The Purpose Behind Trials

Many times, I wonder or hear others wonder why a certain trial is happening. Why can't we be happy? I thought that this quote from Elder Oaks was very insightful.
Our needed conversions are often achieved more readily by suffering and adversity than by comfort and tranquillity, as Elder Hales taught us so beautifully this morning. Father Lehi promised his son Jacob that God would “consecrate [his] afflictions for [his] gain” (2 Ne. 2:2). The Prophet Joseph was promised that “thine adversity and thine afflictions shall be but a small moment; and then, if thou endure it well, God shall exalt thee on high” (D&C 121:7–8). (General Conference, Oct. 2000)
 It is nice to think of it that way. Trials aren't just to help us feel the opposition in all things; they are to help us become converted. Continuing in his talk, Elder Oaks emphasizes the importance of not just acting, but becoming.
What is essential is that our labors in the workplace of the Lord have caused us to become something. (General Conference, Oct. 2000)
 As far as business goes, this week I had the chance to meet a fellow student who is in the process of developing his own business. He offered to talk to me about what he's doing this Monday and to later introduce me to his mentor. 

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