There aren't really adaquate words to describe how much this man has touched our lives. We don't need further conviction that he is indeed a Prophet of God and has lived his life in a way that we should emulate. I don't want to speak for the members of this ward, but I think it is safe to say that we truely are thankful for a living prophet to guide us and direct us. That is a gift. As much as we will miss him, it brings so much comfort to know that he is reuniting with loved ones. Eternal life is such a sweet part of this gospel. He will be greatly missed, but he has laid a powerful foundation for us to go forth and do better.
A favorite quote from President Hinkley,
"I could wish for you nothing better than that your lives be fruitful, that your service be dedicated and freely given, that you contribute to the knowledge and the well-being of the world in which you live, and that you do it humbly and faithfully before your God. He loves you. We love you. We want you to be happy and successful, to make significant contributions to the world in which you will live and to the on-rolling of this great and majestic work of the Lord."
This Prophet had a testimony of The Book of Mormon and urged us to read it back in 2005. Let's again take this challenge to honor him and in turn increase our own testimonies and grow closer to our Savior Jesus Christ.
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We love you President Hinkley!
2 comments:
Thanks, Holly. This is a beautiful tribute. We certainly are going to miss him, but isn't it wonderful to know that no matter what, we will always have a living prophet on the earth? I can truly say that I am excited for General Conference in April because it will be so amazing to see the changes taking place according to the direction of the Lord. It will be strange to not see our dear President Hinckley there and to hear his words, but... I can't help but feel so much happiness. He's with his wife, his parents, his associates from his years of service to the church, and most importantly, with our Lord and Savior. I love him and will look forward to seeing him again someday and thanking him for his service.
A dedication to live the gospel all the time . . . everywhere. This is how I will remember President Hinckley. President Kimball had a small sign on his desk that said, "Do it . . . now!" President Hinckley took this fully to heart. He saw the future and then went out and made it happen. Best wishes, Bishop S
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