Alma talks of faith as a seed. As this seed is planted, it begins to grow. When I joined the church, I tested my faith just as in Alma 32 and found that my understanding grew. I have also been through many trials in my life, and they have tested my faith. Ether 12:6 is one of my favorite scriptures and has helped me through tough times.
Elder Kevin W. Pearson taught, “Desire is a particle of faith that develops within us as we experience divine truth. It is like spiritual photosynthesis. The influence of the Holy Ghost, acting on the Light of Christ within every human being, produces the spiritual equivalent of a chemical reaction—a stirring, a change of heart, or a desire to know. Hope develops as particles of faith become molecules and as simple efforts to live true principles occur. (Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, April 2009 General Conference)
Today in Relief Society, we talked about Faith. After breaking into groups, my group discussed 1 Nephi 13-17 when Nephi is asked to build a ship. The question was asked “What was the reward for obedience? And how does that apply to us and missionary work?” My response was that in verse 13, Nephi is told by the Lord, “And I will also be your light in the wilderness; and I will prepare the way before you, if it so be that ye shall keep my commandments; wherefore, inasmuch as ye shall keep my commandments ye shall be led towards the promised land; and ye shall know that it is by me that ye are led.” This can apply to us because as we are obedient and faithful, we too gain a testimony.
Elder Kevin W. Pearson also taught, “As patterns of obedience develop, the specific blessings associated with obedience are realized and belief emerges. Desire, hope, and belief are forms of faith, but faith as a principle of power comes from a consistent pattern of obedient behavior and attitudes. Personal righteousness is a choice. Faith is a gift from God, and one possessed of it can receive enormous spiritual power.” (Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, April 2009 General Conference)
Elder Kevin W. Pearson taught, “Desire is a particle of faith that develops within us as we experience divine truth. It is like spiritual photosynthesis. The influence of the Holy Ghost, acting on the Light of Christ within every human being, produces the spiritual equivalent of a chemical reaction—a stirring, a change of heart, or a desire to know. Hope develops as particles of faith become molecules and as simple efforts to live true principles occur. (Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, April 2009 General Conference)
Today in Relief Society, we talked about Faith. After breaking into groups, my group discussed 1 Nephi 13-17 when Nephi is asked to build a ship. The question was asked “What was the reward for obedience? And how does that apply to us and missionary work?” My response was that in verse 13, Nephi is told by the Lord, “And I will also be your light in the wilderness; and I will prepare the way before you, if it so be that ye shall keep my commandments; wherefore, inasmuch as ye shall keep my commandments ye shall be led towards the promised land; and ye shall know that it is by me that ye are led.” This can apply to us because as we are obedient and faithful, we too gain a testimony.
Elder Kevin W. Pearson also taught, “As patterns of obedience develop, the specific blessings associated with obedience are realized and belief emerges. Desire, hope, and belief are forms of faith, but faith as a principle of power comes from a consistent pattern of obedient behavior and attitudes. Personal righteousness is a choice. Faith is a gift from God, and one possessed of it can receive enormous spiritual power.” (Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, April 2009 General Conference)
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