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Jan 10, 2026
The hosts dive into the inspiring journey of Sister Kristen Yee, who faced challenges while painting a portrait of the Savior. A fascinating tale unfolds as a varnish mistake turns into a blessing through prayer. They explore how mistakes can lead to opportunities for growth, reflecting on President Uchtdorf's belief in universal creativity. The discussion also connects the concept of recreation with the idea of creating new memories, promoting a spirit of creativity and upliftment.
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Painting Turned From Mistake To Blessing
- Sister Kristen Yee painted a portrait of the Savior, struggled through mistakes, and thought she had ruined the work when varnish smeared wet paint.
- After praying and repainting through the night, the repaired painting looked better and became an opportunity for God's help to be manifest.
Mistakes Can Be Opportunities For Recreation
- A perceived mistake can become a chance for the Creator's merciful hand to remake us into something better.
- Creation and recreation mirror how God can transform our errors into growth and beauty.
Start Small To Cultivate Creativity
- If you feel uncreative, start small: create smiles, write appreciation, learn a new skill, or beautify a space.
- President Dieter F. Uchtdorf encourages using small, practical actions to develop and express creativity.