Posts Tagged ‘church of jesus christ of latter-day saints’
If This is Higher Law, So Be It — Brigham Young
Prophet Statesmen, Brigham Young Assuredly in the preservation of virtue, morality, and intelligence she may look for the perpetuity of her free institutions, and the preservation of her liberty. And in the moment of her disregard of these principles, when wickedness and sin can run riot with impunity, and not moral influence and force enough be [...]
Better Than Psychology — Boyd K. Packer
A Way of Life, Boyd K. Packer We have great concern for young people who grow up without values on which to base their conduct. I have long believed that the study of the doctrines of the gospel will improve behavior quicker than talking about behavior will improve behavior. The study of behavior is greatly improved when linked to standards and [...]
Jesus Christ: The God of This Land — J. Reuben Clark Jr.
Prophet Statesmen, J. Reuben Clark Jr. And it came to pass that I looked and beheld many waters and they divided the Gentiles from the seed of my brethren . And it came to pass that the angel said unto me: Behold the wrath of God is upon the seed of thy brethren. And I looked and beheld a man among the Gentiles who was separated from the seed [...]
Love and Law — Dallin H. Oaks
A Way of Life, Dallin H. Oaks Excerpt from Dallin H. Oaks October 2009 General Conference Address Love and Law. onsider the love of God, described so meaningfully this morning by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf. “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?” the Apostle Paul asked. Not tribulation, not persecution, not peril or the sword (see [...]
Truth Eternal: Or Shifting, Vagrant, Opportunistic Substitutes — Albert E. Bowen
Prophet Statesmen, Albert E. Bowen Are there not, in reality, underlying, universal principles with reference to which all issues must be resolved whether the society be simple or complex in its mechanical organization? It seems to me we could relieve ourselves of most of the bewilderment which so unsettles and distracts us by subjecting each [...]
Good Government Requires Good Men — Brigham Young
Prophet Statesmen, Brigham Young Excerpt from an 1863 address by Brigham Young found in the "Journal of Discourses: Volume 10," p. 177. I like a good government, and then I like to have it wisely and justly administered. The government of heaven, if wickedly administered, would become one of the worst governments upon the face of the earth. No [...]
Why Should We Love God? — Dieter F. Uchtdorf
A Way of Life, Dieter F. Uchtdorf God the Eternal Father did not give that first great commandment because He needs us to love Him. His power and glory are not diminished should we disregard, deny, or even defile His name. His influence and dominion extend through time and space independent of our acceptance, approval, or admiration. No, God [...]
No Life Without God — Robert D. Hales
A Way of Life, Robert D. Hales Excerpt from Robert D. Hales October 2009 General Conference address, Seeking to Know God Our Eternal Father, and His Son Jesus Christ. Without God, life would end at the grave and our mortal experiences would have no purpose. Growth and progress would be temporary, accomplishment without value, challenges without [...]
Rich Rewards to Strenuous Strugglers — Jorge F. Zeballos
A Way of Life, Jorge F. Zeballos Excerpt from Jorge F. Zeballos' October 2009 General Conference address, Attempting the Impossible. he Lord has said, “Therefore, O ye that embark in the service of God, see that ye serve him with all your heart, might, mind and strength, that ye may stand blameless before God at the last day.” With all our [...]
Hold Up the Standard of Truth — Orson F. Whitney
Prophet Statesmen, Orson F. Whitney Excerpt from Orson F. Whitney's General Conference address, April 1915 p. 100. We cannot safely substitute anything for the Gospel. We have no right to take the theories of men, however scholarly, however learned, and set them up as a standard, and try to make the Gospel bow down to them; making of them an [...]
Hold On A Little Longer — Dieter F. Uchtdorf
A Way of Life, Dieter F. Uchtdorf Excerpt from Dieter F. Uchtdorf's January 2010 First Presidency Message, Hold On a Little Longer. President Harold B. Lee (1899–1973) taught: "Testimony isn't something that you have today and you keep always. Testimony is either going to grow and grow to the brightness of certainty, or it is going to [...]
How Do We Become True Disciples of Jesus Christ? — Dieter F. Uchtdorf
A Way of Life, Dieter F. Uchtdorf Excerpt from President Uchtdorf's October 2009 General Conference address, The Love of God. How do we become true disciples of Jesus Christ? The Savior Himself provided the answer with this profound declaration: “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” This is the essence of what it means to be a true [...]
Making Slaves of the Effecient, Industrious, and Thrifty — J. Reuben Clark Jr.
Prophet Statesmen, J. Reuben Clark Jr. Excerpt from President J. Reuben Clark Jr.'s Church News article December 14, 1946. This principle of neighbor-love means to me, when translated into terms of political science and into what I will call a mass economic system, that we shall recognize as an inherent right of other men the same right that we [...]
Teach, Invite, Promise — Russell T. Osguthorpe
A Way of Life, Russell T. Osguthorpe Excerpt from Russell T. Osguthorpe's October 2009 General Conference address, "Teaching Helps Save Lives." One day while serving as a mission president, I was talking on the phone to our oldest son. He was on his way to the hospital where he worked as a physician. When he arrived at the hospital, he said, [...]
Wholesale Robbery and Tyranny — Charles W. Penrose
Prophet Statesmen, Charles W. Penrose Excerpt from a Charles W. Penrose's 1908 sermon recorded in "The Millennial Star," Volume 70, p. 696-7. One of the moving forces in the civilized nations of the world which is stirring up what is called “the lower classes,” creating no small commotion in the churches, and attracting the attention of [...]
