From Darkness To Hope: Unveiling The Light Of Christmas
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- Опубликовано: 20 дек 2023
- I have had so many experiences as an artist and as an individual when I've been discouraged and I haven't known how to get through it. The proverbial Red Sea is before me, and I don't have a way to cross it. And in those moments the Savior has always come to help me. It's not always the way I expect, or the timing I want, but He always comes-even if just to provide reassurance and strengthen my heart. At Christmas that is what I am so thankful for-that peace, that strength, and that love that the Savior brings into my life.
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I'm currently sick right now laying in bed waiting to go to the doctor to see if I have pneumonia. Every breath I take hurts my chest and when I breath you can hear wheezing. I'm 12 years old. I am a member of the church baptised when I was 8. I know heveanly father wants the best for me and I pray to him every night. I went to my Ward last night for a gift exchange. The people there are so nice. It just uplifts me in a better mood. I am so incredibly thankful to be born into the church and get blessings from missionaries and the gospel.
You're gonna be alright lil brother. Heavenly Father hears your prayers and he knows that you need to heal to a full recovery, you will get there. I'll pray for you too my brother. 🙏
My payers are being sent. Feel better. The lord loves you. 🙏🙏
God is Love
I hope you feel better soon
I am sick with a fever mixed with a cold. My siblings came over from California and I don’t get to see them often. I can’t go near them w/o wearing a mask. I’m glad I am not alone, and father has a plan for you. Even when it is so so hard, he loves you! Keep believing that whatever happens he is watching over you.
We have to have Christ in our lives,he answers all prayers.He has made my life better,I could not do it without him.
Jackson County missouri.
The garden of Eden.
Someone asked me what was the greatest gift I ever got for Christmas, my answer was Jesus Christ.
That's a gorgeous mural with a beautiful message ❤️
Pools of light! I love that. We have hope of light ahead. Whenever there is a season of joy in our life, it is a time to recharge and restrengthen in preparation for the next lesson in our journey. Each period in darkness brings us closer and closer to His pure light. The pools of light along the way are a witness and mini experience of the joy and love we can experience with Him.
The only thing beautiful than you art is your testimony
I lost my son 2 years ago. I have walked that street. I know every step. I never gave up on God. Angry, mad, sad, scared…yes. I knew he was walking that road (and still is) with me.
God bless you and if this was only in your gallery, I would have never seen it or heard your story. God has a plan…always. Thank you and Merry Christmas!
At least you know your son is in heaven and you will meet him someday. Then there is someone like me who yearns to marry and despite things to start a family, I am single 30 years old. Fiance broke off and now I am single. I wish I married an LDS woman. They are far better than a lot of people.
I pray God gives you more strength 🙏. Amen
@@ameerm4899 trust Gods plan. My ex divorced me after 20 yrs. Ii have learned so much about myself and have a great life I dont think I would have if we had stayed married. We are actually friends now. God is always right but pain has a way of blinding us. LDS is not a good way to go. The right mate will come. You are very young. God loves you unconditionally. Trust that. He is wiser than all of us. Also I had my kids at 30 and 33. My daughter is 39 and having her fourth! God bless. 🤗
Thank you for sharing . Thank you for the beautiful painting . Your story brought tears to my eyes. I too have done everything that I possibly can being a member of the church. It's time I the way I pray
All you need to do my friend is to read ONLY the Bible and be born again, believe in the Trinity, repent and trust in our Savior Jesus Christ.
John 3:3 - Jesus Says that Christians Must be Born Again. In the New International Version of the Bible, John 3:3 reads: Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” ❤🙏✝️
We celebrate v home Christmas just have a one piece of cake me and my son that's it but you done excellent job the people feel very happy when see your❤❤❤
Wow you are creativity is good
This is beautiful!❤ Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
GOD will always provide what is best for us . He loves us unconditionally. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤Thank you , my LORD 😊
I’m also an Artist from Japan 🇯🇵! My challenge is loneliness b/c I was born in Japan 🇯🇵 but I live in the USA which is my choice being married to an American. Attending the temple regularly, my challenge has gone. I made two sisters who attend the temple session every week. They are my true sisters in the gospel ! 🩷🙏! Love the Church so much 🩷🙏
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Beautiful art work! Meaningful testimony!
