joy

JOY, n.

1. The passion or emotion excited by the acquisition or expectation of good; that excitement of pleasurable feelings which is caused by success, good fortune,the gratification of desire or some good possessed, or by a rational prospect of possessing what we love or desire; gladness; exultation; exhilaration of spirits.

Joy is a delight of the mind, from the consideration of the present or assured approaching possession of a good.

Bring heavenly balm to heal my country's wounds,

Joy to my soul and transport to my lay.

2. Gayety; mirth; festivity.

The roofs with joy resound.

3. Happiness; felicity.

Her heavenly form beheld, all wished her joy.

4. A glorious and triumphant state.

--Who for the joy that was set before him, endured the cross. Heb.12.

5. The cause of joy or happiness.

For ye are our glory and joy. 1 Thess 2.

6. A term of fondness; the cause of you.

JOY, v.i. To rejoice; to be glad; to exult.

I will joy in the God of my salvation. Hab.3.

JOY, v.t. To give joy to; to congratulate; to entertain kindly.

1. To gladden; to exhilarate.

My soul was joyed in vain.

2. To enjoy; to have or possess with pleasure, or to have pleasure in the possession of. [Little used. See Enjoy.

SCRIPTURES:

• Alma 27:18

  18 Now was not this exceeding joy? Behold, this is joy which none receiveth save it be the truly penitent and humble seeker of happiness.

• Doctrine and Covenants 101:36

  36 Wherefore, fear not even unto death; for in this world your joy is not full, but in me your joy is full.

• John 15:11

  11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.

• Alma 29:14

  14 But I do not joy in my own success alone, but my joy is more full because of the success of my brethren, who have been up to the land of Nephi.

• Zephaniah 3:17

  17 The Lord thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.
  
  

  • 3 Nephi 28:10

    10 And for this cause ye shall have fulness of joy; and ye shall sit down in the kingdom of my Father; yea, your joy shall be full, even as the Father hath given me fulness of joy; and ye shall be even as I am, and I am even as the Father; and the Father and I are one;
    
    

    • 2 Nephi 2:25

      25 Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy.
      
      
      QUOTES:
      
      
      Find a place inside where there's joy, and the joy will burn out the pain.
      Joseph Campbell 
      
      We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves.
      Buddha 
      
      Your success and happiness lies in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties.
      Helen Keller 
      
      Joy in looking and comprehending is nature's most beautiful gift.
      Albert Einstein 
      
      Things won are done, joy's soul lies in the doing.
      William Shakespeare 
      
      Service which is rendered without joy helps neither the servant nor the served. But all other pleasures and possessions pale into nothingness before service which is rendered in a spirit of joy.
      Mahatma Gandhi 
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      PERSONAL DEFFINITION:
      I think that joy is a state of being purely filled with charity and love. You don't have room for sorrow because you are so full of service and truth.
      Joy is something you get when you accomplish something great.
      When you serve others, that brings you joy, and when you serve others, you serve God, and what could be a greater accomplishment than that?
      I want to apply this to my life by filling my head with happy thoughts, because your thoughts become actions, and if I'm filling my head with joyful thoughts, then my actions should be joyful!
      
      

Sowing (Planting)

sowing SOWING, ppr. Scattering, as seed; sprinkling with seed, as ground; stocking with seed. SOWING, n. The act of scattering seed for propagation. SCRIPTURES: Luke 8:5 5 A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he sowed, some fell by the way side; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it. Doctrine and Covenants 6:33 33 Fear not to do good, my sons, for whatsoever ye sow, that shall ye also reap; therefore, if ye sow good ye shall also reap good for your reward. 1 Corinthians 15:43 43 It is sown in dishonour; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: Deuteronomy 22:9 9 ¶Thou shalt not sow thy vineyard with divers seeds: lest the fruit of thy seed which thou hast sown, and the fruit of thy vineyard, be defiled. Mark 4:15 15 And these are they by the way side, where the word is sown; but when they have heard, Satan cometh immediately, and taketh away the word that was sown in their hearts. Mark 4:3 3 Hearken; Behold, there went out a sower to sow: Mark 4:4 4 And it came to pass, as he sowed, some fell by the way side, and the fowls of the air came and devoured it up. Mark 4:16 16 And these are they likewise which are sown on stony ground; who, when they have heard the word, immediately receive it with gladness; Mark 4:20 20 And these are they which are sown on good ground; such as hear the word, and receive it, and bring forth fruit, some thirtyfold, some sixty, and some an hundred. Mark 4:31 31 It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth: Mark 4:32 32 But when it is sown, it groweth up, and becometh greater than all herbs, and shooteth out great branches; so that the fowls of the air may lodge under the shadow of it. 1 Corinthians 15:42 42 So also is the resurrection of the dead. It is sown in corruption; it is raised in incorruption: 1 Corinthians 15:44 44 It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. There is a natural body, and there is a spiritual body. Isaiah 19:7 7 The paper reeds by the brooks, by the mouth of the brooks, and every thing sown by the brooks, shall wither, be driven away, and be no more. Ezekiel 36:9 9 For, behold, I am for you, and I will turn unto you, and ye shall be tilled and sown: Genesis 47:23 23 Then Joseph said unto the people, Behold, I have bought you this day and your land for Pharaoh: lo, here is seed for you, and ye shallsow the land. Hosea 8:7 7 For they have sown the wind, and they shall reap the whirlwind: it hath no stalk: the bud shall yield no meal: if so be it yield, the strangers shall swallow it up.

