Bearers of Heavenly Light

Recognize and Heal Spiritual Sickness

President Uchtdorf explains that spiritual sickness can result from sin, emotional wounds, or overwhelming responsibilities. He assures us that spiritual wounds, no matter how deep, can be healed through the Savior's healing touch.

Sometimes spiritual illness comes as a result of sin or emotional wounds.

Even the deepest spiritual wounds—yes, even those that may appear to be incurable—can be healed.

The Savior’s healing touch can transform lives in our day just as it did in His.

• What are some signs of spiritual sickness?
• How can the Savior's healing touch help us overcome spiritual sickness?
• Have you experienced spiritual sickness in your own life? How did you recognize it?
• What steps can you take to seek the Savior's healing touch in your life?

Step into the Light of Christ

President Uchtdorf contrasts the effects of spiritual darkness and divine light. He emphasizes that light allows us to see things clearly, make righteous choices, and maintain hope. He encourages us to step away from worldly shadows and into Christ's everlasting light.

Darkness reduces our ability to see clearly.

When we are in the light, we can make righteous choices based on true principles.

We will find spiritual healing as we step away from the shadows of the world and into the everlasting Light of Christ.

• What are the effects of spiritual darkness?
• How does divine light help us in our daily lives?
• What areas of your life are currently in darkness? How can you invite more light into those areas?
• Can you recall a time when stepping into the light of Christ helped you make a righteous choice?

Embrace the Light of the World

President Uchtdorf teaches that Jesus Christ is the Light of the World and that His light can dispel even the deepest darkness. By following the Savior, we can receive more light and truth, leading to spiritual rebirth and enlightenment.

He who humbly follows Jesus Christ will experience and share in His light.

If you open your mind and heart to receive the Light of Christ and humbly follow the Savior, you will receive more light.

• What does it mean that Jesus Christ is the Light of the World?
• How can following the Savior bring more light into our lives?
• How can you more fully embrace and follow the Light of the World in your daily actions?
• What changes can you make to ensure you are continually receiving more light and truth?

Understand the Metaphor of Spiritual Darkness

Using the metaphor of night and day, President Uchtdorf explains that darkness is merely the absence of light. He encourages us to actively seek spiritual light and avoid the shadows created by Satan.

The absence of light causes darkness.

Darkness is not an indication that there is no light. Most often, it simply means we’re not in the right place to receive the light.

• How does President Uchtdorf use the metaphor of night and day to explain spiritual darkness?
• What can we do to avoid the shadows created by Satan?
• Are there areas in your life where you feel you are in spiritual darkness? How can you change your position to receive more light?
• What steps can you take to actively seek spiritual light in your daily life?

Be a Bearer of Light

President Uchtdorf calls upon us to be bearers of light by nurturing divine light within ourselves and sharing it with others. He emphasizes the importance of priesthood holders in bringing light and healing to those in need.

As a bearer of God’s priesthood and as a disciple of Jesus Christ, you are a bearer of light.

God has restored His Church and His precious gospel, "which healeth the wounded soul."

• What does it mean to be a bearer of light?
• How can priesthood holders bring light and healing to others?
• In what ways can you nurture the divine light within yourself?
• How can you share your light with those around you, especially those in need?