Where Can I Turn For Peace?

This month has been a challenge for me. This semester has been tough and I have felt very inadequate in all aspects of my life. Lately, my scripture study has been focused on the atonement of Jesus Christ. This has brought great peace into my life as I have found greater strength to put faith in my savior. A scripture that stands out to me is Alma 7:12. It states: “And he will take upon him death, that he may loose the bands of death which bind his people; and he will take upon him their infirmities, that his bowels may be filled with mercy, according to the flesh, that he may know according to the flesh how to succor his people according to their infirmities.” I am so grateful that Jesus Christ chose to suffer for my weakness and infirmities, so he could know how to succor me when I struggle. To me, this is the greatest evidence of Christ’s love for me. He didn’t have to suffer those things, but because He did, He knows how to help me in my very personal and specific circumstances of life. When I feel that nobody knows how I feel, I know Christ understands. This knowledge brings indescribable peace and happiness to my life. I challenge you to turn to Christ in your struggles and I testify that He will carry you because He knows exactly what you are enduring.