Women and the Priesthood

I read a talk given by Elder Neil L. Andersen of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. (click here to read/listen/watch this talk)

The power of God’s holy priesthood is found in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I testify that as you worthily participate in the ordinances of the priesthood, the Lord will give you greater strength, peace, and eternal perspective. Whatever your situation, your home will be “blessed by the strength of priesthood power” and those close to you will more fully desire these blessings for themselves.--My home is blessed by the priesthood. I am so grateful that it is a part of my life.

As men and women, sisters and brothers, sons and daughters of God, we move forward together. This is our opportunity, our responsibility, and our blessing. This is our destiny—to prepare the kingdom of God for the return of the Savior. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen.--Being a woman in this day and time it is difficult to understand the Why's of the priesthood. But I trust my Heavenly Father and know that He loves His children equally and doesn't love the men more than the women. I have to remember that it is the world telling us that things are not equal and that womanhood is not important. God does not want us to be the same but to be different. Satan wants us to question that. I am grateful for my faith and my love for my Heavenly Father and His love for me and for His patience with me as He helped me see His perspective on women and the priesthood.

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