Elder Dallin H. Oaks
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"The Savior said: Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
"Many carry heavy burdens. Some have lost a loved one to death or care for one who is disabled. Some have been wounded by divorce. Others yearn for an eternal marriage. Some are caught up in the grip of addictive substances or practices like alcohol, tobacco, drugs or pornography. Others have crippling physical or mental impairments. Some are challenged by same-gender attraction. Some have terrible feelings of depression or inadequacy."
Christ healed every sickness and afflction of the people, and he can make his people whole.
No matter the affliction, those who seek a priesthood blessing will be blessed according to the will of the Lord. "If your faith and prayers and the power of the priesthood do not heal you from an affliction, the power of the Atonement will surely give you the strength to bear the burden."
"He knows of our anguish, and he is there for us. Like the Good Samaritan in his parable, when he finds us wounded at the wayside, he binds up our wounds and cares for us. Brothers and sisters, the healing power of his Atonement is for you, for us, for all."
