This morning during scripture study I discovered a few verses that beautifully describe feelings that are mine. Isn't that fun? Those type of scriptures always make my list of favorites.
Psalms 119:10 "With my whole heart have I sought thee:(I dare not say "my whole heart" but the desires are deep) O let me not wander from thy commandments.(yes! I do want so badly to keep the commandments) :11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart,(by cherishing the scriptures, words of the living prophets and my covenants) that I might not sin against thee.(this is the hope~ perhaps these efforts will keep me from sin) :18 Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.(often I do see with eyes of understanding teachings in the scriptures that were once overlooked or mysterious) :10 I am a stranger in the earth:(so much happens on this earth that pains the sensitive soul. Life is not easy either to live nor watch others you love struggle) hide not thy commandments from me."(for I do really believe that by knowing the commandments I have a better chance of obeying them. It is a sorry life many live because they do not understand that there really are commandments from God. How grateful I am to know because then I have a better chance at obeying them. Sometimes I just want to call out...Do YOU have more commandments to give me because I need more direction!!)
Isn't it wonderful to read the scriptures and feel blessed? What a great way to begin the day.

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Don't you just love the scriptures?
Most every morning I awaken early, hopefully while it is still dark. I tiptoe into The Great Room, we call it, to settle into my Scripture Chair. The little hymnal is randomly opened to discover a new hymn for the day. Singing a hymn before prayer is a lovely recent addition to the ritual. The Spirit is sweet.
Writing in my journal is next. Oh, I love to write. Not that I am a great writer but I love to reflect on the day before; the tender mercies of the Lord, the joys of life, and the lessons learned.
Next comes the best part: Scripture Study. For about an hour the scriptures are my life-line to heaven. Beginning the day in this way sets the day in proper order. Even though I am in pajamas I feel dressed for the day in my 'Armor' as I arise change into clothes.

This lovely Sabbath Day I wish to share the scriptures of my heart.

1. Rejoice Evermore. 1 Thessalonians 5:16
2. I can do all things through Christ which strengthenth me. Philippians 4:13
3. For Behold, I am God; and I am a GOD OF MIRACLES. 2 Nephi 25:23
4. This is the day the Lord hath made; we will Rejoice and be Glad in it. Psalm 118:24
5. The Lord will wipe away tears from off all faces. Isaiah 25:8
6. For with God nothing is impossible. Luke 1:37

Only six? There are more; lots more. But, these truly are on my mind daily.
Will you share your favorite scriptures?