“Early in the Book of Mormon, an angel asks Nephi a tough question, 'Knowest thou the condescension of God?' Nephi answers, 'I know that he loveth his children; nevertheless, I do not know the meaning of all things' (1 Nephi 11:16–17). Nephi’s answer is a perfect statement for us to remember in times of trial. We don’t know the meaning of all things. We don’t have all the answers to explain all the tragedies in the world and in our own neighborhoods. However, we know, we are sure, that God loves his children.”
We battle evil every day. It exists, but so does light and goodness and love.
And hope.
May we have courage to keep the faith and be fiercely vigilant in protecting and loving God’s precious children.
Carmen Rasmusen Herbert is a former "American Idol" contestant who writes about entertainment, faith and family for the Deseret News.
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