Fulfilling the Abrahamic Covenant

I, Nephi (an individual member of the house of Israel), having been born of goodly parents, therefore I was taught somewhat in all the learning of my father; and having seen many afflictions in the course of my days, nevertheless, having been highly favored of the Lord in all my days; yea, having had a great knowledge of the goodness and the mysteries of God (the blessings I received to prepare and empower me to bless mankind), therefore I make a record of my proceedings in my days (the specific service I feel inspired to perform to fulfill my duty as an Israelite). (1 Nephi 1:1)

Write the beginning of the record of your life mission:

I, _Jennifer Lea Dodson, having been taught the blessings of the Lord do promise to uphold my baptismal covenants and the covenants I have made in the temple.

Record the blessings you have been given and the ways you have been prepared so that you can bless Heavenly Father’s children:

I have been blessed with the patience to love and care for my special needs children and husband. Somehow Heavenly Father has seen fit for me to have the strength to be able to handle the stress that comes with their every day needs. Even though on some days I feel as if I am going to break.

Record the promises of God that cause you to want to be involved in the Abrahamic Covenant:

The promises of an eternal family, with perfection and perfect love in eternity.

State the specific things you feel you should do with your blessings and preparation so that you can receive the promises of God:

Keep praying, keep learning and growing both of the spiritual nature and of the world, keep learning patience and growing in Heavenly Father’s glory. Continue attending my Church meetings and strive to attend the temple according to my covenants.

Review the following explanation of the areas of focus for the Church:

“In fulfilling its purpose to help individuals and families qualify for exaltation, the Church focuses on divinely appointed responsibilities. These include helping members live the gospel of Jesus Christ, gathering Israel through missionary work, caring for the poor and needy, and enabling the salvation of the dead by building temples and performing vicarious ordinances.”     (Handbook 2: “Administering the Church” 2.2)

What specific things do you feel you should do in your personal life, or as you inspire others in their service, that relates to the core focus of the Church?

I believe that I should be available to help those who are in need of service, to continue to work as a missionary for the Church and that I should continue to do my family history diligently. I should also encourage my children to help those in need and to attend the temple when they have the opportunity.