We are cast as combatants in the war between truth and error. There is no middle ground. We must stand up for truth, even while we practice tolerance and respect for beliefs and ideas different from our own and for the people who hold them.
Dallin H. OaksPriesthood power blesses all of us. Priesthood keys direct women as well as men, and priesthood ordinances and priesthood authority pertain to women as well as men.
Dallin H. OaksMy experiences taught me firsthand that when a person is not performing well, there are many possible reasons, some not of his own choosing.
Dallin H. OaksLoving-kindness is required, but a follower of Christ-just like the Master-will be firm in the truth.
Dallin H. OaksThere are people who oppose a federal Constitutional amendment because they think that the law of family should be made by the states. I can see a legitimate argument there. I think it's mistaken, however, because the federal government, through the decisions of life-tenured federal judges, has already taken over that area.
Dallin H. Oaks