As we fear God more completely, we love Him more perfectly. And 'perfect love casteth out all fear'.
David A. BednarAs we learn in [the] scriptures, the fundamental purposes for the gift of agency were to love one another and to choose God. Thus we become God's chosen and invite His tender mercies as we use our agency to choose God.
David A. BednarThe spirit of revelation is available to every person who receives by proper priesthood authority the saving ordinances of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins and the laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost - and who is acting in faith to fulfill the priesthood injunction to 'receive the Holy Ghost.'
David A. BednarInterestingly, simple and ordinary experiences often provide the most important learning opportunities we ever have.
David A. BednarWe frequently may press forward hoping and prayingโbut without absolute assuranceโthat we are acting in accordance with Godโs will. But as we honor our covenants and keep the commandments, as we strive ever more consistently to do good and to become better, we can walk with the confidence that God will guide our steps.
David A. Bednar