A Refuge From the Storm by Boyd K. Packer, LDS Blog Tour

Blurb:

In our tempestuous day, where can we turn for refuge

It is no surprise to anyone familiar with prophecy that the latter days are stormy ones. "We live in a very dangerous world that threatens those things that are most spiritual," writes President Boyd K. Packer. "The adversary is about. His objective is to cause injury."

But there is a place of strength and peace, a true refuge from the storm. In this powerful book, President Packer discusses the priesthood, the family, and the Church, three important forces that, working together, create a haven from the world. "The gospel of Jesus Christ enables individuals to become exalted by being part of eternal families," he writes. "The gospel contains the purpose, the doctrine, and the plan. The priesthood is the power and the authority. The Church has the means and organization. The exalted, eternal family is the end of the gospel plan."

This apostolic counsel will help you build an unshakable foundation for eternity by strengthening your understanding of core doctrine regarding the priesthood, the family, and the Church.

My Review:

I always enjoy listening to President Packer or reading his words.  A Refuge From the Storm was no exception! There are three sections to this book:  The Priesthood, The Family, and The Church. Everything is taken from previous talks he has given in various settings.  This book is the kind that you learn from as you read.  Each talk in each section can be read as time allows in your life.  I could hear in my mind President Packer's voice reading the words to me.  This is definitely a book that you will learn more about the doctrine of the church from.  If we take what is taught in the book we can feel peace in the midst of the storm of life raging around us.

About the Author:

BOYD K. PACKER, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has been a member of that quorum since 1970 and a General Authority since 1961. Immediately prior to that, he was the supervisor of seminaries and institutes for the Church. He is a former president of the New England States Mission.

President Packer was born in Brigham City, Utah. He served as a pilot in the United States Air Force during World War II and later obtained his doctorate in education from Brigham Young University. He is the author of several best-selling books, including The Holy Temple, That All May Be Edified, and Teach Ye Diligently.

He and his wife, Donna Edith Smith Packer, are the parents of ten children.

Happy Reading!!!

You can pick up your own copy via Deseret Book.

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