Mercy Of all the principles of the gospel that have changed, blessed, and enriched my life there is one that so often stands out to me. The principle of mercy is as sweet and edifying as it is essential for mortal life. In 1994 as a new convert to the Church, I very often found myself concerned with whether or not I had repented fully of various, daily transgressions such as an unkind thought or word that I may have had or said. I discussed this concern with a friend of mine whom was a very special example to me of how to live the gospel. She knew more of the doctrine of the church than I at the time but we both shared the blessings that come of having a testimony of the gospel and living the commandments. When I was voicing my concerns to her she very simply and very powerfully stated to me that the Savior is full of mercy. That simple phrase has stayed with me throughout the years since. Our Savior’s mercy spans what we can’t do ourselves as well as the very special bless...
