We all have them. What is the best way to get rid of a bad habit? I found a great answer in my scripture study. In 2 Nephi 30:5,6 it says, "And the gospel of Jesus Christ shall be declared among them; wherefore, they shall be restored unto a knowledge of their fathers, and also to the knowledge of Jesus Christ, which was had among their fathers. And then shall they rejoice; for they shall know that it is a blessing unto them from the hand of God; and their scales of darkness shall begin to fall from their eyes; and many generations shall not pass away among them, save they shall be a pure and a delightsome people." I love this!
"Knowledge of fathers"= knowing the scriptures, where we came from, why we are here and where we are going.
"Knowlege of Jesus Christ"= we can learn of Jesus Christ by reading His words, knowing the doctrine and then acting upon that knowledge and become what He would have us be by trusting Him and doing what he has asked.
Once we desire these things (knowledge of fathers and Christ) and we are truly seeking Him each day, each moment, we will begin to loose the desire for (bad habits). Our "scales of darkness shall begin to fall" the more we come to know, love and live like the Savior. I know this process works, for I have put it to the test. I have a long way to go, but I know the formula. It is a formula for success. The goal is to become (and I love that word-- see recent conference talk "What Manner of Men and Women Ought Ye to Be") a pure and delightsome people. Why? Because becoming what God intended is the only way to lasting happiness. The Book of Mormon tells us that "delightsome people" come to a knowledge of God and the redemption of Christ. (WofM 1:8) Knowledge must lead to action that proves our descipleship. In the D&C we are told that "delightsome people" "flourish in the wilderness and blossom as the rose". This means that regardless of our circumstances, we have the ability to succeed in the things of the Lord. No matter how "wild and savage we may be or seem"(bad habits we have accumulated), we can convert to the gospel-- living it as best we can--and become perfected in and through Him. This is one of life's purposes: to chip away at our rough spots, shed the scales of darkness, become polished-- refined. It doesn't matter how long it takes us to get there, just that we desire it and are moving in the right direction.
Traveling together makes the journey better. The Lord planned it that way. I love encouragement in my journey. I'm cheering and praying for ya'll too. Have a great day-- whatever comes your way!
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You are so right Holly. The must keep a sustained effort throughout our lives and the Lord will carry us through and perfect us in our shortcomings. I am so happy that I can make this journey with you. You give me great strength and confidence. "Neither is man without the woman nor the woman without the man." never at any other time has this been more clear to me. Thank you for your unflagging faith in God and in me-- I will strive every hour to be worthy of you. You make me complete, body and soul. I love you Holly.
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