I remember during the darkest days of my life, during a time when depression and sin had me in a strangle hold, at a time when I had fled to the desert in hopes of running away from my problems; I was given a vision. In my vision I saw three friends on their knees praying for me. I was, at that time, serving as Branch Clerk in the Detention Center Branch of the Church. So often, during presidency meetings, I had heard my brethren pray with faith for the wonderful youth at the Detention Center. I knew that God heard and answered those prayers. For that reason, I also knew, that in my own hour of need, my good brethren were praying, in faith, for me.
That thought, that vision, changed everything for me.
As I read today's chapter and read about Jesus praying for the Nephites, I came to realize that Jesus also prays for us. He is our advocate before the throne of God. He prays for us. I am certain that His prayers are heard and are answered. I am certain that His prayers are for our good and blessing. Like my vision of days gone by, I feel a renewed sense of hope and promise today, because I know Jesus prays for me.
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