The only motive strong enough to induce men to exercise the self control required by the religion of Jesus is love.

The whole problem is spirituality-not finances. Spiritually strong = welfare strong.

Peace has been variously defined, but perhaps we might think of it as 'harmony within one's self, and with God and man.'

The efficacy of our prayers depends on how much we care for one another.

It is perfectly evident...that to thank the Lord in all things is not merely a courtesy, it is a commandment as binding upon us as any other commandment

Whenever I have a serious problem or some assignment of a creative nature...I always receive more assistance in the early morning hours than at any other time of the day.

The principle of self-reliance grows out of a fundamental doctrine of the Church, that of agency. Just as each individual is accountable for his choices and actions in spiritual matters, so also is he accountable in temporal matters. It is through our own efforts and decisions that we earn our way in this life. While the Lord will magnify us in both subtle and dramatic ways, he can only guide our footsteps when we move our feet. Ultimately, our own actions determine our blessings or lack of them. It is a direct consequence of both agency and accountability.