My a testimony of Jesus Christ

I'm reading a book about becoming closer to the Savior in 21 days. 

I gave this book to Makenzie a few years ago and at the time warned a copy for myself as well but didn't have the money for 2. I just got a version for my ipad. I still wish I had the actual book but this was a lot less expensive. The book is "21 Days Closer To Christ" by Emily Freeman. 

I am encouraged to keep a journal of my experiences while doing this. I've always thought of this blog as my journal so I will record my thoughts and feelings here. 

Today I would like to share my testimony of Jesus Christ. 

I know He lives. I know He is a true and living being who came to this earth to gain a body, be baptized, teach and then atone for all the sins and pains of this mortal existence. I know this is true because I know our Heavenly Father loves us. He loves me. And wants me to live with him again someday. But no unclean thing can live in the presence of God. That makes sense. So if we, being imperfect commit sin. We need a way to become clean to return to Him. That is why I know that Jesus Christ is real. Because our Heavenly Father would DEFINITELY provide a way for us. 

Recently I've been incredibly sad because I have a child that feels unloved, angry and resentful towards me. It breaks my heart. As I've contemplated my responsibility in her decisions I came to this conclusion one day:  The atonement of Jesus Christ applies to me in this situation. Wow! What comfort and peace that gave me. I may make mistakes as a parent. I'm not perfect. No one is. But Jesus Christ makes up the difference for me. That time he suffered in Gethsemane was for me. Through His complete atonement I am made free from the guilt I would have from being an imperfect parent. We did/do our best to raise our children. And our best is what our Father in Heaven asks of us. 

I am grateful for my savior, Jesus Christ.