CES Fireside, Elder Holland Sept. 2008
Bro. Bott (missionary prep teacher) told us we all better find a "pick-me-up" scripture every single day. This is my "pick-me-up" from Elder Holland. It hangs above my bed along with the lyrics to the closing song. Holy smokes, I love that song. It's by Rob Gardner called, "My Kindness Shall Not Depart from Thee." Anyway, my favorite quote:
"The Father and the Son will never forget or forsake you in your suffering. They've planned, prepared, and guaranteed your victory if you desire it. So be believing, and endure it well. In the end it shall be for thy good, and you will see everlasting dominion flow unto you without compulsory means."
The prepared plan was for Christ to come and fulfil the Atonement, which He did. I love that there is nothing anyone can do to take away that paramount event, that Christ died for all of us. If we choose it, our victory is guaranteed.
