We all face challenges. No matter who we are, where we live, or how much money we have. All of our challenges are different; no two people go through the same thing. Often we ask, why me? Or how come this doesn’t happen to anyone else? Or why doesn’t anyone else understand? The world around us often tells us that money or fame will make us feel better. We will have more friends if we live in the fancy neighborhood or drive the new, shiny car. This is untrue. Being successful in the world’s eye may bring satisfaction, but it will not solve our problems or comfort us when we are feeling down.
This past week, I was reading from the first book in the Book of Mormon, and I came across a passage taken from the book of Isaiah. One verse that stuck out to me was, “Sing, O heavens; and be joyful, O earth; for the feet of those who are in the east shall be established; and break forth into singing, O mountains; for they shall be smitten no more; for the Lord hath comforted his people, and will have mercy upon his afflicted.” (I Nephi 21: 13 or Isaiah 49:13) In this verse Isaiah beautifully calls people to be happy and joyful. He says our feet shall be established, and the mountains shall be smitten no more. This is a great promise of peace. The Lord will comfort his people and have mercy on those who have suffered. At times when we are feeling sad, alone, depressed, or hopeless I believe this is a wonderful scripture to read and find solace.
Jesus Christs loves us and will never forsake us, if only we trust in Him.
The following verse is comforting as well. It reads, “For can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? Yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee, O house of Israel. Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands; thy walls are continually before me.” (1 Nephi 21:15-16 or Isaiah 49:15-16) The closest relationship on earth is between a mother and her child, and here Christ says that a mother would forsake her newborn baby before He would forget us.I know this to be true. I know that Jesus Christ loves me, and that He has done everything for me, so that I can return to live with Him again someday. I know that our Heavenly Father has a plan for me, and even if it involves struggles and hardships, He is always aware of my situation. Not only is He aware of my situation, but He is on the other side cheering for me, and helping me in whatever way He can. This is true for everyone; we are all beloved sons and daughters of God. If we put our trust Him, and strive to be the best that we can be, we will find happiness. Not just happiness in this life, but also in the life to come.
This article was written by JeriAnn W., a student at Brigham Young University, and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Additional Resources:
The Lord Jesus Christ in Mormonism
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