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(9/7/02)
"Unfortunately, the frustration, discouragement, and disappointments we
face in life are often brought about by our own lack of preparation. Then,
having no one to blame but ourselves, we add further injury by becoming critical
and unforgiving of ourselves. But if we can train ourselves to think ahead and
to prepare accordingly, we will eliminate much of the fear we face in life. We
will also find that positive results generally occur, and this significantly
influences our mood and outlook and gives reason for our hopes." — Jack H Goaslind, "Look
to the Future with Optimism," "Ensign," Apr. 1997, p. 27
(1/2/04)
"Ordinary men-including, and perhaps especially, young men-blessed with the
privilege of holding the priesthood of God may be called upon to do
extraordinary tasks. Holders of the holy priesthood can accomplish mighty feats
of heroism, bravery, and service through faith in that sacred power." -
Jack H. Goaslind, "In
His Strength I Can Do All Things," General Conference, April 1997
(6/11/04)
"Most Latter-day Saints are genuinely motivated to acquire the qualities of
our Savior. We should be pleased to discover that much of this growth and
refinement comes to us as a natural consequence of simply living the gospel. For
example, as we love and serve others in Christlike ways, we too are blessed by
the Lord with increased love, spiritual capacity, and an overall refinement of
our own gifts, graces, and abilities. Indeed, much is added unto us by the Lord
if we use our time here on earth wisely, above all preparing to meet God and
seeking first his kingdom (see Alma
12:24; Matt. 6:33)."
- Jack H Goaslind, "Look
to the Future with Optimism," Ensign, April 1997, p. 27
(7/7/04)
"One of my Book of Mormon heroes, Ammon, the great son of Mosiah, explains
how much two people can accomplish when one of them is the Lord: 'Yea, I know
that I am nothing; as to my strength I am weak; therefore I will not boast of
myself, but I will boast of my God, for in his strength I can do all things;
yea, behold, many mighty miracles we have wrought in this land, for which we
will praise his name forever' (Alma
26:12)." - Jack H Goaslind, "In
His Strength I Can Do All Things," Ensign, May 1997, p. 40
(8/30/04)
"When you are pure in your heart, when you desire that which is good, true,
and beautiful, then you can avoid the pitfalls of life. If you build your
foundation upon the 'rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ,' then the devil 'shall
have no power over you.' (Hel.
5:12.)" - Jack H. Goaslind, "Yagottawanna,"
Ensign, May 1991, p. 47
(6/17/05)
"The Lord has often used mountaintops as sanctuaries.
In Old Testament times, when temples were not available the Lord used
mountaintops as sacred places in which to reveal truths to his prophets.
Likewise, the New Testament and the Book of Mormon describe sacred mountaintops
where God revealed truths to his servants. Joseph Smith, kneeling in the Sacred
Grove, was figuratively kneeling at the top of a great spiritual mountain.
"Today the Lord provides us with ample space which, in a personal way, becomes
our own spiritual mountaintop where we receive truth and inspiration. Searching
the scriptures, for example, can answer many of the questions of our day by
lifting our spirits to clarifying heights. Further, the world is dotted with
holy temples which we may enter to receive instruction and inspiration and to
perform sacred ordinances. Conferences such as this one, reports of the
prophetic utterances of our beloved leaders, our own sacrament meetings and
stake conferences—all provide rich, fulfilling opportunities to hear the truth
and allow it to sink deep into our souls." - Jack H Goaslind, "Spiritual
Mountaintops," Ensign, Nov. 1995, 9
(8/15/05)
"Sometimes I think that we fear too much to link all
of our teaching to the foundation of gospel truths. Too often, perhaps, we teach
children to obey a law or a principle because our family expects that obedience.
They might observe another truth in order to please a neighbor or a bishop, and
another for yet some other reason. When we teach an eternal truth to our
children and don't explain it in the context of a firm testimony of the Savior,
we miss the power of the example of the greatest teacher the world has ever
known." - Jack H Goaslind, "Spiritual
Mountaintops," Ensign, Nov. 1995, 10
12/5/05
"In our own lives, in our daily workaday world, we can create our own
'mountaintop experience' so unique and personal that I wonder why more of us do
not readily do so. The spiritual mountaintop of which I speak is the development
and refining of a testimony of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Just as we can
stand on the top of any great mountain and experience an awe-inspiring panorama,
I believe we can stand in our own places and experience overwhelming awe in
knowing that the Savior, in an act of love which defies mortal understanding,
gave his life in taking upon himself our pain and suffering." - Jack H Goaslind,
"Spiritual
Mountaintops," Ensign (CR), November 1995, p.9
8/3/06
The life of God—the eternal, exalted life we all seek—is inherently concerned
with the salvation of souls. It is the 'work and ... glory' of God to bring 'to
pass the immortality and eternal life of man.' (Moses
1:39.) It is by bringing about the conditions necessary for the salvation of
his children that God glorifies himself, progresses, and expands his dominions.
(See
D&C 132:31.)
"Paul said that God 'will have all men to be saved.' (1
Tim. 2:4.) To our Father in Heaven, 'the worth of souls is great' (D&C
18:10), and 'the redemption of their soul is precious.' (Ps.
49:8.) Therefore, God sent his Son, the Savior and Redeemer, to loose the
bands of death and atone for the sins of carnal, fallen men. The Lord suffered
the pain of all men that all men might come unto him on condition of repentance.
(See
D&C 18:11-12.)" - Jack H Goaslind, Jr., "Our
Responsibility to Take the Gospel to the Ends of the Earth," Ensign (CR),
November 1983, p.32
2/22/07
"Striving for happiness is a long, hard journey with many challenges. It
requires eternal vigilance to win the victory. You cannot succeed with sporadic
little flashes of effort. Constant and valiant living is necessary. That is why
patience and faith are so often associated in the scriptures. You must
'withstand every temptation of the devil, with [your] faith on the Lord Jesus
Christ.' (Alma 37:33.) But
remember, faith is not a magical formula. It requires that you make a deliberate
decision to do good and then carry out your decision. Do it. Simply do it, and
do it long enough that you experience success, no matter how hard it may seem.
Your victory over self brings communion with God and results in
happiness—lasting and eternal happiness." - Jack H. Goaslind, "Happiness,"
Ensign (CR), May 1986, p.52
3/28/07
"Desires change during our lives, sometimes dramatically and quickly, and
sometimes gradually. Elder Boyd K. Packer once quoted Lady Astor: 'I always
dreaded growing old, because then you can't do all of the things you want to.
But it isn't so bad—you don't want to!' (Ensign,
Nov. 1974, p. 89.) Be aware that things that seem all-important to you now
will not matter in years to come. But you can choose now to want things that are
in harmony with eternity. For example, you can choose to be righteous rather
than waste your time on perishable things; you can choose to serve willingly
rather than selfishly. Elder Marion D. Hanks has often quoted the wise saying
that 'the things that matter most must not be at the mercy of the things that
matter least.' The choices we make in this life have a very important influence
on our eternity." - Jack H Goaslind, "Yagottawanna,"
Ensign (CR), May 1991, p.45
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