This post is based on a April 2000 General Conference talk that I loved, called "Finding a Safe Harbor by Elder Wirthlin." I would like to say that I really love watching/listening/reading many General Conference talks and there is nothing wrong about that. I am sure that you are the same.
This talk, Elder Wirthlin teaches of the peace that comes by turning to Jesus Christ during times of trial. I would like to share with you some highlights while I was reading the talk.
“Many today feel troubled and distressed; many feel that, at any moment, the ships of their lives could capsize or sink. Be assured that there is a safe harbor. You can find peace amidst the storms that threaten you. Your Heavenly Father who knows when even a sparrow falls knows of your heartache and suffering. He loves you and wants the best for you. Never doubt this.
While He allows all of us to make choices that may not always be for our own or even others’ well-being, and while He does not always intervene in the course of events, He has promised the faithful peace even in their trials and tribulations. Draw close to the Lord Jesus Christ. Be of good cheer. Keep the faith. Doubt not. The storms will one day be stilled.”
The prophet Alma tells us, “And he shall go forth, suffering pains and afflictions and temptations of every kind; and this that the word might be fulfilled which saith he will take upon him the pains and the sicknesses of his people.”
Jesus comforts us when He said, “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
If only we would look beyond our present suffering and see our struggles as a temporary chrysalis. If only we would have the faith and trust in our Heavenly Father to see how, after a little season, then we can emerge from our trials more refined and glorious.
Of course, your brothers and sisters in the Church are not to solve your problems for you. It has been my experience that when we do for others what they can and ought to do for themselves, we often weaken rather than strengthen them. But your brothers and sisters will be at your side to strengthen you, encourage you, and help you.
As you overcome adversity in your life, you will become stronger. Then you will be better able to help others those who are working, in their turn, to find a safe harbor from the storms that rage about them."
I encourage you to read the whole talk in your own time, here's the link below.
www.lds.org/general-conference/2000/04/finding-a-safe-harbor
This talk, Elder Wirthlin teaches of the peace that comes by turning to Jesus Christ during times of trial. I would like to share with you some highlights while I was reading the talk.
“Many today feel troubled and distressed; many feel that, at any moment, the ships of their lives could capsize or sink. Be assured that there is a safe harbor. You can find peace amidst the storms that threaten you. Your Heavenly Father who knows when even a sparrow falls knows of your heartache and suffering. He loves you and wants the best for you. Never doubt this.
While He allows all of us to make choices that may not always be for our own or even others’ well-being, and while He does not always intervene in the course of events, He has promised the faithful peace even in their trials and tribulations. Draw close to the Lord Jesus Christ. Be of good cheer. Keep the faith. Doubt not. The storms will one day be stilled.”
The prophet Alma tells us, “And he shall go forth, suffering pains and afflictions and temptations of every kind; and this that the word might be fulfilled which saith he will take upon him the pains and the sicknesses of his people.”
Of course, your brothers and sisters in the Church are not to solve your problems for you. It has been my experience that when we do for others what they can and ought to do for themselves, we often weaken rather than strengthen them. But your brothers and sisters will be at your side to strengthen you, encourage you, and help you.
As you overcome adversity in your life, you will become stronger. Then you will be better able to help others those who are working, in their turn, to find a safe harbor from the storms that rage about them."
I encourage you to read the whole talk in your own time, here's the link below.
www.lds.org/general-conference/2000/04/finding-a-safe-harbor
Stay Tuned until next time.
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