The Savior taught His disciples, 'For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it' (Luke 9:24)."I believe the Savior is telling us that unless we lose ourselves in service to others, there is little purpose to our own lives. Those who live only for themselves eventually shrivel up and figuratively lose their lives, while those who lose themselves in service to others grow and flourish—and in effect save their lives.
Thomas S. MonsonI acknowledge that I do not understand the processes of creation, but I accept the fact of it.
Thomas S. MonsonIf we will put our trust in the Lord, he will help us through our difficulties, whatever they my be.
Thomas S. MonsonHe who gives money gives some, he who gives time gives more, and he who gives of himself gives all.
Thomas S. MonsonThere is a golden thread that runs through every account of faith from the beginning of the world to the present time. Abraham, Noah, the brother of Jared, the Prophet Joseph Smith, and countless others wanted to be obedient to the will of God. They had ears that could hear, eyes that could see, and hearts that could know and feel. They never doubted. They trusted.
Thomas S. Monson