Do not be discouraged on account of the greatness of the work; only be humble and faithful. . . . He who scattered Israel has promised to gather them; therefore inasmuch as you are to be instrumental in this great work, He will endow you with power, wisdom, might, and intelligence, and every qualification necessary.

Search your hearts, and see if you are like God. I have searched mine, and feel to repent of all my sins.

There are so many fools in the world for the devil to operate upon, it gives him the advantage oftentimes.

According to the laws and constitution of the people, which I [the Lord] have suffered to be established, and should be maintained for the rights and protection of all flesh, according to just and holy principles.

We say, that the Constitution of the United States is a glorious standard; it is founded in the wisdom of God.

Happiness is the object and design of our existence; and will be the end thereof, if we pursue the path that leads to it; and this path is virtue, uprightness, faithfulness, holiness, and keeping all the commandments of God.

Truth is Mormonism. God is the author of it.