It's so hard when sincere prayer about something you desire very much is not answered the way you want. It is difficult to understand why your exercise of deep and sincere faith from an obedient life does not grant the desired result. At times it is difficult to recognize what is best or expedient for you over time. Your life will be easier when you accept that what God does in your life is for your eternal good.
Richard G. ScottTry reading the Book of Mormon because you want to, not because you have to. Discover for yourself that it is true.
Richard G. ScottIf you, through poor judgment, were to cover your shoes with mud, would you leave them that way? Of course not. You would cleanse and restore them. Would you then gather the residue of mud and place it in an envelope to show others the mistake that you made? No. Neither should you continue to relive forgiven sin. Every time such thoughts come into your mind, turn your heart in gratitude to the Savior, who gave His life that we, through faith in Him and obedience to His teachings, can overcome transgression and conquer its depressing influence in our lives.
Richard G. ScottI see no conflict between science and religion. When you take truth in either one of these realms, science or religion, they match perfectly.
Richard G. ScottWhile there are many things you can do to help a loved one in need, there are some things that must be done by the Lord.
Richard G. Scott