Being humble means recognizing that we are not on earth to see how important we can become, but to see how much difference we can make in the lives of others.
GORDON B. HINCKLEYThe singing of hymns and the rendition of selections from the great sacred oratorios by ward choirs all enhance the spirit of worship.
More Gordon B. Hinckley Quotes
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Mediocrity will never do. You are capable of something better.
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The major work of the world is not done by geniuses. It is done by ordinary people, with balance in their lives, who have learned to work in an extraordinary manner.
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If you do not choose the kingdom of God, it does not matter what you choose instead.
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Never assume that you can make it alone. You need the help of the Lord. Never hesitate to get on your knees in some private place and speak with Him.
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By and large, I have come to see that if we complain about life, it is because we are thinking only of ourselves.
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There are four pillars to a happy marriage: respect one another as individuals; (give) soft answers; (practice)financial honesty; (conduct) family prayer.
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A truly educated man never ceases to learn.
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Go forward in life with a twinkle in your eye and a smile on your face, but with great purpose in heart.
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You are doing the best you can, and that best results in good to yourself and to others. Do not nag yourself with a sense of failure. Get on your knees and ask for the blessings of the Lord;then stand on your feet and do what you are asked to do.
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The course of our lives is not determined by great, awesome decisions. Our direction is set by the little day-to-day choices which chart the track on which we run.
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You must ask for God’s help. After each failure, ask forgiveness, pick yourself up, and try again.
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It is imperative that good people, men and women of principle, be involved in the political process; otherwise we abdicate power to those whose designs are almost entirely selfish.
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Gratitude is a sign of maturity, Where there is appreciation: there is also courtesy and concern for the rights and property of others.
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No matter how old we become, we can acquire knowledge and use it. We can gather wisdom and profit from it. We can grow and progress and improve-and, in the process, strengthen the lives of those within our circle of influence.
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You have not failed until you quit trying.
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