DISCOURAGEMENT – “Only encouragement comes from the Lord Jesus Christ!”  This is the one line from the blessing I was given by Elder John Longden, when he ordained me to the office of bishop in 1958, that stayed with me through the years.  

         President Dieter Uchdorf has taught, additionally, that no matter how negative certain chapters in our lives might be, because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, the final chapter can exceed all our expectations.  

         We are told, “Be still. and know that I am God.”  (D&C 110:16).  Knowing God and trusting Him is what will enable us to ‘be still’ through the troublesome times that everyone will experience.