I Lived in Heaven

Recently I have taken up piano again. I am determined to learn the children's song book and the hymn book.

I am starting at the beginning and learning them one by one. Well.... That's the plan. I got bored just playing one song so I am now working on four at a time. Two from the children's songbook and two from the hymn book. I will only move onto the next song once I can play with both hands. This is going to take a while but once I get back into practising I'm sure I will learn them much better.

I am currently working on the song "I Lived in Heaven." The words go as follows

1. I lived in heaven a long time ago, it is true; Lived there and loved there with people I know. So did you. Then Heavenly Father presented a beautiful plan, All about earth and eternal salvation for man.

2. Father said he needed someone who had enough love To give his life so we all could return there above. There was another who sought for the honour divine.Jesus said, “Father, send me, and the glory be thine.”

3. Jesus was chosen, and as the Messiah he came, Conquering evil and death through his glorious name, Giving us hope of a wonderful life yet to be— Home in that heaven where Father is waiting for me. (Children’s Songbook of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4. I Lived in Heaven)

I have know this song for most of my life. Recently I have been thinking more and more about the saviour and everything he has done for me. I don't always make the right choices but I know that he always has my back.

Sometimes I wish that we didn't have to face struggles and trials but that the puzzle pieces of life would fit just right. I know that can't be the way it is. We must learn from our mistakes. The hardest part for me is watching those I love struggle with challenges that I can't just take away or even help them overcome.

I am very grateful for Christ picking me up instead of stopping me from making needed mistakes. Now if only I could be more like him. I guess I just have to be patient and be there for my loved ones when they are ready or just need a hug.