Parents must have the courage to say no, to defend truth, and to bear powerful testimony.

We rejoice in all the Savior has done for us. He has made it possible for each of us to gain our salvation and exaltation.

How we preserve time for family is one of the most significant issues we face in most cultures.

Comparing [our] blessings [with others] is almost certain to drive out joy. We cannot be grateful and envious at the same time. If we truly want to have the Spirit of the Lord and experience joy and happiness, we should rejoice in our blessings and be grateful.

I have felt an urgency to counsel each of us to seek the higher ground---the refuge and eternal protection of the temple.

I believe it is of particular importance in our day, when Satan is raging in the hearts of men in so many new and subtle ways, that our choices and decisions be made carefully, consistent with the goals and objectives by which we profess to live. We need unequivocal commitment to the commandments and strict adherence to sacred covenants. When we allow rationalizations to prevent us from temple endowments, worthy missions, and temple marriage, they are particularly harmful. It is heartbreaking when we profess belief in these goals yet neglect the everyday conduct required to achieve them.

The answer is the Savior who is the source and author of peace.