Tender Mercies

There are tough times in life, but in those moments God gives tender mercies that provide strength to continue on, affirming that He is aware of us as his children("...the tender mercies of the Lord are over all those whom he hath chosen, because of their faith, to make them mighty even unto the power of deliverance." 1 Nephi 2:20). 

Today, could have been a really tough day, but God blessed me with tender mercies that helped me carry on. As I arrived at work early to get some things done, the first thing I saw was this quote by President Hinckley saying, 

"It isn't as bad as you sometimes think it is. It all works out. Don't worry. I say that to myself every morning. It will all work out. If you do your best, it will all work out. Put your trust in God, and move forward with faith and confidence in the future. The Lord will not forsake us. He will not forsake us. If we will put our trust in Him, if we will pray to Him, if we will live worthy of His blessings, He will hear our prayers." 

Also, a friend posted a link to a talk from Elder Busche that helped. 

"Embrace this day with an enthusiastic welcome, no matter how it looks… When you are physically sick, tired, or in despair, steer your thoughts away from yourself and direct them in gratitude and love, toward God.  In your life there have to be challenges.  They will either bring you closer to God and therefore make you stronger, or they can destroy you. But you make the decision of which road you take.  Put all frustrations, hurt feelings, and grumblings into the perspective of your eternal hope.  Light will flow into your soul.  Be grateful for every opportunity to serve. As you are learning this lesson right now, God wants to give you something better."  Elder F. Enzio Busche

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snAjZ8mfoYw

Finally, I am grateful for my job and the opportunity that is mine to serve. I was able to find happiness in brightening the lives of others, by thinking about their needs before my own.