Turn to the Lord

By Bishop W. Christopher Waddell

Second Counselor in the Presiding Bishopric

We cannot control all that happens to us, 

but we have absolute control over how we respond to the changes in our lives.

Elder Richard G. Scott taught this eternal truth:

 “True enduring happiness with the accompanying strength, courage, and capacity to overcome the most challenging difficulties comes from a life centered in Jesus Christ. … There is no guarantee of overnight results, but there is absolute assurance that, in the Lord’s time, solutions will come, peace will prevail, and emptiness will be filled.”

Elder Dallin H. Oaks has taught: “Healing blessings come in many ways, each suited to our individual needs, as known to Him who loves us best. Sometimes a ‘healing’ cures our illness or lifts our burden. But sometimes we are ‘healed’ by being given strength or understanding or patience to bear the burdens placed upon us.”