The Companionship of the Holy Ghost

9/16/08

The Companionship of the Holy Ghost part 1

• The light of Christ is a power for good in the lives of all people
• Moroni 7:16-19 - This scripture stood out to me in vs. 17 more than any other. When we are being evil, in a sense we are promoting it. If we are sinning, denying him, and not serving him, then we are essentially being of the devil. Just like the lesson before, we need to be worthy, and be in the ever glowing light of the lord. He loves us, and wants us to be with him. We need him near us often in order to serve a successful mission
• D&C 84:46-47 - It amazes me every single time i read a scripture that is meant specifically for missionaries, or the children of the last days. There is so much stuff in these scriptures for us, and its amazing to me. Something written so long ago, was meant for us thousands of years later. Now what stands out to me in this scripture is that god has given light to every man on this earth. Everyone chose to be here, and everyone is given his light, and can be enlightened by him and feel his love deep within their hearts. Everyone has the chance. Either they grew up in the church, or we the missionaries are to bring it to them. And once they have heard the word and accept the one and only true love of Christ. They will "come unto god, even the father." That is the most priceless thing you could ever receive.
  
• The Holy Ghost is a member of the Godhead
• 3 Nephi 28:11 - One thing is for certain, we need the Holy Ghost on our mission. To keep our hearts close to the lord, and to soften the hearts of investigators. The Holy Ghost is a big reason behind conversion. Its that little feeling inside your heart, telling you that this doctrine is in fact the true gospel. "The Holy Ghost beareth record of the father and me." The Holy Ghost is an important and beautiful thing to have with you every day of your life, and essential for a missionary.
• D&C 130:22 - Since were on the subject of the Holy Ghost. Sometimes we/I wonder, why does the holy ghost need to be a spirit, why cant he be a man in the godhead like the others. This scripture tells us why. If the holy ghost were a body of flesh and bones he could not dwell within us. He could not give us that feeling of comfort and love that he is able to give while dwelling inside us. His spirit is constantly inside the church, temple, and some even say the PCC. It is critical that the Holy Ghost is a spirit, so it can dwell within us.