We Will Prove Them Herewith

“The year 2020 has been marked, in part, by a global pandemic that has proved, examined, and tried us in many ways. I pray that we as individuals and families are learning the valuable lessons that only challenging experiences can teach us. I also hope that all of us will more fully acknowledge the “greatness of God” and the truth that “he shall consecrate [our] afflictions for [our] gain.”⁴”

“Two basic principles can guide and strengthen us as we face proving and trying circumstances in our lives, whatever they may be:

(1) the principle of preparation and (2) the principle of pressing forward with a steadfastness in Christ.”

We Will Prove Them Herewith

by Elder David A. Bednar

These are among of so many things that Elder David A. Bednar had spoken in his talk. It is indeed kind of strike my mind, and it continue to amaze me for what the Lord would want me to know. It had started from the first talk that I was trying to keep up with a study community group.

Started asked me to give a thought on my prayer, then console and comforted me with peace and be still in little trial that I faced. Continued with the assurance that He gave me through the difficulties or the path that I walk on, He able to do unimaginable things.

And, Elder Bednar said in this recent talk,

“Now is the time to prepare and prove ourselves willing and able to do all things whatsoever the Lord our God shall command us.”

From the moment that I decided and determined to start getting my physical goal done, I have started to look into other areas in my life that I need to improve, such as spiritually, socially, intellectually as per what the Children and Youth Program suggested for the children and youth in the Church.

“… One of the Lord’s primary patterns for growth and development. “Thus saith the Lord God: I will give unto the children of men line upon line, precept upon precept, here a little and there a little; and blessed are those who hearken unto my precepts, and lend an ear unto my counsel, for they shall learn wisdom; for unto him that receiveth I will give more.”¹¹

I slowly find some small little goals to achieve, such as Pray with Purpose, Get Moving, Get Cooking, and Reading General Conference talks. I can feel some positive changes on me that I am glad. It is to me is just get going and get doing on it! Sounds like the Nike’s slogan ‘Just Do It’!

“I invite each of us to “consider [our] ways”¹² and “examine [ourselves], whether [we] be in the faith; [and] prove [our] own selves.”¹³ What have we learned during these recent months of lifestyle adjustments and restrictions? What do we need to improve in our lives spiritually, physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually?”

I guess I need to face my trials with a cheerful heart and

“As disciples of the Savior, we are commanded to “prepare every needful thing; and establish a house, even a house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of faith, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God.”⁵

We also are promised that “if ye are prepared ye shall not fear.

“And that ye might escape the power of the enemy, and be gathered unto me a righteous people, without spot and blameless.”⁶

The most important message that I learned is that:

“The process of proving ourselves is a fundamental part of Heavenly Father’s great plan of happiness.”

Thus, take it positively every time and learn to embrace it with my own good. I am grateful for what I learned today.