“To succor means to ‘run to.’ I testify that in my fears and in my
infirmities the Savior has surely run to me. I will never be able to
thank Him enough for such personal kindness
and such loving care.”
~ Elder Jeffrey R. Holland
Why is it helpful to remember that the Savior knows what it’s like
to have your problems?
I know that this is a true fact that the Lord's runs to us. I have experienced it numerous times when I have been in a situation where one way or the other I have been faced in a situation that would lead me away from Christ and His gospel, but there is a moment that out of nowhere I have a profound sense of who I am "A daughter of Heavenly Father" and an escape to get out of the situation prevents itself when before it was not there. All we have to do is make the choice - open the door to allow the Savior in and He will come to our aid. In the scriptures we are told numerous of times how he is at the door. It is only through our choices that we open the door and let the Savor in. His arms are out stretched still for each one of us. Calling us home and wanting to embrace, love and protect us from the devils snares that are found in the world.
ReplyDeleteI have always loved the "outstretched arms" thought of Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ - it is so comforting. The way you describe the moment of escape being like those arms is very thought-provoking Elin!
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