Study Guide for "He Could Heal Me!"

In this talk, Elder Peter F. Meurs of the Seventy shares personal experiences and insights from the scriptures to emphasize the healing, redeeming, and strengthening power of Jesus Christ. He explores the Savior's compassion, His teachings in the Book of Mormon, and how these teachings apply to our lives in various ways.

Before Reading

Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:

What promise does Moroni make about the Book of Mormon?
How did Elder Meurs" father help him establish a firm foundation of faith?
What happened during the Savior's visit to the people of Nephi?
What does the Savior see and understand when He looks upon us?
What personal experience does Elder Meurs share about the healing power of the Savior?
What does President Russell M. Nelson teach about the Savior's atonement?

Topics

Understanding Moroni's Promise

Elder Meurs begins his talk by reminding us of Moroni's promise that if we read the Book of Mormon and ask God with a sincere heart if it is true, He will manifest its truth to us. This promise has been fulfilled for millions of people who have received a testimony of the Restoration of the gospel.

Moroni promises that if we read the Book of Mormon and then ask God the Eternal Father with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ if it is true, God will manifest its truth by the power of the Holy Ghost.

What is Moroni's promise about the Book of Mormon?
How can we apply this promise in our own lives?
How have you personally experienced the fulfillment of Moroni's promise?
What can you do to better apply this promise in your scripture study?

Learning from the Savior's Visit to the Nephites

Elder Meurs highlights the account of the Savior's visit to the Nephites, focusing on His teachings and the compassion He showed the people. He emphasizes the Savior's understanding of our pains, afflictions, and temptations, and His desire to heal us.

The Savior’s response to the Nephites was both touching and instructive. He said, "Behold, my bowels are filled with compassion towards you."

His gracious invitation to the Nephites followed: "Have ye any that are sick among you? Bring them hither. Have ye any that are lame, or blind, or halt, or maimed, or leprous, or that are withered, or that are deaf, or that are afflicted in any manner? Bring them hither and I will heal them, for I have compassion upon you; my bowels are filled with mercy."

What can we learn from the Savior's visit to the Nephites?
How did the Savior demonstrate His compassion during His visit?
How have you felt the Savior's compassion in your life?
What can you do to more fully accept the Savior's invitation to be healed?

Experiencing the Savior's Healing Power

Elder Meurs shares a personal experience of a car accident that caused physical injuries and emotional trauma to his family. He recounts how he struggled to forgive himself and find peace, but through turning to the Savior, he was able to experience healing and peace.

Yet I continued to have deep feelings of guilt and remorse for causing such a terrible accident. I would wake during the night and relive the horrific events. I struggled for years to forgive myself and to find peace. Then, as a priesthood leader, while assisting others to repent and helping them to feel the compassion, mercy, and love of the Savior, I realized that He could heal me.

The Savior’s healing and redeeming power applies to accidental mistakes, poor decisions, challenges, and trials of every kind—as well as to our sins. As I turned to Him, my feelings of guilt and remorse were gradually replaced with peace and rest.

What personal experience does Elder Meurs share about the healing power of the Savior?
How did the Savior's healing power help Elder Meurs overcome his feelings of guilt and remorse?
When have you experienced the Savior's healing power in your life?
How can you turn to the Savior for healing in your current challenges or struggles?

Accessing the Savior's Healing, Strengthening, and Redeeming Power

Elder Meurs emphasizes that the Savior's healing, strengthening, and redeeming power is available to all who seek to hear Him and follow Him. This power can help us overcome unresolved sin, offenses committed against us, and accidental mistakes.

President Russell M. Nelson taught: "When the Savior atoned for all mankind, He opened a way that those who follow Him can have access to His healing, strengthening, and redeeming power. These spiritual privileges are available to all who seek to hear Him and follow Him."

Brothers and sisters, whether you are carrying the burden of unresolved sin, suffering because of an offense committed against you long ago, or struggling to forgive yourself for an accidental mistake, you have access to the healing and redeeming power of the Savior Jesus Christ.

What does President Nelson teach about the Savior's atonement?
Who can access the Savior's healing, strengthening, and redeeming power?
How have you experienced the Savior's healing, strengthening, or redeeming power in your life?
What can you do to more fully access this power in your life?