Observations, Choices, and Decisions | Mark Ellis

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In today’s devotional, Mark Ellis draws a parallel between navigating a traditional voyaging canoe and navigating life, emphasizing the importance of observation, choice, and decision-making in our spiritual journey. He encourages spiritual observation, making choices with love and purpose, and regularly assessing where we are in our spiritual journey. By living with spiritual awareness and making decisions aligned with God's will, he assures that we can find peace and direction, ultimately drawing closer to our divine purpose.“Each covenant we make brings us closer to God and fortifies our journey... By keeping our covenants, we stay focused on Him and stay on course, no matter how rough the seas may get."Mark Ellis was born, raised, and currently lives with his family in Nuʻuanu, Oʻahu. He is a husband and father of four children and a graduate of BYU–Hawaii. Brother Ellis is a captain and student of navigation with the Polynesian Voyaging Society. He had the honor to sail on various voyages including the Mālama Honua Worldwide Voyage, a voyage to Papahānaumokuākea, and recently on the Moananuiākea Voyage which took him from Alaska to California. Brother Ellis is currently the Director of Voyaging Experiences at the Polynesian Cultural Center and a captain of the voyaging canoe Iosepa. He recently served as a bishop and currently serves as a stake high councilor in the Honolulu Hawaii West Stake.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support.Visit byuh.edu to learn more.

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