Standalone doctrinal study — independent of this week's Come Follow Me block.
I checked both the BYU Religious Studies Center (rsc.byu.edu) and The Joseph Smith Papers (josephsmithpapers.org) for relevant material. While JSP offered insights into Joseph Smith's trials, the RSC provided more direct doctrinal content on the Atonement's power to succor, which aligns closely with today's topic. Therefore, I've drawn from the Religious Studies Center.
Brother Tad R. Callister, in an article titled "The Atonement of Jesus Christ," published on the Religious Studies Center website, elaborates on the expansive nature of the Atonement. He explains that Christ's suffering encompassed not only our sins but also our pains, sicknesses, and infirmities, allowing Him to fully comprehend and succor us in every aspect of our lives. This comprehensive understanding enables the Savior to extend His grace and strength, effectively lifting us as we turn to Him.
[https://rsc.byu.edu/book/jesus-christ-son-god-savior-world/atonement-jesus-christ]
How does understanding the comprehensive nature of Christ's suffering, as described by Brother Callister, deepen your trust in His ability to provide succor for your specific burdens?
Considering this expanded understanding of the Atonement's reach, how might consciously sharing a specific personal burden or infirmity with Christ in prayer today feel different, knowing His perfect empathy and covenant to strengthen you?
I checked both the BYU Religious Studies Center (rsc.byu.edu) and The Joseph Smith Papers (josephsmithpapers.org) for relevant material. While JSP offered insights into Joseph Smith's trials, the RSC provided more direct doctrinal content on the Atonement's power to succor, which aligns closely with today's topic. Therefore, I've drawn from the Religious Studies Center.
Brother Tad R. Callister, in an article titled "The Atonement of Jesus Christ," published on the Religious Studies Center website, elaborates on the expansive nature of the Atonement. He explains that Christ's suffering encompassed not only our sins but also our pains, sicknesses, and infirmities, allowing Him to fully comprehend and succor us in every aspect of our lives. This comprehensive understanding enables the Savior to extend His grace and strength, effectively lifting us as we turn to Him.
[https://rsc.byu.edu/book/jesus-christ-son-god-savior-world/atonement-jesus-christ]
How does understanding the comprehensive nature of Christ's suffering, as described by Brother Callister, deepen your trust in His ability to provide succor for your specific burdens?
Considering this expanded understanding of the Atonement's reach, how might consciously sharing a specific personal burden or infirmity with Christ in prayer today feel different, knowing His perfect empathy and covenant to strengthen you?