We Can All Be Examples of Greatness

As I have learned about the original RS sisters, and their spirits, I have pondered what we, as 21st century sisters, could do better. This is what I came up with:
• Be a powerful example for good
• Know the gospel better; understand and work with the Priesthood more
• Stand as a witness; speak out when appropriate
• Challenge ourselves and our families to overcome weaknesses, and follow through
• Do all these things without looking self righteous
• Do not judge, but motivate for good

Sergeant Jill Stevens
Sergeant Jill Stevens

Jill Stevens, Miss Utah
Jill Stevens, Miss Utah

Do you remember Miss Utah 2007? Jill Stevens. She is a beautiful young LDS woman who is a Sergeant in Utah’s Army National Guard, and served as a medic in Afghanistan. When she competed in the Miss Utah and Miss America pageants, she made a point to be modest. She was the only one in a one-piece swimming suit. Her evening gowns had sleeves and were modest. My favorite moment was when she “dropped and did 20” in her evening gown. Pure AND class, Pure Class. What an example of greatness! Thank you, Jill, for standing for something.

Unfortunately, she didn’t win the Miss America pageant, but she accomplished her goal of being delightful, and worth noticing, when she was named “America’s Choice” on that program.

We can all be examples of greatness wherever we are and whatever we are doing. I challenge each of you to look around and find where you can stand strong and immovable.