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Have you heard this talk given by President Thomas S. Monson?
It's called Charity Never Faileth and it's one of my favorite talks ever.
Watch this little video for a small recap:
He teaches us that we need to be VERY careful with our judgements of others.
We too easily judge other's actions, words, hairstyles, clothing, etc.
President Monson shared a special story of a woman who lived near a hospital and would rent out beds to those who were receiving outpatient help.
One particular man showed up at her door who was awful looking.
But the woman soon realized that behind the scars and swelling, he had a heart of gold and she let him stay that night.
Her neighbors were not happy that she let such a horrible looking man in, but over the years he would continue to stay when more treatments were needed and they built a very special friendship.
She learned that looks can be very deceiving.
Woot woot!
So check in tomorrow for the awesomeness that it will be :)
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Have you heard this talk given by President Thomas S. Monson?
It's called Charity Never Faileth and it's one of my favorite talks ever.
Watch this little video for a small recap:
He teaches us that we need to be VERY careful with our judgements of others.
We too easily judge other's actions, words, hairstyles, clothing, etc.
President Monson shared a special story of a woman who lived near a hospital and would rent out beds to those who were receiving outpatient help.
One particular man showed up at her door who was awful looking.
But the woman soon realized that behind the scars and swelling, he had a heart of gold and she let him stay that night.
Her neighbors were not happy that she let such a horrible looking man in, but over the years he would continue to stay when more treatments were needed and they built a very special friendship.
She learned that looks can be very deceiving.
President Monson encouraged us to show charity instead of judgement.
As you read through the talk you'll see that he lists SO many examples of what charity is:
- the pure love of Christ
- the opposite of criticism and judging
- tolerant of others
- lenient towards their actions
- forgiving of others and patient
- sympathetic, compassionate, merciful in times of distress or weakness
- gives attention to those not noticed
- gives hope to those who are discouraged
- aid those who are afflicted
- love in action
- refuses to hear or repeat gossip
- not offended easily
- accepting weaknesses and shortcomings
- accepting people as they truly are
- looking beyond physical appearance
- not categorizing people
- the highest, noblest, strongest kind of love
When I read through this talk I thought of so many ways that I can love more.
And I thought of individuals who I could love better.
How do you show charity?
How can you show MORE charity?
"In a hundred small ways, all of you wear the mantle of charity. Life is perfect for none of us. Rather than being judgmental and critical of each other, may we have the pure love of Christ for our fellow travelers in this journey through life. May we recognize that each one is doing her best to deal with the challenges which come her way, and may we strive to do our best to help out."
- President Monson
So check your windows. Make sure you're not wrongfully judging others.
Show charity in your actions and words, your thoughts and expressions.
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