The young Nephi in the Book of Mormon stirs in us a desire to develop trust in the Lord to obey His commandments...: “... I know that the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they may accomplish the thing which he commandeth them.”…That same trust in God can bless nations...God does not rule in nations, but He is mindful of them. He can and does place people in positions of influence who want what is best for the people and who trust in the Lord… You show your trust in Him when you listen with the intent to learn and repent and then you go and do whatever He asks.
- President Henry B. Eyring, Trust in God, Then Go and Do
How I #HearHim: President Camille N. Johnson
Pray for Eyes to See as He Sees
As Church membership has grown around the world, so has the need for temples…The Church has now entered the most committed era of temple building in its history…This is an extraordinary blessing for us as members of the Church. The Old Testament describes some of the joy that comes from people building these holy places: “And they sang together … in praising and giving thanks unto the Lord. … And all the people shouted with a great shout, when they praised the Lord, because the foundation of the house of the Lord was laid”. Watching these new temples being built, I believe that we too will have occasion to praise the Lord and weep for joy…
- David E. Sorenson, Small Temples—Large Blessings
Payson Temple Cultural Celebration Highlights
Building the Kirtland Temple: A special house for the Lord
The Process of Building a Latter-day Saint Temple
I have witnessed the joy and satisfaction that come to those who serve in the temple. I recall on one occasion a sister coming through the temple door, her face bright with anticipation and her step quickened... She grasped my hand and said, “...I love my service in the temple, and know I cannot be happy, really happy, away from it. It brings me a joy and satisfaction that is found in no other place. I feel a sense of accomplishment in doing something of eternal value...” …As we do temple work, we develop a spiritual kinship with our Heavenly Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ that brings us peace, happiness, and eternal joy.
- Franklin D. Richards, Happiness and Joy in Temple Work
Elder Eyring - Holiness and the Plan of Happiness
Why is Joy Associated with Temple Work in the Scriptures? (Knowhy #372)
God is at the helm. Never doubt it. When we are confronted with opposition, He will open the way when there appears to be no way. Our individual efforts may be humble and appear somewhat insignificant. But the accumulated good works of all, laboring together with a common purpose, will bring to pass great and wondrous accomplishments...Let not any voices of discontent disturb you. Let not the critics worry you… As surely as this is the work of the Lord, there will be opposition...Meanwhile, we shall go forward, regardless of their criticism, aware of but undeterred by their statements and actions.
- President Gordon B. Hinckley, God Is at the Helm
Jesus Christ Has Overcome Unfairness for Us All
[W]e can offer hands to help and hearts to hasten Heavenly Father’s wonderful work… We…can know of our own divine heritage as beloved [children] of God and the vital work He has for us to do… We are to “lay aside the things of [the] world, … cleave unto [our] covenants,” and come unto Christ and follow Him. That’s what disciples do!… As true disciples, may we offer our willing hearts and our helping hands to hasten His work…It does not matter if we are not yet perfect and complete. We are devoted disciples who reach out and help each other along the way.
- Linda K. Burton, Wanted: Hands and Hearts to Hasten the Work
Nehemiah Rebuilds the Walls of Jerusalem | Animated Scripture Lesson for Kids
The Lord has told us that our time should “be devoted to the studying of the scriptures”… If you have not already developed the habit of daily scripture study, start now and keep studying in order to be prepared for your responsibilities in this life and in the eternities.
…Whichever way a person starts studying the scriptures, the key to unlocking important knowledge is to keep studying. I never tire of discovering the rich treasures of truth in the scriptures because they teach with “plainness, even as plain as word can be”. The scriptures testify of Christ. They tell us all things we should do. They “make [us] wise unto salvation”.