Great message! Her story reminds me of my life, and my story. I have several disabilities, which include autism, anxiety, major depression, ocd, add, etc. I tried hard to get my driver's license, but I failed. I tried again, only this time it was a special program. I actually passed, but only because it was on a practice course with no one there to stress me out, which when I am stressed, my brain will not work properly, and my reaction time won't be good enough for driving. Even though I passed, my family and the people at the drivers school both expressed concern, so I didn't learn how to drive. Decades later and I still don't drive. Also because of the pandemic, I quit my job, and experienced trauma because of it. I don't work now, and even the thought of trying to get a job gives me a lot of mental pain. I also fairly recently found out that I have gum disease, and some other physical issues.
What I've learned from my experiences, is that despite what we go through, Heavenly Father is fully aware of what we go through, and has sent the Holy Spirit to speak peace to our souls. God really loves us, and wants us to have joy. Through the grace of Christ, we can have joy especially when we suffer.
AMEN TO THAT 🙏🏻👍🏻
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I love this!! Absolutely beautiful!!!!
Thanks greatly for your kind and positive sharing! We, believers or non-believers in God, in this present life on earth, had better choose the "Journey from Darkness to Hope" because only "Hope" leads to light and eternity, the priceless awards that God grants us in His Love and mercy.
Am grateful to be the member of this church, that I can hear strong testimonies from beautiful people around the world. Merry Christmas 🤶 everyone ❤
Merry Christmas 🙏🏻🎄🫂
A few years ago I repented to God then Prayed for help, "I was until then an Atheist."
I then had a dream of Jesus coming before God and he spoke of the Tabernacle in Perfect context, "A word I didn't know existed.", and what I felt from Jesus when I Held him was unlike Anything I've Ever felt before - A Lifetime of Love Every Second - It brought me to Sobbing and it changed my life, Forever.
I've had Many experiences since, "Several witnessed".
A voice Spoke Clearly into my ear, "Go Visit Your Father Today.", hours before he passed away. When I prayed if I could leave this world my body spoke a word Without My Permission I Never Heard Before, "Malarkey". Hours before a major surgery I prayed for help and a Bright orb of light Passed across my face.
God and Jesus ARE real and they Love us! Let go of your hatred and imagine holding the people who've hurt you.
Tell them you Love them.
I believe Prayer, Following God's laws & Love is the answer, and through that, Truly becoming Humble, Merciful, Welcoming, Giving, Gentle, Respectful, Compassionate, Patient, Kind and Forgiving, To All.
Beautiful story. Beautiful painting. May God grant you peace abs Jesus light your way back home❤
Hallelujah Amen 🙏❤️
Great testimony sister
Thank you for sharing your testimony. Through Jesus Christ we can be free from all shackles and bad situations, many of which we put ourselves into, because of bad decisions, lack of wisdom and by being away from God. I was definitely strengthened by your life's history because I went through a similar situation in my life. You made the right choice by choosing Jesus and letting Him help you, and not going through it all alone. Jesus is always the best choice. When you told us about you praying, I remembered myself praying in my bedroom. Your testimony really edified me. Thanks for sharing!! Praise the Lord!
Thank you so much. Your Mural is perfect.
Best inspirational piece of art I ever saw o my how blessed I de be if one day I could buy an exact replica.Bilessed be the peaple behind this inspiration behind this true love documentary.Exactly what I needed not wanted I needed in my life .May I hold on safley and hold on to the memery of this today thank you good Forevers and evers and evers .love Susan
Creative people can really get hammered emotionally by life's slings and arrows! The rest of us can shake it off a little easier-at least it seems that way! But that's the price you have to pay when you're creative! Goes with the territory! That picture of this street is like a Dream Scape! Really pretty and soothing!
I love painting, drawing and I wish I could paint like that.
