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Elder Russell M. Nelson

Published: Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005

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"I testify of Jesus Christ as the master healer. It is but one of many attributes that characterize his incomparable life.

"Jesus is the Christ, the Messiah, the Son of God, the creator, the great Jehovah, the promised Immanuel, our atoning Savior and Redeemer, our advocate with the Father, our great Exemplar. And one day we will stand before him as our just and merciful judge."

"The gift of Resurrection is the Lord's consummate act of healing. Thanks to him, each body will be restored to its proper and perfect frame. Thanks to him, no condition is hopeless. Thanks to him, brighter days are ahead, both here and hereafter. Real joy awaits each of us — on the other side of sorrow."

"I recognize that, on occasion, some of our most fervent prayers may seem to go unanswered. We wonder, 'Why?' I know that feeling! I know the fears and tears of such moments. But I also know that our prayers are never ignored. Our faith is never unappreciated. I know that an all-wise Heavenly Father's perspective is much broader than is ours."

"When sore trials come upon us, it's time to deepen our faith in God, to work hard and to serve others. Then he will heal our broken hearts. He will bestow upon us personal peace and comfort. Those great gifts will not be destroyed, even by death."

Afflictions can come from spiritual as well as physical causes.

"Faith, repentance, baptism, a testimony and enduring conversion lead to the healing power of the Lord."