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Sunday, May 20, 2012

Special Lessons (Rasband)


Special Lessons
Ronald A. Rasband
Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
April 2012 Conference

Highlights to me:
*Put simply, this life is training for eternal exaltation, and that process means tests and trials. It has always been so, and no one is spared.

*“And now it came to pass that the burdens which were laid upon Alma and his brethren were made light; yea, the Lord did strengthen them that they could bear up their burdens with ease, and they did submit cheerfully and with patience to all the will of the Lord." Mosiah 24:15

*Thus another special lesson learned: If you come upon a person who is drowning, would you ask if they need help—or would it be better to just jump in and save them from the deepening waters? The offer, while well meaning and often given, “Let me know if I can help” is really no help at all.

* “God bless all who endeavor to be their brother’s keeper, who give to ameliorate suffering, who strive with all that is good within them to make a better world. Have you noticed that such individuals have a brighter smile? Their footsteps are more certain. They have an aura about them of contentment and satisfaction … for one cannot participate in helping others without experiencing a rich blessing himself.” (President Monson)

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