Those who believed on the words of the prophets
recognize the Savior throughout His life and ministry
and were blessed to follow him.
But sometimes the faith of even the most devoted followers
were tested.
After the Crucifixion, Thomas heard
his brethren testify that the Savior had risen from the tomb.
But instead of believing their words, Thomas declared,
"Except I see, I will not believe.''
Later this beloved Apostle was given the opportunity to touch
the prints of the nails of the Prophet's hands and confessed,
''My lord, my God.'' The Savior then lovingly taught Thomas
as he has taught all of us what it means to have faith.
"Because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed,
blessed are they say that have not seen and yet have
believed.''
Brothers and sisters, the prophecies of Christ's first
coming were fulfilled ''every whit.'' As a result,
many throughout the world believe that the Savior did
come and did live in the meridian of time.
But there are still many prophecies yet to be fulfilled.
In this and other conferences, we
hear living prophets prophesied and testified
of Christ's Second Coming.
They also witness of the signs and wonders
all about us, telling us that Christ will surely come again.
Are we choosing to believe their words?
Or despite their witnesses and warnings
are we waiting for evidence?
Are we walking in darkness at noon-day,
refusing to see by the light of modern prophesy,
and denying that the Light of the World
will return to rule and reign among us?
Throughout the course of my life,
I've known many good and generous people
who adhere to Christian values.
However, some lack faith that He lives,
that He is the Savior of the world,
and that His Church has been restored to the earth.
Because they do not believe in the words of the prophets,
they miss the joy of the gospel and it's
saving ordinances in their lives.