My Testimony by Pipito Lacsamana
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him (James 1:5).
What are some of the blessings we receive because of our faith in Jesus Christ? One of the greatest blessings is answers to our prayers.
When Pipito was a little boy, he loved to ride his horse. He had a pair of spurs that made him feel like a real cowboy. One day when he came in from riding, he was disobedient and his mother sent him to his room in the basement. He was so angry that he threw his spurs down the stairs. Later he repented and told his mother that he was sorry. The next time he wanted to ride his horse, he couldn’t find the spurs. He looked everywhere. Finally he knelt and prayed to Heavenly Father to help him find them. When he finished praying, he started looking again—and found them. This was the beginning of Jim’s testimony that Heavenly Father hears and answers prayers. Now he is a Supervisor in Riyadh. He teaches the workers that praying every night and morning will bring them great blessings all the rest of their lives.
Praying sincerely to Heavenly Father morning and night makes it easier to hear the still, small voice of the Holy Ghost, the Comforter that Jesus Christ promised to all who keep His commandments. The Holy Ghost can teach us, guide us, and help us feel peace in our hearts. These blessings come when we have faith in Jesus Christ.
Sometimes we need strength because life is hard for us. Christy wanted to memorize the articles of faith and earn her Gospel in Action award. It was extra hard for her because she has cerebral palsy. Christy had faith that the Lord would help her. She listened to the song tapes of the Articles of Faith over and over. She practiced until she could sing them all—and earned her award. Her family and friends were blessed by her good example.
When we count our blessings, we can say, “My prayers are answered, I receive guidance and comfort, I can receive strength to overcome trials.” Yes, faith in Jesus Christ blesses our lives.
What are some of the blessings we receive because of our faith in Jesus Christ? One of the greatest blessings is answers to our prayers.
When Pipito was a little boy, he loved to ride his horse. He had a pair of spurs that made him feel like a real cowboy. One day when he came in from riding, he was disobedient and his mother sent him to his room in the basement. He was so angry that he threw his spurs down the stairs. Later he repented and told his mother that he was sorry. The next time he wanted to ride his horse, he couldn’t find the spurs. He looked everywhere. Finally he knelt and prayed to Heavenly Father to help him find them. When he finished praying, he started looking again—and found them. This was the beginning of Jim’s testimony that Heavenly Father hears and answers prayers. Now he is a Supervisor in Riyadh. He teaches the workers that praying every night and morning will bring them great blessings all the rest of their lives.
Praying sincerely to Heavenly Father morning and night makes it easier to hear the still, small voice of the Holy Ghost, the Comforter that Jesus Christ promised to all who keep His commandments. The Holy Ghost can teach us, guide us, and help us feel peace in our hearts. These blessings come when we have faith in Jesus Christ.
Sometimes we need strength because life is hard for us. Christy wanted to memorize the articles of faith and earn her Gospel in Action award. It was extra hard for her because she has cerebral palsy. Christy had faith that the Lord would help her. She listened to the song tapes of the Articles of Faith over and over. She practiced until she could sing them all—and earned her award. Her family and friends were blessed by her good example.
When we count our blessings, we can say, “My prayers are answered, I receive guidance and comfort, I can receive strength to overcome trials.” Yes, faith in Jesus Christ blesses our lives.
Share your Blessings to others
Share Your Blessings Cheerfully
God is both the giver and the taker of life and everything in it. Each new day is a gift from God, and therefore should be counted as a blessing. Any one can receive blessings from the Lord, no matter who they are.
Please look into your hearts and see what you can share with the Lord and with His Church. Your contributions are the only means we have to minister to God's people in our parish and beyond. Please share your blessings cheerfully.
God is both the giver and the taker of life and everything in it. Each new day is a gift from God, and therefore should be counted as a blessing. Any one can receive blessings from the Lord, no matter who they are.
Please look into your hearts and see what you can share with the Lord and with His Church. Your contributions are the only means we have to minister to God's people in our parish and beyond. Please share your blessings cheerfully.