QUOTES:

Sowing is not as difficult as reaping.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe 

The season of failure is the best time for sowing the seeds of success.
Paramahansa Yogananda 

With every deed you are sowing a seed, though the harvest you may not see.
Ella Wheeler Wilcox 

Self-discipline is an act of cultivation. It require you to connect today's actions to tomorrow's results. There's a season for sowing a season for reaping. Self-discipline helps you know which is which.
Gary Ryan Blair 
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Personal Definition:

I think that sowing means to Plant. 

But, there are different things you can sow, and different ways to sow them. So, if I were to apply this to my life right now, I would probably want to be planting good seeds in my heart, such as good true principles.

It was cool, because yesterday, my mom and I were talking about the vision of Vanguard (my youth group) and how the Apperentice is like the Plant (or the sown seed) where you go and you learn things that inspire you and get you to want to learn the "whys"

and learning awesome principles, and then wanting to learn more about those principles. (I could go on and on even about Journeyman and Masters, but I don't have that kind of time in the middle of tonight. :))

Maybe I'll have to do more word studies so I can explain the whole picture to you....

world

WORLD, n. [This seems to be a compound word, and probably is named from roundness, the vault; but this is not certain.]

1. The universe; the whole system of created globes or vast bodies of matter.

2. The earth; the terraqueous globe; sometimes called the lower world.

3. The heavens; as when we speak of the heavenly world, or upper world.

4. System of beings; or the orbs which occupy space, and all the beings which inhabit them. Hebrews 11.

God--hath in these last days spoken to us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things; by whom also he made the worlds. Hebrews 1.

There may be other worlds, where the inhabitants have never violated their allegiance to their Almighty sovereign.

5. Present state of existence; as while we are in the world.

Behold, these are the ungodly who prosper in the world. Psalm 73.

6. A secular life. By the world we sometimes understand the things of this world, its pleasures and interests. A great part of mankind are more anxious to enjoy the world to than secure divine favor.

7. Public life, or society; as banished from the world.

8. Business or trouble of life.

From this world-wearied flesh.

9. A great multitude or quantity; as a world of business; a world of charms.

10. Mankind; people in general; in an indefinite sense. Let the world see your fortitude.

Whose disposition, all the world well knows--

11. Course of life. He begins the world with little property, but with many friends.

12. Universal empire.

This through the east just vengeance hurld, and lost poor Antony the world.

13. The customs and manners of men; the practice of life. A knowledge of the world is necessary for a man of business; it is essential to politeness.

14. All the world contains.

Had I a thousand worlds, I would give them all for one year more to devote to God.

15. The principal nations or countries of the earth. Alexander conquered the world.

16. The Roman empire.

17. A large tract of country; a wide compass of things.

I must descry new worlds.

18. The inhabitants of the earth; the whole human race. John 3.

19. The carnal state or corruption of the earth; as the present evil world; the course of this world. Galatians 1. Ephesians 2.

20. The ungodly part of the world.

I pray not for the world, but for them that thou hast given men. John 17.

21. Time; as in the phrase, world without end.

22. A collection of wonders. [Not in use.]

In the world, in possibility. [All the precaution in the world would not save him.]

For all the world,

1. Exactly. [Little used.]

2. For any consideration.

Scriptures

• John 15:19

  19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.
  