This reminds me of footprints in the sand poem instead it was snow The lord said 'i love you and I will never leave you when you saw only one set of footprints it was then that I carried you " Thank You for sharing your painting is beautiful have a wonderful Christmas Gem 💎
Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I pray it impacts many. I too was on a journey and turned to God. That was in 1986. I'm Catholic. He answered me and I've never looked back. May God continue blessing you!
Thank you. I needed that today.
A special gift from God ..in sharing to others we give part of our selves .. we forget our own failures, we find joy 😊❤
This is a beautiful story about how faith in Christ can help and save us!
God bless you that was a beautiful story..🙏
Thank you for sharing your personal experiences. Your words have encouraged me, to start praying with more sincerity.
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Thanks for sharing this video, I feel like I'm my own worst enemy because I fall into a frustrated and angry state very easily sometimes. I know I'm not a bad person, I just have bad days. On the positive side, I have my own creative side that helps me feel calmer and brings me joy. I'm not sure if I'll ever understand why God loves me so much, but I'm grateful He does.
POZDRAV IZ 🇭🇷 .SRETAN I BLAGOSLOVLJEN BOŽIĆ ISUSOVO POROĐENJE.🕊👼🌿🕊
Pick those feet up Soldier!!!
Thats pretty dang cool and easy to apply. You are massively talented.
This video was beautiful, with such a comforting, helpful message. Thank you so much to this woman for sharing her story. I absolutely love her artwork-it is layered with such meaning and evokes many emotions as I ponder her painting. What a perfect message for this time of year. Thank you❤️
The art looks great! Keep up the good work
Awww, so beautiful ❤
When no one knows what you need...
You are a fantastic artist! I love your work. May God bless you and bring you happiness through out life. Thank you for sharing ❤
Awesome story. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for your beautiful testimony!
Thank you! This is beautiful, your heart and your journey with Christ and your representation of it❣️💖🙏
This mural reminds me of when I was a child, walking in the snow, in my hometown of Mitchell, Indiana. This is very beautiful and inspiring. Peace be with you.
You are wonderful, beautiful, and amazing! Thank you for your story. It inspires me to embrace Christ!
What a beautiful message thank you for sharing.
AMEN!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I can relate to what you are saying, but I know that I am a son of God just as you are a daughter of God. Sometimes we lose track of who we are, due to satan temptations he throws at us, hang in there. 🥰🥰🥰.
❤❤❤i love this message. Thank you Sister, God will bless thee with strength to endure. 🙏
Absolutely wonderful! The message is clear and yet uniquely applicable to the viewer. True artistry!
A beautiful message that came from the heart of someone who saw the Light.
Thank you for sharing your story with us.
Beautiful lessons and symbols and words of hope and truth ❤
Even thou we don’t always know why the lord asks us to do certain things in our lives he hopes that we will do it with meekness, willingness, patience, and understanding.
This is so inspiring, thank you ❤
Amen 🙏 Hallelujah ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Bless your heart , beautiful. Thank you for sharing. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES ✝️ 🌹 🙏
Beautiful! Well done!
Love this! Thank you. 💕
Super ! Thank you ! I love your idea ! Opera singer Alex !
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Wonderful story, with a lot of meaning that I'm sure many people will relate to.
I love the message of hope that this video brings. I can tell she is genuine about her testimony and loves the Lord very much. Thank you for sharing!
What a wonderful message, merry christmas!!!
Thank you for being willing to open up and share this, Rebecca.
Such a wonderful lesson that all of us must learn eventually.
So wonderful!
I do hope you are feeling much better now I have suffered all my life with bronchial asthma so I know how bad it feels but I’ve always been grateful for the blessings I have received from the bishopric which helps me to feel Gods love more strongly and I know he is always there for all of us ❤
Incredibly lovely thank you for sharing this with us
A beautiful, heartfelt Testimony. Thank you
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Your picture is amazing 👏
God bless your beautiful testimony 💜🫂🙏🏻
Thank you for sharing your testimony & your beautiful talent! 🙏
Where can we see this mural or your other art work?
Oh yes, always be honest with God. He knows anyway… but He wants you to acknowledge how you really feel and tell Him. That is where real communication with Him begins. It really is ok to be angry at God. It’s better to admit it than to pretend it doesn’t exist. He knows you, He understands you… He wants you to know and understand yourself.
