President Funk spoke last night on how we must never lose hope, and followed it up this morning with the thought that although many of us are called to bear extreme trials in our lives, there is cause to be optimistic.
We can take comfort in knowing that we have an all-loving and omniscient Father in Heaven and a perfect Savior who are ultimately in charge. Furthermore, we can find peace and optimism in doing three things.
First, know that light really does come after there is darkness. In the Book of Mormon, we learn that after the tempests, earthquakes, fires, whirlwinds and the three days of physical darkness that took place in the ancient Americas following Christ's crucifixion, those who survived the catastrophes did hear Christ's voice come to them. In our own lives, in our own upheavals and darknesses, we must remember that light will once again come to us if we but endure our trials.
Second, minister to others. After the people in the Americas heard Christ's voice come to them, Christ himself came down and ministered to them. If we expect more in blessings than we are giving in service, then we are not following the Savior's counsel. By serving others and following Christ's example, we will find great hope in our lives.
Finally, seek revelation. In Doctrine and Covenants 88:63, we are given the following commandment and promise: "Draw near unto me and I will draw near unto you; seek me diligently and ye shall find me; ask, and ye shall receive; knock, and it shall be opened unto you." If we will but pray for inspiration, it will be given to us.
By doing these three things, we really will find peace and great cause to rejoice, even in the midst of our struggles.
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