Periodic fasting can help clear up the mind and strengthen the body and the spirit.

Since man created government to help secure and safeguard [inalienable] rights [from God], it follows that man is superior to government and should remain master over it, not the other way around.

Families must spend more time together in work and recreation.

The Book of Mormon was written for us today. God is the author of the book. It is a record of a fallen people, compiled by inspired men for our blessing today. Those people never had the book. It was meant for us.

Faith is the foundation upon which a godlike character is built. It is a prerequisite for all other virtues.

If we have any criticism of our leaders, we invite Satan into our lives and beliefs.

The proud depend upon the world to tell them whether they have value or not. Their self-esteem is determined by where they are judged to be on the ladders of worldly success. They feel worthwhile as individuals if the numbers beneath them in achievement, talent, beauty, or intellect are large enough.