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2/9/10
“During my lifetime I have learned much about reproving with
sharpness, ‘when moved upon by the Holy Ghost’ (D&C 121:43). And I
have learned something else: that the higher the position or duty of
the stewardship, there is the greater danger of wounding sensitive
souls. We must always reach out for the wounded soul whom we may have
offended, and unintentionally in some cases, lest he esteem us to be
his enemy. I have learned that sincere appreciation for accomplishment
should always precede any supposed criticism.” –
“The Teachings of Harold B. Lee,” edited by Clyde J.
Williams, p. 199
6/12/14
The
writer of Proverbs counsels, “A soft answer turneth away wrath: but
grievous words stir up anger” (Proverbs
15:1). A “soft answer” consists of a reasoned
response—disciplined words from a humble heart. It does not mean we
never speak directly or that we compromise doctrinal truth. Words
that may be firm in information can be soft in spirit. - W.
Craig Zwick, “What
Are You Thinking?” Ensign (CR) May 2014