Elder Holland's words

Because of Your Faith (October 2010)

Key Principles and Doctrines:

Faith of members of the church

Spreading of the gospel

Thanking those we love

Pure Love of Christ

Service to Others

Favorite Quotes:

I have struggled to find an adequate way to tell you how loved of God you are and how grateful we on this stand are for you. I am trying to be voice for the very angels of heaven in thanking you for every good thing you have ever done, for every kind word you have ever said, for every sacrifice you have ever made in extending to someone—to anyone—the beauty and blessings of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

My thanks to all you wonderful members of the Church—and legions of good people not of our faith—for proving every day of your life that the pure love of Christ “never faileth.” No one of you is insignificant, in part because you make the gospel of Jesus Christ what it is—a living reminder of His grace and mercy, a private but powerful manifestation in small villages and large cities of the good He did and the life He gave bringing peace and salvation to other people. We are honored beyond expression to be counted one with you in such a sacred cause.  

Why It Matters: 

This talk was special to me because it is recognizing our faith as members of this church. We do a lot to build up God's kingdom and I feel that we can all improve. Jesus Christ is the center of our church and we need to show service to others and demonstrate the love that he would. Because of our faith, we can go far in our lives and reach our God-given potential.