- It's not that these worldly options don't contain elements of truth--many of them do. Nevertheless, they all fall short of the lasting change we seek in our lives. After the excitement wears off, the hollowness remains as we look for the next new idea to unlock the secrets of happiness.
- In contrast, the gospel of Jesus Christ has the answers to all of our problems. The gospel is not a secret. It is not complicated or hidden. It can unlock the door to true happiness. It is not someone's theory or proposition. It does not come from man at all. It springs from the pure and everlasting waters of the Creator of the universe, who knows truths we cannot even begin to comprehend. And with that knowledge, He has given us the gospel--a divine gift, the ultimate formula for happiness and success.
- Brothers and sisters, we have to stay with it. We don't acquire eternal life in a sprint--this is a race of endurance. We have to apply and reapply the divine gospel principles. Day after day we need to make them part of our normal life.
- Too often we approach the gospel like a farmer who places a seed in the ground in the morning and expects corn on the cob by the afternoon.
- Knowing that the seed is good is not enough. We must "nourish it with great care, that it may get root."
- Discipleship is not a spectator sport. We cannot expect to experience the blessings of faith by standing inactive on the sidelines.
- Ours is not a secondhand religion. We cannot receive the blessings of the gospel merely by observing the good that others do. We need to get off the sidelines and practice what we preach.
- "Oh, it is wonderful to know that our Heavenly Father loves us--even with all our flaws! His love is such that even should we give up on ourselves, He never will.
- "We [might] see ourselves in terms of yesterday and today. Our Heavenly Father sees us in terms of forever."
Neil L. Andersen -Come unto Him
- I pray that my spirit might be like that of Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin--whose passing brought about this call--a spirit void of any desire for personal attention, willing to go anywhere and do anything the Lord's prophets would have me do, applying my full consecration in testifying of the Savior and building the kingdom of God until my final breath.
- We must remember, my dear brothers and sisters, who we are and what we have in our hands. We are not alone in our desire to do good: there are wonderful people of many faiths and beliefs.
Steven E. Snow -Get On with Our Lives
- Most of us do not seek or even welcome dramatic changes. But change is an essential part of life's experiences.
- Too often we are reluctant to enter the next stage, begin the next challenge. Maybe we are too comfortable, fearful, or lacking in faith.
- Our parents' basement, with unlimited video games, may be more appealing than college, marriage, or a career.
- Move forward with faith. As we daily confront a world full of negativity, doubt, fear, and even dread can creep into our hearts.
- "Faith and doubt cannot exist in the same mind at the same time, for one will dispel the other."
- "Without faith there cannot be any hope."
- "The next time you're tempted to groan, you might try to laugh instead. It will extend your life and make the lives of all those around you more enjoyable."
- Laughter and a good sense of humor can soften the bumps along life's journey.
- Accepting calls to serve when it was not convenient.
Barbara Thompson -His Arm Is Sufficient
- Be fixed in your purpose, for Satan will try you; The weight of your calling he perfectly knows. Your path may be thorny, but Jesus is nigh you; His arm is sufficient, tho demons oppose. His arm is sufficient, tho demons oppose.
- "God does notice us, and he watches over us. But it is usually through another person that he meets our needs. Therefore, it is vital that we serve each other."
Jeffrey R. Holland -None Were with Him
- Because Jesus walked such a long, lonely path utterly alone, we do not have to do so. His solitary journey brought great company for our litter version of that path--the merciful care of our Father in Heaven, the unfailing companionship of this Beloved Son, the consummate gift of the Holy Ghost, angels in heaven, family members on both sides of the veil, prophets and apostles, teachers, leaders, friends. All of these and more have been given as companions for our mortal journey because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ and the Restoration of His gospel. Trumpeted from the summit of Calvary is the truth that we will never be left alone nor unaided, even if sometimes we may feel that we are. Truly the Redeemer of us all said: "I will not leave you comfortless: [My Father and] I will come to you [and abide with you.]"
Thomas S. Monson -Be of Good Cheer
- It would be easy to become discouraged and cynical about the future--or even fearful of what might come--if we allowed ourselves to dwell only on that which is wrong in the world and in our lives. Today, however, I'd like us to turn our thoughts and our attitudes away from the troubles around us and to focus instead on our blessings as members of the Church. The Apostle Paul declared, "God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."
- None of us makes it through this life without problems and challenges--and sometimes tragedies and misfortunes. After all, in large part we are here to learn and grow from such events in our lives. We know that there are times when we will suffer, when we will grieve, and when we will be saddened.
- "Wherefore, be of good cheer, and do not fear, for I the Lord am with you, and will stand by you."
- "I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life."
- My brothers and sisters, each of us has the light in his or her life. We are not left to walk alone, no matter how dark our pathway.
- Fear not. Be of good cheer. The future is as bright as your faith.
Until you next read these words;
I'll be watching the leaves.
Enjoy the day!
-Sarnic Dirchi
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