Lord Increase Our Faith Book

In his creative, invigorating style, Elder Neal A. Maxwell here brings to our attention many crucial applications of this fundamental doctrine. He points to the believer's joy in the sheer reality of Jesus Christ, the divine Savior; the intense suffering involved in His amazing atonement; and the consequent uniqueness and power embodied in His holy name-the only name whereby salvation can be obtained. Faith in His impeccable character is similarly urged as we note in detail the celestial attributes we seek to emulate as well as his being "tempted as we are, yet without sin"-truly the Great Exemplar. Jesus is the pivotal figure of the Father's masterful plan of salvation-"the great plan of happiness"-which cannot fail. Each day we walk the earth in the plan's crucial stage, the second estate. While "our happiness is the intent of God's plan," the author reminds us that in this proving ground we cannot be properly tutored and developed without meeting many challenges. All this calls for faith in the plan, a firm trust in God's capacity and integrity. The plan is central to the Restoration's great scripture, the Book of Mormon, in which too our faith must be engaged; hence, included here are important observations, many of which may be new to readers, concerning the coming forth of this ancient record. And throughout, the author links the gospel ordinances the Savior has prescribed to the well-nurtured faith that holds firmly to the iron rod and thus steadfastly endures to the end, overcomes the world, and gains eternal life. This outstanding, stimulating book brings fresh and intriguing insights to the important subjects it discusses. A mine of inspired, practical counsel and encouragement, it will enlighten and help uplift every earnest reader.