-The lively hope we are given by the Resurrection is our conviction that death is not the conclusion of our identity but merely a necessary step in the destined transition from mortality to immortality. This hope changes the whole perspective of mortal life. The assurance of Resurrection gives us the strength and perspective to endure the mortal challenges faced by each of us and by those we love. Such things as the physical, mental, or emotional deficiencies we bring with us at birth or acquire during mortal life. Because of the Resurrection, we know that these mortal deficiencies are only temporary.

The assurance of Resurrection also gives us a powerful incentive to keep the commandments of God during our mortal lives. Moreover, unless our mortal sins have been cleansed then blotted out by repentance and forgiveness, we will be resurrected with a bright recollection and a perfect knowledge of all of our guilt and our uncleanness. The seriousness of that reality is emphasized by the many scriptures suggesting that the Resurrection is followed immediately by the Final Judgment. Truly, this life is the time for men to prepare to meet / Our sure knowledge of a Resurrection to immortality also gives us the courage to face our own death, even a death that we might call premature. The assurance of immortality also helps us bear the mortal separations involved in the death of our loved ones. We should all praise God for the assured Resurrection that makes our mortal separations temporary and gives us the hope and strength to carry on.