One of the greatest sermons ever pronounced on missionary work is this simple thought attributed to Saint Francis of Assisi: โPreach the gospel at all times and if necessary, use words.โ Opportunities to do so are all around us. Do not miss them by waiting too long on the road to Damascus.
Dieter F. UchtdorfSetting goals is a worthy endeavor. We know that our Heavenly Father has goals because He has told us that His work and glory is "to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man. You don't need an invitation before you start moving in the direction of your righteous goals. You don't need to wait for permission to become the person you were designed to be.
Dieter F. UchtdorfNo matter our distress, no matter our sorrow, no matter our mistakes, our infinitely compassionate Heavenly Father desires that we draw near to Him so that He can draw near to us.
Dieter F. UchtdorfNever stop hoping for all of the righteous desires of your heart. But don't close your eyes and hearts to the simple and elegant beauties of each day's ordinary moments that make up a rich, well-lived life
Dieter F. Uchtdorf