Spiritually Whole in Him
Open talk in Gospel LibraryContents
Before Reading
Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:
- What does it mean to be spiritually whole in Jesus Christ?
- How can faith in Jesus Christ lead to spiritual wholeness even when physical healing is delayed?
- What lessons can we learn from the parable of the ten virgins regarding spiritual preparedness?
- How did the Apostle Paul's experience with his "thorn in the flesh" demonstrate spiritual wholeness?
- What role does conversion play in becoming spiritually whole?
Topics
Achieve Spiritual Wholeness Through Faith
President Johnson teaches that spiritual wholeness is achieved through faith in Jesus Christ, even when physical and emotional healing is not immediate. She explains that wholeness comes from exercising agency to follow Christ, submitting our hearts to Him, keeping His commandments, and entering a covenant relationship with Him.
We are whole in Jesus Christ when we exercise our agency to follow Him in faith, submit our hearts to Him so He can change them, keep His commandments, and enter a covenant relationship with Him.
Faith in Jesus Christ begets hope. I find hope in striving to be whole—a wholeness born of faith in Jesus Christ.
- What does it mean to be spiritually whole according to President Johnson?
- How does faith in Jesus Christ contribute to spiritual wholeness?
- What are the steps to achieving spiritual wholeness as outlined in the talk?
- How can I exercise my faith in Jesus Christ to achieve spiritual wholeness?
- What are some areas in my life where I can submit my heart more fully to the Savior?
- How can I strengthen my covenant relationship with Jesus Christ to become spiritually whole?
Recognize the Power of Conversion
Conversion to Jesus Christ is likened to having a lamp full of oil, as illustrated in the parable of the ten virgins. President Johnson emphasizes the importance of being spiritually prepared and having the oil of conversion, which enables us to be ready for the Savior's coming and to shine our light to others.
To be whole means to be complete and full. Much like the five wise virgins who had their lamps full with oil when the bridegroom came, we can be whole in Jesus Christ as we fill our lamps with the nourishing oil of conversion to Him.
When we make and keep covenants, particularly those available in the house of the Lord, we fill our lamps with the oil of conversion.
- What does the oil in the parable of the ten virgins represent?
- How does conversion to Jesus Christ prepare us for His Second Coming?
- What role do covenants play in maintaining the oil of conversion?
- How can I ensure my lamp is full of the oil of conversion?
- What steps can I take to deepen my conversion to Jesus Christ?
- How can I share my light with others and help them prepare spiritually?
Find Strength in Weakness Through Christ
President Johnson uses the Apostle Paul's experience with his "thorn in the flesh" to illustrate how strength can be found in weakness through Jesus Christ. Despite not being healed of his affliction, Paul was spiritually whole and joyful, demonstrating that our strength in Christ can be complete even amidst adversity.
Paul’s example suggests that even in our weakness, our strength in Jesus Christ can be made perfect—that is, complete and whole.
For when I am weak, then am I strong.
- What did Paul learn about strength and weakness in Christ?
- How can our faith in Christ help us find strength in our weaknesses?
- What does it mean to be spiritually whole despite physical or emotional challenges?
- What are my "thorns in the flesh," and how can I rely on Christ for strength?
- How can I find joy in my weaknesses through faith in Jesus Christ?
- What experiences have taught me about the sufficiency of Christ's grace?
Let Your Light Shine
The talk encourages members to let their light shine before others, sharing the light of Christ and glorifying God. President Johnson highlights the importance of being a light to the world, as commanded by the Savior, and how this act of sharing deepens our conversion and brings relief to others.
We are commanded to share His light. So keep your lamp full of the oil of conversion to Jesus Christ and be prepared to keep your lamp trimmed and burning bright. Then let that light shine.
When we share our light, we bring the relief of Jesus Christ to others, our conversion to Him is deepened, and we can be whole even while we wait for healing.
- Why is it important to let our light shine before others?
- How does sharing our light impact our own spiritual journey?
- What does it mean to be a light to the world as a follower of Christ?
- How can I actively let my light shine in my daily interactions?
- What opportunities do I have to share the light of Christ with others?
- How has sharing my light deepened my conversion to Jesus Christ?
Embrace Joy in the Waiting
President Johnson speaks to the joy that can be found in waiting for healing by being spiritually whole in Christ. She reassures that physical and emotional healing will come in the Lord's time, but in the meantime, faith and conversion allow us to experience joy and wholeness.
Sisters and brothers, the answer is yes, we can be spiritually whole, even while we wait for physical and emotional healing.
Wholeness is born of faith in and conversion to Jesus Christ and in letting the light of that conversion shine.
- What does President Johnson say about finding joy while waiting for healing?
- How does faith in the Master Healer contribute to spiritual wholeness?
- What assurance do we have about future healing according to the talk?
- How can I cultivate joy in my life while waiting for healing?
- What practices can help me deepen my faith and conversion during times of waiting?
- How can I support others who are also waiting for healing?
