Alma 26:27- Now when our hearts were depressed, and we were about to turn back, behold, the Lord comforted us, and said: Go amongst thy brethren, the Lamanites, and bear with patience thine afflictions, and I will give unto you success.
I believe that most of us have felt like Alma at one point or another, I know I have. Notice how they were about to turn back. They were going to give up! They were doing such a great work but they were getting frustrated because they couldn't see the good fruit of their labors. I'm sure they felt that the harder they tried, the more struggles they encountered. How often do we feel that in our own lives? The Lord is so merciful. He comforts them and tells them to "bear with patience thine afflictions", then He promises them success! This promise is extended towards us! The Lord will consecrate our efforts and afflictions for our eternal gain! What a blessing it is to know that the trials and tribulations that we face in this life our helping us progress. They may seem heavy and burdensome at times, but in those moments, as we seek the Lord, He will comfort our hearts. He will bring success to us as we patiently endure to the end!
When you are being weighed down with the burdens of the world, I challenge you to turn to Christ and let Him shoulder the burden. Keep pressing forward with patience, and I know He will consecrate your afflictions for your gain.
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