If we love God, do His will, and fear His judgment more than men's, we will have self-esteem.

There are blessings in being close to the soil, in raising your own food even if it is only a garden in your yard and a fruit tree or two. Those families will be fortunate who, in the last days, have an adequate supply of food because of their foresight and ability to produce their own.

Unless we do his teachings, we do not demonstrate faith in him.

Why did the Lord inspire Mormon (or Moroni or Alma) to include that in his record? What lesson can I learn from that to help me live in this day and age?

Pride is ugly. It says 'If you succeed I am a failure.'

There is no greater Church calling than that of a home teacher. There is no greater Church service rendered to our Father in Heaven's children than the service rendered by a humble, dedicated, committed home teacher.

The fellowship of true friends who can hear you out, share your joys, help carry your burdens, and correctly counsel you is priceless.