“We all need to remember: men are that they might have joy—not guilt trips!”
Russel M. Nelson
What Does It Mean to Be Perfect?
Elder Cecil O. Samuelson
"There is an understandable goal to follow the Savior’s direction to “be ye therefore perfect” (Matt. 5:48). While this goal is admirable and appropriate, it is unfortunate that some consider that this perfection must occur immediately. A careful study of the footnote in our scriptures to this verse teaches us that the notion of being perfect means that we are “complete, finished, fully developed.” Thus, while we should be engaged in the process of perfection, we need to acknowledge that achieving this goal will likely take a long time for all of us. The Lord said, “Ye are not able to abide the presence of God now, neither the ministering of angels; wherefore, continue in patience until ye are perfected” (DocandCov 67:13). This is good advice for all of us.
Be sure that you do not have higher standards for yourself or others than the Lord has established. Find satisfaction in your progress while acknowledging that perfection may still be distant.
May the Lord bless us all to understand clearly our potential and place. May we have the courage to stand tall in the face of our challenges, the wisdom to get help when we need it, and the faith to know that the Lord will bless His servants who are doing their best."
This has been one of my very favorite talks in the whole world. If you have some time, it's a fun listen with a lot of laughs. She very simply puts it all into perspective:
A Change of Mind, A Fresh View, A Turning of the Heart
Johanna Flynn
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