If the foundation of faith is not embedded in our hearts, the power to endure will crumble.

The family unit is fundamental not only to society and to the Church, but to our hope for eternal life.

The Lord doesn't put us through this test just to give us a test: He does it because the process will change us.

What all of us long for in our hearts, at Christmastime and always, is to feel bound together in love with the sweet assurance that it can last forever.

My point is to urge you to find ways to recognize and remember God’s kindness. It will build our testimonies. You may not keep a journal. You may not share whatever record you keep with those you love and serve. But you and they will be blessed as you remember what the Lord has done.

With faith and obedience practiced long enough, the Holy Ghost becomes a constant companion, our natures change, and endurance becomes certain.

God loves his children more than any earthly parent, so think what your kindness to his children means to him.