Status Updates From Broken Things to Mend

Dr. Holland covered proselytism. he said something profound: to guide others, we must first “convert ourselves.” if we want others to emulate the standard of christ as fully as the apostles did, we ourselves need to do so first and foremost. personally, I saw that standard in front of me; she was a light when I needed one. and there isn’t a single doubt in my mind that she is, and will be, for countless others.

Dr. Holland shared some life events of early eastbound pioneers who left Utah; he gave commentary on the stories of Elizabeth Claridge and Belle Smith. I don’t think I’ve ever heard a single account of early LDS pioneers that hasn’t left me amazed by their perseverance and faith.

she finds comfort in his words, and I find comfort in hers. his merit speaks for itself, but if his voice carries even the faintest echo of hers, i’d read this a thousand times over