Me Thinks

Here are a few reasons why I appreciate the gift of the Holy Ghost:

1. The Holy Ghost confirms truth. As I am reading and studying, or listening to someone give a talk or share their testimony, the Holy Ghost confirms to me when I hear truth. I feel the confirmation in my heart and soul and my spirit is touched.

2. The Holy Ghost comforts me. When I am anxious or fearful, the Holy Ghost can assure me, wrapping me in comfort.  Sometimes the Holy Ghost prompts me to remember a past experience or message from the Lord that gives me reassurance. The Holy Ghost helps me to feel safe and hopeful. The Holy Ghost brings the warmth and light of the Atonement into my life.

3. I feel protected with the Holy Ghost as a companion, because I am warned, sometimes as if by flashing lights, and other times by a quiet whisper, when something is not appropriate or is dangerous. 

4. The Holy Ghost not only warns me of things not to do, but I am encouraged and cheered on to do good things. The Holy Ghost nudges me along, helping me to feel confident and courageous. The names of people in my life sometimes come to my mind, and I feel like the Holy Ghost helps me to remember who to reach out to, and when.

5. I drive a car with sensitive lane warnings. If I veer out of my lane, I am reminded to steer back to my lane. The Holy Ghost helps me stay on course. I am reminded of commandments, of feelings and promptings, of ways to improve, and a need to repent.

6. I mentioned that I am driving along, trying to stay in my lane, but where does the road lead? The road/path leads back to the Father. Ultimately, the Holy Ghost is directing me to press forward in faith, relying on the merits of Jesus Christ and headed for exaltation.

I cherish this gift!