Daily Thoughts

In the D&C we're told that none but God can know the thoughts and intents of our hearts. D&C 6:16 "Yea, I tell thee, that thou mayest know that there is none else save God that knowest thy thoughts and the intents of thy heart."

In the Old Testament we read that the Lord is a refuge for those who are oppressed or going through through troubled times.  If we seek Him and trust in Him, He will not forsake us.  Psalms 9:9-10 "The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee."

In a verse with a thought booklet it tells us to ask the animals and birds, for they will teach us.  Interesting idea.  What can we learn from watching animals?  Looking at a dog, we can learn loyalty and unconditional love.  They don't judge people by what they look like or how much money they have.  Looking at a cat, we can learn now to relax and just enjoy basking in a sunny spot.  Looking at a squirrel, we can learn to work hard and prepare for winter months or difficult times to come.  Looking at an ant we can learn to tackle burdens that are bigger than ourselves.  What can we learn from watching the creatures God has created?  Job 12: 7 " But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach thee; and the fowls of the air, and they shall tell thee:"