![]() 3 Jesus Christ described His experience in Gethsemane and on Calvary: “Which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore.” 4 My injury has caused me to reflect again and again on “the greatness of the Holy One of Israel.” 5 During my healing, the Lord has manifested His divine power in peaceful and unmistakable ways.īecause of Jesus Christ’s infinite Atonement, our Heavenly Father’s plan is a perfect plan! An understanding of God’s fabulous plan takes the mystery out of life and the uncertainty out of our future. Think of it! The Savior suffered “pains and afflictions and temptations of every kind” 2 so that He can comfort us, heal us, rescue us in times of need. 1Īs I have wrestled with the intense pain caused by my recent injury, I have felt even deeper appreciation for Jesus Christ and the incomprehensible gift of His Atonement. I have learned that Heavenly Father’s plan for us is fabulous, that what we do in this life really matters, and that the Savior’s Atonement is what makes our Father’s plan possible. Time today does not allow me to answer that question fully, but may I share one of the most crucial lessons I have learned. A better question would be “What have I learned in nearly a century of living?” I am often asked the secret to living so long. I recently celebrated my 99th birthday and thus commenced my 100th year of living. I pray that the Spirit will carry my message into your hearts today. ![]() So, while I have delivered more than 100 general conference addresses standing, today I thought I would do so sitting. ![]() Three weeks ago, I injured the muscles of my back. At my age, each new day brings wonderful as well as challenging surprises. ![]() My dear brothers and sisters, I am deeply grateful to speak with you today. ![]()
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