Optimism--An Expression of Faith

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https://www.lds.org/new-era/2018/02/how-you-talk-to-yourself-matters?lang=eng

I love this article. It teaches us a powerful lesson about the effect our attitudes have on our ability to accomplish worthwhile goals life and in eternity.

For me optimism (having a positive attitude) is an expression of our faith in Jesus Christ. It is the attitude of Ammon, who said “In [God’s] strength I can do all things” (Alma 26:12), and of the Apostle Paul, who said “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me” (Philippians 4:13).

Armed with faith in Jesus Christ we can lay claim to an abiding faith in ourselves.  As we do our best and call upon Him for strength, through prayer, we can accomplish any worthy goal we set our hearts to.

I know this is true as I know that Jesus is the Christ, the Living Son of the Living God, the Savior and Redeemer of the World.

As you seek peace in your daily life, I commend to you reading daily in the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ. Prayerfully reading this divine book will draw you nearer to Jesus Christ than any other book. As a companion scripture to the Bible, it will bring you peace and a nearness to the Savior that will bless your daily life with strength through trial and peace in troubled times. Here is a link to obtain a free copy of this book: churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/requests/free-book-of-mormon