Scales
The Lord uses a scale very different from the world’s to weigh the worth of a soul. – Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “You Matter to Him,” Ensign (CR) November 2011
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So Much Is Available to Us Today
Brothers and sisters, today more than in any other time, we have at our disposal exceptional opportunities and resources to deepen our understanding of the teachings of Jesus Christ and of His Atonement. Using these resources appropriately will help us live a fruitful life filled with joy. – José A. Teixeira, “Seeking the Lord,” Ensign (CR) […]
A Personal Witness Comes in Time
Jesus also taught us to apply the doctrine in our lives: “If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.” In time, a personal witness will come and we will know—and know that we know. We will then be independent […]
Start from Where You Are
Sometimes we feel discouraged because we are not “more” of something—more spiritual, respected, intelligent, healthy, rich, friendly, or capable. Naturally, there is nothing wrong with wanting to improve. God created us to grow and progress. But remember, our weaknesses can help us to be humble and turn us to Christ, who will “make weak things […]
His Job and Our Job
The Savior’s job is to heal. Our job is to love—to love and minister in such a way that others are drawn to Jesus Christ. This is one of the fruits of the powerful, virtuous cycle of the doctrine of Christ. – Dale G. Renlund, “The Powerful, Virtuous Cycle of the Doctrine of Christ,” Liahona (CR) […]
Life Can Be Magical
We are surrounded by innumerable blessings that we can easily take for granted if we are not mindful. Conversely, when nothing is expected and everything is appreciated, life becomes magical. President Nelson has said: “Each new morning is a gift from God. Even the air we breathe is a loving loan from Him. He preserves […]
Hard Things
The Savior faced hard things: “The world … shall judge him to be a thing of naught; wherefore they scourge him, and he suffereth it; and they smite him, and he suffereth it. Yea, they spit upon him, and he suffereth it, because of his loving kindness and his long-suffering towards the children of men.”14 […]
Becoming More Proficient in Receiving Revelation
As we attain a greater degree of proficiency at [receiving personal revelation], we can receive more power in our individual roles to minister and accomplish the work of salvation and exaltation—to truly “lay aside the things of this world, and seek for the things of a better.”17 We can then more effectively inspire our rising generation […]
Personal Worship
Worshipping God is such an essential element in the life of a disciple of Jesus Christ that if we fail to receive Him in our hearts, we will seek for Him in vain in our councils, churches, and temples. – Dean M. Davies, “The Blessings of Worship,” Ensign (CR) November 2016
A Universal Experience
Suffering is universal; how we react to suffering is individual. Suffering can take us one of two ways. It can be a strengthening and purifying experience combined with faith, or it can be a destructive force in our lives if we do not have the faith in the Lord’s atoning sacrifice. The purpose of suffering, […]