President Russell M. Nelson is a prophet

I know that President Russell M. Nelson is a prophet. I downloaded and listened to all his available talks that he gave at the BYU and some given in General Conference. It is interesting to see how the Lord has prepared him to be a prophet. Here are 3 examples:

1. Standing for what's right: He was working at a very prestigious hospital for a very prestigious doctor. He was at the annual Christmas party. As usual, alcoholic beverages were being served. He declined when offered. The head surgeon was infuriated and vowed to make his life horrible for the next year. He replied «Do what you must Doctor and I'll do what I must». He made the next year horrible for Pres Nelson. He had no vacation, the worst hours but it was worth it because he lived and followed the commandments of God.

2. The family: President Nelson is a great example for us youth today in our lives with his family. Just because he was a busy surgeon he did not put off his duties as a father. He has 10 children (9 girls and 1 son).  He raised that family while studying and trying to get his degree. That is an example that we need as young members of the church that it's still needed to have a family and education.

3. Faith: When he was still a young surgeon with his family, there was change in the stake presidency. He was interviewed by President Spencer W Kimball. In the Interview President Kimball said «Brother Nelson, everyone says you're the right man for the job, but they say you just don't have the time because of your job. Do you have the time?». President Nelson responded in the way that we should respond in times when we are tested. «I don't know about that but I have the faith». He was chosen as the stake president and served dedicatedly for many years.

The Lord has been preparing president Nelson for many years and now he is our prophet.

 

Elder Francis is dying and now I will be receiving elder Spees here in Evora. He is a friend of mine. We actually met each other before the mission at BYU. And now we will be mission companions.