It is not so important whether a young man has been through the experience of a mission as it is whether the mission experience has been through him.
Marvin J. AshtonDay-to-day acts of service, whether for good or evil, may not seem important, but they are building cords of love that become so strong they can seldom be broken. Ours is to place our areas of love in proper perspective. Meaningful love always works for our eternal progress and not against it.
Marvin J. AshtonSet your goals-without goals you cannot measure your progress. But donโt become frustrated because there are no obvious victories. Remind yourself that striving can be more important than arriving.
Marvin J. AshtonDo not allow yourselves to be made to feel inadequate or frustrated because you cannot do everything others seem to be accomplishing. Only you and your Father in Heaven know your needs, strengths, and desires. Around this knowledge your personal course must be charted and your choices made.
Marvin J. Ashton