That historian or scholar who delights in pointing out the weaknesses and frailties of present or past leaders destroys faith. A destroyer of faith — particularly one within the Church, and more particularly one who is employed specifically to build faith — places himself in great spiritual jeopardy. He is serving the wrong master, and unless he repents, he will not be among the faithful in the eternities. Do not spread disease germs!
Boyd K. PackerThe atonement of Christ is not just for those who sin. The mercy of Christ encompasses all pain.
Boyd K. PackerThe end of all activity in the church is to see that a man and a woman with their children are happy at home, sealed for eternity.
Boyd K. PackerThoughts, like water, will stay on course if we make a place for them to go. As you learn to control your thoughts, you can gain courage, conquer fear and have a happy life.
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.
Boyd K. PackerOur lives are made up of thousands of everyday choices. Over the years these little choices will be bundled together and show clearly what we value.
Boyd K. PackerAn 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.
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