The Lord has always been revealed by the “still small voice.” And, in the words of the Psalmist, “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Psalm 111:10). 12 Recommended Reading………………………………………………………………… 153, Footnotes to Part I………………………………………………………………………………….. 157, Footnotes to Part II………………………………………………………………………………… 162, Appendix ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 163. But ultimately each must be returned—temporarily, at least—until “title” is eventually passed to us in the Resurrection. . The Man in the white robe becomes “whited out”—obscured from view. This author is not in such a position. Wisdom eludes us. We in our day also desperately need a spiritual compass to point the way across the dark and dreary wastes that constitute the world and its influences through which we and our loved ones must of necessity pass in this mortal sphere. For our light affliction, which is for the moment, works for us more and more exceedingly an eternal weight of glory, while we don’t look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. The Man in the white robe is still there to guide across the dark and dreary wastes to the eternal tree of life. That is how the ancient Job put it. and marrow to [one’s] bones” but also “wisdom and great treasures of knowledge, even hidden treasures” (D&C 89:18–19). As a facilitator at Sixteen Stones Center for Growth, LLC, she has taught workshops on mindfulness, mindful eating, and forgiveness. Typesetting by HAWKES PUBLISHING, INC, “It is true, probably, that there are many points concerning our welfare that may not have been touched upon by our Heavenly Father in the Word of Wisdom, but in my experience I have noticed that they who practice what the Lord has already given us are keenly alive to other words of wisdom and counsel that may be given…. And it came to pass that he spake unto me, and bade me follow him. And it came to pass that as I followed him I beheld myself that I was in a dark and dreary waste. . In these troubled times, Scripture records that. Day Four—You eat meat sparingly, mainly beef and fish. Il analyse également les commentaires pour vérifier leur fiabilité. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen. She is a bit obsessed with Jerusalem, is joyfully married with two young children, and enjoys serving as Primary president in her ward and remodeling her 1904 house. 2. Privacy Policy and Disclaimer. In the end, the only lasting manifestation of embracing the Word of Wisdom—of following the Man in the white robe—is to be found in the “great treasures of knowledge,” the “hidden treasures,” that are the mysteries of godliness and the “fulness of the glory of the Father” and of the Son. Although her case was mild, long days not knowing what would unfold brought me to my knees in prayer. It is hoped that you will enjoy exploring the many facets of the Word of Wisdom as you read this book and that you will be further inspired to study and live these teachings in a more positive way. Brief mention will be given of scientific evidences which confirm these teachings. And after I had traveled for the space of many hours in darkness, I began to pray unto the Lord that he would have mercy on me, according to the multitude of his tender mercies. However, these missionaries began to have some success among the poorer class of people—those not permitted entrance to the synagogues.