Reading A Yearning for Home – By President Dieter F. Uchtdorf in Voice Dream http://www.lds.org/general-conference/2017/10/a-yearning-for-home?lang=eng
A Yearning for Home – By President Dieter F. Uchtdorf Highlights
15%:
I can’t help but wonder, “Is it possible that human beings have a similar yearning—an inner guidance system, if you will—that draws them to their heavenly home?”
17.2%:
Deep within us is a longing to somehow reach past the veil and embrace Heavenly Parents we once knew and cherished.
18.7%:
But those who do not quench this light within themselves can embark on an incredible journey—a wondrous migration toward heavenly climes.
23.7%:
Yet, no matter your history—if you have faltered, failed, feel broken, bitter, betrayed, or beaten—know that you are not alone. God still calls to you.
25%:
The Savior extends His hand to you. And, as He did to those fishermen who stood long ago on the banks of the Sea of Galilee, with infinite love He speaks to you: “Come, follow me.”
31.8%:
Today, let me offer two reasons why we should turn to the Lord.
First, your life will be better.
Second, God will use you to make the lives of others better.
33.4%:
I testify that when we embark upon or continue the incredible journey that leads to God, our lives will be better.
42.8%:
The fires and tumults of mortal life may threaten and frighten, but those who incline their hearts to God will be encircled by His peace. Their joy will not be diminished. They will not be abandoned or forgotten.
46%:
Those who heed the inner call and seek God, those who pray, believe, and walk the path the Savior has prepared—even if they stumble along the path at times—receive the consoling assurance that “all things shall work together for [their] good.”
48.6%:
“For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again.”
49.8%:
Do you yearn to feel within your heart the peace that passes understanding?
Then turn your soul toward the light.
58.3%:
Blessings will come not so much because of your abilities but because of your choices. And the God of the universe will work within and through you, magnifying your humble efforts for His purposes.
79.7%:
No matter your position in your community or in the Church, God will use you, if you are willing. He will magnify your righteous desires and turn the compassionate actions you sow into a bountiful harvest of goodness.
87.8%:
Discipleship requires our willingness to swim upstream when needed.
88.8%:
The Savior will help you and prepare the way before you, but the commitment to follow Him and keep His commandments must come from you. That is your sole burden, your sole privilege.
96.4%:
The gospel is a transcendent message of hope, happiness, and joy. It is the pathway that leads us home.
97.3%:
As we embrace the gospel in faith and deed, each day and every hour, we will draw a little closer to our God. Our lives will be better, and the Lord will use us in remarkable ways to bless those around us and bring about His eternal purposes.
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