Surely there could not be any doctrine more strongly expressed in the scriptures than the Lord’s unchanging commandments and their connection to our happiness and well-being as individuals, as families, and as a society.

In our hearts do we feel a sense of gratitude and devotion to the Father? Are we of one heart with Him to whom we owe everything? The test of our devotion to the Lord seems to be the way we serve Him.

Regarding Fasting: Have the faith to bind the Lord.

The only shortage we have today is the shortage we have between our own two ears.

Be certain that you easily clear the minimum standards for service as a missionary and that you are continually raising the bar.

Our value system must conform to His. Our actions must conform to our values.

Strong, proactive obedience is anything but weak or passive.