
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I was truly amazed at it. Sometimes, I know, I am just like the main character in this story, not really caring and thinking I'm too busy for what I'm supposed to do. And, honestly, I find that like in this story, I am always embarrassed when it is time to account for it.<br />
This has tremendous value not only to gardeners, but to everyone. There are many people with young kids, and kids not so young; there are managers with several employees under them; there are church leaders with many in their congregations; but the principle is the same: do your duty and you will know God even more. Even when it is seemingly hopeless, just think: do I look hopeless to God? You certainly don't! That's why He keeps coming around to you!</div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-11689044536905083742011-05-31T10:26:00.000-07:002011-05-31T10:26:13.235-07:00Gardening<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">How does a garden benifit me any? I mean, what does it do other than expand my utility bill?!? Check it out, I know it'll help answer that question.<br />
<a href="http://providentliving.org/content/display/0,11666,6637-1-3427-1,00.html">http://providentliving.org/content/display/0,11666,6637-1-3427-1,00.html</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-72866159022706176122011-05-27T14:21:00.000-07:002011-05-27T14:21:46.940-07:00Living in Faith During Hardship<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">You know that life just plain is a pain in the behind sometimes, and that it's sometimes even worse. Faith is the key to enduring through those times. Although it is often never easy to live what you know is right, with faith all things are possible(Mark 9:23). Have faith that when all that you know and feel are under attack, that you don't have to give in and that God will support you in that.<br />
<a href="https://lds.org/study/prophets-speak-today/unto-all-the-world/live-in-faith-despite-uncertainty-and-challenges?lang=eng">https://lds.org/study/prophets-speak-today/unto-all-the-world/live-in-faith-despite-uncertainty-and-challenges?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-22608178054018332142011-05-27T14:12:00.001-07:002011-05-27T14:12:33.205-07:00Different Teams, Same Jersey<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Is that even possible? Find out how here!<br />
<a href="https://lds.org/youth/video/same-jersey?lang=eng">https://lds.org/youth/video/same-jersey?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-25082666121904024582011-05-27T14:10:00.000-07:002011-05-27T14:10:52.558-07:00Honesty<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Enjoy this video of someone demonstrating honesty even if it meant a lower test score.<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/pages/honesty-you-better-believe-it?lang=eng">http://lds.org/pages/honesty-you-better-believe-it?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-79995591290421578682011-05-26T14:06:00.000-07:002011-05-26T14:06:15.359-07:00Provident Living What, Is That?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Well, to be brief (short) it is to live smart by cutting expenses, saving, growing a garden, and other such things. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints has always taught to be good at what you do, and also helping others when you are blessed with an abundance. Not blessed with an abundance of anything except trials and tribulations? Check it out:<br />
<a href="http://providentliving.org/">http://providentliving.org/</a><br />
<a href="http://mormon.org/">http://mormon.org/</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-73129051654877415902011-05-25T15:42:00.000-07:002011-05-25T15:42:06.306-07:00What Blessings are Given in the Temple?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Elder Uchtdorf gave us an answer.<a href="http://lds.org/pages/temple-blessings?lang=eng">http://lds.org/pages/temple-blessings?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-51824534414170953762011-05-19T16:54:00.000-07:002011-05-19T16:54:19.366-07:00Obey and Honor the Law<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">One of our basic beliefs is to honor and obey the law. In fact, here's an apostle talking about it!<br />
