Blessed with the Best.
I HAVE THE BEST DAD EVER. I hate to brag, but I really do. He puts up with me always calling him an old man, old fart, or any elderly joke. But he sticks around and will let me make fun of him. He's always been one to tell me how it is (even if I don't want to hear it like it is), make me laugh over his old man/stale jokes, tell me stories of when he was a youngling, show me his unshakeable testimony of the gospel, and honor his Priesthood.My Brudders.
My brothers on the other hand, are fantastic dads too. They always take time out to tease or play with their kids. They are always trying to help when their wives are busy or need help with the kids, they always are thinking of their wives and trying to do things to lift their burdens, and they do so much on top of that. And many of those attributes they carry from our dad. I love those crazy men. Plus Ben is going to be a great dad whenever our little girl decides to come.Another Father I Cannot Forget.
But there is another father I'd like to thank. And that is our Heavenly Father. It took me a while to realize that he was truly there. That he wants the best for me and wants me to talk to him in constant prayer. After long weeks and days, it's all I can do to kneel down and thank him and/or plead to him in prayer. He is my father too. One that put me on this earth to realize my potential, and the potential of others. One that gave me trials and tribulations. One that gave me the father I have to show me how grateful I am for the life I have. One that blessed us with the power of Priesthood.The Power Within.
The Priesthood is something I never want to take for granted. It's something that once I realized the power behind it all, it completed amazed me. And still does. The Priesthood power, when used worthily can heal the sick, bring the dead to live again, create worlds without end, make anxieties peace, and all that power within a man.
It's quite a large responsibility. However, I do firmly believe that worthy men should and do hold it in these latter days. It's not something that I am willing to argue or disagree over for power to hold it. I believe it was given to men. They have a lot of responsibility on their shoulders to carry such a power. And I admire them for that.
I've seen all 5 of my brothers receive the various Priesthood positions. It took me a while to realize the power behind each one, but once I did, I was so grateful to say that each of my brothers was worthy to hold it. And now I see some of my very best friends receiving that power and I feel so much excitement and appreciation for them. It isn't something to take lightly.
The power within that the Priesthood is, makes me feel very safe in todays world. It makes me feel peace, happiness, and knowledge that there was a plan created for all of us. And no matter the task, if I have the blessings I receive from those actively using their Priesthood, I have no need to worry. So thank you. If you hold the Priesthood worthily now, or are working towards it, THANK YOU.
And Now Back to Fathers.
Fathers: We cannot thank you enough for all you do. For working hard. For doing your best. For always being there. For doing things that would make us proud. For listening to us when we think you aren't. For showing us there are strong men in this world. For all of it. We truly do appreciate the men you are. WE LOVE YOU.
~Mostly Marissa~
Now watch this video. It is so true and is good for the soul. I love my Earthly Father, and Heavenly Father. So much.
And now for some Father's quotes.
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