Modern Day Revelation

Wow! I got back online right before jumping into bed with the intention of quickly jotting down some things that have been on my mind lately...in the process I came across some horrible news about a family friend being shot and killed. I don't remember exactly what I wanted to share now...wow is about all that comes to mind!
Just last weekend I was blessed to be able to attend a YSA Fireside presided by Elder Neil L Andersen, an apostle of Jesus Christ! Throughout my life I've been blessed to be in the same room with many apostles, but the excitement and joy never lessens! The strength and spirit they share cannot be replicated, I'm so grateful for the knowledge I have of the restored gospel and modern day revelation. Thinking of the Sannar family, and all those that mourn the loss of a loved one, I can't help but think of the joy and relief that comes through the understanding of the our Father in Heaven's Plan of Happiness. We all will have the opportunity to see those who have died. This life is not the end, neither is it the beginning. We are much more than mortal bodies, we each are a beloved spirit son or daughter of loving heavenly parents. God is our father and his love is eternal, as are our spirits. I'm so grateful for the knowledge that I have the opportunity to someday return to Heavenly Father and live with my family forever!
As we approach fall...specifically October I can't help but get excited to listen to and learn from the Prophet, Apostles and all other General Authorities of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! To prepare myself for the teachings they will share I started re-reading the conference talks from April 2010 and re-reading the Book of Mormon. It amazes me how much love and concern is expressed in both! God has given us modern day revelation to express his love for us, his children, and to show us the way to true and lasting joy. How grateful I truely am!