Moses 5:6-12
The connection between joy and repentance really clicked in my mind while in the temple. Adam and Eve are completely devastated as they really comprehend the magnitude of the consequences of eating the fruit. They couldn't really understand beforehand. The knowledge the fruit brings, the explanation from God, and being escorted from the garden all come together to help them understand true sorrow.
Then, they are given the knowledge and opportunity for joy. The plan of salvation, Jesus Christ's atonement, and repentance are explained. Repentance brings them great joy!
We are separated from God in the same way when we sin. It's harder to recognize because we aren't looking at the garden gate. Maybe if we were able to see the consequences so plainly repentance would be a joy for us too. Just as Adam and Eve slowly gained understanding, we do too. As we strive to comprehend and recognize the literal separation from God and the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual consequences of our actions, maybe repentance can be such a joy for us as well.
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