I can't adequately express how thankful I am for the word of God. His promises and love as recorded by prophets in the Bible, Book of Mormon and other books fill me with hope and strength. When I feel discouraged or depressed, a careful study of the scriptures quickly renews my soul and refreshes my perspective.
The most powerful answers I've received to prayer have been through the scriptures. On several occasions throughout life I remember feeling terribly and utterly alone. During these times I remember feeling like there was no one I could talk to, but I knew—at least intellectually—that my Father in Heaven would listen.
As I've studied the scriptures, I've been lead to verses which strengthen my faith and help me feel the love of my Savior; verses like these—
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. (Proverbs 3:5-6)
My son, peace be unto thy soul; thine adversity and thine afflictions shall be but a small moment; And then, if thou endure it well, God shall exalt thee on high; thou shalt triumph over all thy foes. (Doctrine and Covenants 121:7-8)
And if men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness. I give unto men weakness that they may be humble; and my grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them. (Ether 12:27)I'm so grateful for a Father in Heaven who hears and answers my prayers. I know He will hear and answer your prayers, too, and as with my experience, your answers may come through the scriptures.
MORE ONLINE
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The Power of Scripture, Elder Richard G. Scott
Fat-Free Feasting, Bonnie D. Parkin
The Blessing of Scripture, Elder D. Todd Christofferson
"Success in righteousness, the power to avoid deception and resist temptation, guidance in our daily lives, healing of the soul-these are but a few of the promises the Lord has given to those who come to His word. Does the Lord promise and not fulfill? Surely if He tells us that these things will come to us if we lay hold upon His word, then the blessings can be ours. And if we do not, then the blessings may be lost. However diligent we may be in other areas, certain blessings are to be found only in the scriptures, only in coming to the word of the Lord and holding fast o it as we make our way through the mists of darkness." -President Benson
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