The Apostle John; Nephi, from the Book of Mormon; and Château d'Angers in France

One of the many fascinating things Eliza has been able to share while being on her mission in France is this tapestry of the apostle John's revelation. It is in a castle and museum of the first area she served - Château d'Angers. Eliza shared that the tapestry was commissioned by one of the old kings, is well over 300 feet long, and depicts the entirety of the Book of Revelation. Isn't this massively impressive? Someday, I hope to go to France and see this for myself. I have since learned the tapestry is called the Apocalypse Tapestry.

From the Book of Revelation (last book in the Bible), the apostle John has a vision of Jesus Christ, the end of times, and more. His vision - wow!

Do you know who else had a vision and learned from an angel? 

Nephi, from the Book of Mormon. Nephi is shown the interpretation of the Tree of Life, also a vision of Jesus Christ, and so much more – including seeing the apostle John! 

In my previous readings of the Book of Mormon, I don't recall noticing him seeing John. But I easily saw the connection this time! Nephi's vision is about 600+ years BEFORE Jesus Christ AND before John even comes on the scene. Amazing! (See 1 Nephi 14:25 and 27)

I think the bridging of the Bible to the Book of Mormon is remarkable. As are both visions shown to God's chosen servants - Nephi and John. These men, who lived so long ago, as well as so many other prophets and apostles record important truths. Yes, even God's word. Their writings are for us today as well as in the final days to come. Helpful, inspiried words. Things God wants us to know. 

This was all a cool discovery for me! I am grateful for the spirit teaching me and opening my mind to understand and see these connections. Personal revelation at work! Eliza’s share is wonderful, too.

I’m adding my witness that the Holy Ghost is the teacher and testifier of truth. The Book of Mormon IS God's word, and it is the real deal, Joseph Smith could not make this stuff up. The Bible and the Book of Mormon work hand in hand to teach and testify about Jesus Christ. He is also real. Someday, He will return. Oh, how glorious that will be. Come, Jesus come.

The Museum of Clean

Have you been here? To the Museum of Clean?  

It's a unique museum dedicated to clean. 

​The museum ​is impressive, ​with a massive collection of brooms, vacuums, window washing tools, and so much more​. The museum can be reflective​ and memorable. Which was my experience as I saw items I remember having in my own home growing up.

 

  

 

Don Aslett, pro-cleaner, the real Mr. Clean, has an incredible museum of all things clean in Pocatello, Idaho. Lance and I visited the museum February 2020, just before the COVID shut down.

The museum advertises "leave inspired", and I did. 

One of the things that really impressed me about the Museum of Clean was not only the value of keeping things clean around us and the many tools available to do so, but I left feeling a renewed importance of keeping my spirit and soul clean. 

A few months following my Museum of Clean experience, and when​ you and I and the rest of the world were more vigilant in keeping our hands clean, sanitizing countertops and work spaces (remember that? Covid-19?), the thought of "clean" connected better in my mind. Such words as "clean, cleanse, unclean, filthy, sanctify, spotless, wash..." seemed to jump out to me while reading the scriptures and ​studying General Conference talks. So much so that I felt nudged to begin marking these words with a light blue box around them. (​The light blue color best represent​s clean, clear water; purity.) 

The result has been revelatory! It's been amazing for me to notice and better understand how important "clean" is to God. Such as in ​last week's Come, Follow Me reading from 2 Nephi 9. ​Like words even showed up in this week's Book of Mormon reading too. I'm noticing these words are everywhere and words are powerful. 

Because of God’s great plan and the Atonement of Jesus Christ - Jesus Christ's mercy and amazing grace - we can be cleansed by the process of repentance. We humbly get to come unto Jesus Christ and give Him our uncleanness and filth, if we choose. He will help us as we desire to make ourselves clean and will purify us. His gift of repentance is amazing! Jesus is a master cleaner and purifier! "I cherish the gift of repentance and seek to improve each day." 🩷💕  (please see note below with additional quote)

The ultimate mission and vision of the Museum of Clean is to sell the idea and value of clean, to put clean into the minds of all who visit. Indeed it did for me. 

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Pro tip, if you go to the museum on a Monday, it is NOT open. A few of my family members will completely understand.   😜

Speaking of clean, check out @sarah_cleans, my niece's new IG account, for cleaning tips. 

#museumofclean
#donaslett
#cleanhandspureheart
​#repentance

🩷💕 I found this quote after the fact. It spoke to my heart. Because it connects so well with what is in my mind and heart, the rejoicing I feel because of Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ - their plan and mercy. While rejoicing, I also want to record this so I remember.

"The gift of repentance is an expression of God’s kindness toward His children, and it is a demonstration of His incomparable power to help us overcome the sins we commit. It is also an evidence of the patience and long-suffering our loving Father has for our mortal weakness and frailties. President Russell M. Nelson, our beloved prophet, referred to this gift as “the key to happiness and peace of mind.”

My dear friends, I testify to you that as we genuinely repent of our sins, we allow the atoning sacrifice of Christ to become wholly effective in our life. We will become free from the bondage of sin, find joy in our earthly journey, and become eligible to receive eternal salvation, which was prepared from the foundation of the world for all who believe in Jesus Christ and come unto Him."  "Jesus Christ: The Caregiver of Our Soul", by Elder Ulisses Soares,

I feel the "clean" in Elder Soares words and it sounds refreshing and good. Years ago, I experienced this clean feeling walking out of a bishop's office. This "happiness and peace of mind" I experienced and it felt amazing! As I use the gift of repentance daily and seek to improve, it is a good feeling. What a gift!