"There is, however, a level of faith that not only governs our behavior but also empowers us to change what is and to make things happen that otherwise would not happen. I am speaking of faith not only as a principle of action but also as a principle of power. Paul stated that this was the faith by which prophets “subdued kingdoms, wrought righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions, quenched the violence of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, out of weakness were made strong, waxed valiant in fight, turned to flight the armies of the aliens, [and] women received their dead raised to life again” (Hebrews 11:33–35). These are grand things—but in a way no greater than conquering a powerful addiction or other comparable obstacle to conversion and baptism.
Key to our obtaining power through faith is learning, asking, and acting according to the will of God. “Christ hath said: If ye will have faith in me ye shall have power to do whatsoever thing is expedient in me” (Moroni 7:33)." Click here to read full article.
I love this message about faith and addiction. I love his use of the word "conquering". Addiction is something to be conquered. Although I know my addictions are something I will forever have to be conscious of, I do believe I can conquer them.
The Webster Dictionary defines Conquer in the following ways:
1. to gain mastery over or win by overcoming obstacles or opposition.
2. to overcome by mental or moral power
This feeds right into this quote:
"That which we persist in doing becomes easier to do, not because the nature of the thing has changed, but our power to do so is increased." -- Heber J. Grant
As I use my faith to govern my behavior and to empower myself to conquer my addiction, it will become easier. And eventually, if I endure, I will gain mastery over these things.
I will do what it takes to get there.
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