The Lord does not expect perfection from us at this point in our eternal progression. But He does expect us to become increasingly pure. Daily repentance is the pathway to purity, and purity brings power. – Russell M. Nelson, “We Can Do Better and Be Better,” Ensign (CR) May 2019
Our ongoing Sabbath, temple, and home experiences should fortify us with the power of the Holy Ghost, with an ongoing and stronger covenant connection to the Father and the Son, and with “a perfect brightness of hope” in God’s eternal promises. – David A. Bednar, “Be Still, and Know That I Am God,” Liahona (CR) […]
How do I draw the Savior’s power into my life?” You won’t find this process spelled out in any manual. The Holy Ghost will be your personal tutor as you seek to understand what the Lord would have you know and do. This process is neither quick nor easy, but it is spiritually invigorating. What could possibly be more […]
My assignments as a member of the Twelve take me all over the world. And I have been blessed to meet and learn memorable lessons from many of you. I testify that the covenant people of the Lord today indeed are armed with righteousness and with the power of God in great glory. I have witnessed […]
Let us remind ourselves, my brothers and sisters, that the gospel of Jesus Christ is to be lived, not just read about or talked about or thought about. It is to be lived. That is when it takes on its great power in the lives of men and women, and in building the kingdom of […]
There is in every man a deep store of power which, when drawn upon, makes men mighty for high endeavor, gives more than ordinary human strength. Out of the unseen world, that fount is replenished; it never runs dry. It is the world’s pity that so few use it, for it gives not only power […]
Christ the Lord said to Peter: “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. Peter straightway left [his] nets, and followed him.” (Matt 4:19-20.) What happened? From a simple fisherman, Peter was transformed into a courageous leader. On one occasion he was called before Jewish leaders and warned not to “teach in the […]
If we are to be on the side of truth, we must have the Spirit of the Lord. To the obtaining of that spirit, prayer is an indispensable prerequisite. Praying will keep one’s vision clear on this question of loyalty as on all other questions. By praying I do not mean, however, just saying prayers. […]
There are two systems of government, or two powers by which men can be governed in the world: one is the power of force, the other is the power of love. One operates from without, the other governs from within. The one is seen operating through the civil power of the world, and the other […]
Men and women of integrity, character, and purpose have ever recognized a power higher than themselves and have sought through prayer to be guided by that power. Such has it ever been. So shall it ever be. – Thomas S. Monson, “The Prayer of Faith,” Ensign (CR) May 1978