Live The Vibrant Life
Picture this: You’re driving through a scenic canyon, the sun kissing your face, and the wind weaving through your fingers outside of your open window. It’s a moment of joy that reminds us of the beauty in little pleasures. This is the feeling I want to capture today, the simple fun in everyday living that makes life worth living.
Today’s episode, “Hey, It Could Happen,” draws inspiration from the 90’s classic, Angels in the Outfield. If you’re sporting a nostalgic grin right now, get ready for a treat! Growing up, this movie was a staple in my house, blending baseball, heartfelt drama, and a touch of magic. It’s a timeless tale that resonates with audiences of all ages, teaching profound lessons about faith and optimism.
Take a moment and imagine yourself on a rollercoaster, with the wind in your hair and the adrenaline running through your veins. You’re living life to the fullest. Now, in your mind strip away what makes the rollercoaster possible, the tracks. Scary, right? Without precisely laid tracks to guide the coaster, you get total mayhem. Life is a crazy ride demanding a balance of freedom and structure. To genuinely relish the highs and navigate the inevitable lows, we need order to provide us with a feeling of direction and purpose to enjoy the experience. Today, we’ll explore how embracing this balance empowers us to live a vibrant life.
God does watch over us and does notice us, but it is usually through someone else that he meets our needs. ~ Spencer W. Kimball
The Master could overwhelm us with his supernal knowledge, but he does not. He honors our agency. He allows us the joy of discovery. ~ Russell M. Nelson
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We are incredibly blessed to know about the Plan of Happiness, that there is hope for each of us through our Savior, Jesus Christ, and that each of us has an eternal destiny.
It has been my personal experience that when a child prays, God listens. ~ Thomas S. Monson
And each week it’s been amazing as I’ve thought about what I want to share and how to connect with you. I believe that we can be guided in things like that and I’ve felt Heaven close as I’ve prayed to know what messages to send out. This week, I feel a powerful prompting to talk about feeling invisible.
“Do not be afraid” appears 365 times in the Bible. It’s Heavenly Father’s daily reminder to: choose faith over fear.