Confess His Hand in All Things
In the most recent general conference , Elder Steven C. Barlow described this gospel paradox about seeking to feel God’s love: “Like the prodigal son’s elder brother, our focus is often centered on ourselves. We are so consumed with seeking evidence of God’s love for us, and we become frustrated when we do not see it. But the beautiful paradox is that the more we are focused on showing our love for God, the more easily we recognize His love for us. Perhaps this is why the Savior responded to the question ‘Which is the great commandment?’ with this simple and important invitation: ‘Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.’” This idea that the best way to receive God’s love is to show love to Him reminds me of these words of the Savior, “He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal” (John 12:25). If we focus only on loving our own life and finding happiness for ou...