ANNOUNCEMENT

Centered in Christ. That's what this entire podcast is about. In this meditation, find your center in Christ in order to more fully appreciate this holiday season.  Thanks so much for your support. If you want to stay in touch follow me on Instagram @Centered_in_Christ_Meditation. You can also still get my book on Amazon. Music provided by Addison Kirk. REFERENCES: “The light, the life, and the hope of the world” (The Living Christ). “I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life” (John 8:12). “God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son” (The Living Christ).

Mindful in Minutes Small Seed Christian Meditation 40 Day Challenge (Brooke Snow)

Families are complex, and they all look different. In this meditation, we will repent for the areas where we fall short, offer gratitude for all that is going well, and create something new for our families. Music provided by Addison Kirk.  REFERENCES: “Much that is essential [to families] can be achieved in less than ideal circumstances” (D. Todd Christofferson, “Why God, Why Family,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2015, 52) Mantra: “I have power over what happened in my home and family.” “Happiness in family life is most likely to be achieved when founded upon the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ” (The Family: A Proclamation to the World, paragraph 7). “Strengthen the family as a fundamental unit of society” (The Family: A Proclamation to the World, paragraph 9).

Are you making your life harder than it needs to be? Often times we ignore the promptings of the Lord thinking that our logic is better suited to direct us. In Declaration 1, Wilford Woodruff encourages the saints to use their agency by listening to the Lord. During this meditation we will reflect on areas where we are allowing ourselves to overly complicate our lives. Music provided by Addison Kirk. REFERENCES: “The question is, wether it should be stopped in this manner, or in the way the Lord has manifested to us” (Declaration 1). “‘All are alike unto God’ including ‘black and white, bond and free, male and female”’ (Official Declaration 2). “Is [there] anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy” (Articles of Faith 1:13)?

There is so much we don't know. But, we do know that answers come. Joseph found answers to his questions about his brother Alvin, and his answer was incredible. What answers have you been waiting on? In this meditation, we get our minds and spirits in the right place so that we can find the answers we are seeking. Music provided by Addison Kirk. REFERENCES: “All who have died without a knowledge of this gospel, who would have received it if they had been permitted to tarry, shall be heirs of the celestial kingdom of God” (D&C 137:7). “Sometimes revelation comes even though we do not seek it. But more often, it comes because we diligently search and prepare” (Come Follow Me for Individuals and Families, pg. 207). “Reflecting upon the great atoning sacrifice that was made by the Son of God” (D&C 138:2) “[Your] eyes [will be] opened, and [your] understanding quickened” (D&C 138:29).

In this meditation, we let go of our perceived control and submit to the will of God. Music provided by https://addisonkirk.com/. REFERENCES: “If thou art merry, praise the Lord” (D&C 136:27). “If thou art sorrowful, call on the Lord” (D&C 136). “Following celestial road signs while in telestial traffic jams is not easy” (“Not Withstanding my Weakness,” Neal A. Maxwell October 1976).

In this meditation, we focus on the Savior’s loving kindness as he affectionately helps us prepare for His return. Music provided by Addison Kirk.  REFERENCES “Prepare yourselves for the great day of the Lord” (D&C 133:10). “Let not your flight be in haste, but let all things be prepared” (D&C 133:15). “They shall mention the loving kindness of their Lord” (D&C 133:52). “Prepare ye the way of the Lord” (D&C 133:17). “Sanctify [ourselves]” (D&C 133:4). “The weak shall confound the wise” (D&C 133:58).

In this meditation, we will discover our spiritual priorities by preparing our heart and tuning into the areas that we can more fully show obedience. Music Provided by Addison Kirk. REFERENCES:  “When I am worried about the daily obligations, it is hard to notice the spiritual opportunities” (Gladys Wilde). “Prepare [our] heart[s] to receive and obey the instructions which [He is] about to give unto [us]” (D&C 132:3) “Same sociality...coupled with eternal glory” (D&C 130:2). "If a person gains more knowledge and intelligence in this life through diligence and obedience...he will have so much the advantage in the world to come” (D&C 130:19). “For whatsoever things remain are by me; and whatsoever things are not by me shall be shaken and destroyed” (D&C 132:14).

What emotions have you been holding onto that have prevented you from feeling true joy? In this meditation, we release the negative and welcome the joy that comes from the blessings of the temple. Music provided by Addison Kirk. REFERENCES “The perils which I am called to pass through” (D&C 127:2). “Seem but a small thing to [you]” (D&C 127:2). “Glad tidings of great joy” (D&C 128:19). “Begin where you are, love them as they are, and prepare for the family you want to have in the future” (Bonnie L. Oscarson, “The Needs before Us,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017, 27) “Go forward and not backward” (D&C 128:22)

What part do you have to play in God's plan? It's easy to lose focus and get stuck in other people's stuff, or even in God's stuff. In this meditation, we refocus on our part and take ourselves out of the business of others. Music provided by Addison Kirk.  REFERENCES: “Tarry at home, for he is needed” (D&C 124:102) “I have a mission in store for [you]” (D&C 124:102). “Much of our stress comes from mentally living out of our own business” (Byron Katie). “Stand in the office of [our] calling, and humble [ourselves] before [Him]” (D&C 124:103). “[Christ has] seen the work which [you] hath done” (D&C 124:17)