It is impossible to overestimate the influence of parents who understand the hearts of their children. Research shows that during the most important transitions of life—including those periods when youth are most likely to drift away from the Church—the greatest influence does not come from an interview with the bishop or some other leader but from the regular, warm, friendly, caring interaction with parents.

Whatever the needs of family members may be, we can strengthen our families as we follow the counsel given by prophets.

Agency used righteously allows light to dispel the darkness and enables us to live with joy and happiness.

What is the definition of a friend? Friends are people who make it easier to live the gospel of Jesus Christ.

He set the example for all of us to humble ourselves before our Heavenly Father.

Pursue your goals with all your heart, might, mind and strength. You are doomed to failure if you pursue them in a vacillating manner

The greatest blessings of general conference come to us after the conference is over. Remember the pattern recorded frequently in scripture: we gather to hear the words of the Lord, and we return to our homes to live them.