[Teachldsseminary] PBS The Mormons

[Esemmom at aol.com]

My students were quiet about it yesterday, so I decided to wait and see  what 
reactions, if any, they had this morning.  They had quite a few!   I have 23 
ninth graders and we discussed what they heard, felt, and answered any  
questions they had for the first few minutes, then moved on to President Brigham  
Young.
 
Several students remarked that they didn't like the feelings they had when  
the apostates were telling "all."  Some said it was like waiting  for 
lightening to strike; dark and uncomfortable; like their oxygen was being  taken away.  
Before I could explain why they felt that way, one student  said, "That's 
what Satan feels like when you've lost the spirit and your light  is out." These 
apostates have left the church, but they can't leave the  church alone. They 
said those people didn't look happy, and  they didn't sound happy either.  
 
It was great to hear them contrast what we've been studying in the  
scriptures on exaltation, repentance and that there is a way back, knowledge and  the 
proper use of it.  Many scripture masteries were repeated to family  members.  
Even had one Mom go look it up to be sure her son was  correct.  They were 
telling me what they had learned and that that was not  what was presented.
 
My immediate reaction on Monday night after the first few minutes came from  
JSH 1:15-20, "they draw near to me with their lips, but their hearts are from  
me.......but deny the power thereof."
 
They said they got the correct message loud and clear everytime they used  
the word "secret" in reference to the temple, that it's really "sacred."   They 
liked the clearness of the Apostles statements.
 
Have a great rest of the week!  We've crossed the plains and are  getting 
things going in the Salt Lake Valley.
 
Sister Brown
Boise, Idaho
"Get up in the morning.  Load your handcart.   Head to ZION!"
 
 



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