For over forty years, in a spirit of love, members of the Church have been counseled to be thrifty and self-reliant; to avoid debt; pay tithes and a generous fast offering; be industrious; and have sufficient food, clothing, and fuel on hand to last at least one year. Today there are compelling reasons to reemphasize this counsel.

Those who are heavy-laden with despair should come unto the Lord.

The Lord is pleased with every effort, even the tiny, daily ones in which we strive to be more like Him.

Happy and successful homes cannot be built on immorality.

Be an example in your Church activity-honor the Sabbath day, attend your meetings, observe the Word of Wisdom, pay your tithes and offerings, support your leaders, and otherwise keep the commandments. Serve cheerfully and gratefully in every calling you receive. Live worthy of a temple recommend and enjoy the sweet, sacred spirit that comes from frequent temple attendance.

Pride is essentially competitive in nature. We pit our will against God's.

If you really want to receive joy and happiness, then serve others with all your heart. Lift their burden, and your own burden will be lighter.