There's one other thing that can turn things around when it seems like everything is going bad no matter how hard you try... Be grateful, count your blessings. I used to say, God, I can't take one more thing on my plate, and then something disastrous would happen and I would say, God I can't handle one more thing..." and this kept happening. And, I decided I wasn't going to tell God I can't handle anything more because he just dumps more on my plate. But, then I realized what was going on. God wasn't deumping more on my plate because I said I can't handle any more, he was trying to show me that I could handle all of those things that happened, but that I was okay. I wasn't destroyed, I was scared facing these health issues, but He really was helping me. So, instead of saying, I can't handle any more, I was grateful and would thank Him for getting me through this difficulty and that. Gratitude is so important, and if you practice gratitude, you will have your own experiences of what it means and why it has such an affect.
I loved the lamp posts lighting her way and the thought and observation it took for this artist to get to where she is and to where she is going. I wish her all the love and support that is potentially hers. I hope she is doing better and better all the time. The observation ability is really important when she paints... I like what I am seeing.
Would love a copy of your mural. Such a beautiful message. Where might one get one?
In the King James Version of the Bible the text reads: Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's. clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.
Jesus Christ can and will strengthen us only if we allow him to. I know that in the darkest times of my life, he always has been there. He wants us. He wants our hearts (our love). He wants us to follow him. He truly can calm all our troubles. It takes time but he can heal us. I truly know that he Lives. He is my rock. For he brought peace to my troubled life. Believe me, I have enough reason for hatred towards some people. But I chose to follow Christ. Instead of hatred, I chose to pray for those people and push hate out of my heart. Jesus Christ has brought peace unto my heart. I can't thank him enough for this precious gift. He truly knows what we are in need of.
On this past Sabbath-Day, which is not sun-day, two of your acolytes came to see me. The distaste I presented them with was not in error, they left the door-step of the shelter within which I reside, they behaved, conducted themselves politely. My True anger was at myself for not being properly equipped with the knowledge and understanding necessary to help them understand the blasphemy, the heresy they subscribe to that leads them away from Jesus Christ, toward satan. I shall have to better prepare myself for the next encounter I have with any heretic - willing or otherwise. God The Father has forgiven me.
Beautiful painting and story! is there a place we could find the digital version of this artwork to use in church lessons etc?
This video brought tears to my eyes however I find it very sad that the LDS church rejects the Trinity. It clearly says in the Bible that the Father, Son Holy Spirit are as one.
Matthew 28:19 “Go therefore and disciple all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”
I pray that Mormons would read ONLY the Bible and not the book of Mormons as well. It was written by an ordinary man by the name of Joseph Smith in the year 1830
Deut. 4:2.
“Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish ought from it, that ye may keep the commandments of the Lord your God which I command you.” Deut. 4:2.
May God bless each and everyone of you!❤️ 🙏✝️
Me? I'm just SOAKING all of this in...
Would love to know her name to support her art, where it's sold etc.
Heavenly Father, I have found this year's Christmas Programming Beautiful. You Tube Premium will keep me a Subscriber to You Tube TV as well. The Question I ask is why do we have to have the NBA on Christmas Day. Christmas and Easter are two of the Most Solemn Days of the Year.
Is there a print of her art piece? And if so how can I get a copy?
Why is everyone in these videos a muralist? I mean, that's really cool, and they're all really talented, but I've just noticed a pattern or a theme here. Very nice message, though ❤
@the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I am wanting to 3d print the Arizona gila valley temple and I can’t seem to find a email to contact you all about and I’m just wondering if anyone else can help me
Rebecca, where can we buy your illustration shown in this video?
Could the church release a video on how to bless the sacrament? I just became ordained as a priest, and I’m not 100% sure on the whole procedure.
That's not something I believe the church would do. But I do believe there is something in the Gospel Library app
Hi @KingRumbleJrYT, thanks for your request. While we don't currently have a video for that, you can find helpful resources on the Church's website or the Gospel Library app. To start, you could visit this link, which also includes links to the scriptures with the sacrament prayers: www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/priesthood-ordinances-and-blessings/sacrament?lang=eng. We hope that helps!
