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Be Not Troubled
The Apostle Paul foretold that we in the latter days would live in "perilous times" (2 Timothy 3:1). Yet the Savior instructed His followers in this dispensation to "doubt not, feat not" (D&C 6:36). How do we move forward in faith and focus on the good when rage, calamity, and commotion swirl around us?
We know from scripture and the words of modern-day prophets that these latter days are a time of great turmoil—but also a time of great miracles. In this timely book, Elder Ronald A. Rasband shares a beautiful message of hope and light, reminding us what we can do to fortify ourselves and receive heavenly guidance. As Elder Rasband teaches, "By divine design, we have been called to the Lord's service leading up to His Second Coming." His apostolic counsel helps us recognize the ways the Lord guides us through the troubled times in our lives to build a greater sense of hope and peace with our foundation fixed on Christ, that ultimately we might accept the Savior's invitation: "Be not troubled" (D&C 45:35).
We know from scripture and the words of modern-day prophets that these latter days are a time of great turmoil—but also a time of great miracles. In this timely book, Elder Ronald A. Rasband shares a beautiful message of hope and light, reminding us what we can do to fortify ourselves and receive heavenly guidance. As Elder Rasband teaches, "By divine design, we have been called to the Lord's service leading up to His Second Coming." His apostolic counsel helps us recognize the ways the Lord guides us through the troubled times in our lives to build a greater sense of hope and peace with our foundation fixed on Christ, that ultimately we might accept the Savior's invitation: "Be not troubled" (D&C 45:35).
112 pages, Hardcover
First published December 1, 2020
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January 13, 2021
I couldn't sleep tonight so I downloaded this book and listened to it in it's entirety. What a wonderful reassurance that things will be OK. We can learn to 'be not troubled' by turning our faith over to God, being people who are trustworthy and following through with what we agree to do (live with integrity), and remembering spiritual experiences without discounting or downplaying their significance.It is up to us to be spiritual beings and to serve others the way God would.If we keep an eternal perspective, it is easy to not get caught up in the enticings of this world, but to keep our hearts on what is most important!
March 13, 2021
So beautiful ❤️ This book was a beautiful extension to my favorite talk by Elder Rasband and I absolutely loved it. So full of hope and has such a special spirit about it. Wonderful wonderful advice for such a crazy time we live in.
December 28, 2020
He took many of these concepts from his conference talks - which I probably thought were better than this book. That being said - he provided some details and other stories that were helpful and inspiring.
January 10, 2021
There is often a difference between what I want and what I need. Last year, in March when the world shut down, I found myself asking what sort of a future my child would have and have asked that question many times since.
I want the answer to be: Everything will be okay. The solution is this and once it is implemented things will be fine and easy and you will live the rest of your life contented. Life experience has taught me to highly recommend a thorough background check and deep research on any one, group, or org. that promises that. Even my grandparents who, from my perspective, have easy lives, don't. Their bodies don't function the way they used to, they live on a lower fixed income because they've lived longer than they planned on, and they've been hurt by a lot of people close to them and that's not even touching on COVID.
Instead, I get what I need. Which is this book. It is somewhat a compilation of some talks, but there is a lot of different material too that adds to his spiritual pep talk. The format and design is lovely too. I think I've said it before, but they really are doing a great job at that(as a publisher).
I want the answer to be: Everything will be okay. The solution is this and once it is implemented things will be fine and easy and you will live the rest of your life contented. Life experience has taught me to highly recommend a thorough background check and deep research on any one, group, or org. that promises that. Even my grandparents who, from my perspective, have easy lives, don't. Their bodies don't function the way they used to, they live on a lower fixed income because they've lived longer than they planned on, and they've been hurt by a lot of people close to them and that's not even touching on COVID.
Instead, I get what I need. Which is this book. It is somewhat a compilation of some talks, but there is a lot of different material too that adds to his spiritual pep talk. The format and design is lovely too. I think I've said it before, but they really are doing a great job at that(as a publisher).
January 21, 2021
This was an easy read, some of the stories I recognize from his past conference talks but they were still excellent points and obviously stayed in my memory.
The timing of this book is good as it seems that more and more people are worrying about the last days. He approached this with a positive feeling. He said the key to get through these times is to focus on Jesus Christ. The book talked about how to focus on Christ in the last days. I particularly liked the part about building a “fortress of spirituality and protection.” There were a lot of other good parts and great examples and reminiscences.
The timing of this book is good as it seems that more and more people are worrying about the last days. He approached this with a positive feeling. He said the key to get through these times is to focus on Jesus Christ. The book talked about how to focus on Christ in the last days. I particularly liked the part about building a “fortress of spirituality and protection.” There were a lot of other good parts and great examples and reminiscences.
