Focuses that Distract us from the Holy Ghost - 24 March 2022


Sometimes, we let self-imposed demands or chaotic world events crowd out our ability to feel joy and God's love for us.
Last Sunday, someone at church shared this quote from Elder Bednar that has been on my mind since: "If something we think, see, hear, or do distances us from the Holy Ghost, then we should stop thinking, seeing, hearing, or doing that thing."
While this certainly applies to entertainment and media, I also realize that my expectations and focuses have sometimes distanced me from God's Spirit! Sometimes I let looming assignments and projects become so important and foremost in my mind that my stress drowns out the quiet feelings that come from God. I've also found that focusing on the problems rather than the blessings in my life--and our world--makes it harder to see God's influence in my life and to connect with Him.
What expectations or focuses hinder your ability to feel God in your life? How can you change your expectations and focuses to experience greater joy and peace from God?

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