Feeling Peace

This morning I was thinking about the atonement. I reflected on how the atonement applies to me and where I would be if I didn't know about it. Like everyone else who has ever lived (except Jesus Christ) I have sinned. Because of the sins I have committed I have felt sorrow and guilt. I have not always had an understanding of the atonement like I do now. I tried several different things to make the guilt and shame go away. Fortunately I was able to avoid physically harmful substances and actions. However mentally I was torn up inside. My pain, guilt, and shame made me very depressed. I didn't ever really show it on the surface though. I had no idea how to relieve the feelings I had. It took several years, but I finally realized that I had to pray to our Heavenly Father and ask for His forgiveness. It was a very emotional process and took a long time before I became fully repentant. It was a marvelous experience feeling the burden I was carrying lifted off of me by our Savior and Redeemer Jesus Christ. I have since learned to apply the atonement to myself daily so that I can continually progress closer to Jesus Christ. I want to teach everyone about the restoration of the fullness of the gospel of Jesus Christ and how you can have peace and comfort in your lives through the atonement of Jesus Christ. Please visit mormon.org and look me up on facebook if you have any questions, Elder Myers.