February 4, 2021
This book is a MUST READ/LISTEN. It is short, but filled with great doctrinal principles and content. If you are feeling down, overwhelmed, stressed, or scared about our current circumstances or the future, you need to hear the words of this book. They filled me with hope and encouragement. This book left me feeling happy and positive about the future. It helped me to see some changes I need to make and some things that I am doing right. So grateful for what this book has taught me and reminded me.
January 22, 2021
A great set of messages anchored in hope and faith and higher vision from Elder Rasband who I am admiring more and more for his steadiness and faith. I appreciate his counsel to watch who we associate with, follow counsel, and obey the commandments. His experiences and testimony of that which happened with all the 12 and the 1st Pres in Rome at the temple dedication is amazing. I wonder what is ahead for Elder Rasband. I loved seeing he and Elder Bednar testify in Rome. The work is true.
May 7, 2021
Excellent book full of encouragement and inspiration from Elder Ronald A. Rasband, currently serving as one of the 12 Apostles in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
It was a fast read, but I spread it out over a week reading one chapter a day and pondering.
It was a fast read, but I spread it out over a week reading one chapter a day and pondering.
May 2, 2021
Beautifully written with peaceful reminders
January 19, 2023
2023- Jan.
January 27, 2022
I will read this book over and over again. Such a great read and listen. I am so grateful!!!
June 25, 2025
Favorite Quote:
“Remember, troubles diminish as we do the Lord’s bidding. Be courageous, resilient, and compassionate as you do His sacred work…”
“Remind yourself when things are hard, ‘these are my days,’ and make the most of them in helping prepare for the Second Coming of our Lord and Savior… You are in the Lord’s hands.”
“Remember, troubles diminish as we do the Lord’s bidding. Be courageous, resilient, and compassionate as you do His sacred work…”
“Remind yourself when things are hard, ‘these are my days,’ and make the most of them in helping prepare for the Second Coming of our Lord and Savior… You are in the Lord’s hands.”
October 1, 2022
I listened to the audiobook, read by the author. I like and admire the author, who has important things to say in the book. But delivery left much to be desired and I had a hard time keeping my attention focused.
March 8, 2021
I listened to this one twice because it's so short, and it allowed me to catch things I missed the first time. He used thoughts from his past conference talks so some points/stories were very familiar.
Some thoughts that stayed with me:
-I thought it was profound how he emphasized the importance of keeping the promises we make to peers/family because then we are more likely to keep the promises we make to the Lord.
-He shared a few thoughts on "one by one" that I haven't considered before such as we get baptized, receive blessings, and partake of the sacrament one by one.
-He spends a chapter discussing the importance of remembering and recording spiritual experiences, which is from a past conference talk. But it was because of his past conference talk that I recorded some experiences in the last year where I cannot deny the hand of God in those instances. Since then I have held those experiences close to me to remind me that God knows me and loves me.
-The importance of an eternal perspective and focusing on what matters most with the example of the California fires and the Texas/Louisiana hurricanes and flooding. It was neat to have him here in Texas. My husband was out helping muck out homes, though he didn't meet Elder Rasband.
-The overall idea that these are my days--we can't change that--so make the most of them.
Some thoughts that stayed with me:
-I thought it was profound how he emphasized the importance of keeping the promises we make to peers/family because then we are more likely to keep the promises we make to the Lord.
-He shared a few thoughts on "one by one" that I haven't considered before such as we get baptized, receive blessings, and partake of the sacrament one by one.
-He spends a chapter discussing the importance of remembering and recording spiritual experiences, which is from a past conference talk. But it was because of his past conference talk that I recorded some experiences in the last year where I cannot deny the hand of God in those instances. Since then I have held those experiences close to me to remind me that God knows me and loves me.
-The importance of an eternal perspective and focusing on what matters most with the example of the California fires and the Texas/Louisiana hurricanes and flooding. It was neat to have him here in Texas. My husband was out helping muck out homes, though he didn't meet Elder Rasband.
-The overall idea that these are my days--we can't change that--so make the most of them.
December 16, 2020
This book reads as if they published 6 General Conference talks (hence 1/2 of the reason for the 3 stars) by Elder Rasband. Elder Rasband read it himself (I listened to the audio book), and bless his heart, but his voice is very monotonous during the reading (hence the other 1/2 reason for my only 3 stars), so it didn't help make the "reading" easy to listen to. That said, this is filled with great counsel, insight and truth. Something every human needs to really ponder and implement in their lives - such as (chapter headings) Find regufe from fear, Keep your promises, Create a fortress of spirituality, Remember the spiritual experiences, and more.
I enjoyed listening and being reminded of these things, but was glad it was a very short read. I felt I could have just listened to 6 of his General Conference talks (or anyu other apostle's) and would have been equally spiritually fed.
I enjoyed listening and being reminded of these things, but was glad it was a very short read. I felt I could have just listened to 6 of his General Conference talks (or anyu other apostle's) and would have been equally spiritually fed.
