Fear not to do good

In general conference this Fall, Anthony D. Perkins suggested we avoid the following 3 snares:

- False inadequacy
- Exaggerated imperfection
- Needless guilt

He suggested we make 5 changes to our minds and hearts:
- See yourself as a precious child of a loving Father in Heaven.
- Place your burdens on Jesus Christ. Drop to your knees in prayer.
- Forgive yourself of sins and imperfections.
- Sustain hope of eternal life.
- Find joy in each day.

God has infinite love for each of us. The Spirit can give us positive hope for change. We should develop and use our talents rather than dwelling on our weaknesses.

This admonition reminds me of one of my favorite scriptures:
"Fear not to do good, my sons, for whatsoevever ye sow, that shall ye also reap; therefore, if ye sow good, ye shall also reap good for your reward.
"Therefore, fear not, little flock; do good; let earth and hell combine against you, for if ye are built upon my rock, they cannot prevail.
"Behold, I do not condemn you; go your ways and sin no more; perform with soberness the work which I have commanded you.
"Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.
"Behold the wounds which pierced my side, and also the prints of the nails in my hands and feet; be faithful, keep my commandments, and ye shall inherit the kingdom of heaven. Amen."
(Doctrine & Covenants 6:33-37)