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12/30/05
"As we seek the things of God, we must humble ourselves before
Him, remembering that it is by His grace that we receive them, and focus
our thoughts and our prayers, our faith and our desires, even all of the
energy of our hearts that we might receive light and understanding
directly from a loving Heavenly Father." - Craig C. Christensen, "Seek,
and Ye Shall Find," Ensign (CR), May 2003, p.33
5/6/06
"The pattern for seeking answers from God is simple to explain yet much
more personal when applied. To begin, we are invited to study in our
minds and ponder in our hearts those things that we most desire of Him.
(See D&C 9:7-8;
Moro. 10:3.) This
process of reflection brings clarity and inspiration to our souls. We
are then instructed to present our thoughts and desires directly to
Heavenly Father in humble prayer with the promise that, if we ask Him in
the name of Christ, if what we are seeking is right, and if we 'ask with
a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ, he will
manifest the truth of it unto [us], by the power of the Holy Ghost,' for
it is 'by the power of the Holy Ghost' that we 'know the truth of all
things.' (Moro. 10:4-5.)"
- Craig C. Christensen, "Seek,
and Ye Shall Find," Ensign (CR), May 2003, p.33
2/8/08
"As
we engage our faith and commit our energy to draw closer to Jesus
Christ, we begin to understand more fully who He really is. As we seek
Him diligently, we gain a deep and abiding testimony of His matchless
love, His perfect life and example, and the blessings of His great
atoning sacrifice. As we draw nearer to Him, we truly begin to find
Him and to recognize Him as the Creator of the earth, the Redeemer of
mankind, the Only Begotten of the Father, the King of kings, the
Prince of Peace.
"The
deeper we seek, the more we begin to appreciate His role as the Great
Jehovah of the Old Testament and the Holy Messiah of the New
Testament. We begin to understand more fully His eternal message of
salvation and exaltation. We find that He continues to beckon us to
come and follow Him, that His teachings are certain and are as
applicable today as they were throughout all previous generations of
time. We begin to know, with more profound appreciation, what occurred
in Gethsemane and on Calvary. Although He was erroneously convicted
and sentenced, He gave His life willingly; and in fulfillment of His
own prophetic words, He was resurrected on the third day. This
priceless gift brings immortality to all and eternal life to the
obedient and faithful."
- Craig C.
Christensen, "Seek,
and Ye Shall Find," Ensign
(CR), May 2003, p.33
5/11/08
"Ever since Samuel Smith set out
to preach the gospel with a few first-edition copies, the Book of Mormon
has blessed the lives of millions around the world. I pray that we will
continue to use the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ to
share the gospel message with family and friends. If we do this, as was
the case with our dear friend, many will respond with great interest to
know more about the life and mission of the Savior and His great plan of
happiness for each of us." - Craig
C. Christensen, "A
Book with a Promise," General Conference, April 2008
11/30/09
“The scriptures teach us that we should ‘seek … earnestly the [very]
best gifts,’ that we should seek wisdom and understanding and to
‘prepare every needful thing.’ We are admonished to lose ourselves in
the service of others and to seek those things that are ‘virtuous,
lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy.’
“At the same time, we are cautioned not to seek the unclean things of the world. President Gordon B. Hinckley has said: ‘There is so much evil, enticing evil, in the world. Shun it, my brothers and sisters. Avoid it. It is as a dangerous disease. It is as a poison that will destroy you. Stay away from it.’ In the book of Amos we read, ‘Seek good, and not evil, that ye may live: and so the Lord, the God of hosts, shall be with you.’” - Craig C. Christensen, “Seek, and Ye Shall Find,” Ensign (CR), May 2003, p. 33
10/11/12
Through the gift of the Holy Ghost, we receive added capacity and
spiritual gifts, increased revelation and protection, steady guidance
and direction, and the promised blessings of sanctification and
exaltation in the celestial kingdom. All of these blessings are given
as a result of our personal desire to receive them and come as we
align our lives with the will of God and seek His constant direction.
- Craig C. Christensen, "An
Unspeakable Gift from God," Ensign (CR) November 2012
10/21/14
Some people speak of a testimony as if it were a light switch—it’s
either on or off; you either have a testimony, or you do not. In
reality, a testimony is more like a tree that passes through various
stages of growth and development. Some of the tallest trees on earth
are found in Redwood National Park in the western United States. When
you stand at the base of these massive trees, it is amazing to think
that each one grew from a tiny seed. So it is with our testimonies.
Although they may begin with a single spiritual experience, they grow
and develop over time through constant nourishment and frequent
spiritual encounters. - Craig C.
Christensen, “I
Know These Things of Myself,” Ensign (CR) November 2014
10/11/16
We need not be timid about testifying of Joseph’s mission
as prophet, seer, and revelator, for the Lord has always worked
through prophets. Because of the truths restored through Joseph Smith,
we know much more about our Heavenly Father and the Savior Jesus
Christ. We know of Their divine attributes, Their relationship to each
other and to us, and the great plan of redemption that allows us to
return to Their presence. – Craig
C. Christensen, “A
Choice Seer Will I Raise Up,” Ensign (CR) November 2016