Atonement-Elder Quentin L. Cook

• October 2012 

 

Can Ye Feel So Now?

By Elder Quentin L. Cook
Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostle

Youth who have been exposed to immoral images at a very early age are terrified that they may have already disqualified themselves for missionary service and sacred covenants. As a result, their faith can be severely impaired. I want to assure you young people, as Alma taught, that through repentance you can qualify for all the blessings of heaven.²⁰ That is what the Savior’s Atonement is all about. Please talk with your parents or a trusted adviser, and counsel with your bishop.

As our youth follow President Monson’s counsel by preparing to serve missions, and as we all live the principles the Savior taught and prepare to meet God,²⁵ we win a much more important race.²⁶ We will have the Holy Ghost as our guide for spiritual direction. For any whose lives are not in order, remember, it is never too late to make the Savior’s Atonement the foundation of our faith and lives.²⁷

 (October General Conference 2012, Ensign Nov. 2012 pg. 9)