Because He Lives (14)

This past Friday morning, the church released a new video and I felt really inspired to share it. I know that I've already written a blog about Mormon Messages before, but honestly you can never watch too many! This particular video was made with Easter in mind and I absolutely love it. Here it is:

Pretty awesome, right? I think that sometimes we forget why we really celebrate this special holiday. It's easy for us to get caught up in Easter egg hunts, candy, and presents from the Easter bunny. But those things aren't what makes it such a special Sunday. Don't get me wrong though, I love a good Easter egg hunt and an occasional Reese's peanut-butter egg (or dozens of them) just like everyone else. However, we celebrate Easter to remember that Jesus Christ lives! He came to this earth willingly and prepared to pay the ultimate price for our sins. He loved us so much that he suffered persecution, rejection, and eventually death so that we can return to Him and our Heavenly Father again. But just as the video testifies, the greatest miracle was the he rose on the third day and overcame death. I know that my Savior lives and what a blessing that is!

My favorite part of this video is when it turns into a personal application. Because He lives, we can always turn to Him. It doesn't matter what it is you need help with, who you are, or the things you have done in the past, He loves you and is always there for you! I know that this is true. I know that even during the times that I feel completely alone, I'm not. I know that my Savior is always there for me, it's just up to me to reach out to Him. I'm so grateful for Him and for the knowledge that He lives!
I hope you enjoyed this video. Feel free to share it with as many people as you can! Let us remember Christ always, but especially during this Easter holiday.
P.S. General Conference is this coming weekend! Tune in here for some uplifting talks and all-around awesomeness :)