I have nothing eloquent to say about the passing of President Russell M Nelson. The words I want to say have been and will be said by others and in much better ways. I didn’t know him personally, I admired and respected him as many did, and I mourn the loss of his leadership which came from such an obvious place of love.
Though I feel inadequate in expressing any sort of feeling about someone I perceived to be a great man, I wanted to put down my thoughts and add my voice to those that praise God and goodness.
I have loved having President Nelson as prophet of our church. His words were descriptive, his passion contagious, and his face so kind. I felt his love and the love of our Savior in each message that He shared. I admired his strength of personality and body and mind. I was grateful for his consideration in how he chose to deliver messages and his unshakeable testimony of and faith in Jesus Christ. I never doubted that he knew my Savior and I was so amazed by him for that. I pray that I can live with that sort of unapologetic faith.
President Nelson will be very missed. His example and words will not be soon forgotten. I am so grateful to know that life continues and that Christ has a place for him- and for me- in His holy halls.
May we all be better peacemakers and lovers of the Savior.
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