The only way to build a peaceful community is to build men and women who are lovers and makers of peace.
John Andreas WidtsoeWe are aware that the order of God requires the exercise of humility, but not of servility of slaves; but a humility that can be associated with undoubted courage and unflinching integrity; at the same time there is no room for pride, self-sufficient pride, that rests solely upon its own capabilities, and refuses to look for the support and countenance of others.--MS 7:91 [MS is the Millenial Star]
John Andreas WidtsoeA thief, though rich, will continue to steal, but an honest man, though poor, will ever seek to pay his debts.
John Andreas Widtsoe... since birth control roots in a species of selfishness, the spiritual life of the user of contraceptives is also weakened. Women seem to become more masculine in thought and action; men more callous and reserved; both husband and wife become more careless of each other, and increasingly indifferent to the higher duties and joys of living.
John Andreas Widtsoe