Doctrine and Covenants 2; Joseph Smith

Doctrine and Covenants 2; Joseph Smith—History 1:27–65

Joseph Smith seems to have a very active conscience and he pleads for forgiveness. I know growing up I felt this way a lot. I felt an immense amount of guilt for even small "foibles" and mistakes. While it may not be healthy to dwell on things or to feel overly bad about small mistakes, it is good to be aware of where I need to improve.

I know there are many areas I need to improve in. I feel the comforting reassurance that I can improve and that Heavenly Father knows my struggles each time I pray to him. Seeking forgiveness is important. In Joseph's case, it was what lead to further revelations.

I would like to do a better job of repenting daily and truly striving to improve and lay aside the sins that so easily beset me.

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