1. Knowing
the scripture that a speaker is quoting—especially if it’s not a scripture
mastery scripture.
2. Finding
the answer to a prayer in a random scripture. Getting an answer to a prayer is
always a simple pleasure. Finding it somewhere unexpected is even more
touching.
3. Singing your
favorite hymn in sacrament—or any of the really inspiring hymns you love.
4. Hearing
your favorite hymn sung by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Just like singing your
favorite hymn in your local congregation, it’s also a joy to hear your favorite
songs performed by the Choir—especially if you catch it during the weekly
broadcast of “Music and the Spoken Word.”
5. Finding a
modest shirt, swimsuit or pair of shorts. Even if you live in Utah, there’s a
special thrill that comes with finding a modest piece of clothing you don’t
have to alter or wear a tank top under.
6. Getting a
letter or email from your missionary—especially for the missionary’s moms.
7. Listening
to your favorite General Conference speaker. Every conference talk is good, but
there’s always something special about your favorite speaker.
8. Hearing
your mission language in General Conference. With the recent changes to allow
foreign language at conference, it’s a thrill to hear your mission language
used to deliver an address.
9. Watching
General Conference in your pajamas. Seriously, there’s so much to love about
General Conference!
10. Finish
reading the Book of Mormon. Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, the
sense of accomplishment you get after finishing Moroni 10 cannot be beat!
11. Finding
hidden LDS connections in your favorite movies and games. Whether it’s
listening to the now infamous discussion on “Cheers” about Mormons and flowers
or finding a LEGO picture of Joseph Smith in a video game, finding LDS
connection in pop culture is always fun.
12. When a
non-member stands up for Mormons. We love to hear about times when those not of
our faith stick up for us Latter-day Saints.
13. Getting
a good deal at Deseret Book. Deseret Book has some quality LDS products, which
is why getting a good deal there is always something to celebrate.
14. Finding
out your favorite reality TV contestant is LDS. We knew we liked that person for
a reason.
15. Hearing
a really moving testimony. Doesn’t matter where—at Church, in a TV interview or
at family home evening (FHE)—it’s always wonderful.
16. Eating
after a long day of fasting—especially if you have been cooking dinner in the
crockpot all day.
17. Getting
daily LDS news in your email inbox. So excited to see what’s new in Mormondom!
18. Walking
around the temple grounds. You don’t even have to go inside to appreciate the
simple pleasure of walking around the temple.
19. Hearing
new Church announcements. We get a thrill every time we hear an exciting new
announcement from the Church.
20.
Contributing a good comment to a Sunday school lesson. It’s always uplifting to
know that you helped the teacher—and that you nailed it.
21.
Recognizing the hand of God in the min-miracles of your everyday life. Above
all, noticing the hand of God in our lives makes each and every small moment a
simple pleasure.
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