Illuminating Your Place in God’s Masterpiece | Tonya H. Fischio | July 2024
Jul 16, 2024
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Tonya H. Fischio, assistant dean of communications for the College of Life Sciences, discusses integrating faith and scholarship, embracing divine identity, and recognizing divine guidance. Stories illustrate the impact of reflecting the light of Christ in academic pursuits and professional contexts at BYU.
Reflecting the light of Christ guides us to our place in God's masterpiece.
Integrating faith and secular studies leads to innovative solutions and personal growth at BYU.
Deep dives
Embracing Divine Identity and Becoming
Reflecting on the light of Christ and embracing one's journey of becoming at BYU is highlighted. The unique stained glass windows of temples symbolize God's creations and the partnership of artists with God in creating magnificence through light. The significance of integrating secular studies with spiritual learning is emphasized in illuminating work with the light of Christ, as exemplified by students like Jared Steele.
Unique Personal Journeys and Paths of Service
Individuals like Jared Steele and Tucker Bateman exemplify unique paths of service and growth at BYU. Jared's integration of faith and science resulted in innovative solutions benefiting many, reflecting the importance of following spiritual promptings. Tucker's shift from medical aspirations to addressing food insecurity through microbiology showcases the impact of embracing divine identity and responding to spiritual direction.
Embracing Faith, Covenants, and Discipleship
Encouragement to embrace divine identity as children of God, disciples of Christ, and individuals with covenants is underscored. The transformative power of covenants, personal revelation, and faith integration in academia is exemplified by projects like the Strong Youth Project. Recognizing the continual need for growth, repentance, and reliance on the Savior's Atonement is highlighted as essential elements of the journey of becoming at BYU.
Just as stained glass reflects light, we can reflect the light of Christ, which can illuminate where we need to be in God's masterpiece. Tonya H. Fischio, assistant dean of communications for the College of Life Sciences, delivered this devotional address on July 16, 2024. You can access the talk here.