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A New Beginning

A couple of months ago I was preparing a Relief Society lesson on developing talents. As part of my preparation, I went to the Personal Progress manual, which was recently revised and updated, to see what it said about my lesson topic. It spoke of "reaching your divine potential," which is the greatest desire of my heart. But, alas, I never completed my Personal Progress. I was always active in church and in the Young Women program, but I never caught the vision as a teen of the blessing and benefit of Personal Progress. I had other things to do and focused on those things instead.
Fast forward a few (okay, many) years, and now I wish I had put forth the effort to complete it. But more than that, I want the spiritual benefit of Personal Progress NOW, at this point in my life. I want to enjoy the structure of the program as I set and pursue goals. I want to learn more about my divine purpose and potential. I want to strengthen my testimony of Jesus Christ. And so, without promise of jewelry, and without a young woman of my own to keep on track, I'm completing what I started so long ago.
Every year in January the Young Women attend a "New Beginnings" night. This is my new beginning. This is my opportunity to think deeply and develop my testimony and enjoy the experiences that will make me a better woman, wife, and mother. This is a chance to jump-start my spirituality, and to share the blessing of my growth and testimony. And I'm really excited for this journey.
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  1. CarylJuly 10, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Applause! I earned my Young Womens medallion when I was 17, but I miss the structure and guidance of the program. It has also changed a few times since the shiny-white-book I used a couple decades ago! Your paragraph is what I would say too...so ditto!

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  2. BigInJapanJuly 10, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Your effort is an inspiration. A testimony to the phrase "It's never too late." Have a great journey.

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