Conference Comfort

I was asked to speak at a stake conference. But I thought I wouldn’t have time to prepare since I had school assignments coming up.

While I was still deciding if I’d speak, there was a general conference. Elder Carl B. Cook taught, “Exercising faith in our Savior, Jesus Christ, helps us overcome discouragement no matter what obstacles we encounter.”

I remembered how the Lord had helped me fulfill my responsibilities in the past. When I connected my personal experience with Elder Cook’s testimony, I understood that I would be empowered to accomplish my stake conference talk without fear.

I testify that when I feel anxious or fearful, Christ will inspire me through the words of prophets and other Church leaders, the scriptures, and the people around me.

Eru M., age 17, Gunma Prefecture, Japan

Loves to play instruments and to look at old photos and videos to reminisce about memories.