<a href="https://lds.org/study/prophets-speak-today/unto-all-the-world/members-in-middle-east-reminded-to-obey-honor-and-sustain-law?lang=eng">https://lds.org/study/prophets-speak-today/unto-all-the-world/members-in-middle-east-reminded-to-obey-honor-and-sustain-law?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-53927661512869437502011-05-18T13:57:00.000-07:002011-05-18T13:57:38.864-07:00There Are Times To Listen To His Almighty Voice...<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I love Jesus, and that He allows the Holy Spirit to guide, and direct us. I have often heard and been told the stories of the Spirit warning people, but never often enough. Maybe that's because most of us ignore It and It waits for us to start listening, by which time it's often too late to listen. Well, not to bring down your day or anything, so here's some stories of those who <em>have</em> listened and others (and themselves) were blessed.<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/liahona/2008/07/latter-day-saint-voices/did-jesus-really-visit-the-americas?lang=eng&query=jesus'+visit+americas">http://lds.org/liahona/2008/07/latter-day-saint-voices/did-jesus-really-visit-the-americas?lang=eng&query=jesus'+visit+americas</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-28367239278645242652011-05-17T13:14:00.000-07:002011-06-08T18:47:33.664-07:00The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">What an awesome book! I love it!<br />
<a href="http://mormon.org/book-of-mormon/">http://mormon.org/book-of-mormon/</a><br />
<a href="http://lds.org/scriptures/bofm?lang=eng">http://lds.org/scriptures/bofm?lang=eng</a><br />
Many of you reading this may have seen with the "mormon" missionaries before, and maybe sometimes may have invited them in to speak with them. If you have spoken with them before, good chance they shared a message about The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ. You would then know about what they said about it, but what do the regular church members say?<br />
<a href="https://lds.org/pages/book-of-mormon-testimonies?lang=eng">https://lds.org/pages/book-of-mormon-testimonies?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-34014047355430270842011-05-14T18:51:00.000-07:002011-05-14T18:51:40.734-07:00Family Home Evening<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Ever want to have fun with your family, but can't find time? Latter-Day Saints have found setting apart one night a week to spend some time together. This is otherwise called Family Home Evening. Even young single adults, older single adults, and couples without kids can do this. Just bring your friends over.<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/ensign/2011/02/young-adults-and-family-home-evening?lang=eng&query=family+home+evening">http://lds.org/ensign/2011/02/young-adults-and-family-home-evening?lang=eng&query=family+home+evening</a><br />
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<a href="http://lds.org/ldsorg/v/index.jsp?locale=0&sourceId=57d55bb29108a110VgnVCM100000176f620aRCRD&topic=Family%20Home%20Evening&vgnextoid=23bd6f3d78dd9110VgnVCM1000003a94610aRCRD">http://lds.org/ldsorg/v/index.jsp?locale=0&sourceId=57d55bb29108a110VgnVCM100000176f620aRCRD&topic=Family%20Home%20Evening&vgnextoid=23bd6f3d78dd9110VgnVCM1000003a94610aRCRD</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-66059405317140995702011-05-12T12:57:00.000-07:002011-05-13T13:31:35.683-07:00Joseph Smith<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Who is he? Just read this from his history.<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/study/topics/joseph-smith?lang=eng">http://lds.org/study/topics/joseph-smith?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-57343711058493611992011-05-06T12:57:00.000-07:002011-05-06T12:57:06.942-07:00Our Heavenly Father<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Does He love me, and how do I know if He does?<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/friend/2009/08/how-do-i-know-that-heavenly-father-loves-me?lang=eng">http://lds.org/friend/2009/08/how-do-i-know-that-heavenly-father-loves-me?lang=eng</a><br />
I testify that He does and that anything that says He never did, does, or ever won't is of the devil.<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/general-conference/2006/10/the-great-and-wonderful-love?lang=eng">http://lds.org/general-conference/2006/10/the-great-and-wonderful-love?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-23672628883029800802011-05-05T13:21:00.000-07:002011-05-05T13:21:46.452-07:00The Word of Wisdom<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">What is this 'word of wisdom' that your Latter-Day Saint friends always talk about when you offer them coffee, alcohol, or tea? Well, this will answer that question for you:<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/study/topics/word-of-wisdom?lang=eng&query=word+wisdom+(%3f">http://lds.org/study/topics/word-of-wisdom?lang=eng&query=word+wisdom+(%3f</a>)</div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5773166406779962146.post-71681688383264412302011-05-04T14:19:00.000-07:002011-05-04T14:19:06.759-07:00The Sabbath<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">All of you who believe in Christ (meaning Christians) also know that God blessed the sabbath day, and that He commands us to keep it holy (exodus 20, deuteronomy 5). But do we really do that? This might help...<br />
<a href="http://lds.org/general-conference/2011/04/the-sabbath-and-the-sacrament?lang=eng">http://lds.org/general-conference/2011/04/the-sabbath-and-the-sacrament?lang=eng</a></div>Elder Alldredgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13451240517362660604noreply@blogger.com0