Template:This is the Christ
“During this joyful Easter season, we join with faithful followers of the Savior in celebrating the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Resurrection is a gift to all of Heavenly Father’s children who have ever lived on this earth.
“We testify that Jesus Christ gives rest to those who are ‘heavy laden’ (Matthew 11:28). He knows ‘how to succor his people according to their infirmities’ (Alma 7:12) because He took upon Himself our pains and sins. ‘He hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows ... and with his stripes we are healed’ (Isaiah 53:4-5).
“Those who exercise faith in Him, keep His commandments and receive the saving and exalting ordinances ‘shall have hope through the atonement of Christ and the power of his resurrection, to be raised unto life eternal’ (Moroni 7:41).
“We invite all to come unto Jesus ‘that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly’ (John 10:10). Binding ourselves to Him through making and keeping covenants enriches our lives now and eternally. May you find hope, healing and happiness as you draw nearer to the Savior of the world this Easter season."[1]
In a New Year’s Day social media message, President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints commemorated the 25th anniversary of “The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles." Reflecting on the impact of this landmark document, the prophet invited Latter-day Saints to draw closer to Jesus Christ by visiting temples frequently.
- "Exactly 25 years ago, on January 1, 2000, the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles published “The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles.” I am one of four living Apostles who signed my name to this landmark document, along with Presidents Dallin H. Oaks, Henry B. Eyring, and Jeffrey R. Holland.
- "Over the last quarter century this testimony has been read, studied, and even memorized by countless disciples of Jesus Christ. My study of this testimony increases my desire, every day, to be more like Him.
- "As I celebrate my 101st New Year’s Day, I continue to love the opportunity it provides for fresh starts, new perspectives, and new and renewed resolutions.
- "May I extend an invitation to you as you consider what your resolutions will be this year? I invite you to come to the temple as often as your circumstances allow.
- "In the house of the Lord, we focus on Jesus Christ. We learn of Him and His gospel. We make covenants that bind us to Him and to our Heavenly Father. Through these temple experiences and others, we are strengthened to achieve our New Year’s resolutions.
- "My dear friends, may this new year be filled with the light, love, joy, and power of our Savior and Redeemer, who is the Living Christ."[2]
