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Dec 18, 2025
In this festive discussion, a heartfelt story from American Samoa unfolds, highlighting a family's struggle after their Christmas gifts were stolen. Discover how this led to a new tradition of sleeping around the tree for protection. Insights on safeguarding covenant relationships like precious gifts offer a fresh perspective on meaningful relationships. The hosts emphasize finding joy in the Savior's love, turning hardships into cherished family traditions that enrich their holiday spirit.
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Stolen Gifts Become A New Tradition
- John shares Gabe Reed's family story about stolen Christmas presents in American Samoa.
- The family then slept around the tree every year to protect gifts and created a lasting tradition.
Guarding Gifts Mirrors Guarding Covenants
- Gabe Reed linked guarding gifts to guarding covenant relationships with Heavenly Father.
- Prioritizing covenants helps decisions about school, dating, careers, and missions fall into place.
Use Covenants To Guide Decisions
- When uncertain, let your baptismal and temple covenants guide major life decisions.
- Ask what your covenants say to do and remember the blessings God has promised you.