Stands ever ready

"Some of the most heart-wrenching, discouraging events in our lives from which we long to be set free are actually designed to prepare us with the very skills and understanding God needs us to have. As we draw closer to the Lord and put our total trust in Him, in His power, and in His timing, we can leave our fires of affliction more pure, more refined, and with more skills and understanding." 

 Wendy W. Nelson

"Most of us experience some measure of what the scriptures call 'the furnace of affliction'. Some are submerged in service to a disadvantaged family member. Others suffer the death of a loved one or the loss or postponement of a righteous goal like marriage or childbearing. Still others struggle with personal impairments or with feelings of rejection, inadequacy, or depression. Through the justice and mercy of a loving Father in Heaven, the refinement and sanctification possible through such experiences can help us achieve what God desires us to become."

 Dallin H. Oaks

"At times some may think that no one cares-but someone always cares! Your Heavenly Father will not leave you to struggle alone but stands ever ready to help."

 Thomas S. Monson