God reveals to His prophets that there are moral absolutes. Sin will always be sin. Disobedience to the Lordโs commandments will always deprive us of His blessings. The world changes constantly and dramatically, but God, His commandments, and promised blessings do not change. They are immutable and unchanging.
L. Tom PerryAcquire and store a reserve of food and supplies that will sustain life. ... As long as I can remember, we have been taught to prepare for the future and to obtain a years supply of necessities. I would guess that the years of plenty have almost universally caused us to set aside this counsel. I believe the time to disregard this counsel is over. With events in the world today, it must be considered with all seriousness.
L. Tom PerryThe most powerful teaching a child will ever receive will come from concerned and righteous fathers and mothers.
L. Tom PerryBe certain that you easily clear the minimum standards for service as a missionary and that you are continually raising the bar.
L. Tom PerryWe must not pick and choose which commandments we think are important to keep but acknowledge all of Godโs commandments. We must stand firm and steadfast, having perfect confidence in the Lordโs consistency and perfect trust in His promises.
L. Tom PerryI promise you, if you will heed the voice of warning of the Holy Ghost and will follow His direction, you will be blessed with the ministering of angels, which will add wisdom, knowledge, power, and glory to your life. Remember, the Lord is bound by solemn covenant to bless our lives according to our faithfulness.
L. Tom Perry