Here at the Mesa Temple Visitors' Center we have a new exhibit called "Love Thy Neighbor". It shows humanitarian efforts that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has put forth in the world. Each time I am blessed to take a group through my mind starts turning. I begin thinking what I can personally do to serve those around me. This exhibit shows grand service projects such as re-roofing homes, feeding thousands of people, providing water for those who previously had to walk two miles to receive it, and caring for those who are sick and in need. I think about what a miracle service truly is for those we give.The Good Samaritan is such a wonderful example of the kind of service we, as human beings, should be giving to others. No matter who the person is, their race, their religion, their economic standing, we are here to give. As Christ talked of this parable he told those around him to "Go, and do thou likewise" (Luke 10:37). He tells us that we are to be those who show mercy on all those that are standing in need.
I often stop and think if I am Going and Doing likewise. I know as we give to those around us we are following the example of Jesus Christ. It is a blessing to have him as our guide in this crazy thing we called life. Here is a video that I love about the parable of the Good Samaritan. Watch it. Ponder it. Pray about if you are doing likewise, and if you are not Change! The Good Samaritan Bible Video
I promise whoever is out there reading this silly blog that there is something more to life than life itself. As we serve, as we give, as we put others ahead of ourselves we can find a small glimpse of the eternal happiness that we each can and will one day receive.
Until next time,
Sister Danielle Brownell
