Quotes of the Week

 I know that when the Lord sees even a spark of desire or a flicker of righteous effort in our willingness to center our lives on Him and on the ordinances and covenants we make in His house. He will bless us, in His perfect way, with the miracles and tender mercies we need.

-- Ulisses Soares

I bear witness that when Christ comes, He needs to recognize us -- not as nominal members listed on a faded baptismal record but as thoroughly committed, faithfully believing, covenant keeping disciples. This is an urgent matter for all of us.

-- Jeffrey R. Holland

The devil is always enticing us to compare, compete and contend. But remember, comparisons is the thief of joy. Contention is the thief of peace. And competition is the thief of love!

--Brian K. Taylor

Quotes of the Week

 An understanding of God's fabulous plan takes the mystery out of life and the uncertainty out of our future. It allows each of us to choose how we will live here on earth and where we will live forever.

-- Russell M. Nelson

Jesus Christ lives and stands there at every moment, waiting for us to choose to call upon Him to provide succor, strength, and salvation.

-- Mathias Held

Think of it! The power of parental prayer! As we consider the challenge of rearing children in a world fraught with temptations, false ideologies and materialistic enticements, do you not feel the need for guidance and inspiration beyond your human capacity. There is no greater help or strength that a father or mother can obtain than through securing that help from the Lord.

-- Paul H. Dunn

Quotes of the Week

 Truth taught without love can cause feelings of judgment, discouragement, and loneliness. It often leads to resentment and division--even conflict. On the other hand, love without truth is hollow and lacks the promise of growth.

-- John C. Pingree

It is simply not possible to quantify the life-refining influence of covenant women of God.

You tackle real life issues with a rare combination of skill, compassion, insight and love. The entire mission of the Lord's church is strengthened by your efforts.

-- Russell M. Nelson

Please stop running to the point of exhaustion. Be quiet. Be Still. Simplify. Be meek and lowly of heart and pray. I testify that miracles will come when we slow down, when we calm down and when we kneel down. All that the Father has can one day be yours. What a truly hopeful way to face your future.

--Patricia Holland

Quotes of the Week

 Maintaining the presence of the spirit requires effort, energy, prayer, scripture, study, study of the words of living prophets, preparation to partake of the sacrament, daily acts of personal devotion. That is how we will get answers. 

I fear that sometimes we all look for answers from unreliable sources, and fail to draw the best sources -- the Prophet, the scriptures, and the Spirit.

-- Camille N. Johnson

Oftentimes we can find ourselves, patiently -- or sometimes impatiently -- waiting upon the Lord. Waiting to be healed physically or emotionally. Waiting for answers that penetrate the deepest part of our hearts. Waiting for a miracle.

-- Amy A. Wright

Think of it! The Savior suffered [ains and afflictions and temptations of every kind so that He can comfort us, heal us, rescue us in times of need.

-- Russell M. Nelson