* Get Rid of Excuses
From the book “Messages for a Happier Life,” William B. Smart counsels: Promise yourself that you will never, never make excuses for your poor performance. If someone asks you what your score is after a round, tell them your score. Don’t tell them...Living for the Gifts
From Messages for a Happier Life, Inspiring Essays from the Church News, compiled by William B. Smart: Some years ago news reported the death of a Missouri minister after a fast of forty days. In the papers after his death he reveled his purpose: “I am seeking...* I Want to Caution You. . . .
From Larry W. Tippets and his book “Receiving Personal Revelation”: I want to caution you that it is possible to do all the right things—study, pray, attend church meetings, and so forth—and still find yourself becoming worn out, discouraged,...Peace: A Triumph of Principles
Peace: A Triumph of Principles Elder Marvin J. Ashton of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles (deceased) wrote: Many years ago I heard a story that impressed me. A beautiful little blind girl was sitting on the lap of her father in a crowded compartment in a train. A...* The Perils of Parenting
From the book ‘Messages for a Happier Life’, William B. Smart taught: Rearing children is a tough proposition these days. In most homes the all-intrusive medium of television exposes children to harsh realities about as soon as—and in some cases...
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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.