Be Steadfast and Immovable...

"Be steadfast and immovable, always abounding in good works." Mosiah 5:15. That is the theme the first presidency has assigned for the youth of the church this year.

The young women in our ward were asked to take a picture of themselves that depicted the new theme. Riley and I kicked around a few ideas and then came up with the picture above. The waterfall is in downtown Milford and when we got there for the "photo shoot" we were surprised to see that the sides of the falls had frozen, but the water was still flowing even in 12 degree weather that day! Isn't that true in our own lives? When we hit "troubled waters" and it seems that nothing is going right and that all is frozen around us, we still have that foundation and our testimony & faith keeps flowing.

What does it mean to be steadfast and immovable?
That I stand firmly Christ-like and unalterable;
Though mocks and scorns of the world call out to confuse me,
I'll defend virtue, integrity, and chastity.

As Captain Moroni's stripling warrior, I will fight
To maintain my worthiness. I will stand for the right.
My foundation is built on the Lord- Here I stand.
Though mighty whirlwinds blow- There is safety at hand.

I know for myself- I am firm and steadfast- I am free.
As I ponder and follow in faith- God speaks to me.
I'll progress and prepare- one drop of oil at a time.
To refuel my lamp, I will study, pray, and be kind.

I can become consistent in my preparation.
For the best fruit, I will declare my dedication.
My gospel roots can sink deep when they are well nourished.
With steady drops of living water, I will flourish.
-Elder Bednar