Through continued obedience, prayer and scripture study I have come to know that Heavenly Father supports me and carries me through my trials. I have come to know as I submit myself unto Him, that I am His daughter, that I have great potential, even greater than I can comprehend and understand at this time. I know that through constant hard work, determination, perseverance, and positive thinking, trials are manageable when we include our Father and Savior in our experiences.
The scriptures are true. The Book of Mormon and Bible work together to testify of God’s purpose. They give me strength and peace as I read them. The words bring peace and love into our home. If we do not read our scriptures as a family consistently, there is contention and unkindness. The spirit of revelation can flow through scripture reading.
I know the prophet today and leaders of our church speak God’s words and through following them we will be safe during this troubled time of existence on the earth. I know that we need not fear if we stay close to their council. I know all the prophets from the beginning of time talked with God and gave instruction to his children to help them in life. I also believe that the prophet Joseph Smith restored Christ’s church in these latter days.
I know this is Jesus Christ’s true church on the earth and it truly was restored, because I have asked God, and the Holy Ghost has born witness to me. The teachings, ordinances and simplicity of the gospel make me happy. As I continue to follow these teachings and truths, they guide me safely back home to my Heavenly Father and this earthy life is joyful, wonderful, peaceful, full of purpose and rewarding.
I know we are to be a tool in God’s hands. He knows the worries, fears, pain and sorrow His children experience One favorite verse in the hymn book is, “Who am I to judge another when I walk imperfectly? In the quiet heart is hidden, sorrow that I cannot see.” (Lord, I Would Follow Thee). I have experienced this myself…sorrow that only I comprehend. It helps me to love others around me knowing I might be able to do or say something to lift another’s burden. I know that the Lord places us on the earth to help each other return back to live together with him.
I know that balance is a key to life. There is time for all things, but not often and the same time. The Lord will guide us and help us balance our priorities if we put Him first in all we do. I have found if I put Him first, the important things always get accomplished, and the unimportant tasks seem to fall away from the priority, stress and importance I previously placed upon them
I know who I am and where I am going in life. Life has and will continue to get rocky and difficult, but I know if I align myself with my Savior and Heavenly Father through prayer, obedience, scripture study, patience, faith, confidence, humility and positive thoughts about myself and others, I will get through my trials, learn from them what I need to learn and prepare for eternal life with Heavenly Father.
This is a portion of my testimony.
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