But the biggest thing that happened was an answer to my prayers. Monday night after my scripture reading I was in tears in prayer to feel better. I didn't like where I was at and I felt completely alone. I was frustrated and scared, and as I asked for comfort and help, I literally felt arms wrapping around me and I felt such an amazing love that I can't even describe it. After that I opened my scriptures again before I put them away for the night and I opened to D&C 24 and found the scripture I needed more than anything in the world-
D&C 24:8
Be patient in afflictions, for thou shalt have many; but endure them, for, lo, I am with thee, even unto the end of thy days.
Heavenly Father knew exactly what I needed that night and truly helped to strengthen my testimony. I know that Heavenly Father hears and answers every prayer. Maybe not in the way we would like, or in the timeline we would like...but I know He does. I also know that as much as all this depression and anxiety and stuff really sucks and as much as I want to give up sometimes, I know there is a much larger plan for us and that for whatever reason it's just something we have to through. I love this church and I love Heavenly Father and I love all my friends and the entire branch that I consider my family
3 comments:
I'm sorry you've been having such a bummer of a week, my friend. I'm glad heavenly father knows exactly when his children are suffering more then they can bear, since that means that someone will always be there for you!
Rose - You are such an example to me of what it means to be a humble follower of Christ. Thanks for sharing your testimony about the power of prayer and how our Heavenly Father answers them. I love you and know He does too!
Thank you for sharing this experience. It is good to know we are not alone!!
Loves
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