A Perfect Brightness of Hope

So much in today's world can cause feelings of despair. This book brings light to those who feel they are beyond help or hope. Elder David S. Baxter talks about the need each of us has to draw hope from the atonement of Jesus Christ hope for a future that's better than the life we' re living right now. He describes how we can act in hope, and he outlines changes that will come into our lives as a result of that action. Based on his real-life experiences of a disruptive childhood, a family breakdown, financial trials, and a life-threatening illness, the author discusses uplifting principles and scriptural insights as well as shares inspiring stories and quotes that illustrate those insights. Those who feel beaten down by life's challenges will find empathy, understanding, and spirit-lifting advice in this book.

David S. Baxter was born in Stirling, Scotland, and was called to the First Quorum of the Seventy in 2006. He has also served in area presidencies in Europe and the Pacific. Elder Baxter received a BSC degree in business and economics from the University of Wales. In 2009, he underwent surgery for a brain tumor. He and his wife, Dianne, are the parents of four children; they have seven grandchildren.