Living a Life of Service

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Many prophets and apostles, both ancient and modern, have identified the blessings that come from service. Among these blessings are success in worthy endeavors and retaining a remission of sins.

“[Those] who are pursuing the righteous goals of obtaining an education and finding an eternal spouse [should remember that] working diligently in the Lord’s vineyard will greatly upgrade [their] résumé and increase the probability for success in both of these worthy endeavors” (Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Two Principles for Any Economy,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2009, 57).

“For the sake of retaining a remission of your sins from day to day, that ye may walk guiltless before God—I would that ye should impart of your substance to the poor, every man according to that which he hath, … administering to their relief, both spiritually and temporally, according their wants” (Mosiah 4:26).

Discuss

• How can service lead to success and retaining a remission of sins?

• What did you learn on your mission about the importance of losing yourself in the service of others?

Activities

• Make a list of the ways you have seen faithful service to the Lord bless different aspects of your life.

• Think of ways you can serve others now, and create a plan to serve weekly.

Invitation

Review your My Plan goals. How many of your goals include service? Adjust your goals if needed. Complete and act on your plan to serve others each week.

Additional Resources

• M. Russell Ballard, “The Greatest Generation of Young Adults,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2015, 67–70.

• Thomas S. Monson, “What Have I Done for Someone Today?” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2009, 84–87.