We seldom get into trouble when we speak softly. It is only when we raise our voices that the sparks fly and tiny molehills become great mountains of contention.
GORDON B. HINCKLEYIf you do not choose the kingdom of God, it does not matter what you choose instead.
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I believe in the principle that I can make a difference in this world. It may be ever so small, but it will count for the greater good.
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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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There is nothing that dulls a personality so much as a negative outlook.
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Do not let fear overcome your efforts.
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Mediocrity will never do. You are capable of something better.
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The singing of hymns and the rendition of selections from the great sacred oratorios by ward choirs all enhance the spirit of worship.
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We live in a world where knowledge is developing at an ever-accelerating rate. Drink deeply from this ever-springing well of wisdom and human experience.
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In all of living, have much fun and laughter. Life is to be enjoyed, not just endured.
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You can’t plow a field simply by turning it over in your mind.
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You can be smart and happy or stupid and miserable. It’s your choice
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Women who make a house a home make a far greater contribution to society than those who command large armies or stand at the head of impressive corporations.
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Live today as if you were going to live forever, for you surely shall.
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If Life Gets Too Hard To Stand, Kneel.
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Life is to be enjoyed, not endured.
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I know your lives are busy. I know that you have much to do. But I make you a promise that if you will go to the house of the Lord, you will be blessed; life will be better for you.
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As you walk the road of life, be careful of your friends. They can make you or break you.
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Try a little harder to be a little better.
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Let us never forget to pray. God lives. He is near. He is real. He is not only aware of us but cares for us. He is our Father. He is accessible to all who will seek Him.
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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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I am suggesting that we spend a little less time in idleness, in the fruitless pursuit of watching inane and empty television programs. Time so utilized can be put to better advantage, and the consequences will be wonderful.
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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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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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Pray for the strength to walk the high road, which at times may be lonely but which will lead to peace and happiness and joy supernal.
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Our lives are the only meaningful expression of what we believe and in Whom we believe. And the only real wealth, for any of us, lies in our faith.
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Somehow forgiveness, with love and tolerance, accomplishes miracles that can happen in no other way.
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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.
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