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" We should understand the source of our authority and something of the keys that control its power. "

Russell M. Nelson

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" Parents and teachers, learn to listen, then listen to learn from children. "

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" A faithful woman can become a devoted daughter of God - more concerned with being righteous than with being selfish, more anxious to exercise compassion than to exercise dominion, more committed to integrity than to notoriety. And she knows of her own infinite worth. "

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" Our inquiring friends and neighbors not of our faith can also catch the wave. We encourage them to keep all that is good and true in their lives. And we invite them to receive more, especially the glorious truth that through God's eternal plan, families can be together forever. "

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" Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ can be bolstered as we learn about Him and live our religion. The doctrine of Jesus Christ was designed by the Lord to help us increase our faith. "

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" When I had to make a decision whether or not an activity was appropriate for the Sabbath, I simply asked myself, 'What sign do I want to give to God?' That question made my choices about the Sabbath day crystal clear. "

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" When we speak of faith - the faith that can move mountains - we are not speaking of faith in general but of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. "

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" As apostles and prophets, we are concerned not only for our children and grandchildren but for yours as well - and for each of God's children. "

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" Surely wisdom will come as we listen to learn from children, parents, partners, neighbors, Church leaders, and the Lord. "

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" We need more missionaries - more worthy missionaries. "

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" We are eternal beings - spirit children of heavenly parents. "

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" I feel impressed to counsel those engaged in personal challenges to do right. In particular, my heart reaches out to those who feel discouraged by the magnitude of their struggle. "

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" We are all pleased when our names are pronounced and spelled correctly. "

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" It is important for you to know who you are and who you may become. It is more important than what you do, even as vital as your work is and will be. "

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" I worry about all who are impure in their thoughts, feelings, or actions or who demean their wives or children, thereby cutting off priesthood power. "

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" If one accepts the terms of the covenant and obeys God's law, he or she receives the blessings associated with the covenant. "

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" While the family is under attack throughout the world, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints proclaims, promotes, and protects the truth that the family is central to the Creator's plan for the eternal destiny of His children. "

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" Irrespective of age, we mourn for those loved and lost. Mourning is one of the deepest expressions of pure love. "

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" Every religious group, while perhaps a majority somewhere, is also inevitably a minority somewhere else. Thus, religious organizations should and do show tolerance toward members of other religious denominations. "

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" In legal language, a covenant generally denotes an agreement between two or more parties. But in a religious context, a covenant is much more significant. It is a sacred promise with God. He fixes the terms. "

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" As a medical doctor, I have known the face of adversity. I have seen much of death and dying, suffering and sorrow. I also remember the plight of students overwhelmed by their studies and of those striving to learn a foreign language. And I recall the fatigue and frustration felt by young parents with children in need. "

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" The decision to serve a mission will shape the spiritual destiny of the missionary, his or her spouse, and their posterity for generations to come. A desire to serve is a natural outcome of one's conversion, worthiness, and preparation. "

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" The wise use of your freedom to make your own decisions is crucial to your spiritual growth, now and for eternity. "

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