The standard is clear. If something we think, see, hear, or do distances us from the Holy Ghost, then we should stop thinking, seeing, hearing, or doing that thing... Because we estrange the Spirit of the Lord when we engage in activities we know we should shun, then such things definitely are not for us.
David A. BednarGodly fear is loving and trusting in Him. As we fear God more completely, we love Him more perfectly. And "perfect love casteth out all fear." I promise the bright light of godly fear will chase away the dark shadows of mortal fears as we look to the Savior, build upon Him as our foundation, and press forward on His covenant path with consecrated commitment.
David A. BednarTo be offended is a choice we make; it is not a condition inflicted or imposed upon us by someone or something else.
David A. BednarI now extend to you the invitation to help transform the trickle into a floodโฆ.I exhort you to sweep the earth with messages filled with righteousness and truthโmessages that are authentic, edifying, and praiseworthyโand literally to sweep the earth as with a flood.
David A. BednarSporadic and shallow dipping in the doctrine of Christ and partial participation in His restored Church cannot produce the spiritual transformation that enables us to walk in a newness of life. Rather, fidelity to covenants, constancy of commitment, and offering our whole soul unto God are required if we are to receive the blessings of eternity.
David A. Bednar