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Sunday Musings of the Spirit: January 2013 Visiting Teaching Message

The visiting teaching message for January can be found here.  Though the topic is missionary work, it reminds me a bit of the idea behind the movie, "It's a Wonderful Life." 

We never know what an impact our words might have on another person. 


Thanks for those who uplift others with words and actions.


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  1. DebbieDecember 30, 2012 at 8:36 AM

    Love this quote. Have a blessed Sunday Kristi!

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  2. DeeAnn LancasterDecember 30, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    Yes indeed! I remember doing a Relief Society lesson about this a long time ago. I actually used the children's book "Because a Little Bug Went Ka-Choo!" by P.D. Eastman or Dr. Suess. I don't remember, but it's a cute story. If we only knew who is watching and learning from us.

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  3. StitchinByTheLakeDecember 31, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    I have experienced this and it was amazing....God only needs a willing spirit. blessings, marlene

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