• John 1:10

  10 He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.
  

• JST, John 1:10

  10 Even the Son of God. He who was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.
  

• John 3:17

  17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
  

• 3 Nephi 9:21

  21 Behold, I have come unto the world to bring redemption unto the world, to save the world from sin.
  

• 1 John 4:5

  5 They are of the world: therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them.
  

• 1 John 2:15

  15 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.
  

• John 17:14

  14 I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
  

• JST, John 1:5

  5 And the light shineth in the world, and the world perceiveth it not.
  
  Personal definition:
  So, the world, is like a body of matter and mass, but in another sense, its like representing 'bad' becuse I think 'natural man' is like another word for it. Its like representing us when we're not apart of God, or doing what he wants. 
  

 

sloth

SLOTH, n.

1. Slowness; tardiness I abhor this dilatory sloth and tricks of Rome.

2. Disinclination to action or labor; sluggishness; laziness; idleness. They change their course to pleasure, ease and sloth. Sloth, like rust, consumes faster than labor wears.

3. An animal, so called from the remarkable slowness of his motions. There are two species of this animal; the ai or three toed sloth, and the unau or two toed sloth; both found in South America. 

*It is said that its greatest speed seldom exceeds three yard an hour. O_o it feeds on vegetables and ruminates.

Scriptures:

• Doctrine and Covenants 101:50

  50 And while they were at variance one with another they became veryslothful, and they hearkened not unto the commandments of their lord.

• Romans 12:11

  11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;

• Proverbs 18:9

  9 He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.

• Proverbs 22:13

  13 The slothful man saith, There is a lion without, I shall be slain in the streets.

• Proverbs 24:30

  30 I went by the field of the slothful, and by the vineyard of the man void of understanding;

• Hebrews 6:12

  12 That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

• Proverbs 26:13

  13 The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.

• Proverbs 26:14

  14 As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.

• Proverbs 26:15

  15 The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.

An unclean person is universally a slothful one.
Henry David Thoreau 

God will never direct us to be prideful, arrogant and unforgiving, immoral or slothful or full of fear. We step into these things because we are insensitive to the leadership of the Holy Spirit within us.
Charles Stanley 

No one who is in this world will deny that evils exist. What, then, do we say? That evil is not a living and animated substance, but a condition of the soul which is opposed to virtue and which springs up In the slothful because of their falling away from good.
Saint Basil 
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Personal Definition:

I think that being slothful means to be lazy. It means that you always want to stay in your comfort zone, and never try any new adventures. 

You never want to leave your hobbit hole. :)

(I think, as a type 2, or a white (/blue) I don't like change, I just like peace, so I'm a little afraid of scary new things. Ok, a lot afraid of scary new things.

So, this is a good one for me, and for everyone really, because we got to remember that God is our strength, and with Him, any new task, or commandment, is possible. 

He can turn our weaknesses to strengths, so why not turn our slothfulness to willingness to be tools in His hands and do what is right!

weakness WEAKNESS, n. 1. Want of physical strength; want of force or vigor; feebleness; as the weakness of a child; the weakness of an invalid; the weakness of a wall or bridge, or of thread or cordage. 2. Want of sprightliness. Soft, without weakness; without glaring, gay. 3. Want of steadiness. By such a review, we shall discern and strengthen our weaknesses. 4. Infirmity; unhealthiness; as weakness of constitution. 5. Want of moral force or effect upon the mind; as the weakness of evidence; the weakness of arguments. 6. Want of judgment; feebleness of mind; foolishness. All wickedness is weakness. 7. Defect; failing; fault; with a plural. Many take pleasure in spreading abroad the weaknesses of an exalted character. Note: It says "want" like 5 times in there! Interesting.... Scriptures: Ether 12:27 27 And if men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness. I give unto men weakness that they may be humble; and my grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them. 1 Corinthians 15:43 43 It is sown in dishonour; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: 1 Corinthians 2:3 3 And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling. Hebrews 11:34 34 Quenched the violence of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, out of weakness were made strong, waxed valiant in fight, turned to flight the armies of the aliens. Doctrine and Covenants 35:17 17 And I have sent forth the fulness of my gospel by the hand of my servant Joseph; and in weakness have I blessed him; 1 Corinthians 1:25 25 Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and theweakness of God is stronger than men. Hebrews 7:18 18 For there is verily a disannulling of the commandment going before for the weakness and unprofitableness thereof. Alma 56:19 19 And thus were we favored of the Lord; for had they come upon us in this our weakness they might have perhaps destroyed our little army; but thus were we preserved. 2 Nephi 3:13 13 And out of weakness he shall be made strong, in that day when my work shall commence among all my people, unto the restoring thee, O  of Israel, saith the Lord.  Love is friendship that has caught fire. It is quiet understanding, mutual confidence, sharing and forgiving. It is loyalty through good and bad times. It settles for less than perfection and makes allowances for human weaknesses. Ann Landers  Never build your emotional life on the weaknesses of others. George Santayana  My weaknesses... I wish I could come up with something. I'd probably have the same pause if you asked me what my strengths are. Maybe they're the same thing. Al Pacino  If human beings are perceived as potentials rather than problems, as possessing strengths instead of weaknesses, as unlimited rather that dull and unresponsive, then they thrive and grow to their capabilities. Barbara Bush  When a batter swings and I see his knees move, I can tell just what his weaknesses are then I just put the ball where I know he can't hit it. Satchel Paige  (Kinda like the adversary) Let us speak, though we show all our faults and weaknesses, - for it is a sign of strength to be weak, to know it, and out with it - not in a set way and ostentatiously, though, but incidentally and without premeditation. Herman Melville  Read more at http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/weaknesses.html#xf2JIcAZxX56by3E.99 Personal Definition: So, in the definition, it says the word "want" like 5 times, which I thought was interesting. I think "want" and "weak" are very similar words. When we want something, we are vulnerable to it, which makes us weak. I think satan uses that tactic a lot, but I think God does too. Except in a different way. When we want some knowledge, or truth, (Which is what HE wants us to do) then we aren't really vulnerable, but more strengthened and determined. So, really, when we follow what God wants, and want what He wants, and come unto Him for it, then he will turn our wants, or weaknesses, and turn them to strength. I

