An unusual thing happened after that great first vision. The Prophet Joseph received no additional communication for three years. However, he did not wonder, he did not question, he did not doubt the Lord. The Prophet Joseph patiently waited. The Prophet Joseph taught us the principle of patience-by example.
Boyd K. PackerThe power of procreation is not an incidental part of the plan; it is the plan of happiness.
Boyd K. PackerDo you realize how marvelous it is that you can call upon the Atonement? The Lord effected the Atonement for our sakes. And there isnโt anything that you canโt repent from and that you canโt be rescued from if you will repent and be determined to make the decision.
Boyd K. PackerHappiness will depend on what each of us does with what each has, what we learn from what we do, and what we do thereafter.
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