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Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been fathered by God, and everyone who loves the Father also loves the child fathered by him. By this we know that we love the children of God: whenever we love God and keep his commandments. For this is the love of God: that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome, because everyone who is fathered by God conquers the world.
~ 1 John 5:1-4, LEB ~
Being a man of faith, especially from the perspective of a Latter-day Saint Christian, is fundamentally about embracing the first principle of the Gospel - faith. This entails a deep, abiding trust in our Heavenly Father and in Jesus Christ, recognizing their divine roles and the profound impact they have on our lives.
When we talk about faith, it isn't just about belief in who our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are; it's also about trusting in the blessings they promise us. These blessings are not always immediately visible or easily understood due to our limited human perspective. However, embracing faith means accepting that these blessings will come, in ways that often transcend our understanding.
The journey of faith is not about leaning on our own limited resources or seeking success by means that contravene divine laws. Such paths often lead to dissatisfaction and despair, not just for us but also for our loved ones. Instead, true faith involves a surrender to God’s will, trusting that He knows better than we do what is right for us.
As we place our lives and eternal destiny in God's hands, there is a profound peace that comes from knowing our future is secure. This security isn’t just for the present moment but spans into eternity. This trust helps us grow towards spiritual perfection, continually shaping us to be more like our Savior, Jesus Christ.
In essence, being a man of faith means seeing beyond the immediate and the visible, trusting that our devoted Heavenly Father is in control, guiding us toward blessings and growth that we can scarcely comprehend. With faith, we don't just anticipate a better future; we create a present filled with spiritual richness and divine assurance.
