Elder Neil L. Andersen: "Repent . . . That I May Heal You"

Some thoughts on the Repentance, Forgiveness, and the Atonement  by Elder Anderson:

I am amazed at the Savior's encircling arms of mercy and love for the repentant, no matter how selfish the forsaken sin. I testify that our Savior is able and eager to forgive our sins.


For most, repentance is more a journey than a one-time event.  Repentance is turning away from some things, such as dishonesty, pride, anger, and impure thoughts, and turning toward other things, such as kindness, unselfishness, patience, and spirituality. It is "re-turning" toward God.


I like that point that repentance is not just "turning away" from wrong, but it is also "turning toward" Godly things. Too often we forget that second part and that is why we don't completely heal. We need to do both parts.