- Julie B. Beck, My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures
Come, Follow Me—Packets of Light—Elder Scott
Teaching in the home is becoming increasingly important in today’s world, where the influence of the adversary is so widespread and he is attacking, attempting to erode and destroy the very foundation of our society, even the family. Parents must resolve that teaching in the home is a most sacred and important responsibility...Our families are an integral part of His work and glory—“to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man”…The inspired document “The Family: A Proclamation to the World” states: “...Parents have a sacred duty to rear their children in love and righteousness, to provide for their physical and spiritual needs, and to teach them to love and serve one another"
- L. Tom Perry, Mothers Teaching Children in the Home
Enduring Love - Showing Love & Giving Service To Build Strong Marriages
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What Family Means to Me—Music Video—Jaeden Vaifanua (2017 Mutual Album)
I fear…that too many of us are either not fasting on fast day or we are doing so in a lackadaisical manner. If we are guilty of taking our fast day for granted or simply fasting Sunday morning instead of making it two complete meals—24 hours—we are depriving ourselves and our families of the choice spiritual experiences and blessings that can come from a true fast... Fasting without prayer is just going hungry for 24 hours. But fasting combined with prayer brings increased spiritual power... It is my prayer that we can improve our fasts so that we can enjoy these beautiful promised blessings.
- Carl B. Pratt, The Blessings of a Proper Fast
The Lord Loves Effort | General Conference April 2020
Decisions of character are made by remembering the right order of the first and second great commandments…While it certainly takes courage to face perils, the true badge of courage is overcoming the fear of men…That kind of courage is a gift of the Spirit to the God-fearing who have said their prayers. Queen Esther’s prayers also gave her that same courage to confront her husband, King Ahasuerus, knowing that she risked her life in doing so. Courage is not just one of the cardinal virtues, but as C. S. Lewis observed: “Courage is … the form of every virtue at the testing point”… The Savior, the only perfect being who ever lived, was the most fearless...May His inspiring example...give us courage to never cower or fawn at the feet of intimidation.
- Lynn G. Robbins, Which Way Do You Face?
Inspiring Short: True Blue, Through and Through | Jeffrey R. Holland
Choose to Serve the Lord - by Blake Gillette and Angie Killian
We frequently find that the influence of good women is underrated. It is an influence that is often subtle but yet has tremendous consequences... Esther, a Jewess in the Old Testament, saved her people... Esther, at the peril of her own life, pled with the king that her people should be spared. The king listened to her entreaty, and they were saved. One woman can make a great difference, even for a nation. These are challenging times. I believe your spirits may have been reserved for these latter days; that you, like Esther, have come to earth “for such a time as this.” It may be that your most significant, everlasting achievements will be your righteous influence on others…
- James E. Faust, The Virtues of Righteous Daughters of God
Shine Your Light So Others May See
Heavenly Father can put us in situations with specific intent in mind... Not all that the Lord asks of us is a result of how strong we are, how faithful we are, or what we may know... When we are righteous, willing, and able, when we are striving to be worthy and qualified, we progress to places we never imagined and become part of Heavenly Father’s “divine design.” Each of us has divinity within us. When we see God working through us and with us, may we be encouraged, even grateful for that guidance. When our Father in Heaven said, “This is my work and my glory—to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man,” He was talking about all of His children—you in particular.
- Ronald A. Rasband, By Divine Design
I'm So Little, What Can I Do? | A Story About Serving Others
Serving in the Savior's Way | Growing Faith
Paul conveyed sacred counsel regarding the qualifications of those who desire to represent the Savior... [and] warned that they should be “not selfwilled, not soon angry, … [and] no striker.” ...In the scriptural context, “not selfwilled” is one who refuses to act with arrogance and pride; “not soon angry” is one who avoids the natural urge to become impatient and irritated; and “no striker” refers to one who rejects contentious, aggressive, and harsh behavior verbally, physically, and emotionally... Oftentimes, the world exalts behaviors born of aggressiveness, arrogance, impatience, and excessiveness... When we turn our gaze away from the virtue of temperance... we easily fall into the enemy’s trap.
- Ulisses Soares, Adorned with the Virtue of Temperance
How can I forgive others and end conflicts? [current]
The Goal: A Story of Faith, Friendship and Forgiveness | Growing Faith