Elder Cook quote

. . . No woman should ever feel the need to apologize or feel that her contribution is less significant because she is devoting her primary efforts to raising and nurturing children. Nothing could be more significant in our Father in Heaven’s plan. 

"LDS Women are Incredible" Quentin L. Cook General Conference April 2011

Elder Cook quote

God placed within women divine qualities of strength, virtue, love, and the willingness to sacrifice to raise future generations of His spirit children. . . 

Sisters have key roles in the Church, in family life, and as individuals that are essential in Heavenly Father’s plan. Many of these responsibilities do not provide economic compensation but do provide satisfaction and are eternally significant.

 

"LDS Women are Incredible!" Quentin L. Cook General Conference April 2011

Elder Cook quote

Think of the Savior in the Garden of Gethsemane during the Atonement process, suffering agony so great that He bled from every pore.  His cry to His Father included the word Abba.  This might be interpreted as the cry of a son who is in distress to his father: “O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.” 

I testify that the Atonement of Jesus Christ covers all of the trials and hardships that any of us will encounter in this life. At times when we may feel to say, “Hope you know, I had a hard time,” we can be assured that He is there and we are safe in His loving arms.

"Hope Ya Know, We Had a Hard Time" Quentin L. Cook General Conference October 2008 

Elder Bednar quote

The fundamental purposes for the gift of agency were to love one another and to choose God. 

Thus we become God’s chosen and invite His tender mercies as we use our agency to choose God.

"The Tender Mercies of the Lord" David A. Bednar General Conference April 2005

Rosemary M. Wixom quote

The answer to our prayer of how to meet our children’s needs may be to more often technologically disconnect. Precious moments of opportunity to interact and converse with our children dissolve when we are occupied with distractions. Why not choose a time each day to disconnect from technology and reconnect with each other? Simply turn everything off. When you do this, your home may seem quiet at first; you may even feel at a loss as to what to do or say. Then, as you give full attention to your children, a conversation will begin, and you can enjoy listening to each other.

"The Words We Speak" Rosemary M. Wixom General Conference April 2013

Elder Hales quote

. . . Use your agency to develop yourself personally. As you discover your gifts and talents, remember that parents and mentors may assist you, but you must let the Spirit guide you. Choose and act for yourself. Be motivated from within. Make a plan for your life, including education or vocational training. Explore interests and skills. Work and become self-reliant. Set goals, overcome mistakes, gain experience, and finish what you begin.

"Stand Strong in Holy Places" Robert D. Hales General Conference April 2013

David A. Bednar Quote

From the Atonement of the Savior flows the soothing salve that can heal our spiritual wounds and remove guilt. However, this salve can only be applied through the principles of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, repentance, and consistent obedience. The results of sincere repentance are peace of conscience, comfort, and spiritual healing and renewal.

"We Believe in Being Chaste" David A. Bednar General Conference April 2013

 

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"Waiting on the Road to Damascus" Dieter F. Uchtdorf General Conference April 2011

Quentin L. Cook quote

Agency is essential to the plan of happiness. 

It allows for the love, sacrifice, personal growth, and experience necessary for our eternal progression. This agency also allows for all the pain and suffering we experience in mortality, even when caused by things we do not understand and the devastating evil choices of others. The very War in Heaven was waged over our moral agency and is essential to understanding the Savior’s earthly ministry.

"Personal Peace: The Reward of Righteousness" Quentin L. Cook General Conference April 2013

President Eyring quote

Our humility and our faith that invite spiritual gifts are increased by our reading, studying, and pondering the scriptures. 

"Serve with the Spirit" Henry B. Eyring General Conference October 2010