Classics from James E. Faust

by James E. Faust

Learn from James E. Faust again! Included in this Finding Light in a Dark World Reach Up for the Light To Reach Even Unto You Stories from My Life Christmas and the Good Diary Finding Light in a Dark World "We challenge the powers of darkness," says James E. Faust, second counselor in the First Presidency of the Church, "when we speak of the perfect life of the Savior and of his sublime work for all mankind through the Atonement. This supernal gift permits us, through repentance, to break away from Satan's grasping tentacles." Filled with timely counsel, this collection of President Faust's insightful addresses teaches us how to challenge the world's darkness by radiating the light of the gospel. In this book, President Faust, known for his wise, practical counsel, addresses these topics and Reach Up for the Light The dignity of self is greatly enhanced by looking upward in the search for holiness. Like giant trees, we should reach up for the light....It is the source of inner strength and peace. So writes Elder James E. Faust in his new book Reach Up for the Light. In this compilation of addresses, Elder Faust focuses his thoughts on reaching for the eternal blessings the Spirit brings through the light of Christ and presents ways to accomplish the essentials of attaining exaltation little by little. To Reach Even Unto You Important as programs, meetings, and statistics are in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, they are not the main reasons for the existence of the organization. The ultimate goal of the Church, the one to which all programs and meetings point, is that of "reaching the one," reaching into the heart of each individual member. To Reach Even Unto You deals with many aspects of this most important goal. It provides insight and advice on reaching family members, associates, and oneself. "As we plan to reach, involve, and serve the one," says Elder James E. Faust of the Council of the Twelve, "the principles to be kept before us . . . are the commandments of the Savior, of loving and serving God, and loving and serving our fellowman." Elder Faust's own experience in working with the Saints at all levels of Church activity has given him an extra sensitivity in implementing these two great commandments. He shares this sensitivity with the reader in stories, examples, and timely counsel. Unless each individual has his own personal testimony and conviction of the truth of the gospel, there is no purpose to any of the programs and activities offered by the Church. But as each member strives to reach into the lives of the important individuals within his sphere of influence, everything within the Church takes on new meaning and greater significance. To Reach Even Unto You helps point the way. Stories from My Life Stories from My Life is an ideal family night and classroom resource featuring a treasure trove of stories to enrich talks and lessons. Christmas and the Good Diary This lovely Christmas booklet by President James E. Faust recounts the tender true story of that unusual gift and reminds us of the joy of serving at Christmastime and always.

429 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 30, 2014

About the author

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James Esdras Faust was an American religious leader, lawyer, and politician. Faust was Second Counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1995 until his death in 2007, an LDS Church apostle for 29 years, and a general authority of the church for 35 years.