I wanted to share a few highlights from his talk. To read it in it's entirety click here.
Sadness, disappointment, and severe challenges are events in life, not life itself.
We are here on earth for a divine purpose. It is not to be endlessly entertained or to be constantly in full pursuit of pleasure. We are here to be tried, to prove ourselves so that we can receive the additional blessings God has for us. The tempering effect of patience is required.
We are one of the noblest of God's creations. His intent is that our lives be gloriously beautiful regardless of our circumstances. As we are grateful and obedient, we can become all the God intends us to be.
If we question everything we are asked to do, or dig in our heels at every unpleasant challenge, we make it harder for the Lord to bless us.
Find the compensatory blessing in your life when, in the wisdom of the Lord, He deprives you of something you very much want.
Attempt to be creative for the joy it brings. Being creative will help you enjoy life. It engenders a spirit of gratitude. It develops latent talent, sharpens your capacity to reason, to act, and to find purpose in life. It dispels loneliness and heartache. It gives a renewal, a spark of enthusiasm, and zest for life.
Learn from aspiring individuals who have made peace with their challenges and live with joy amid adversity.
No matter how difficult something you or a loved one faces, it should not take over your life and be the center of all your interest.
Challenges are growth experiences, temporary scenes to be played out in the background of a pleasant life.
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