A house of the Lord

Beautiful. This talk was simply beautiful. Given my the current prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, Thomas S. Monson,  about temples and the purpose thereof.

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front I had tears in my eyes during parts of this talk.

Temples are more than stone and mortar. They are filled with faith and fasting. They are built of trials and testimonies. They are sanctified by sacrifice and service.

Those who understand the eternal blessings which come from the temple know that no sacrifice is too great, no price too heavy, no struggle too difficult in order to receive those blessings. There are never too many miles to travel, too many obstacles to overcome, or too much discomfort to endure. They understand that the saving ordinances received in the temple that permit us to someday return to our Heavenly Father in an eternal family relationship and to be endowed with blessings and power from on high are worth every sacrifice and every effort.

Every effort.  I find this passage so inspiring. It makes me want to work so much harder. Take my efforts more seriously.

I love the promise he gives here. -The world can be a challenging and difficult place in which to live. We are often surrounded by that which would drag us down. As you and I go to the holy houses of God, as we remember the covenants we make within, we will be more able to bear every trial and to overcome each temptation. In this sacred sanctuary we will find peace; we will be renewed and fortified.