Russell M. Nelson said in August 1992 as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles said: “Please do not be discouraged by the Lord’s expression of hope for your perfection. You should have faith to know that He would not require development beyond your capacity. Of course you should strive to correct habits or thoughts which are improper. Conquering of weakness brings great joy! You can attain a certain degree of perfection in some things in this life. And you become perfect in keeping various commandments. But the Lord has not necessarily asked for your errorless and perfect behavior in all things. He was pleading for more than that. His hopes are for your full potential to be realized—to become as He is. That includes the perfection of your physical body, when it will be changed to an immortal state that cannot deteriorate or die. So while you earnestly strive for continuing improvement in your life here, remember your resurrection, exaltation and perfection await you in the life to come. That perfection promise of perfection could not have been possible without the Lord’s Atonement and His example. ~ From the book ‘Teachings of Russell M. Nelson’ Deseret Book 2018, p. 252. (Jesus the Christ—Our Master and More,” Church Educational System Symposium, August 11, 1992)
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I am married and we have 3 children and many grandchildren. Our children have chosen wisely in their careers and in marriage and I attribute much of their success, as they do, to a close relationship with Jesus Christ… Click for more.