President Dallin H. Oaks: A Life of Faith and Ministry
President Dallin H. Oaks has served in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles for over 40 years. His journey to this position was marked by a demanding schedule as a lawyer in Chicago and a young family.
When his stake president asked him to serve a stake mission and as a counselor in the stake mission presidency, requiring 40 hours of monthly proselyting, Oaks was faced with a test of faith. As he recalled in his biography, "In the Hands of the Lord," by Richard E. Turley:
I could not see how I could accept this calling and still keep up with my law practice. Yet I could not say no to a calling that I knew to be from the Lord. Gathering all my faith, I accepted the call.
Within weeks, Oaks recognized the blessings that came from serving the Lord, describing them as "unusual — even miraculous." This experience solidified his commitment to his faith and ministry.
Author's summary: President Dallin H. Oaks' life is a testament to faith and dedication.
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