Comments on: Christianity is uncomfortable

By: Heather

Heather — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 14:17:30 +0000

I too appreciated Elder Holland’s talk. The statement that “Christianity is comforting, but it is often not comfortable” perfectly sums up my life for the past 3 years. When my son returned from his mission and told us that he experiences same gender attraction, my comfort zone was completely shattered, probably never to return. But being in that place of discomfort has allowed me to have a very profound personal walk with Heavenly Father, and Jesus Christ. It allowed me, and continues to allow me, to have a painful evaluation of myself, and see places where I need to be more like the Savior. I have been able to step back and really see Christianity in a new perspective, and rely on my Savior for comfort, and direction. He truly is the only source of peace, it is in him that I find my comfort. My son is one of the most Christlike people I know, and I think that is because of his complete reliance on the Savior, when he has felt so lost and alone. That is why Christianity is comforting, because Christ loves us and understands us like no one else does. He has felt what it is like to be my son, Christ’s Atonement is infinite. That is why He is able to give us the succor that we most desperately need, and can find nowhere else but through Him.

By: Sherry

Sherry — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 06:30:51 +0000

That was my favorite quote from conference. Thank you for your insights. Such a truth.

By: Kerry Wickman

Kerry Wickman — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 06:01:25 +0000

Thank you for this beautiful message. I too have felt of the amazing spirits of those who call themselves members of the LGBTQ+ community. We truly do not have the capacity, right or ability to judge others as we have never walked a mile in their shoes. Being comfortable with uncertainty is a worthy goal for each of us as we strive to become less judgmental, more loving, and as we prepare to meet our Savior when He comes again.

By: Londa Heaton

Londa Heaton — Mon, 05 Oct 2020 23:22:42 +0000

So touched by your message! Your story really touched my heart. Elder Holland’s talk strongly resonated with me also and I listened to it twice. I look forward to studying it and reading often. Thank you for your insights!

By: Raimi

Raimi — Mon, 05 Oct 2020 22:45:34 +0000

LOVE this message. Thank you for sharing! I too, loved his talk and the reminder that to be more Christlike, we might need to be uncomfortable ????. Here’s to being uncomfortable and the blessings and growth that will come from it.