Daily Thoughts

In the D&C we're admonished to be patient in afflictions, be meek and steadfast, and not revile against those who revile against us.  D&C 31:9 "Be patient in afflictions, revile not against those that revile. Govern your house in meekness, and be steadfast."

In the Old Testament we're told that wisdom is more valuable than rubies, and even things which are most desirable cannot be compared to it. If we are wise, we are rich indeed!  Proverbs 8:11 "For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it."

In some scriptures with a thought booklet we're told that Jesus stilled the storm, calming the wind and bringing peace.  He then asked His disciples why they had been so fearful and why they had not shown faith. We encounter many storms in life, rough times of trials and tribulations. But we don't need to fear if we have faith in the Lord.  He can bring calmness and peace to even the worst situations.  Mark 4:39-40 "And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?"