January 10, 2021
A wonderful book about how we can successfully face the trying and troubled times that we live in, written by Ronald Rasband, an apostle of Jesus Christ. Using the scriptures and his own experiences, he teaches us to recognize the ways the Lord guides us in this life, especially during turbulent times, and how we have been called "by divine design" to serve and help in this special time leading to the Lord's second coming.
A beautifully inspiring book, and I was able to read it in one sitting. Some of the teachings are things that he has taught in General Conference, but that he goes into more detail with. A very inspiring read, especially during the current state of the world and our country.
A beautifully inspiring book, and I was able to read it in one sitting. Some of the teachings are things that he has taught in General Conference, but that he goes into more detail with. A very inspiring read, especially during the current state of the world and our country.
May 26, 2021
So many great things to reflect on in this book. "Our daily thoughts and actions, both large and small, reflect our commitment to Him." "For our safety, we must build a fortress of spirituality and protection for our very souls, a fortress that will not be penetrated by the evil one." "As we become more attuned to responding to the Lord's errand, we will more often be used as an instrument in His hands to do His work." I could go on and on. I recognized some of the teachings in this book from past General Conference talks that Elder Rasband has given, and it was nice to read over those teachings again.
May 4, 2021
I'm a big fan of Elder Rasband and listening to his voice read this book gave added comfort to what he was sharing. How grateful I am for scriptures, prophecy, and testimonies of living witnesses to the teachings of the Savior that remind us to "Be Not Troubled" because He is always with us. As we navigate through these troubled waters of life, I'm grateful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ that brings such comfort, safety and peace.
October 15, 2025
"Who better to turn to to hear words of assurance pertinent for our time than an apostle? I picked up this book based on its title, hoping for just that and boy did it deliver. I loved hearing more about some of the stories he’s told in conference in addition to hearing new stories he shared. Lots to savor and chew on, definitely full of reminders of peace and assurance that everything is going to be just fine." --Customer Review
January 15, 2021
A quick read and timely reminder that our lives are in the hands of God. This book is written by one of the apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He shares tips and reminders for living a life of faith and peace. The overall message is that living a life of obedience, serving others, and increasing personal spirituality will help us overcome the trials we face.
February 1, 2021
This was a reassuring read. A lot of the stories were familiar to me from talks given by Elder Rasband, but it's always good to review inspiring stories. I read this on Kindle, but I think it would be much more enjoyable in print though, because there are pretty nature pictures that would make the experience much nicer in print.
May 24, 2022
I enjoyed listening to this book as part of my daily spiritual study. Many of the stories and teachings come directly from Elder Rasband’s past conference talks, but I enjoyed his messages of finding peace and hope in our often un-peaceful world.
“The key to withstanding the turmoil is to keep focused on Jesus Christ”
“The key to withstanding the turmoil is to keep focused on Jesus Christ”
October 27, 2022
Short and uplifting. Lots of quotes from President Nelson. Elder Rasband uses his own experiences to illustrate the points he’s making. Elder Rasband acknowledges that we live in times that are filled with trials and trouble; but, as we are faithful, keep our covenants, rely on the Lord, and are prepared we have no reason to fear future events. Rated 4/5.
December 30, 2020
A wonderful book of hope for great things to come. Elder Rasband reminds us that this is our time and with the help of our Father in Heaven all things are made possible. Rasband gently reminds us of the promises that our Heavenly Father has made to us if we follow him.
January 7, 2021
I can't say that he answered the question of be not troubled to my satisfaction. Everything he said was absolutely correct but I felt like I needed more. It left me yearning for the missing link. I agree with all of his points. Can't quite pinpoint what I was hopinh for.
January 19, 2021
Simple and powerful reminders to be courageous, attend the Temple, find ways to serve others, and trust in God. Many of the stories I’ve heard before so it was more of an extended conference talk. Still many good points that provide comfort during tumultuous times.
January 25, 2021
Definitely worth reading during this time of uncertainty. It’s funny how often we are reminded to to “Be not troubled” because of the Lord’s plan. I know that a lot of people are scared but it’s great that the Lord will never forsake us as long as we trust in Him.
February 26, 2021
This book is timely and uplifting. It outlines and identified what is truly important and brings clarity and understanding in a tumultuous world. There is guidance and reassurance in the inspired words and message contained within the pages of this book. It is a definite read.
March 18, 2021
Much of this book consists of Elder Rasband's past general conference addresses, with some comments to bring the material forward to the present. Still, they are put together in a unifying way that helps build faith in Jesus Christ. A great message of peace in troubling times.
December 13, 2020
I love Elder Rasband and feel like this is definitely a message needed for these crazy times of so much commotion. Some of his book was actually taken from recent conference talks.
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