Virtue #2

2. Virtuous living “at all times and in all things, and in all places” qualifies you for the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost. When you are baptized and confirmed, you are given the gift of the Holy Ghost to guide all aspects of your life. Since the Holy Ghost does not dwell in unclean tabernacles, living a virtuous life is a prerequisite to having the companionship of the Holy Ghost and receiving the blessings of temple ordinances. Read the following scripture references and identify the promised blessings: John 14:26–27; 15:26; 2 Nephi 32:1–5; and Doctrine and Covenants 45:57–59; 88:3–4; 121:45–46. In your journal record what you have learned, and write about a time when you felt the guidance of the Holy Ghost.

I never realized how blessed we truly are when we lead virtuous lives and allow the Holy Ghost to be our companion. It will be my comforter. It will testify of Christ. It will allow me to speak with the tongue of angels. It will show me what I should do. And if I continue faithful I will receive eternal life in the celestial kingdom. I am grateful for all the times I have been guided by the Spirit. On my mission, in school, with my family, and countless other times. As I remain virtuous I will continue to have the blessings of the Holy Ghost in my life.

Welcome to my Personal Progress Blog

I have decided that this may be my best chance of motivating myself to work on Personal Progress. I love to keep up on my blogs so I hope to likewise keep up on Personal Progress through a new blog. Today I am entering everything I have already written in my PP Journal and I'll keep track of my progress on the side. If you see me slacking for too long, be sure to comment and help me to stay on course!

Here are some great links to get us started:
* The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

* Personal Progress

* "What's New in Personal Progress?" by Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women general president, New Era, Jan. 2010.

* "Young Women: Personal progress," Church News, Dec. 26, 2009.

* "Learning from Personal Progress," by Marissa Jensen, New Era, Jan. 2010.