The Holy Ghost is a marvelous gift that our Heavenly Father
has allowed for us to have. The Holy Ghost does so many things in our benefit.
Christ called the him “The Comforter” and promised the disciples (which includes
the rest of us) that the Holy Ghost would abide with them, would bring them
peace and dwell within them, and teach them all things and bring remembrance
and testify of the truthfulness of Christ. All these things and even more and all the
disciples were asked to do, in order to receive and keep this gift, was to keep the commandments.
I think the thing that shows to me what the Holy Ghost can
do for a person, is how Christ Apostles seemed to change after Christ’s death.
Especially in The Acts. When Christ was with them, they were learning and
growing but there were many aspects that they did not understand. They were, in
many cases, still naïve and young in regards to the gospel. However, once they
received the Gift of the Holy Ghost there is a strength that you find within
the Apostles. They have unshakable testimonies and have a greater knowledge of
the Gospel. It really shows to me what the Holy Ghost can do for us if we live
the commandments and strive to learn more.
I can think of many instances in my life where the Holy
Ghost has changed me, but I have to say that the really big moment in my life
was in 2010. It was at this point in my life that I started to really read the
scriptures. I didn’t just read them either, but I sat down with a notebook and
recorded all my feelings and thoughts as I read. I would even read General
conference talks and I really tried to listen to what my feelings were telling
me. I also began saying my prayers with more of a conversational intent rather
than just talking. It was around this time that my life began to change. The biggest
change was getting the strong impression I needed to move home for schooling
(which I had been praying about) even though there was nothing back home that
would really contribute to it. However, upon going on I was able to get into
the Pathway Program that kick started my education. I met people that I made
long lasting connections with, I developed a better relationship with my
parents and with one of my sisters with whom I was out of touch with. While I
didn’t make perfect decisions all the time, I noticed a huge change in my life.
I was happier; I had a stronger testimony in my Savior and in the gospel. I had
more love for those around me. I still have my ups and downs now and then, but
I have such a strong testimony because I strived to listen to the Holy Ghost,
and because I wanted to learn more, he was able to teach me. The Holy Ghost
does amazing things for people but more often than not, people don’t know that
because they truly do not listen for his counsel or they are so far off the
course that He simply can not reach them.
I have such a strong testimony in the power of the Holy
Ghost. There is no doubt in my mind that He gives me guidance and strength
directly from the Heavenly Father.