The Influence of the Spirit

I found this in some items here at home, I believe Craig brought it home from a youth fireside, but it certainly applies to each of us, hope you find it as inspiring as I did:

When You Have the Spirit
You feel happy and calm.
You feel full of light.
Your mind is clear.
Your bosom burns with love for the Lord and for others.
You feel generous.
No one can offend you.
You are very forgiving and kind.
You are confident in what you do.
You do not mind anyone seeing what you are doing.
You feel outgoing and anxious to be with others (especially family members).
You are glad when others succeed.
You want to make others happy, even those opposed to you.
You bring out the best and say the best about others.
You gladly and willingly perform Church work.
You feel like praying and reading the scriptures.
You wish you could keep all the Lord's commandments.
You feel you have control of your appetites, and emotions: food and sleep in moderation, sexual restraint, recreation that is wholesome and moderate, controlled speech, and no anger.
You feel a deep desire to help others-usually in a way no one else will know about.
You speak and think only good about others.
You feel sorrow when others have problems and sincerely desire to help them.
You realize that your thoughts and your actions are open to God.


A quote from Joseph Fielding Smith:
"When a man has a manifestation of the Holy Ghost, it leaves an indelible impression on the soul, one that is not easily erased. It is spirit speaking to spirit, and it comes with convincing force."

Craig is officially in the air and headed for Athens. It looks as if they are about 20 minutes into the flight, pretty much on time. Pray for their safe flight and a beautiful reception to the country all 14 will call home for the next 22 months!