Each of our temples is an expression of our testimony that life beyond the grave is as real and as certain as is our life here on earth.

Wishing will not make it so. The Lord expects our thinking. He expects our action. He expects our labors. He expects our testimonies. He expects our devotion.

Missionary work is an identifying feature of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Always has it been; ever shall it be.

Wherefore, be of good cheer, and do not fear, for I the Lord am with you, and will stand by you.

A man without a purpose is like a ship without a rudder - never likely to reach home port. To us comes the signal: chart your course, set your sail, position your rudder, and proceed.

Love is the very essence of the gospel.

Each of us has much for which to be grateful if we will but pause and contemplate our blessings.