The most meaningful and spiritual prayers I have experienced contained many expressions of thanks and few, if any, requests.
David A. BednarRepentance is the sweet fruit that comes from faith in the Savior and involves turning toward God and away from sin.
David A. BednarAs we fear God more completely, we love Him more perfectly. And 'perfect love casteth out all fear'.
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. BednarVery simply, the Spirit of Elijah is the Holy Ghost. The Spirit of Elijah will influence anyone who is involved in this work. That, for a young person in the wickedness in the world in which we live today, is one of the greatest safeguards against the temptations of the adversary. The Spirit of Elijah will not only bless you, it will protect you.
David A. Bednar