Hero Week Day 4: Joseph Smith

Not to be confused with the Prophet of the Restoration, who I have great love and admiration for, my Stake President is also named Joseph Smith. Being the Stake Technology Specialist has given me many experiences to see the most humble and yet powerful man. Each time we talk, he smiles and listens attentively as if I had something critical or crucial to say. In September we had Stake Conference, so we had several opportunities to hear him speak over the weekend. There are many attributes of a great speaker that you learn to appreciate when you go from great teachers to what I call 'teachers in training' (like me). He teaches by the Spirit, he loves the people he speaks to, and there is such a strong desire to serve the Lord. He makes you want to do what the Lord has revealed to you through him, through humble yet direct messages.

I am always amazed how people can be so selfless in what they do as well as who they are. Everyone can do acts of kindness when it doesn't impact their life too much. It takes a great man to always remain humble and live by faith. In a world growing more selfish and prideful, it's great to have examples, solid foundations to look to.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.