"If you gave your all, then it was for something". These are the words that stood out to me after I watched the movie 17 Miracles for the 6th time. A few words from one of the Mormon pioneers who had given their all and had sacrificed everything before they made it to Zion. I was amazed for what these great souls had done!
Based on the story and my personal experiences, I've come know with a surety that God, our loving Heavenly Father is truly mindful of us. He knows our strengths and weaknesses. He's aware of our shortcomings and hardships. What a joy to know that He knows how to sustain and support us in our afflictions. It just reminds me of a great quote from President Ezra Taft Benson, where he said, "Men and women who turn their lives over to God will discover that He can make a lot of their lives than they can. He will deepen their joys, expand their vision, quicken their minds, strengthen their muscles, lift their spirits, multiply their blessings, increase their opportunities, comfort their souls, raise up friends, and pour out peace. Whoever will lose his life in the service of God will find eternal life." 
We may not pull handcarts and walk over 1300 miles just what these people did, but each of us has our own journeys to go through. No matter what circumstances we may be, we'll definitely find joy in the journey as we submit our will to the Father's.
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