I've heard from more than one Bishop, that a problem some truly repentent people have, is being able to forgive themselves. They avail themselves of the atoning sacrifice of Christ and have their sins washed away, and say to themselves, "But that didn't even hurt! How can I be forgiven?"
Something to keep in mind: A parent's job is to raise healthy, smart, capable, moral, good children. When a kid messes up and not only is sorry, but actually punishes herself (or wants to), how much dancing in the streets would a loving parent want to do over this good kid? Now, if they can just find a way to help that thick-headed stubborn rebellious kid, they could say they had a good day.
Yeah, loving parents are pushovers for remorseful kids. I think that might be a trait we get from our Heavenly Father.
Something to consider.
LM
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If I were rich, I'd have the time that I lack, to sit in the synagogue and pray.
And maybe have a seat by the Eastern wall.
And I'd discuss the holy books with the learned men, several hours every day.
That would be the sweetest thing of all.
Ohhh....
If I were a rich man...
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