“Many of the trials and hardships we encounter in life are severe
and appear to have lasting consequences. Each of us will experience some of
these during the vicissitudes of life. Many…are experiencing situations of a
most serious nature at this very moment.
…One of the essential doctrines illuminated by the Restoration is that there
must be opposition in all things for righteousness to be brought to pass. 2 This life is not always easy, nor was it meant to be; it is a
time of testing and proving.
…We know from the scriptures that some trials are for our good
and are suited for our own personal development.( See D&C 122:7.)”
Quentin L. Cook, “Hope Ya Know, We Had A Hard Time”, October
2008 General Conference
