It is impossible to stand upright when one plants his roots in the shifting sands of popular opinion and approval.

The most constant thing is change.

Any excuse, no matter how valid, only weakens the character.

Courage is required to make an initial thrust towards ones coveted goal, But even greater courage is called for when one stumbles and must make a second effort to achieve.

There is much that is difficult and challenging in the world today, my brothers and sisters, but there is also much that is good and uplifting. As we declare in our thirteenth article of faith, 'If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy, we seek after these things.' May we ever continue to do so.

Wonderful, glorious things are in store for you if you will only believe, obey, and endure.

The question each of us must answer is ... What shall I do with Jesus? He Himself has provided us the answer: "Follow me, and do the things which ye have seen me do"