I LOVE this talk! Since it is Pioneer day this week i decided to post this one. Our pioneer ancestors went through so very much. we would do well to ponder on their faith and courage more often. when faced with difficult times what if they had turned back? their determination is above admirable and is most definitely worthy of emulation. our marriages and many other aspects of our lives would be better for it.
Besides, unless we are filled with resolve, what will we say to the heroes and heroines of Martin’s Cove and the Sweet water? That “we admire you, but we are reluctant to wade through our own rivers of chilling adversity”?
Brothers and sisters, by divine appointment, “these are [our] days” (Hel. 7:9), since “all things must come to pass in their time” (D&C 64:32). Moreover, though we live in a failing world, we have not been sent here to fail.
Regarding trials, including of our faith and patience, there are no exemptions—only variations (see Mosiah 23:21). These calisthenics are designed to increase our capacity for happiness and service.
no, this is not a marriage talk. but i feel like anything that strengthens my faith and my resolve is healthy for my marriage. when i think about hard times in my marriage and how we've come through them, i know we are happier after...and stronger too. have you experienced that? do you know what i mean?
well, happy reading!
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