Loma Linda Messages

The Joy of Obedience

Elder G. A. Snyder: I think I can say what I want to say, in about one tenth the time occupied by any one else. I was very much impressed, while Elder Evans was talking, with the thought that heretofore we have had messages from the servant of the Lord, that have brought us face to face with difficult situations. We have often dreaded to advance in accordance with the command of the Lord; but, after more or less hesitancy, we have finally gathered courage, and advanced. Afterward, we have looked back over the situation that we so much dreaded in the beginning, and have felt happy and joyful because of the providential leadings of the Lord. The difficulties once overcome, there came to us joy in the realization that we had moved forward in obedience to the instruction given. LLM 519.3

Would it not be a splendid thing, if we could begin something, and have some of the joy of obedience as we go along trying to do what we are instructed to do? Brethren and sisters, I feel tonight that when God brings a situation before us, instead of facing it with a groan, the time has come when we should face it with a cheerful smile, and have some joy while we are going along, as well as joy when we look back over past experiences. LLM 519.4