refer in this text to Mosiah 5:2, 7
“This process of obtaining a remission of one’s sins is further outlined in … the aftermath of King Benjamin’s mighty discourse about Jesus Christ, his divine sonship and atoning sacrifice. Following this message, we are told how the saints in King Benjamin’s time receive a remission of their sins: FIRST: ‘They … viewed themselves in their own carnal [worldly] state… .’ NEXT: ‘They all cried aloud with one voice, saying: O have mercy, and apply the atoning blood of Christ that we may receive forgiveness of sins, and our hearts may be purified… .’ FINALLY: ‘After they had spoken these words the Spirit of the Lord came upon them, and they were filled with joy, having received a remission of their sins, and having peace of conscience, because of the exceeding faith which they had in Jesus Christ… .’ This is the manner by which the saints in all ages have come to be converted… .” (Ezra Taft Benson, Charge to Religious Educators, 1982, pp. 48-54)
“Often the most difficult part of repentance is to forgive yourself. Discouragement is part of that test. Do not give up. That brilliant morning will come. Then ‘the peace of God, which passeth … understanding’ comes into your life once again. Then you like Him, will remember your sins no more. How will you know? You will know!” (Boyd K. Packer, Ensign, Nov. 1995, p. 20)