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Quote by L. Tom Perry

“Let us each day search from the scriptures and from the prophets…. The scriptures that are never read will never help us. If read, the words of God will nourish our souls and carry us to great heights in our endeavors.”

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L. Tom Perry

L. Tom Perry was an individual of an unknown profession, born on August 5, 1922, and passed away on May 30, 2015. more

“Embedded in the gospel of Jesus Christ there are eternal principles and truths that will last far longer than the principles of building ships and roofs. You and I, as members of the Lord's true Church, have special access and insight into these eternal principles and truths, especially when we listen to the Spirit for individual guidance and hear the prophet's voice as he declares the will of God to the members of the Church. You and I both know how important these eternal principles and truths are in our lives.”

“In our hearts do we feel a sense of gratitude and devotion to the Father? Are we of one heart with Him to whom we owe everything? The test of our devotion to the Lord seems to be the way we serve Him.”

Way Feels Heart Seems Father Lord Gratitude Tests Devotion

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“Parents must bring light and truth into their homes by one family prayer, one scripture study session, one family home evening, one book read aloud, one song, and one family meal at a time. They know that the influence of righteous, conscientious, persistent, daily parenting is among the most powerful and sustaining forces for good in the world. The health of any society, the happiness of its people, their prosperity, and their peace all find common roots in the teaching of children in the home.”

“If you will respond to the invitation to share your beliefs and feelings about the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, a spirit of love and a spirit of courage will be your constant companion.”

Ifs Feelings Spirit Jesus Belief Christ Share Jesus Christ Constant Companion Invitations

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“The scriptures are one of our greatest treasures. They contain God’s instructions to His people from the beginning of time.”

People Scripture Treasure Instruction Greatest Treasure

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“Surely there could not be any doctrine more strongly expressed in the scriptures than the Lord’s unchanging commandments and their connection to our happiness and well-being as individuals, as families, and as a society.”

Wells Individual Lord Connections Scripture Doctrine Well Being Commandments Unchanging

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“We must not pick and choose which commandments we think are important to keep but acknowledge all of God’s commandments. We must stand firm and steadfast, having perfect confidence in the Lord’s consistency and perfect trust in His promises.”

Thinking Important Perfect Lord Promise Picks Firm Acknowledge Commandments Consistency Steadfast Stand Firm

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“The world changes constantly and dramatically, but God, His commandments, and promised blessings do not change.”

World Blessing Commandments

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“You are not competing with anyone else. You are only competing with yourself to do the best with whatever you have received.”

Competing Do The Best

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