* Our Desperate Needs
Truman G. Madsen wrote: “In the midst of our mortal predicament we have needs, even desperate needs. The first is for a mentor, and exemplar, one who has been over not just a similar road but an even far worse one. A person who can show us what we have it in us...Presence vs. Progressing?
From the book “The Power of Stillness:” It′s understandable why the idea of eternal progression can seem in contradiction with the core of mindfulness—as if our attention to future possibilities requires an unwillingness to embrace the present moment...* a life far more exciting. . .
From the book ′The Power of Stillness:′ “Ever feel like you′re missing out on the most important things in a day? You′re not alone! Sister Sharon Eubank shared: Sometimes I am so pressed with everything I have to do that I don′t even know what the priority is....Pride
¨The proud stand more in fear of men′s judgment than of God′s judgment. (See Doctrine and Covenants 3:6-7; Doctrine and Covenants 30:1-2; Doctrine and Covenants 60:2.) ′What will men think of me?′ weighs heavier than ′What will God think of me?′ “Fear of men′s...* charism
From the book Mother Teresa of Calcutta. . . In order to correctly understand the importance of Mother Teresaś charism, her extraordinary spiritual gift, we need to bear in mind that her vocation was not directed toward the poor in general, but rather to the ¨poorist...Fools before God
Truman C. Madsen wrote: “To whom will Christ not open? The scriptures tell us: those who continue to cling to denial and self-justification and become hardened in sin and neglect, those who continue to lay waste their potential, those who are imprisoned in the...* Extending Trust
Boyd K. Packer wrote: “As I begin a new relationship with anyone—students, missionaries, or those with whom I associate or whom I supervise—It is on the basis of confidence and trust. I have been much happier since. Of course there have been times...Choose Friends Wisely
From his book “Return,” Robert D. Hales wrote: “There is a marvelous lesson to be learned from those who live in the islands. When they catch crabs, they place them in a small flat basket. If you place one crab in a basket, it crawls right out; if...* Integrity
Russell M. Nelson said: “Years ago while I served as a young intern in a large medical center, I attended a Christmas party. The host was the chief of surgery. I had made a major commitment to work for and be loyal to him and his world famous institution, which...
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I am married and we have 3 children and many grandchildren. Our children have chosen wisely in their careers and in marriage and I attribute much of their success, as they do, to a close relationship with Jesus Christ… Click for more.