He who conquers others is strong; he who conquers himself is mighty” – Lao-tsu One who can control his thoughts has conquered himself.
BOYD K. PACKERHappiness is inseparably connected with decent, clean behavior.
More Boyd K. Packer Quotes
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If our view is limited to mortal life, some things become unbearable because they seem so unfair and so permanent.
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The gospel stands as true for those who reject it as for those who accept it – both will be judged by it.
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If the word is tolerance, grab that one, too, saying, “I expect you to be tolerant of my lifestyle-obedience, integrity, abstinence, repentance.” If the word is choice, tell them you choose good, old-fashioned morality.
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A testimony of the hope of redemption is something which cannot be measured or counted. Jesus Christ is the source of that hope.
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In all that we do in the Church, we need to provide the way, as leaders, for parents and children to have time together as families.
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Fear is the opposite of faith. We move forward, certain that the Lord will watch over us, particularly in the family.
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I know that God is our Father. He introduced His Son, Jesus Christ, to Joseph Smith. I declare to you that I know that Jesus is the Christ. I know that He lives. He was born in the meridian of time.
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The purest, most beautiful and appealing experiences of life: romance, love, marriage, and parenthood.
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Parents now are concerned about the moral and spiritual diseases. These can have terrible complications when standards and values are abandoned. We must all take protective measures.
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Historians should tell only that part of the truth that is inspiring and uplifting.
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When temptation comes, you can invent a delete key in your mind- perhaps the words from a favorite hymn. Your mind is in charge; your body is the instrument of your mind.
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Do not ever disturb prelude music for others, for reverence is essential to revelation
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Arms now empty will be filled and hearts now hurting from broken dreams and yearning will be healed.
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What a wonderful time to be young. You will see events in your lifetime that will test your courage and extend your faith. If you will face the sunlight of truth, the shadows of discouragement and sin and error will fall behind you. You must never give up!
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Teach our members that if they have a good, miserable day once in a while, or several in a row, to stand steady and face them. Things will straighten out. There is great purpose in our struggle in life.
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