Graduation is not the conclusion of an achievement but simply the ending of one chapter and the beginning of another chapter.
How much better the world would be if we all gave gifts of understanding, and compassion, of service, and friendship, of kindness and gentleness.
In sickness, with its attendant pain, patience is required. If the only perfect man who ever lived-even Jesus of Nazareth-was called upon to endure great suffering, how can we, who are less than perfect, expect to be free of such challenges?
Let us open wide the windows of our hearts, that each family member may feel welcome and ’at home.
Love is the catalyst that causes change. Love is the balm that brings healing to the soul.
How does one magnify a calling? Simply by performing the service that pertains to it.
When we keep the spirit of Christmas, we keep the spirit of Christ, for the Christmas spirit is the Christ spirit.
Whether it is the best of times or the worst of times, He is with us. He has promised us that this will never change.
As the Christmas season envelops us with all its glory, may we, as did the Wise Men, seek a bright, particular star to guide us in our celebration of the Savior’s birth.
Have an attitude of gratitude.
Men and women of integrity, character, and purpose have ever recognized a power higher than themselves and have sought through prayer to be guided by that power. Such has it ever been. So shall it ever be.
Opportunities are everywhere. Needed are eyes to see the pitiable plight and ears to hear the silent pleadings of a broken heart.
The lighthouse of the Lord sends forth signals readily recognized and never failing.
May we be faithful followers of Christ, examples of righteousness, thus becoming lights in the world.
I promise you that one day you will stand aside and look at your difficult times, you will realize that he was always there beside you.
Decisions determine destiny.
We find real joy when we keep the Savior the focus of the season.
Despite the changes which come into our lives and with gratitude in our hearts, may we fill our days-as much as we can-with those things which matter most. May we cherish those we hold dear and express our love to them in word and in deed.
This is not a time for fear, brethren, but rather a time for faith – a time for each of us who holds the priesthood to be his best self.
Home should be a haven of love. Honor, courtesy, and respect symbolize love and characterize the righteous family.