Contribute!

Deffinition
CONTRIBUTE, v.t. [L., to grant, assign, or impart. See Tribe, Tribute.]

1. To give or grant in common with others; to give a common stock or for a common purpose; to pay a share.

England contributes much more than any other of the allies.

It is the duty of Christians to contribute a portion of their substance for the propagation of the gospel.

2. To impart a portion or share to a common purpose.

Let each man contribute his influence to correct public morals.CONTRIBUTE, v.i. To give a part; to lend a portion of power, aid or influence; to have a share in any act or effect.

There is not a single beauty in the piece, to which the invention must not contribute.

 

Scriptures:

Ezra 2

• Old Testament

EzraChapter 2The descendants of the Jews taken captive who return to Jerusalem and to Judah are listed—The children of priests whose genealogy is lost are denied the priesthood—Faithful people contribute to the building of the temple. 

D&C 69

• Doctrine and Covenants

...to carry the manuscript of the compiled revelations and commandments to Independence, Missouri, for printing. He was also to take with him moneys that had been contributed for the building up of the Church in Missouri. As the course of travel would lead him through a sparsely settled country... 

Fast, Fasting

• The Guide to the Scriptures

...each month is set aside for the purpose of fasting. During this time, Church members go without food and water for twenty-four hours. They then contribute to the Church the money that they would have spent on food for those meals. This money is called a fast offering. The Church uses the fast... 

Bless, Blessed, Blessing

• The Guide to the Scriptures

To confer divine favor upon someone. Anything contributing to true happiness, well-being, or prosperity is a blessing. 

Nephi, Son of Nephi, Son of Helaman

• The Guide to the Scriptures

...hundred years of Nephite history (34–321 A.D.). Several generations of writers, including Nephi, contributed to the record. Verses 1–19 tell that after the resurrected Christ’s visit all the Nephites and Lamanites were converted to the gospel. Peace, love, and harmony reigned. The three...

 

Quotes:

 I am convinced that material things can contribute a lot to making one's life pleasant, but, basically, if you do not have very good friends and relatives who matter to you, life will be really empty and sad and material things cease to be important.

David Rockefeller

 

Close friends contribute to our personal growth. They also contribute to our personal pleasure, making the music sound sweeter, the wine taste richer, the laughter ring louder because they are there.

Judith Viorst 

 

It is not what we get. But who we become, what we contribute... that gives meaning to our lives.

Tony Robbins 

 

Personal Deffinition:

I think that to contribute means to give,or to be a part of.

It could mean add to, too. Like have a part of, or do something to become a part of something.

To apply, this, I want to contribute service in Vanguard so that we can create unity, which is what we've been trying to work on lately. :)  

 

I am convinced that material things can contribute a lot to making one's life pleasant, but, basically, if you do not have very good friends and relatives who matter to you, life will be really empty and sad and material things cease to be important.

David Rockefeller

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