Sunday, October 27, 2019

Quotes of the Week

Today is the time to prepare--not during the crisis. What are we doing today to engraven in our souls the gospel principles that will uphold us in times of adversity?
--Walter F. Gonzalez

In ancient times a standard served as a rallying point for  soldiers in battle. Symbolically speaking, the Book of Mormon and the restored Church of Jesus Christ are standards to all nations.
--Benjamin De Hoyos

Self-improvement may seem a kind of work project, but it is--at heart--a change of heart.
--Kathleen H. Hughes

Sunday, October 20, 2019

Quotes of the Week

I have been thinking recently about choices and their consequences. It has been said that the gate of history turns on small hinges, and so do people's lives. The choices we make determine our destiny.
--Thomas S. Monson

Imperfect faith is still faith. By very definition, faith is incomplete, so if you feel  you lack clarity and a sure knowledge, that is okay. That is faith. Be patient with the imperfection of your faith. The incompleteness gives faith its power.
--Jeffrey S. McClellan

It is certain that one who studies the scriptures every day accomplishes far more than one who devotes considerable time one day and then lets days go by before continuing.
--Howard W. Hunter

Sunday, October 13, 2019

Quotes of the Week

We need to recognize that "wanting to" is the determining factor which leads us to lay hold upon the word of God and be happy. Perseverance in making correct decisions is what leads us to happiness.
--Benjamin De Hoyos

If we choose to focus on our negative thoughts and doubt our worth instead of clinging to the Savior, it becomes more difficult to feel the impressions of the Holy Ghost.
--Joy D. Jones

Our temptations do not end after baptism or sealing, but receiving the sacred ordinances and honoring the associated covenants fill us with marvelous light and give us strength to resist and overcome temptations.
--Taniela B. Wakolo

Sunday, October 6, 2019

Quotes of the Week

We are all God's children. He weeps with us as we suffer and rejoices as we do what is right in His sight. He is the Great Consoler.
--Quentin L. Cook

We should never look down on others. God loves each of us individually, as we are.  We should show that same love to all people.
--Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Each of you must come to know what the Lord wants for you individually, given the choices before you.

And remember, if we are faithful and endure to the end, no righteous desire will be denied, and all blessings ultimately will be received.
--M. Russell Ballard