Paternalism of Socialist State Predicted in 1932 — Anthony W. Ivins
Prophet Statesmen, Anthony W. Ivins Excerpt from an October 1932 General Conference Address by President Anthony W. Ivins, p. 111-2. I fear this, that under existing conditions we are gradually drifting toward a paternal government, a government which will so entrench itself that the people will become powerless to disrupt it, in which the [...]
Our Allegiance Runs Not to Man — J. Reuben Clark Jr.
Prophet Statesmen, J. Reuben Clark Jr. Excerpt from President J. Reuben Clark Jr.'s comments in the Improvement Era magazine, Volume 43:444, 1940. God provided that in this land of liberty, our political allegiance shall run not to individuals, that is, to government officials, no matter how great or how small they may be. Under His plan our [...]
Saying ‘I Love You’ Is Only A Beginning — David A. Bednar
A Way of Life, Bednar Excerpt from Elder David A. Bednar's 2009 General Conference Address,"More Diligent and Concerned at Home." "As disciples of the Savior, we are not merely striving to know more; rather, we need to consistently do more of what we know is right and become better. "We should remember that saying 'I love you' is only a [...]
A Truly Patriotic Spirit — Joseph F. Smith
Prophet Statesmen, Joseph F. Smith Excerpt from address given by President Joseph F. Smith in 1912, found in Juvenile Instructor, Volume 47, p. 388. Patriotism should be sought for and will be found in right living, not in high sounding phrases or words. True patriotism is part of the solemn obligation that belongs to the nation and to the [...]
Declaration Regarding Governments and Laws
Prophet Statesmen, Volume I, No. 53, Joseph Smith A declaration of belief regarding governments and laws in general, adopted by unanimous vote at a general assembly of the Church held at Kirtland, Ohio, August 17, 1835. 1. We believe that governments were instituted of God for the benefit of man; and that he holds men accountable for [...]
Longing for Home — Eyring
Prophet Statesmen, Volume I, No. 46, Eyring Excerpt from President Henry B. Eyring's, December 2009, First Presidency Message, "Home for Christmas." There was a song I heard first when I was a little boy—a song about Christmas and home. Those were days of war when many people were away from their homes and family—a dark time for those who [...]
Sin of Covetousness — George Albert Smith
Prophet Statesmen, Volume I, No. 44, George Albert Smith Excerpts from President George Albert Smith's General Conference addresses October 1949:171-2 and October 1950:7. Consider the condition in the world, the number who are determined to take from the rich man not what belongs to themselves, but that which belongs to the others. God has [...]
America Faces Great Crisis — David O. McKay
Prophet Statesmen, Volume I, No. 43, McKay Excerpt from President David O. McKay's March 12, 1952 Church News Article. We must not let complacency blind our eyes to the real dangers threatening to destroy us. Judging from the written and expressed opinion of many of our leaders, our government is facing the greatest crisis in its [...]
A Species of Robbery — John Taylor
Prophet Statesmen, Volume I, No. 42, Taylor Excerpt from President John Taylor's 1852 book, "Government of God," p. 23. There is also another political party, who desire, through the influence of legislation and coercion, to level the world. To say the least, it is a species of robbery; to some it may appear an honorable one, but, nevertheless, [...]
Expose and Combat Falsehoods in Socialism — Benson
Modern Prophets Speak, Volume I, No. 41, Benson Excerpt from President Ezra Taft Benson's First Presidency Message, "The Book of Mormon is the Word of God," January 1988 Now, we have not been using the Book of Mormon as we should. Our homes are not as strong unless we are using it to bring our children to Christ. Our families may be corrupted [...]
The Kingdoms of Man and The Kingdom of Christ: A Comparison
God and the Gavel: Founding Era, No. 7 Excerpt from Samuel Davies’ 1756 sermon, The Mediatorial Kingdom and Glories of Jesus Christ. The kingdoms of the world have their laws and ordinances, and so has the kingdom of Christ. Look into your Bibles, and there you will find the laws of this kingdom, from its first foundation immediately upon [...]
Christ Knows How to Succor His People
Modern Prophets Speak, Volume I, No. 34, Eyring Excerpt from President Henry B. Eyring's April 2009 General Conference Address, Adversity It will comfort us when we must wait in distress for the Savior’s promised relief that He knows, from experience, how to heal and help us. The Book of Mormon gives us the certain assurance of His power to [...]
Benson: No Substitute for God-ordained Family
Modern Prophets Speak, Volume I, No. 33, Benson Excerpt from Chapter 17 of President Ezra Taft Benson's 1974 book, "God, Family, Country." Americans from the very inception of our nation have been lover of home. It has been our primary educational institution and the center of economic, social, and cultural interest. Our homes have been the [...]
Farrell: Wise, Orderly, Voluntary Charity
American Scripture with Steve Farrell Charity we read in the Holy Scriptures, is "the pure love of Christ," 1 and as such, when that charity is manifest via a welfare system, it ought to be a voluntary, free will offering of the heart. It is also need be administered "in wisdom and in order." Consider these inspired words from Benjamin, an [...]
Monson: God Has Prepared Us
Modern Prophets Speak, Volume I, No. 31, Monson Excerpt from President Thomas S. Monson's, Closing Remarks, in the October 2009 General Conference. We live at a time when many in the world have slipped from the moorings of safety found in compliance with the commandments. It is a time of permissiveness, with society in general routinely [...]
