14/11/2025
“Life has tested me many times. I have faced difficult times, worries, and uncertainty about my future. There have been times when I have felt alone, but I have never lost faith in God.
“In these hard moments, the words of our prophets have helped me keep moving forward with faith, specifically the epistle from the prophet Joseph Smith in Doctrine and Covenants 128, when he said, ‘Brethren, shall we not go on in so great a cause? Go forward and not backward. Courage, brethren; and on, on to the victory!’
“These words reminded me that we must persevere, even when things are difficult.
“When facing struggles, I focus on hope. It's not just a feeling; it is what keeps me grounded and draws me closer to Jesus Christ.
“Little by little, I have started to see answers to my prayers and God’s hand in my life. Solutions to my worries have appeared, and my faith has grown stronger. Today, I can say with conviction that through faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, all things are possible.
“I testify that Jesus Christ lives and sustains all who place their trust in Him. I hope my testimony can encourage those going through difficult times to maintain hope and faith and keep going.”
-Kasongo Mbala Idris, Democratic Republic of the Congo