We have come to learn that there are many people that are going to serve and help where the damage is that happened because of the Tornado's. This means a lot to both giver as well as receiver. We show our love and appreciation for the Savior and his atonement as we reach out to love and serve our fellow men. It is through each other that we answer the prayers of those that are struggling. M. Russell Ballard, of the Quorum of the twelve apostles, talked about this in his conference address, I quote:
The Savior spoke of this principle when He answered the Pharisee who asked, “Master, which is the great commandment in the law?
“Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.
“This is the first and great commandment.
“And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself” (Matthew 22:36–40).
It is only when we love God and Christ with all of our hearts, souls, and minds that we are able to share this love with our neighbors through acts of kindness and service—the way that the Savior would love and serve all of us if He were among us today.
When this pure love of Christ—or charity—envelops us, we think, feel, and act more like Heavenly Father and Jesus would think, feel, and act. Our motivation and heartfelt desire are like unto that of the Savior. He shared this desire with His Apostles on the eve of His Crucifixion. He said:
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you. …
“By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another” (John 13:34–35).
The love the Savior described is an active love. It is not manifested through large and heroic deeds but rather through simple acts of kindness and service.
To read the entire talk, check out this link.
There are many who are in need of our service. We can each do something to help someone. We may not be able to do some big thing, but it is the small and simple things that can make a difference. In order for us to show our love for the Savior it is important that we make a difference in others lives by helping and serving where we can.
If you come to read this I would love to here any comments on how service has made a difference in your life.
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