The Sacrament blessing is the easiest ans simplest ordinance we do, it's really just a prayer and word for word in front of you
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Why is the book of mormon even called the book of mormon can someone explain im very curious
@Soccerexgaming, thanks for your question. Mormon was a fourth-century prophet in the ancient Americas. He compiled a collection of histories written by various prophets and other writers and titled it "the Book of Mormon." You or others interested can learn more here: www.comeuntochrist.org/beliefs/book-of-mormon/who-wrote-the-book-of-mormon?cid=42001274
I want to convert to a Mormon but no one will help me and I’m stuck and confused because I don’t know how to convert and what I need to do, can anyone here help me? 💕
Hi @Filmedbynaniis, thanks for tuning in to the video and for sharing your thoughts and questions. We're glad you're here! We encourage you to visit comeuntochrist.org?cid=42001274 to learn more about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. You can learn more about our beliefs, request a free copy of the Book of Mormon and Bible, and also request a voice or video call from missionaries from the Church. Missionaries can help answer your questions, teach you more about Jesus Christ, and help you understand how to prepare for baptism to join the Church. To talk to missionaries, submit a request here: www.comeuntochrist.org/contact-us?cid=42001274
@@churchofjesuschrist thank you so much you guys really helped me 💕
Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. 16 By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles?
How do you know the book of Mormon is true?
How do you know that Joseph Smith was a prophet?
@CousinsForChrist, thanks for your comment. We invite you to learn more about the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ. The Book of Mormon is an ancient record translated by Joseph Smith that supports and clarifies the Bible. You can come to know the Book of Mormon, like the Bible, is the word of God by reading it and praying to know if it's true. If God answers that it is true, you will know that Joseph Smith was a prophet. You can request a free copy of the Book of Mormon here: www.comeuntochrist.org/beliefs/book-of-mormon?cid=42001274
@@churchofjesuschrist How do you know God would lead someone to know it is true?
Hi @CousinsForChrist, that's a great questions. In the scriptures, we learn that our loving Heavenly Father promises that when we turn to Him in prayer with honesty and sincerity, He will give us answers and guidance through the Holy Spirit. We know that through asking and seeking, you can receive answers to your questions. To learn more, we invite you to request a visit from missionaries, or chat with them online. They can add to the knowledge and belief you already have, help you find answers to your questions, and point you toward helpful resources. See the link below for more information: www.comeuntochrist.org/contact-us?cid=42001274
@@churchofjesuschrist If by scriptures you mean the book of mormon, how do you know the book of mormon is true?
@@churchofjesuschrist The reason I asked again is because that seems like a circular argument. If you say you know it is true because you prayed and the holy spirit told you that’s fine, but how do you know that the holy spirit would tell you? Then if you say you know because that’s what the book of mormon says that’s a circular argument.
The book of mormon is true because the holy spirit told you and you know the holy spirit can tell you because the book of mormon said and you know it’s true because the holy spirit told you and you know he can tell you because if the book of mormon and you know that’s true because of the holy spirit. Do you see what I’m saying.
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Mormons please consider that you are saved by Grace alone. By what Christ did on the Cross. Don't add to it.
Turn to the real Christ. Read your bibles and turn away from the deception of Mormonism.
Consider the Scripture:
For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God,
not of works, lest anyone should boast.
For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.
Ephesians 2:8-10
@nrtnrt6676, thanks for your comment and for giving us an opportunity to clarify our beliefs about grace. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe in the gift of grace. We have profound awe and gratitude for the eternal sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and we believe it is through the Savior's Atonement that salvation is brought to all who believe on His name. We walk the path of discipleship, obeying God and keeping His commandments, because of our love and gratitude for the Savior. To learn more about our beliefs on grace, visit www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/grace?lang=eng.
@@churchofjesuschrist Thats not the entire truth though is it?
Just wondering why does missionaries have to pay for their own missionary service trip? Honestly it seems like a scam
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