I have felt the need to share my testimony of the Savior here for quite some time now. This seems like the perfect time with Christmas coming this week. I really wish that I could simply transfer my memories and experiances to others that they may feel know of my testimony but because I can't, you will have to deal with my fumbling and awkward writing to try to convey how I feel.
I know that Jesus is the Savior of the world, that he lives and atoned for our sins. Through the last year, as Brian and I have struggled to start our family, my faith and testimony of the Christ and his Atonement has increased so much. The Savior has taken my pain and heartache away and replaced it with faith and patience. He has not given me what I want, but instead has giving me what I need If given the choice, I don't think I would have ever chosen to struggle having children, but I would never give up the lessons that I have learned and the relationship that I have gained with my Father in Heaven and Jesus Christ. The best gift I have ever been given is the birth, ministry, sacrifice, and resurrection of our Savior. He is my redemer and Lord.
**Picture from the LDS Gospel Art Book. To see more images of the Saviors life go here.
4 comments:
I truely look up to you Tonya. I love your testimony. It wasn't that long ago that Michael and I were in your same situation. Wanting a family so bad but not having any sucess. Oh how I wish I were like you. I love your optimism and faith, it is contagious! Looking back on our experiance now I am grateful for the lords timing and understand it a bit more. You and Brian are going to be amazing parents, I am so excited for when that day comes for you. Thank you for your remarkable example and testimony of our Savior.
Thanks for sharing Tonya. It was sincere and personal, not awkward at all. Life has it's trials for sure and while I can't relate to this particular struggle I am also grateful for a Savior who understands our pain, and grateful that there is a plan. Sometimes I have no idea when or how he will answer my prayers, but I know that He will. We really are blessed to have that knowledge. I am praying for you! And again, thanks for sharing!
What a blessing it is to have an Aunt and Sister-in-law like you! I appreciate your strong testimony and the way you uplift us always.
Tonya, this is such a beautiful testimony. Thank you for sharing it with us, and thank you for the strength you show and the person you are!
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