Thank you so much for this article. I have recently been called to serve in my ward Relief Society Presidency. As I have begun to really serve the sisters in my ward I have gained a new perspective on "being used". This article brought be to tears. Thank you.
DianeSeptember 3, 2024
Thank you Sister Clayton! Beautiful and inspiring thoughts and wisdom.
Rochelle HaleSeptember 3, 2024
I want to arrive with my heart on my sleeve,
Knowing that I went beyond my own comfort
To make sure my disabled friend could experience the temple,
Knowing that the worst seat at the table turned out to be the best,
When learning how I could better minister,
And that appearances may not always show that someone is emotionally or physically well.
I want to smell the bread and crockpot meals I made for others.
I want to have circles under my eyes because I immediately said, "yes" before I knew what the Primary activity would involve.
I want tear stains on my blouse and callouses on my knees,
For the many prayers I have offered for others,
And my heart brimming with more gratitude than I can ever express for all that my Savior has done for me.
I want my heart to show that it was never about my own selfishness.
It was all about Him and how He could use me to help others.
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David C HobsonSeptember 3, 2024
Bravo! Very well stated!
Susan StoddardSeptember 3, 2024
Thank you so much for this article. I have recently been called to serve in my ward Relief Society Presidency. As I have begun to really serve the sisters in my ward I have gained a new perspective on "being used". This article brought be to tears. Thank you.
DianeSeptember 3, 2024
Thank you Sister Clayton! Beautiful and inspiring thoughts and wisdom.
Rochelle HaleSeptember 3, 2024
I want to arrive with my heart on my sleeve, Knowing that I went beyond my own comfort To make sure my disabled friend could experience the temple, Knowing that the worst seat at the table turned out to be the best, When learning how I could better minister, And that appearances may not always show that someone is emotionally or physically well. I want to smell the bread and crockpot meals I made for others. I want to have circles under my eyes because I immediately said, "yes" before I knew what the Primary activity would involve. I want tear stains on my blouse and callouses on my knees, For the many prayers I have offered for others, And my heart brimming with more gratitude than I can ever express for all that my Savior has done for me. I want my heart to show that it was never about my own selfishness. It was all about Him and how He could use me to help others.
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