At a conference of the church, William E. McLellin asked for a blessing and Joseph received this revelation. McLellin was another one of those who initially accepted the gospel but rather than face his own problems, would turn against the church. We get a clue in this revelation when the Lord says that he still has some things to repent of. The Lord says that adultery is a temptation that he is troubled with.
One interesting thing the Lord says is that he will show our weaknesses to us. If we are living righteously, the Lord will continue to help us do away with our faults and help us to improve. This can become a problem for some when they allow themselves to feel guilty in spite of their being righteous and good people. Even to McLellin, the Lord says that he is clean, he is accepted, and chosen to help in furthering the work of the gospel. He is told he will heal the sick and receive guidance. There is a fine balance that needs to be obtained between accepting ourselves along including the weaknesses we have. As long as we continue to try to progress and improve, there is no need for guilt.
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