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The Lord proves us … to strengthen us. That proving … comes in moments when we feel stretched beyond what we thought we could bear.

Proved and Strengthened in Christ

By Elder Henry B. Eyring

Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Proving moments are not evidence that the Lord has abandoned you. Rather, they are evidence that He loves you enough to refine and strengthen you. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/47eyring?lang=eng

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Many people often find themselves wondering why challenges and trials occur in their lives. From my own experience, I’ve realized that these 'proving moments' are not punishments or signs of abandonment but opportunities for growth and deeper faith. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints teaches that trials serve to strengthen our character and draw us nearer to Christ. Elder Henry B. Eyring beautifully describes how such moments stretch us beyond what we think we can endure, yet this stretching is purposeful. It’s like refining precious metals—purifying and enhancing our inner strength. When I faced personal hardships, embracing this perspective helped me find peace. Rather than feeling isolated, I felt personally refined by divine love. In practical terms, this means accepting hardships with faith and trusting that the Lord is involved in our refinement process. Our resilience grows, and we learn more about ourselves and our divine potential. The Church’s teachings encourage members to seek comfort through prayer, scripture study, and the support of the community during these times. For anyone feeling overwhelmed, it helps to remember that these moments reveal God's love in refining us rather than abandoning us, as Elder Eyring emphasized. By leaning on these principles, trials become stepping stones rather than stumbling blocks on our spiritual journey.

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