I will follow Him in faith

I feel truly humbled and grateful to be a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I know that sometimes I take the Gospel for granted and don't show my appreciation for all that I have been given. This past weekend has been remarkable. I have always loved General Conference and look forward to hearing the words from our inspired Church leaders-- but never have I felt what I felt these last few days. President Hinckley has been prophet for almost as long as I can remember. So I have never really experienced the succession of a prophet.. and in a way, I feel like the early saints who saw a transformation of Brigham Young after Joseph Smith died. It was an incredibly spiritual experience for me to see the mantle of authority fall on President Monson and to literally see (and feel) the change. I am sure it wasn't just me who felt the power in these meetings. I was literally overwhelmed with the truthfulness of the restored Gospel. I know that the Church is directed through a Prophet of God and I know that Thomas S. Monson has all the keys and authority to lead and guide us (and our children) through these latter-days. I received a personal witness this weekend-- and I felt it from the top of my head all the way down to my toes. I could not keep the tears from flowing and I will never forget the experience. It was not something that was stated in the Conference, but rather a witness or feeling that came from a Higher Power. I know that God is aware of each of us individually and wants us to feel of His love. I know he loves me personally and expects me to live up to my full potential. I feel rejuvenated and spiritually uplifted and I am ready to take on the world!